Technologies

This Cyber Monday Deal Drops Our Favorite Bone-Conduction Headphones to a New Low Price

The top-rated Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 bone-conduction headphones are now down to their lowest price ever of just $115.

If you’re a runner, you know how important having music, podcasts or audiobooks is. It’s a great way to stay motivated during your regular runs. But earbuds can fall out, and many over-ear headphones are too bulky to use during a workout. That’s why we love these unique bone-conduction Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones that are lightweight, offer superb sound and have an ergonomic fit on the back of your head.

Their usual asking price is $180, but it’s Cyber Monday, so you won’t need to pay full price. Amazon has dropped them down to a new low price of $115, making this one of my favorite Cyber Monday deals so far. Not only is this an excellent deal, but it also makes for a great holiday gift. Prefer Best Buy? They’re on sale there too, but for $125 — which is $10 more. However, if you have some audio gear to trade in, you might be able to get them down to Amazon’s price.

Bone-conduction headphones have been on the market for a while, but David Carnoy, our headphone reviewer, hailed the OpenRun Pro 2s as one of the first pairs out there with truly good sound. In fact, they earned a top spot on our list of the best running headphones of 2025 and an Editors’ Choice award. This is thanks to the new and improved hybrid-driver design that provides fuller bass tones, which these kinds of headphones typically lack.

And with Amazon’s Cyber Monday deal, they’re more affordable than ever. They’re also fairly rugged with an IP55 weather-resistance rating and have a fairly impressive 12-hour battery life. Plus, solid voice-calling performance makes it easy to stay connected while you’re on the road or trails.

Looking for more options? Check out our full roundup of the best Cyber Monday headphone deals on the market now, with Sony, Bose and more featured.

HEADPHONE DEALS OF THE WEEK

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (Black):

$248 (save $152)
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black):

$170 (save $181)
Apple AirPods Max ANC Wireless Headphones (USB-C Charging, Midnight):

$400 (save $150)
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Lunar Blue):

$299 (save $130)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones:

$199 (save $150)

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

Why this deal matters

Earning a CNET Editors’ Choice award and a spot on our lists of the best headphones for running and working out, it’s fair to say that these Shokz are some of the absolute best bone-conduction headphones on the market. In fact, CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy found very little not to love about them besides their steep price, which is less of an issue now that they’re $65 off for Cyber Monday.

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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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Technologies

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