Technologies

Here’s How to Preorder the New Samsung Galaxy A54 for Just $200

And you can score a set of Galaxy Buds Live for just $50, too.

Samsung’s Galaxy A54 5G is already looking to make a splash in the cheap phone market with a starting price of just $450, but if you preorder today you can nab one for only $200 at Samsung when you trade in your old device. You can also bundle in a pair of Galaxy Buds Live wireless earbuds for just $50 with your Galaxy A54 preorder, a savings of $100.

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The steep $250 instant credit applies to trade-ins on devices like last year’s Galaxy A53 5G or Galaxy S21 FE, and you can actually get more than $250 off by handing over a more premium Samsung phone from recent years like the Galaxy S21 Ultra or Galaxy Z Flip 3. Non-Samsung phones are accepted too, with recent iPhone and Pixel models being worth as much as $337.

When it comes to specs, the Galaxy A54 5G is no slouch. It offers a 6.4-inch display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, a 5,000mAh battery (the same capacity as the Galaxy S23 Ultra) and 128GB of internal storage that can be boosted expanded with a microSD card up to 1TB in size. The Galaxy A54 5G also has a 50-megapixel main camera, 12-megapixel ultrawide camera and 5-megapixel macro camera.

The phones available to preorder at Samsung are offered unlocked so you can use yours with your preferred carrier. They come in violet and graphite color options. Other preorder perks offered via Samsung include three months of Spotify Premium, six months of SiriusXM streaming and two months of Adobe Lightroom for new users. The Galaxy A54 5G officially launches on April 6, though Samsung is estimating an April 11 delivery for its preorders.

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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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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

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im