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Sony launches MDR-3R USB-C headphones with Walkman design

2026-11-06 · 1 source · Business Standard Budget

In short

Sony has launched the MDR-3R wired USB-C headphones. The new model brings back the look of Sony’s original 1979 Walkman headphones and adds updated drivers, an in-line remote and a built-in microphone.

This matters for Sony’s audio lineup because it combines a retro design with modern USB-C features.

What the reporting says

Sony has launched the MDR-3R wired USB-C headphones, reviving the design of its original 1979 Walkman headphones, according to a Business Standard Budget summary. The model adds updated drivers, an in-line remote and a built-in microphone.

Why it matters

Sony launched the MDR-3R wired USB-C headphones with a design inspired by its original 1979 Walkman headphones. The model includes updated drivers, an in-line remote and a built-in microphone. The main company affected is Sony, within consumer audio hardware.

Touches: Sony, Companies, Global

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