Technologies

T-Mobile’s New Prepaid Plans Start at a Low $40 Per Month and Have 5-Year Price Guarantee

There’s no reason to overpay for superior cell phone service — especially in this economy.

If you’re budget-conscious and need to free up a few more dollars, switching to a prepaid phone plan could help. You have to pay in advance, but that’s also why these plans tend to be cheaper. Right now, T-Mobile is offering prepaid plans for as little as $40 per month. But that’s not all. They’re also throwing in a five-year price guarantee to sweeten the pot.

T-Mobile hasn’t provided a deadline for this deal, so acting fast is the best way to score this discount.

T-Mobile’s Starter monthly costs $45 for the first month, and goes down to $40 per month if you enroll in AutoPay. It includes unlimited talk and text, 15GB premium data you can use for a hotspot and unlimited 2GB after that. Need two lines? That’ll get you a discount of $15, bringing your bill down to as low as $65 per month.

The Unlimited monthly plan costs $50 for the first month and goes down to $45 per month if enrolled in AutoPay. This one includes unlimited 5G, 50GB of premium data and unlimited hotspot with 3G speeds. Two lines can score you a $20 savings, which means you’ll potentially pay only $70 per month.

T-Mobile’s final option is Unlimited monthly, which costs $65 on the first month and then costs you only $60 with AutoPay. In addition to many of the features in other plans, you get unlimited international texting from the US and free talk and text to Mexico and Canada. Opening two lines gets you a massive $35 off, which could bring your bill down to as little as $85.

All plans include scam block, T-Mobile Tuesdays MLB TV (where available) and a 5-year price guarantee. Taxes and fees are charged separately. Data users might notice slower speeds during congestion. Videos stream in SD resolution. Finally, California residents can discuss options with California Lifeline sell service with Assurance, which is owned by T-Mobile.

Want to compare your phone plan options? We’ve got a list of the best cheap phone plans and best prepaid plans.

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Why this deal matters

Cell phone plans can quickly get costly, what with fees taxes or data surcharges for heavy data users. However, prepaid phone plans from reputable carriers like T-Mobile offer lower prices and lots of the same features of traditional monthly plans. These particular deals also offer significant savings when opening two lines, which is a great deal for families who need to save. Keep in mind that you need to enroll in AutoPay to pay the lowest price advertised, and you’re good to go.

Technologies

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.

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