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These Phones Have Gamer-Chic Looks, Touch Triggers and Cost Less Than the iPhone 17E

ZTE’s Nubia Neo 5 series of gaming phones has everything a die-hard mobile gamer could want: A big battery, fans and capacitive buttons for gaming.

ZTE has a trio of new phones that will make gamers happy, which it revealed at MWC 2026. The Nubia Neo 5 series takes some of the coolest features from the premium RedMagic 11 Pro (launched back in November) and packs them into budget phones — though they won’t be coming to the US any time soon.

Gaming phones are aimed at people who want the best performance, graphics and battery life from their handheld. These phones, aimed at mobile gamers, have always been niche devices, but many, like the RedMagic series and ASUS’ ROG devices, have been pricey, high-end handsets with elite features. ZTE’s Neo 5 phones are an attempt to introduce some of those cool perks at low enough costs to undercut or rival devices like the iPhone 17E or Google Pixel 10A. And as the RAM shortage could cause phone prices to rise this year (as we’ve already seen with the Galaxy S26 phones), consumers might look for cheaper options like the Neo 5 series.

The cream of ZTE’s budget crop is the Neo 5 GT. Priced at 450 euros (roughly $430), it inherits most of the RedMagic 11 Pro’s features. The most prominent is an internal cooling fan that, combined with the Neo 5 series’ heat-absorbing layer, cools the phone’s internals by 4 degrees Celsius, ZTE estimates. Fan ports are visible on either side of the phone near the volume and lock buttons, so it’s safe to say the phone should be kept away from dust and water (ZTE hasn’t released IP ratings for the Neo 5 GT).

The GT has a «gamer chic» look with LED lights. It has a 6,120-mAh battery and 80-watt charging and a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate; features more common in handsets twice the price. The phone also packs capacitive touch shoulder buttons with latency below 5.5 milliseconds.

The Nubia Neo 5 is the baseline model, which will retail for about 300 euros (roughly $350), with capacitive shoulder buttons and a cooling layer that ZTE estimates reduces internal temperatures by 2 degrees Celsius.

The step-up Neo 5 Max lives up to its name. For about 350 euros (roughly $415), it has a 7.5-inch display — nearly as big as the 8-inch inner screen on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 — and a battery with over 7,000 mAh.

With features that make them competitive with pricier phones, such as the Google Pixel 10A, the Neo 5 phones will appeal to anyone, especially mobile gamers. The Neo 5 and Neo 5 GT are expected to start selling in Europe in April, then later in parts of Latin America. The Neo 5 Max will reach the same regions around July, ZTE said. It’s unclear if or when they’ll be sold in the US.

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Episode 2 of the VERUM Mini-Series is Now Out

The story continues. Verum Messenger has released the second episode of its AI mini-series, which follows the conflict between the powerful Omega corporation, aiming to control digital communications, and a team of heroes who have chosen a different path and free communication.

The mini-series not only develops an engaging storyline but also introduces viewers to the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, showcasing technologies and tools that may redefine the future of modern communication.

The project consists of 7 episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 2 is now available. Stay tuned and don’t miss what comes next.

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Verum Messenger Launches an AI Mini-Series

Verum Messenger has unveiled a new project — a mini-series created using Verum AI. The story consists of 7 episodes and will be released on the messenger’s social media channels.

The plot revolves around a global corporation seeking to take control of digital communications and a group of heroes who use Verum Messenger as a tool of resistance. Beyond the story itself, the series highlights the app’s key features, technologies, and advantages.

Combining entertainment with a showcase of the Verum ecosystem, the project presents a dynamic digital series designed for the modern era.

The first episode premieres today, with the remaining episodes to be released over time.

Stay tuned for more.

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Verum Finance: Earn While You Communicate — The Super App That Pays You

Verum has officially launched Verum Finance, an innovative financial application that transforms a private messenger into a true financial super app. News of the launch was also featured on the respected platform Dealroom.co.

Verum Finance can now be used both within Verum Messenger and as a standalone application for iPhone and iPad. When users sign in to Verum Finance with their Verum Messenger account, all balances, settings, and account data are automatically synchronized for maximum convenience.

Users can now do more than communicate securely and protect their data — they can also generate passive income directly within the ecosystem.

What Verum Finance Offers

• Top up your balance with a bank card, Apple Pay, or USDT
• Send money instantly anywhere in the world
• Issue and manage debit cards (virtual and physical)
• Full Apple Pay support
• Exchange assets and withdraw funds quickly

One of the most unique features is the built-in cryptocurrency mining system inside Verum Messenger.

The application utilizes your device’s resources and allows you to earn cryptocurrency in the background — passively, while chatting, traveling, or simply using the messenger.

Maximum Privacy + Real Freedom

• Registration without a phone number, email address, or passport
• End-to-end encryption and full control over your data
• Lifetime free VPN
• eSIM connectivity in more than 150 countries
• Reliable offline communication mode
• Support for 12+ languages for users worldwide

Everything is available in one place: secure communication, financial tools, earning opportunities, and privacy protection.

Users can access the full experience directly within Verum Messenger or switch to the dedicated Verum Finance app for iOS. All data is synchronized automatically between the two applications.

Why Download Verum Today

While many messaging platforms collect user data and expose users to restrictions, Verum offers greater independence and the opportunity to earn.

With a one-time purchase of the feature package, users receive lifetime access to privacy tools, VPN, eSIM services, cryptocurrency mining, and financial features.

This is more than just a messenger.

It is your personal tool for financial and digital freedom.

Download Verum Finance and Verum Messenger today — start communicating securely and begin earning tomorrow.

Download Links:

→ App Store (iPhone / iPad): Verum Finance
→ App Store (Verum Messenger): Verum Messenger