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Grab Not One but Two Headphones From Sony for Under $250

Sony is offering the WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-C700N earbuds for just $248 on Amazon with this bundle deal.

A solid pair of headphones often feels essential in our day-to-day lives. Whether you use them while traveling, working or doing something else, headphones can elevate an average experience. Sony makes some of the best headphones and earbuds on the market. Whether you prefer headphones, earbuds or both, we have the perfect deal to share with you.

This bundle on Amazon drops the price of a pair of headphones and earbuds to just $248. That means you’re getting two high-quality audio devices for less than $250. That’s an impressive $272 in savings. This bundle will arrive before Christmas if ordered today.

We are pretty big fans of the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for many reasons. These headphones offer best-in-class voice call quality. Additionally, when compared to its predecessor, it offers a more refined sound, better noise cancellation and greater comfort. When comparing them to other headphones, CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy said, «The Sony XM5 headphones are the stronger overall package thanks to their impressive feature set, excellent sound and much improved voice calling.»

As for earbuds, the Sony WF-C700N buds are a great option. These buds feature an ergonomic design for maximum comfort. They are also IPX4-rated, so they are splash- and sweat-proof, meaning you can take them to the gym without worry. Like the headphones, these earbuds also support multipoint connection, so you can connect them to two devices at once.

Amazon notes this bundle will arrive five days before Christmas if you order today. This bundle makes the perfect holiday gift for anyone on your list. Or if you separate the headphones and earbuds, you can make two gifts from this bundle.

Not what you were looking for? Take a look at the best headphone deals going on right now.

HEADPHONE DEALS OF THE WEEK

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (Black):

$248 (save $152)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$170 (save $181)
Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones:

$398 (save $62)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Twilight Blue):

$179 (save $170)
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless ANC Over-Ear Headphones (Black):

$200 (save $250)

Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.

Why this deal matters

If you wanted to buy the duo separately, it would be super expensive. The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones typically retail for $400, while the WF-C700N earbuds usually go for $120. This brings the total to $520. Even if you catch both on sale individually, it would still cost significantly more than getting the bundled deal. Right now, you can snag both of them for $248. Amazon notes that this deal will expire on Dec. 31, but it could be even sooner if quantities sell out. Grab what you want now if you’re interested.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Might Come in 5G and 4G Cellular Models

If the rumor proves true, the 5G Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3 that debuted last fall.

Samsung’s next high-end Galaxy Watch could support faster 5G speeds, but if this leak is true, it will depend on where you live. The rumored Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 might come in 5G and 4G cellular models, with availability for each smartwatch depending on the country.

According to the Dutch website Galaxy Club (and spotted by SamMobile), Samsung’s servers may have revealed a series of model numbers that point to 5G, 4G and Wi-Fi-enabled editions of the next Galaxy Watch Ultra, which would succeed the original model that debuted in 2024.

A representative for Samsung did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The Galaxy Club website speculates that the 5G edition would be sold in the US and Korean markets, while the 4G edition would sell in the rest of the world. In the US, a 5G version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra would rival the 5G-enabled $799 Apple Watch Ultra 3, which debuted last fall. The 4G edition would have broader compatibility worldwide, since the earlier network is far more established.

It will likely be a few months until we hear anything official about the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Samsung typically unveils its new watches in the summer alongside its Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip foldable phones. Last year, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Watch 8 and the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, but otherwise left the prior 2024 Ultra in the lineup for those looking for a larger 47mm smartwatch.

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Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 8, #1032

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 8, No. 1032.

Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles.

Today’s NYT Connections puzzle is kind of tough. The purple category is a fun one, once you see the connection. Read on for clues and today’s Connections answers.

The Times has a Connections Bot, like the one for Wordle. Go there after you play to receive a numeric score and to have the program analyze your answers. Players who are registered with the Times Games section can now nerd out by following their progress, including the number of puzzles completed, win rate, number of times they nabbed a perfect score and their win streak.

Read more: Hints, Tips and Strategies to Help You Win at NYT Connections Every Time

Hints for today’s Connections groups

Here are four hints for the groupings in today’s Connections puzzle, ranked from the easiest yellow group to the tough (and sometimes bizarre) purple group.

Yellow group hint: In the group.

Green group hint: Appearance details.

Blue group hint: Often found in gyms.

Purple group hint: They help you see.