# The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones are the most recent entry in Sony's 1000X series.

*genai · news · 2026-04-06 · Lifehacker*

## Key points

- The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are currently discounted to $248, their second-lowest price ever.
- The WH-1000XM5 launched in May 2022 and received an 'outstanding' review from PCMag.
- Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones feature best-in-class active noise-canceling and customizable EQ settings.
- The companion app allows users to customize both EQ and ear control functions on the WH-1000XM5.

**Companies:** Sony
**Countries:** Japan

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