{
  "id": 4703780,
  "title": "The Excellent Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones Drops to $198 on Amazon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/the-excellent-sony-wh-1000xm5-noise-canceling-wireless-headphones",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-31T20:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/sony-wh1000xm5-noise-canceling-wireless-headphone-deal-august-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amazon has slashed the price of the highly regarded Sony WH-1000XM5 noise canceling wireless headphones, bringing them down to $198 from their original MSRP of $400. This significant discount makes the headphones available in all four colors at this reduced price point. For those interested in a more budget-friendly option, the WH-1000XM5 is also available for $127.99 when purchased refurbished with a 2-year warranty.\n\nThe Sony WH-1000XM5 is a top-tier headphone, even though it is no longer the latest model. The XM5 is praised for its exceptional sound quality, outstanding noise-canceling capabilities, and comfortable design. IGN's Kevin Wong highlighted that this headphone is currently the best wireless noise canceling option on the market. Notably, the XM5 boasts impressive battery life with up to 30 hours, and it features a convenient USB Type-C charging port.\n\nIn comparison, other premium headphones such as the Bose QuietComfort Ultra and AirPods Max face stiff competition from the Sony WH-1000XM5. IGN Deals, a team with over 30 years of combined experience in finding the best online discounts and preorders, recommends following their coverage for the latest updates. To stay informed, readers can sign up for IGN Deals' newsletter, set IGN as a preferred source in Google, follow them on social media platforms like X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, and check out IGN Finds on each platform. Eric Song, IGN's commerce manager, spearheads the hunt for the best gaming and tech deals, both professionally and personally.",
  "summary": "The best noise canceling over-ear headphones under $200.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "IGN",
        "title": "The Apple AirPods Pro 3 Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds Drops to Just $144",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/the-apple-airpods-pro-3-wireless-noise-canceling-earbuds-drops-to",
        "published": "2026-08-28T22:45:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}