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Sony's over-ear noise-canceling headphones have been world-class for years, and it's discounted its WH-1000XM4 model to $248, its lowest price this year. The headphone leverages AI to optimize its active noise cancellation performance, and its 30-hour battery life ensures it won't conk out mid-flight if it's charged. If that does happen, plugging it in to charge for 10 minutes will give you five hours of juice.
You can control the headphones hands-free using Amazon's Alexa if you'd prefer to keep your hands in your pockets during cold weather, or if you're listening to audio while carrying something. If you travel often or need a noise-canceling headphone upgrade to block out the noise in your home or office, don't skip this deal.