Technologies

Pick Up One of Our Favorite Pairs of Beats Earbuds for Over 40% Off

Normally $170, the Beats Studio Buds Plus are down to just $100.

You can currently get some of the best earbuds, the Beats Studio Buds Plus, for 41% off right now, which drops the price down to $100. It’s not a record low, but it’s only $10 more, and you normally only see deals like this around the big sales events, so this is a bit of a rarity.

Since this is a limited-time Amazon deal, there’s no way to know how long it’ll actually last. If you do want to get these top-tier earbuds, make sure you’re quick.

As for what you’ll get for your money, these Beats earbuds feature noise-cancellation technology and a sweat-resistant design, making them perfect for the gym. You can also wear them while sitting in bed with a bowl of ice cream and listening to a good audiobook; I won’t judge.

CNET’s audio expert David Carnoy loved their discreet design (especially the super cool transparent version), excellent voice-calling performance and lengthy battery life.

Beats is owned by Apple, but that doesn’t mean these earbuds only work with iPhones and Macs. It does mean that they support Apple-only features, including spatial audio and hands-free Siri.

Android users can still take advantage of the convenient fast-pairing function, though. You’ll also get up to 36 hours of listening time, and you can take calls and join online meetings thanks to the built-in microphones.

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)
Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones:

$398 (save $62)
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Twilight Blue):

$179 (save $170)
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless ANC Over-Ear Headphones (Black):

$200 (save $250)

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

Why this deal matters

Fans of Beats headphones and earbuds are well aware of the price premium the brand commands, but deals like this can get you the features you want at a price you’re willing to pay. Keep in mind that this is only a limited-time deal, so you’ll want to act fast — though you don’t need to enter any codes or clip any coupons to benefit. Plus, all the colors are discounted, so you can pick your favorite.

Technologies

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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