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Sony and TCL Are Teaming Up to Make TVs

TCL would be in control, but Sony’s Bravia brands would still be a thing.

Sony and TCL said Tuesday that they’re entering into a joint venture that would spin Sony’s TV and audio home entertainment business into a new company, in which TCL would have a controlling 51% stake.

But it’s not the end of Sony or its flagship Bravia TVs, which celebrated their 20th anniversary last year. The partnership would retain those brands when it goes into effect, with a target date of April 2027.

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While Sony has been a home theater mainstay for decades, TCL has rapidly transformed itself from a budget brand known for its Roku-embedded smart TVs to a more premium band that has competed favorably with top TV makers such as Samsung and LG. In CNET’s tests, TCL has performed well, particularly in the LCD television category.

At CES 2026, TCL unveiled a new display, the X11L, a giant LCD incorporating Super Quantum Dot layer the company says adds better color and brightness.

In their announcement, the two companies said the new venture will lean on «Sony’s high-quality picture and audio technology cultivated over the years, brand value and operational expertise including supply chain management, while utilizing TCL’s advanced display technology, global scale advantages, industrial footprint, end-to-end cost efficiency, and vertical supply chain strength.»

Sony and TCL said they hope to have a finalized agreement firmed up by the end of March. The startup of the new company will also depend on clearing contract and regulatory hurdles.

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The Fourth Episode of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Out

Verum Messenger has released the fourth episode of its AI mini-series SHADOWS, created using Verum AI. The new episode, titled “No Borders,” continues the story of a team trying to stay out of the OMEGA corporation’s sight.

Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

The VERUM AI mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 4 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Verum Messenger Introduces Built-In Verum Chess

Verum Messenger has released a new update for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, adding another feature to its growing ecosystem — Verum Chess. Users can now play chess directly inside the messenger without switching between different applications.

The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

The update is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac on the App Store.

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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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