Reductions on electronics and return to office

• Microsoft plans to return to the office starting January 2026
• Walmart promotes reductions on popular electronic devices
• Apple AirPods Max now cost $480 with a discount

This is reported by The Verge, The Verge, The Verge.

As of today, September 14, 2025, there are many technological updates and reductions to consider. One of the main updates is Microsoft's return to office policy, which is planned to start in January 2026. The company mandates a return-to-office policy, stating that employees must work in the office three days a week if they live within 50 miles of the campus in Redmond. This decision is driven by a desire to improve employee productivity, although not all employees support this initiative.

At the same time, retailers like Walmart are offering attractive discounts on electronics. For example, Bose QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones are now available at a discount of $70, and they can be purchased for $229. Additionally, there is a 12-in-1 Chefman air fryer on sale for $90, which is $40 less than the usual price. Furthermore, the cordless vacuum cleaner Whall is available for $70, which is a reduction of over 50%.

In the technology sector, there have also been price reductions on Apple AirPods Max headphones, which now cost $480, $70 cheaper than the usual price. These headphones are renowned for their sound quality and effective active noise cancellation system.

Moreover, there is an opportunity to receive a discount on the Boox Palma 2 e-reader, which is available for $275 with an additional discount for Verge readers.

Tags: Technology/Devices