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TECHThe Verge · 2 hours agoLive

The Sony WH-1000XM4C bring back a beloved headphone design

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WHY IT MATTERS

The XM4C’s near‑identical design to the 2020 WH‑1000XM4 means consumers may be paying for a product with few new features, affecting purchase decisions and value perception.

WHAT HAPPENED

With only minor changes, the XM4C is more of a re-release than a refresh of the XM4. When Sony announced the WH-1000XM4C headphones, I was perplexed. A product revamp usually includes at least one or two significant improvements. Or if it's a nostalgia play, it's from a decades-old product and not one that came out in 2020. Beyond a few minor tweaks, though, the XM4C are remarkably similar to their six-year-old namesake, the beloved WH-1000XM4. They even use the same processor for active noise c

KEY CONTEXT

Sony’s WH‑1000XM series are flagship active‑noise‑cancelling headphones, widely praised for sound quality and noise reduction, and are a benchmark in the premium headphone market.

WHAT TO WATCH
  • •Watch for pricing details and any promotional discounts that could highlight the value of the re‑release
  • •Monitor availability announcements, as limited stock could influence demand
  • •Follow any future firmware updates or accessories that might add functionality to the XM4C
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