Getting the gift she actually wants: Sony's Mother's Day gift guide

Mother's Day is the one day in a year where "she said she didn't want anything" simply doesn't fly. This year, skip the flowers-and-forget-it routine and give her something that genuinely enhances her everyday life. Sony has a range of premium audio and imaging products designed to do exactly that, whether she's stealing a quiet moment to herself, hosting friends, or finally leaning into that creative side she keeps putting off. Here are four gifts worth giving.

For the mum who needs a moment to herself: Sony WH-1000XM5 Smoky Pink

If noise cancellation were a love language, this would be it. The WH-1000XM5 is part of Sony’s flagship headphone range and comes in a striking Smoky Pink colourway that’s as considered as the technology inside it. The integrated Processor V1 unlocks the full potential of Sony’s HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1, with headphones that have four microphones on each earcup. The result is a dramatic leap in noise cancellation, sound quality and call clarity, developed in collaboration with mastering engineers for studio-level accuracy. Intelligent beamforming isolates mum’s voice from background noise, so she's always heard clearly even in a busy room. Battery life clocks in at 30 hours, and a three-minute quick charge delivers up to three hours of playback. Available for R9,499.00 at Sony World.

For the mum who's always on a call: Sony ULT Wear

She's juggling work calls, school runs, and everything in between, the ULT Wear is built for exactly that kind of life. Multipoint Connection pairs with two devices simultaneously via Bluetooth®, so switching between her laptop and phone is seamless. Precise Voice Pickup Technology, beamforming mics, and a Wind Noise Reduction Structure ensure she always sounds clear, wherever she takes the call. Battery life stretches to 30 hours with Noise Cancelling on (and an impressive 50 hours with it off), with a 3-minute quick charge delivering up to 90 minutes of extra play time when she needs a top-up in a hurry. A smart sensor even pauses music when the headphones come off and resumes the moment they go back on, because even the small things should just work. Available for R4,499.00 at Sony World.

For the mum who turns every night into a cinematic experience: BRAVIA Theatre System 6

For the mum who bonds over movie nights, binge-worthy series or simply turning the living room into the place everyone wants to be, quality time often comes with a soundtrack. The BRAVIA Theatre System 6 is designed to bring a true cinematic feel to those moments, without the hassle of a complicated setup. With 5.1-channel surround sound and support for Dolby Atmos™ and DTS:X™, this all-in-one system brings immersive audio into your space in minutes. The soundbar, subwoofer and wireless rear speakers work together to deliver a powerful 1,000 W output, filling the room with booming bass, crisp highs and sound that moves around you rather than sitting politely in the background. Paired with a compatible BRAVIA TV, Voice Zoom 3™ uses AI machine learning to recognise human voices, adjusting dialogue levels so whispered lines land just as clearly as dramatic monologues. It’s the kind of thoughtful detail that turns shared viewing into a genuinely enjoyable experience. Available for R16,999.00 at Sony World.

For the mum who's ready to tell her own story: Sony ZV-1F Vlogging Camera

Whether she's been quietly building a following or simply wants to capture the everyday moments that matter, the ZV-1F makes it effortless. This pocket-sized camera is optimised for vlogging with an ultra-wide 20mm prime lens, ideal for selfie shooting and wide-frame storytelling, and packed with advanced connectivity and eco-friendly features. A self-timer and recording lamp make solo shooting straightforward, while Sony's cutting-edge imaging technology ensures the subject always shines, in any scene. Small enough to slip into a bag, powerful enough to produce content she's genuinely proud of. Available for R13,995.00 at Takealot.

This Mother's Day, the best gift isn't just something she'll use once, it's something that becomes part of how she lives, sounds, and sees the world. With Sony, that's exactly what you're giving her.