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Google’s Budget-Friendly Pixel 10A Is Even Better With a Free $100 Amazon Gift Card

If you’re looking to grab this already-affordable Android on Day 1, you won’t want to miss this preorder offer.

The Pixel 10A is set to hit shelves in just one week and will be the most affordable phone in Google’s lineup at just $499. And when you preorder yours now at Amazon, you’ll also get a free $100 gift card with the purchase. This offer is available for the 128GB and 256GB configurations but is only available through March 11.

If you’d rather pick up a new pair of earbuds instead, Amazon is also offering a free pair of Google Pixel Buds 2A with select preorders — which is a $129 value. Just note that these two offers can’t be combined, and the free earbuds are only available in the Obsidian color.

The soon-to-be previous-gen Pixel 9A has been a favorite since it hit shelves last year and the new 10A model offers some slight improvements. It’s equipped with the same Google Tensor G4 chip and features the same 6.3-inch OLED display. However, the new Pixel 10A uses slightly more durable Corning Gorilla Glass 7i for better drop and scratch protection and delivers improved brightness and contrast.

The 10A also supports faster 30W wired charging and 10W wireless charging. Plus, it comes with a handful of cool new features like Quick Share (similar to Apple’s AirDrop), AI camera coaching and a satellite-enabled SOS. For more details, you can check out our full Pixel 10A vs. 9A breakdown.

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Why this deal matters

Google’s budget-friendly Pixel A series phones already offer a ton of bang for your buck. And with these preorder offers at Amazon, you can get a free $100 gift card or $129 pair of earbuds with the purchase, making the 10A an even better value.

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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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