Technologies

End the Year by Hitting Your Fitness Goals With a Record-Low on the Garmin Fenix 8 Smartwatch

This is one of the most high-end smartwatches out there, and you can score one for $350 off right now.

If you’re trying to set yourself up for a healthier 2026 or finish the year strong with your 2025 fitness goals complete, a smart wearable device like a watch or ring can help you. If you’ve been considering this, you might be looking at offers from Apple, Samsung or Google. However, many people forget how powerful Garmin smartwatches can be. These watches can be a significant investment, but they’re well worth it, especially if you can find a deal like this one.

The Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch normally sells for $1,200, which is a pretty steep price tag. This $350 discount brings the price down to a record-low price of $850. It’s still expensive, but it’s never been at a lower price and probably won’t be again for the rest of the year.

This Garmin watch has tons of useful high-end features. It has a built-in microphone and speaker, an LED flashlight and Garmin’s signature GPS. It also includes 24/7 health and fitness trackers for tons of metrics, including heart rate, sleep and more. Garmin’s watches are a bit on the premium side, but the company accepts HSA and FSA dollars, which can help make the purchase a little easier.

CNET’s former expert reviewer Lexy Savvides was most impressed by the battery life of this model. «Its battery life runs rings around these smartwatches as it can last almost a month on a single charge,» she wrote. A battery that lasts almost a month is practically unheard of, making this well worth the purchase.

SMARTWATCH DEALS OF THE WEEK

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm, M/L Black Sport Band):

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

$250 (save $100)
Google Pixel Watch 4 (41mm, Wi-Fi, Matte Black):

$300 (save $50)
Garmin Venu Sq 2 GPS Smartwatch (Shadow Gray):

$150 (save $100)
Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch (Black):

$120 (save $80)

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

Why this deal matters

Garmin makes fantastic smartwatches, but they usually come with a big price tag. Thanks to this $350 discount, you can snatch one up at a record-low price. Keep in mind, this deal is only for the titanium model with the pebble gray band. The titanium with the yellow/graphite band option is $100 more. This is also the 51mm size, as the other sizes have already sold out. We assume this one will go soon as well, so grab one now if you’re interested.

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