Surfshark VPN — Fast, Private, and Feature-Rich (Summary) Surfshark has rapidly grown since its 2018 launch into a major VPN contender. It now spans 141 servers across 100 countries and offers a full suite of privacy tools through Surfshark One and One+. Below is a concise breakdown of the review’s key findings and practical notes for users. Quick Verdict One of the best VPNs for casual users: excellent speeds, solid security, and useful extras. One-month pricing is high, but longer terms (especially 12–27 months) offer strong value. Recommended for most users who want a simple, powerful VPN. Highlights Speed: Mean worldwide download drop about 5.4% (fastest in current tests); upload drop ~3.6%. Security: Uses WireGuard, OpenVPN & IKEv2. No IP/DNS/WebRTC leaks detected; encryption verified by packet tests. Privacy: Based in…

Apple asks EU to repeal Digital Markets Act — feature delays & security concerns Apple has officially asked the European Commission to repeal the Digital Markets Act (DMA), arguing the law has unintended consequences for users in the EU. The company says DMA obligations — such as supporting sideloading and enabling certain features on non-Apple devices — have delayed or blocked feature rollouts in Europe, including iPhone Mirroring, Live Translation via AirPods, and Maps features like Visited Places and Preferred Routes. Key points Apple requests the DMA be repealed while a more "fit for purpose" legislative instrument is prepared. The company says DMA requirements increase security risks for EU users by exposing them to fake apps, disguised malware, and third-party payment systems that may not allow refunds. In April, the…

Let your Mac read for you — premium voices & hotkey Many situations are more comfortable if you don't have to read text yourself. On macOS you can have text read aloud — useful for consuming long articles without staring at the screen and helpful when proofreading: errors often jump out when heard. What this does macOS Spoken Content (aka text-to-speech) lets your Mac read selected text, entire documents, or on-screen content. You can choose from many voices; some high-quality voices are offered as downloadable "enhanced" or premium voices. Quick setup Open System Settings (or System Preferences) > Accessibility (or Speech/Spoken Content). Find Spoken Content (or Speech) and enable speaking of selected text. Under Voices, choose a voice and download any enhanced/premium voice you want for higher quality. Enable or…

Apple Watch: Hypertension alerts arrive with watchOS 26 With watchOS 26, compatible Apple Watch models (notably Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2) can analyze optical heart‑sensor signals to detect patterns that may indicate high blood pressure (hypertension). When a concerning pattern is detected, users receive a Hypertension Notification in the Health app to prompt earlier medical follow-up. How it works The feature analyzes heart signal patterns collected over time rather than measuring blood pressure directly. It runs on supported models with watchOS 26 and requires an iPhone (iPhone 11 or later with iOS 26). Apple’s support documentation explains eligibility and setup details. Links & further reading Official Apple support: Hypertension notifications on your Apple Watch Explainer & setup guide: 9to5Mac — How to use Apple Watch’s hypertension…

Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim on Sale — $46 (New Low) Carrying chargers and bulky power banks defeats traveling light. The Anker Nano 5K MagGo Slim aims to solve that: an ultra-slim (about 0.3") 5,000 mAh MagSafe-compatible power bank that magnetically attaches to MagSafe phones and cases. Key details Price: $46 (down from $55, ~16% off) Capacity: 5,000 mAh Charge output: up to 15W (Qi2 / MagSafe) Dimensions: ~0.3" thick — about the size of a phone Colors: Black and White Compatibility: Any MagSafe-compatible phone / magnetic case Performance highlights In testing, the Nano 5K MagGo Slim charged an iPhone 15 from 5% to 90% in about 2.5 hours, and boosted to ~40% in under an hour — fast for a pack this small. The minimalist design and matte texture…

Xreal One Pro — Portable Virtual Display Hands-on Summary Quick summary: The Xreal One Pro are wearable virtual displays that mirror your laptop, phone or supported consoles into a private, massive-feeling screen (advertised up to 222"). They aim to be a task- and media-focused tool rather than an all-day wearable — lightweight (≈87 g), with dual 0.55" Sony Micro-OLED panels delivering 1080p per eye at 120Hz and a 57° FOV. Built-in Bose mini-speakers, adjustable darkening shades, and a USB-C connection make them a convenient travel accessory for work, movies and casual gaming. Key specs Displays: Dual 0.55" Sony Micro-OLED, 1080p per eye, 120Hz Field of view: ~57° Weight: ~87 g Price: $650 (official shop) Audio: Built-in Bose mini-speakers Connection: USB-C (wired only) Optional camera accessory: Xreal Eye (sold separately) What…

Meta Expands Teen Accounts to Facebook & Messenger Worldwide Meta is rolling out dedicated teen accounts on Facebook and Messenger globally. The specialized accounts — already used by hundreds of millions across Instagram, Facebook and Messenger — are designed to give younger users more protections and allow parents greater oversight. Key points Mandatory for ages 13–15 in the rollout areas; Meta uses AI to detect users who may be lying about their age. Parental controls: parents can monitor screen time, approve contacts, and see who their teens are messaging with. Stricter privacy and safety settings to limit contact with unknown adults and reduce harmful content exposure. Instagram is also expanding a school partnership program in the US to help schools report bullying and other problematic behavior more quickly. Meta says…

Samsung (Harman) completes acquisition of Sound United from Masimo Harman — Samsung’s audio subsidiary — has completed the acquisition of Sound United from Masimo for about $350 million. The deal brings well-known premium audio brands into Harman’s portfolio, including: Bowers & Wilkins Denon Marantz Polk Audio Definitive Technology Classé Boston Acoustics This move expands Harman’s premium audio footprint alongside its existing brands such as JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG, and signals Samsung’s deeper push into the high-end consumer audio market. Sources: Harman press release — Harman: Masimo to sell consumer audio business to HARMAN International Where to buy If you want to browse products from these brands on Amazon, use these search links (affiliate tag included): Bowers & Wilkins on Amazon Denon on Amazon Marantz on Amazon Polk Audio on…

Proton Mail 7.0 — Mobile apps fully redesigned for iOS & Android Proton has rolled out a comprehensive revamp of its Mail apps for iPhone and Android. The iOS release (version 7.0) is a complete redesign — rebuilt for speed, a modern UI, and mobile-first workflows — while Android received a similar overhaul. What’s new New modern UI & conversation view — cleaner inbox and easier thread management. Dark & light themes — system-aware themes and improved readability. Offline support & faster performance — improved responsiveness and the ability to read/compose offline. Mobile-first design — features and layout optimized for iPhone and Android devices. Privacy & security — Proton maintains end-to-end encryption and privacy-focused defaults. Official announcement: Proton blog — New iOS app iOS App Store: Proton Mail on the…

Proton Mail's Redesigned Mobile Apps: Faster, Private, Offline Proton has rolled out rebuilt iOS and Android apps for Proton Mail, redesigned from the ground up to deliver a "cleaner, faster and more private" experience. The update started rolling out in the App Store and Google Play Store in 2025. Key improvements Performance: Scrolling, archiving and replying are ~2× faster. Offline mode: Read, compose and organize messages without an internet connection. Redesigned UI: Simpler navigation and easier-to-reach controls (e.g., composer button). Shared codebase: iOS and Android apps now share roughly 80% of their code, enabling faster, near-simultaneous updates. Why this matters Proton says rebuilding the apps without the constraints of data-driven monetization allowed them to focus on privacy and performance. Product lead Anant Vijay Singh credited community feedback and Proton's business…