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The Best Sony Wireless Earbuds We Tested Are on Sale for $102 Off for Memorial Day

The Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds impressed us with their sound quality and noise-canceling performance. Grab them while this Memorial Day sale lasts.

Memorial Day weekend is practically here, and the sales are already piling in. Plenty of retailers have kicked off their Memorial Day sales, including many people’s online shopping go-to, Amazon. We spotted a deep discount on our favorite Sony wireless earbuds on Amazon. The Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds are currently just $198. This is a discount of 34%, and saves you $102. The discount applies to all color options too, so you can pick which one you like best.

The Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds sit at the top of CNET’s list of the best wireless earbuds for 2025. They offer true noise cancellation, so you can focus on your favorite audio. They’re equipped with an AI algorithm that blocks out distractions whenever you’re making phone calls, so you won’t miss calls from loved ones or colleagues when you’re on the go. Need to take these earbuds on a long trip? Their battery lasts 8 hours on a single charge, and up to 24 when you take your charging case with you.

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These earbuds are equipped with Bluetooth for easy pairing, but they also work with Alexa for added voice control options. Even better, they’re made with recyclable materials, so you can be confident that you’re making a more environmentally-friendly purchase than some alternatives.

HEADPHONE DEALS OF THE WEEK

Apple AirPods Max ANC Wireless Headphones (USB-C Charging, Starlight):

$480 (save $70)
Soundcore Life Q20 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$40 (save $21)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$200 (save $151)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones:

$229 (save $120)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (Black):

$298 (save $102)

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Why this deal matters

These Sony earbuds offer premium features and normally come with a premium price tag to match. We haven’t seen these earbuds drop down to this price since the holiday season last year. They were discounted a little during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, but not all the way down to this low price. This Memorial Day deal can end at any time, so don’t wait too long if you’re interested in saving over $100 on these Sony earbuds.

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

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

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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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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