Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones drop to $185 as new open-box stock

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Sony's popular noise cancelling headphones are available for well under half price. BleepingComputer reports that new open box WH-1000XM5 headphones in silver are on sale for $184.99, against a list price of $399.99

They are described as excess stock in new condition. The headphones offer 30 hours of battery life, and a three minute charge gives three hours of playback

Features include Sony's Auto NC Optimizer for adjusting noise cancelling and support for LDAC high quality audio. Those features help keep sound quality high on supported phones

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The XM5 is still one of the best noise cancelling headphones around, even with newer models out. Under $200 makes it a great gift or travel upgrade. Open box deals are usually fine, but checking the return policy is always wise

Are the XM5s still worth buying in 2026? And what are your favourite noise cancelling headphones?

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