Technologies

Audible’s New Feature Lets You Read and Listen to Your Favorite Books at the Same Time

This feature aims to improve the reading experience for Audible subscribers.

Audible has added a Read and Listen feature to its app that syncs up the audio narration and text while you’re reading a book. It’ll be available for those who have both Audible and Kindle subscriptions, it was announced on Wednesday.

If you own both the audiobook and ebook versions of a title, the new feature will let you read along as the audiobook plays and the text being read is highlighted — much like how karaoke appears on a screen when you’re singing along. An Audible spokesperson told CNET, «Our data shows that customers who currently listen while reading along are among Audible’s most engaged users, consuming nearly twice as much content per month as audiobook-only customers.»

Audible hopes to help readers connect with books in a more flexible format with this option, and it’s also intended to make reading more accessible for those with dyslexia, low vision, ADHD and more. Some research suggests that reading and listening simultaneously can improve your ability to comprehend and retain information.

The Read and Listen library will have books in various languages, including English, Spanish and French. You’ll receive discounted audiobooks if you already own the ebook version of a title.

«Read and Listen gives book lovers the best of both worlds,» Andy Tsao, chief product officer at Audible, said in a statement, adding that you could use the feature to help learn a new language or study for school.

This feature is already available through the Kindle app as part of its Voice experience, but this is the first time Audible is adding it to its library. Both Kindle and Audible are owned by Amazon. The new feature is now available on the Audible app in the US, but won’t debut until later in the year in the UK, Australia and Germany.

Prior to this integration, CNET writer Blake Stimac experimented with AI chatbots to vibe code an e-reading application with a similar feature.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im