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Block out the world with Sony's WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones for just $200
Say goodbye to the stress of loud neighbors
The outside world can be a loud place, full of distractions and noise. If you're trying to get work done, the last thing you need is your neighbors in the apartment above you practicing clogging lessons. Thankfully, noise-canceling headphones make it easy to tune out your surroundings. Sony makes some of the best ANC headphones and earbuds you can get your hands on, and while the WH-1000XM3s aren't the newest kids on the block, today's deal is unbeatable for the value.Although a newer model has replaced the XM3s — not to mention Sony's brand-new ANC-equipped earbuds — these are still some killer headphones — especially for $200. With excellent comfort, sound quality, ANC, and battery life, Sony's set is an all-around hit. The XM3s are loved by basically anyone who has ever tried them on, but if you need another personal recommendation, I'm literally wearing them as I type this sentence. They're the most comfortable pair of headphones I've ever owned, and the ANC is everything you'd want for keeping the outside world, you know, out.
Sony Xperia 1 bundled with WH-1000XM3 headphones for $798 on Amazon
The tall boi, joined by some great noise-cancelling cans in this deal
If you're trying to go all-in on the Sony ecosystem on a relative budget, the Xperia 1 and popular 1000XM3 headphones have dropped to 8 on Amazon. It's kind of hard to put an exact monetary discount on this bundle, but it's a pretty good deal any way you look at it.The Xperia 1 is equipped with a super-tall 6.4" 4K OLED screen, a Snapdragon 855, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage with microSD expansion, a triple rear camera setup (12MP regular, 12MP ultrawide, and 12MP telephoto), an 8MP selfie shooter, and a 3,330mAh battery. We reviewed the phone when it came out in summer 2019, praising the display, form factor, performance, and software, but we had some small objections with the $1,000 MSRP, the meh image processing, and the fingerprint sensor. The 1000XM3, on the other hand, is nearly flawless; it looks, feels, and sounds good. Plus, the noise cancelling is excellent, and battery life is more than adequate.
Sony's unannounced WH-1000XM4 headphones show up in Walmart listing
Confirms previously leaked features like multipoint connection and Adaptive Sound Control
Sony's WH-1000XM3 headphones (above) are among the best when it comes to over-the-ear Bluetooth audio, and it looks like the successor will be launching soon. Just a few weeks ago, a teardown of the Sony's Headphones Connect app uncovered some features that the upcoming WH-1000XM4 would bring. Now, a listing for the 1000XM4 has appeared on Walmart's website.
Just a few months ago, any discount on the then-new Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones was a rare appearance. However, these highly rated active noise-cancelling cans have been dropping price lately, and they're now available for just 7.96 from Rakuten after a promo code.
At the start of this year, it was practically impossible to find the Sony WH-1000XM3 for less than MSRP. Since then, discounts have gradually become more and more common, though this latest deal is probably the best we've seen yet. A seller on eBay is offering manufacturer refurbished units for just 9.99 a pop, well under any previous deals we've seen.
Sony's flagship wireless noise-cancelling headphones have been discounted several times since their release, but most have been by way of Rakuten site-wide coupon codes. For those of you who prefer to purchase from a more familiar retailer, the WH-1000XM3 is now being discounted at Amazon, B&H, Walmart, and more to $298 ($52 off).The 1000XM3 is one of the best Bluetooth ANC headphones on the market. First and foremost, it sounds great and offers great noise cancellation. But it's also decent-looking, comfortable, and lasts a long time per charge. When it does come time to rejuice, it does so via USB-C, the same for which can't be said about the Bose QuietComfort 35 II.You can view the list of retailers offering the WH-1000XM3 at $298 below.Buy:
Sony's 1000XM3 headphones are arguably the best product at its price point right now. Discounts were sparse in the months following its initial release, but they're starting to go on sale more often now. ProElectronics via Rakuten is currently offering these for 6.21 a pop, around $74 off, with a coupon code.
Out of all of the ~$350 wireless, ANC-equipped over-ear headphones on the market right now, Sony's WH-1000XM3 is probably the best option. Rarely discounted from its MSRP of $350, the 1000XM3 is currently being offered by Rakuten for just 3.95, a discount of $66, with a coupon code. That's several dollars lower than the last Rakuten deal we saw.
Sony has been producing noise-cancelling headphones for some time now, and the WH-1000XM3 is its best offering in that category yet. Its biggest downside is price — at $350, I personally think these headphones are worth every penny, but there's no denying they're expensive. For those of you who've been waiting for a deal, MassGenie is currently offering them for $291.99, which is $58 off the MSRP.
In today's $350 wireless, ANC-equipped over-ear headphones space, there are two primary competitors: Bose's QuietComfort 35 II and Sony's WH-1000XM3. Bose has long been championed as the king of the segment by many, but it seems impossible to talk about the QC35 II these days without someone butting in about how the identically-priced 1000XM3 is superior. After some time with the 1000XM3, I understand why everyone has been talking about it.