Sony’s new $5,900 gold-plated Walkman music player doesn’t come with the latest version of Android

Sony has launched a new premium gold-plated Walkman music player priced at $5,899. Preorders for this luxury device are currently live. Despite the high cost, the player does not include the latest version of Android. This release expands the premium Walkman lineup, targeting consumers with significant disposable income. The device focuses on luxury aesthetics and high-end audio playback, maintaining the brand's presence in the niche market for expensive, specialized portable music players.