Technologies

The New Bose QuietComfort Earbuds Just Fell to $249 and That’s Music to Our Ears

If you’ve been waiting to justify Bose’s price tag, here’s your chance. The QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are $50 off ahead of Black Friday.

If you’re the kind of person who can’t board a plane, hit the gym or even start your workday without your earbuds, this Black Friday deal is worth tuning into.

Right now, you can grab Bose’s new second-gen QuietComfort Ultra earbuds for $249 at Amazon. That’s a cool $50 off. Also, Bose is price-matching this deal. The earbuds come in five sleek colors: black, white smoke, desert gold, midnight violet and the limited-edition deep plum, which is a personal favorite, if you’re after something bold.

With ActiveSense technology, the earbuds automatically smooth out sudden noises, even when you’re in Aware mode. You can toggle between full noise cancellation, transparency or immersion mode, which blends the two for a realistic audio experience. Additionally, the SpeechClarity mics keep your voice crisp on every call.

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Battery life clocks in at six hours per charge in Quiet or Aware mode, with three more refills from the case — which now supports wireless charging and USB-C. Additionally, Bluetooth multipoint enables seamless switching between devices without interruption. CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy says they offer «a comfortable, secure fit and feature superb noise canceling and excellent sound quality.»

If you want to compare the noise cancellation of these earbuds, check out our picks for the best wireless earbuds.

HEADPHONE DEALS OF THE WEEK

Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

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

$199 (save $150)
Apple AirPods Max ANC Wireless Headphones (USB-C Charging, Midnight):

$500 (save $50)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones:

$329 (save $100)
Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (Black):

$328 (save $72)

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Why this deal matters

One of our gripes with these earbuds is the fact that they’re a pricey purchase at $299. But this deal makes them significantly more affordable. You get some premium features that are perfect for travel, work or your next Spotify binge.

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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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