Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones Drop to $198 at Amazon and Best Buy

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Sony is offering a Labor Day discount on its WH-1000XM5 over-ear headphones, cutting the price to $198 at both Amazon and Best Buy. This marks a $50 reduction from the typical selling price of around $250, matching the low seen during Prime Day 2026 in late June. Unlike that earlier deal, no Amazon Prime membership is required to access the discount. Originally priced at $399.99 when launched in 2022, the XM5 remain competitive despite the newer XM6 model released in 2025. The sale is part of Sony's week-long Labor Day promotional event.

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