Sony WH-CH530 Certified Before IFA 2026; WH-CH520 at $38 Is Now Outgoing

Sony’s WH-CH520, discounted to $38 at Amazon (46% off its $69.99 list price), is facing a quick successor rollout. Import filings and FCC certification records reviewed by The Walkman Blog, confirmed by Android Authority, indicate the WH-CH530 has already cleared regulatory approvals in seven markets, meaning it is likely weeks from announcement. The FCC confidentiality window for the WH-CH530 ends September 30, 2026, with a likely August release window. The WH-CH530 (model YY3005) is certified in the U.S., Canada, South Korea, Indonesia, China, Malaysia, and Mexico. Hardware signals include a higher battery voltage and PCB antenna redesign. Sony does not add active noise cancellation.