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Sony Noise-Canceling Headphones Add Audio Sharing, AI Assistance

Two models are getting the software upgrades.

Thanks to firmware updates, Sony’s top noise-canceling audio products, the WH-1000XM6 headphones and the WF-1000XM5 earbuds, both released two years ago, are getting new features.

Sony’s 6.0.0 update for the headphones and 3.0.0 update for the earbuds bring audio sharing with Fast Pair, support for Google’s Gemini Live AI assistant and digital assistant and head-tracking features when connected to Bluetooth LE Audio. Google Find Hub also allows each earbud to be located individually, and there are security updates for both products.

For the new features to work after the firmware update is applied, they must be re-paired to a smartphone. These features will be most useful to those pairing these audio products with newer Android smartphones, including Samsung Galaxy and Pixel models. iPhones don’t support some LE Audio features.

Rumors suggest Sony may soon release a new version of the earbuds, the WF-1000XM6. The market for headphones in general, especially those offering features like noise cancellation and smart assistants, is booming, and sales are expected to double by 2032 to $114.81 billion globally.

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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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