Technologies

Garmin’s Smartwatches Are Up to $250 Off Ahead of Black Friday

Track your fitness, get directions, stay connected and get to where you need on time with these fantastic Garmin watches while they’re on sale.

We have roughly six weeks left in the year, and that means the holidays — along with Black Friday deals — are just around the corner. If you’re trying to set yourself up for a healthy 2026, you might be looking at the offers from Apple, Samsung or Google. However, Garmin also makes plenty of excellent smartwatches that are now on sale for up to $250 off if you choose to buy directly from them. Amazon is offering up to $500 off on multiple previous releases of Garmin’s smartwatches, and Walmart has multiple earlier models that start at $150. That means you can find the right Garmin smartwatch for your budget.

Garmin is offering a $250 discount on the fenix 8 (47mm), which brings it down to $850. CNET’s Lexy Savvides says of this smartwatch’s impressive battery life, «The Fenix 8 comes in three sizes (43, 47 or 51 mm) and the battery lasts up to 29 days with the 51mm AMOLED watch; up to 16 days on the 47 mm version; or up to 10 days on the 43 mm.» This watch also includes a built-in microphone and speaker, an LED flashlight and Garmin’s signature GPS. It also includes 24/7 health and fitness trackers.

If you’re looking for a cheaper smartwatch, Garmin is offering the Venu 3 for $350, which is $100 off right now. CNET’s Lisa Eadicicco says, «With a wide selection of health metrics and workout types combined with useful recovery advice and in-depth sleep data, the Venu 3 is clearly made for those who prioritize fitness, wellness (and battery life) most in a smartwatch.» To sweeten this deal, all health metrics are included without having to pay for a separate subscription. Shoppers who prefer the Venu 3S can find it for $350 at Walmart, which is $100 off. Other deals at Garmin include:

Garmin Instinct 3 (50mm): $500 (save $100) on sale until 12/16
Garmin Forerunner 265: $300 (save $150)
Garmin Forerunner 165: $200 (save $50)
Garmin Forerunner 55: $150 (save $50)
Garmin Approach S70 (47mm): $600 (save $100)
Garmin vivoactive 5: $199 (save $101)
Garmin quatix 7X (solar edition): $600 (save $500)

Garmin’s deals are a bit on the higher end, but they accept HSA and FSA dollars that can help shoppers save even more. Additionally, both Amazon and Walmart have plenty of Garmin smartwatch deals worth considering.

Looking for a new smartwatch and not sure if these deals are for you? We’ve got a list of the best smartwatches so you can check out your options. We’re also diligently looking for every available Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal, so check back often.

SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK

Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm, Ink Sports Loop):

$359 (save $70)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, Bluetooth, Graphite Band):

$330 (save $20)
Amazfit Balance GPS Smartwatch (Black):

$140 (save $60)
Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black, Obsidian Band):

$202 (save $49)
Amazfit Active 42mm Smartwatch With 14 Day Battery Life (Black):

$75 (save $35)

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

Why this deal matters

Garmin makes fantastic smartwatches at all price points. If you buy directly from them you can save up to $250 and potentially use FSA/HSA dollars so you can pay even less. Amazon and Walmart have a lot of previously released Garmin smartwatches for much less, which means people of all budgets can get a

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Technologies

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.

Technologies

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