Technologies

Is the iPhone Air a Klutz’s Worst Nightmare?

Commentary: It’s only 5.6mm thick! I can’t be the only one worried about breaking the new iPhone Air.

Maybe I’m just getting bent out of shape, but the new iPhone Air seems like it would be my worst nightmare. The slim and trim version of the brand new iPhone 17 was the star of Apple’s «awe dropping» September event, with Apple bragging they created a model that’s only 5.6 mm thick, about the size of three stacked credit cards. But I have to ask: Did anyone really ask for a super-thin iPhone?

Apple has loaded up the iPhone Air with better battery life and faster processing power via the A19 Pro chip. It’s also got a 48-megapixel fusion camera and a 12-megapixel 2x telephoto camera. Apple said this is the most power-efficient phone it’s ever made. It’s likely to be a value-packed iPhone — or at least it should be, since the prices start at $999 for 256GB. But none of that matters if the phone breaks, bends or shatters.

I’m not a total klutz, but I drop my phone occasionally. I throw it in my bag while running out the door, shove it in my pockets while on a run and toss it on the counter while cooking. I need a phone that can take a bit of jostling. I’m not convinced that Apple’s thinnest ever model is going to be able to withstand all that, despite the company calling it its «most durable design yet.»

I have precedent to back up my concerns. When Apple released the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus in 2014, previously the slimmest model Apple produced, early users reported that the device would bend when they kept it in their pockets — it became known as Bendgate. Apple said it only happened for a few iPhone owners at the time, but history tends to repeat itself.

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«The iPhone 17 Air is an impressive feat of engineering, and Apple went into detail about the device’s design. Given the challenges faced with the iPhone 6 Plus, which resulted in the ‘bendgate’ controversy, Apple clearly wants to put minds at rest,» said Ben Wood, an analyst at CCS Insight.

Maybe Apple’s presentation would’ve eased my worries about the durability of the iPhone Air if it had mentioned anything practical about its testing and development beyond marketing fluff. If the company wants us to spend a thousand bucks on a new iPhone in this economy, we deserve to know it won’t bend or break after a few uses. (Luckily for us, CNET plans to test it soon.)

I appreciate what Apple is trying to do, and I’m sure the iPhone Air will be appealing for some folks who want a lighter device. But thinner isn’t always better.

For more, check out everything Apple announced at the iPhone 17 event.

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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Technologies

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