Sonos Plans Headphones in Move Outside the Home

  • Audio device maker seeks new markets following August IPO
  • Company targets growing but crowded market that includes Apple

Customers view merchandise at a Sonos Inc. store in New York.

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Speaker maker Sonos Inc. is planning to expand beyond the home with high-end headphones, according to people familiar with the plans.

The wireless, over-the-ear headphones are still in the early development stages and could be launched by next year, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing private plans. High-end pairs often cost $300 or more, and Sonos is expected to target a similar price range, the people added.