Technologies

We Love These Skullcandy ANC Earbuds, and They’re a Massive $30 Off at Amazon Ahead of July 4th

Skullcandy’s travel-friendly active noise-canceling headphones are just $100.

If you’re like me, earbuds have become an indispensable accessory during commutes, travel and while waiting in long lines. However, not everyone can afford high-end audio accessories from Apple or Samsung. Thankfully, budget-friendly substitutes are available, and some of them are even cheaper due to forthcoming sales events. We’ve spotted Skullcandy ANC earbuds for just $100 at Amazon ahead of Fourth of July and Prime Day. Best Buy is also matching this price for the black and bone colors, offering plenty of opportunities to save $30 for a limited time.

Skullcandy’s ANC earbuds come in a compact case with a key chain, making them easy to attach to your keys, purse or a smart tracker. They come in five colors, and Amazon’s discount applies to all of them.

Skullcandy’s earbuds include sound by Bose, and CNET’s David Carnoy said he was «mostly impressed with the new buds, which sound better than most of the earbuds in this price class» in his review. Despite their humble price tag, Bose’s contributions to these earbuds mean you’ll get high-fidelity sound, deep bass and superior noise cancellation.

Workout and fitness enthusiasts can enjoy these earbuds during their routine thanks to their IPX4 waterproof rating, which means they can withstand sweat from even the most grueling exercise session. Plus, the long-lasting battery can last a 40-hour week on a single charge. Should you run out of battery, a quick 10 minutes in the case will give you up to two extra hours of listening time. But keep in mind that these earbuds can’t be wirelessly charged.

If you want to shop around, check out our list of the best wireless earbuds. We’re also keeping up with all upcoming Fourth of July and early Prime Day deals, so you can save with the latest discounts.

HEADPHONE DEALS OF THE WEEK

Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones (Navy):

$298 (save $50)
Soundcore Life Q20 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$40 (save $20)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$300 (save $51)
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless ANC Over-Ear Headphones (Black):

$299 (save $151)
Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e ANC Over-Ear Headphones (Black):

$220 (save $180)

Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article.

Why this deal matters

These Skullcandy ANC earbuds have audio design from Bose, which makes them an excellent alternative to higher-end earbuds on the market. And you can save $30 at Amazon for these earbuds in any color or save $30 at Best Buy for bone or black colors. In either case, this is a great time to buy these earbuds if you’ve been looking for a new pair.

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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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