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An Easily Repairable Smartwatch Could Be in Your Future. This Concept Proves It

There’s no longer any excuse for tech companies not to adopt sustainable design with a self-repair option.

With right-to-repair legislation coming into effect around the world, it’s never been more timely for companies that manufacture our technology to prioritize self-repair features in their design processes.

The bigger the device, the easier this is to do. Take Lenovo’s ThinkPads, for example. For the past few years, the company has worked with iFixit to ensure its laptops are easily repairable. But tech companies would have us believe that it’s trickier to make smaller devices, such as smartwatches and other wearables, repairable at home.

At CES 2026, I saw a smartwatch concept design from Cambridge Consultants, a British deep-tech research company, that proved this wrong. Not only was the device user-repairable, but it did so without compromising on design or user experience. The company is referring to the proof of concept as «Ouroboros.» The idea is to challenge established tech companies to improve their sustainability and product longevity, while demonstrating that it’s in their business interests to do so.

«Consumers are expecting more from brands with regard to sustainability,» said Matt White, head of sustainable design at Cambridge Consultants.

Repairability plays an important role in sustainability. The longer we can hold onto our tech — either through refurbishment or repair — the less likely it is to contribute to the growing piles of electronic waste around the world, and the less need there is to mine new minerals to produce new tech.

To engineer the Ouroboros concept, Cambridge Consultants used the Garmin Fenix 7 as a reference product, «to make sure we weren’t straying too conceptual,» said White (although he noted that this was not an official collaboration).

The team rearchitected the interior of the watch to ensure the battery was accessible and removable directly under the back cover. A hinge mechanism was then added to the rear of the watch that would make it easy to open while maintaining waterproofing — something that White said is crucial for wearables.

The Ouroboros design would make it easy for people to replace the battery themselves, but if they did need to send it off for more complex repairs, a series of test pins placed directly under the battery would make it easy for someone repairing the smartwatch to triage for problems without having to take the whole thing apart.

Some wearable-makers are starting to take sustainable, repairable design seriously — notably Google with its recent Pixel Watch 4 — but it’s still far from mainstream. However, the tides are shifting, and as we can see from the Ouroboros concept, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for tech companies to justify not getting on board.

Technologies

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