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Wireless headphones — Black
$79.00
Qty: 1
In stock
Add-ons
Premium 2-year warranty — $12.99
Covers accidental damage and manufacturer defects
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Next-day express delivery — $8.99
Guaranteed by tomorrow
Price breakdown
Subtotal$91.99
Standard shipping$4.99
Service & handling fee$3.49
Environmental recovery levy$1.99
Payment processing fee$0.99
Total$103.45
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Headphones$79.00
Warranty$12.99
Express delivery$8.99
Fees$6.47
Total due$107.45
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