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

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