Technologies

OnePlus Launching 15R Phone, Tablet and Watch Just Ahead of the Holidays

The OnePlus 15R is a budget-friendly version of the OnePlus 15, offering the same durability.

Just ahead of the holidays, Chinese electronics company OnePlus is releasing three new products: a phone, a tablet and a watch. The company announced Monday that it will launch the OnePlus 15R, the OnePlus Pad Go 2 and the OnePlus Watch Lite next month on Dec. 17 in North America, Europe and India.

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OnePlus, founded in China in 2013, prides itself on producing «flagship killers,» phones and other devices with similar features and capabilities as more popular brands but at cheaper prices. Despite the boast, the company’s market share in the US is less than 1%, far behind leaders Apple, Samsung and Lenovo.

OnePlus 15R

The OnePlus 15R will be available in two colors: charcoal black and mint breeze. Presumably, the phone will be a budget-friendly version of the OnePlus 15, whose battery life we loved and which is a great choice for mainstream gamers.

As far as durability, OnePlus says the 15R has IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K dust- and water-resistance ratings. Reputable tipster Debayan Roy said the phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Android operating system.

Overstock Media’s Austin Evans, whose tech review YouTube channel has 5 million-plus subscribers, has followed OnePlus and its products.

«I think OnePlus has gone on a bit of a journey the last few years,» Evans told CNET. «In the early days, they delivered such a laser-focused phone for enthusiasts, and at an excellent price point, that (buying from them) was a bit of a no-brainer. The last few years, however, have seen them lose their focus a bit: competing on the higher end of flagships, sometimes without the full feature set to match.»

But Evans says the 15 phone generation has been solid.

«There are some minor … omissions like the alert slider, but by and large, the 15 and it seems the 15R are pretty compelling devices that cut very few corners and deliver a very flagship-level experience at a reasonable price,» Evans told CNET. «I wouldn’t say OnePlus is back to the glory days, but they’re delivering a clearer value than they have in quite some time.»

OnePlus Pad Go 2

The company says the Pad Go 2 tablet, its new midrange 5G tablet, will have an anti-glare glass finish and come in two colors: shadow black and lavender drift. OnePlus says the tablet will feature two firsts for the company: 5G connectivity built-in (in the black version) and its own stylus.

CNET reviewer David Carnoy praised OnePlus’ most recent tablet offering, the Pad 3.

OnePlus Watch Lite

The other product launching Dec. 17 will be the OnePlus Watch Lite, «designed to bring flagship-level health and fitness features to an even more accessible price point», the company said. The only color available will be silver steel.

When we reviewed the OnePlus Watch 3, we noted that it had the best battery life of all Android smartwatches.

Technologies

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

Technologies

Verum Finance: A Super App for Private Finance Integrated Into a Messenger

Verum Finance has announced the launch of a new financial application that allows users to manage their money directly within the secure Verum Messenger ecosystem.

The project has already attracted attention from major media outlets. A dedicated feature was published by Forbes Türkiye, while one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, MEXC, covered the launch. Yahoo Finance had previously reported on the evolution of Verum Messenger into a comprehensive financial ecosystem.

What Verum Finance Offers

Verum Finance transforms a messenger into a complete financial platform. Users can:

• Manage their balance and top up using bank cards or USDT
• Send money instantly to other Verum users
• Issue and use debit cards, including Apple Pay support
• Exchange assets and withdraw funds
• Access all these services without installing separate banking applications

A strong emphasis is placed on privacy. The platform offers registration without a phone number or email address, end-to-end encryption, and full user control over personal data.

Recognition from Forbes Türkiye

In a dedicated article, Forbes Türkiye highlighted Verum Finance as a notable example of modern privacy-driven fintech. The publication emphasized the growing trend of financial services moving from standalone banking applications into unified messaging ecosystems — a model that has proven successful in Asia through platforms such as WeChat and Alipay and is now expanding globally.

Support from the Crypto Community

Alongside the Forbes Türkiye coverage, news about the launch of Verum Finance was also featured by MEXC, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges. This reflects growing interest in the project from both traditional business media and the cryptocurrency community.

A Strategic Vision

“We are building more than a payments application and more than a messenger. Verum is a unified secure ecosystem where communication, finance, and privacy tools work together,” the company stated.

Verum Finance is now available for iPhone and iPad users. The application complements Verum Messenger, which offers anonymous chats, voice and video calls, VPN services, eSIM connectivity, and other tools designed to enhance digital freedom.

Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im

Verum Messenger: https://verum.im