Ransomware gang wants Apple to 'buy back' stolen blueprints [updated] By Paul Wagenseil The REvil ransomware group wants Apple to 'buy back' blueprints stolen from a Taiwanese company that manufactures third-party hardware.
Google Chrome just patched urgent security flaws — what to do right now By Paul Wagenseil Google updated Chrome for the fourth time in three weeks to fix seven serious security flaws, and other Chromium-based browsers are sure to follow suit.
The best WhatsApp alternatives for 2021 By Tom Pritchard It doesn't matter why you're leaving, these are still the best WhatsApp alternatives you can download right now.
The best VPN service in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Whether you need extra streaming content or want to up your privacy game, the best VPN is the perfect starting point. Here are our top picks.
Samsung's SmartTags trackers just got a big upgrade to fight Apple AirTags By Tom Pritchard Samsung is making sure no one will be able to use a SmartTag tracking device to track another person's location.
Best smart smoke detectors in 2021 By Mike Prospero Smart smoke detectors are connected to the internet and relay alerts to your smartphone, or automatically turn on the lights. Here are the best.
The best password managers in 2021 By Paul Wagenseil The best password managers we've tested save you time while helping you stay safe online.
The best identity theft protection services in 2021 By Paul Wagenseil We used and tested the five most popular identity theft protection services over a three-month process. Here are the services that protect you best.
The best Windows 10 antivirus software in 2021 By Paul Wagenseil To keep your PC properly protected against malware, phishing and other online dangers, you'll need one of the best Windows 10 antivirus programs.
The best internet security suites in 2021 By Paul Wagenseil Here are the best internet security suites to protect all your devices
The best Mac antivirus software in 2021 By Paul Wagenseil Bitdefender makes the best Mac antivirus software, but Kaspersky and Norton aren't far behind.
The best antivirus software 2021: Free antivirus and paid options tested By Paul Wagenseil Here's the best paid and free antivirus software available, based on each program's malware detection, impact on system performance and extra features.
The best UK VPN in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Using a UK VPN can get you access to exclusive TV, films and sport wherever you are, as well as keeping you safe and secure online.
iPhone kids' app reportedly hosted crypto-casino By Luke Wilson A cute kids' game in the App Store became an online casino if you used a VPN to change your geographic location, a longtime Apple critic says.
The best router VPN 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN While they can be tricky to set up, a router VPN is the only way to protect certain devices. Here are the best options available today.
TikTok VPN: How a VPN could evade TikTok bans and which services to use By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN While the US ban of TikTok has been paused, users in India and now Pakistan have been denied access. Can a TikTok VPN help?
The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Whether you're in or out of the States, a US VPN is a super useful bit of kit for privacy and streaming. Here are the best five.
The best mobile VPN apps in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Almost ever provider has a mobile VPN app, but it's tricky to know which is worth the investment. Here are the very best available.
WhatsApp tracking site spies on users — and blames Facebook By Shabana Arif A site that tracks WhatsApp users' activity for the purpose of catching cheating partners says Facebook is to blame for letting it operate.
Best Windows 10 VPN in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Whether you want privacy, extra streaming content or just want to dodge ads, a Windows VPN is the perfect tool.
Best VPN deals in April 2021 By Louis Ramirez VPN Come and get 'em while they're hot! All these VPN deals offer excellent value for money, and will keep you safe and secure online.
Can using a VPN when gaming lower ping? By Richard Sutherland vpn A VPN could help you fix your high ping problems in online games.
WhatsApp Pink is a virus, not an app makeover — what to do if you get a link By Shabana Arif Another WhatsApp scam is doing the rounds, and this one might just sucker you in.
Data leaks aren't 'breaches' — but they're still screwing over users By Melanie Ensign Facebook, LinkedIn and Clubhouse deny blame for recent data leaks because of how the data got out. They should never be trusted again, writes our guest commenter.
NordVPN's 68%-off deal will soon be gone – grab it while you can By Mo Harber-Lamond vpn If you want to save 68% on the world's most famous VPN, your time is limited – this NordVPN deal is coming to an end.
Windows 10 update causing blue screens of death — what to do By Alex Wawro What to do if you're encountering performance problems, boot loops and the dreaded BSOD after the latest Windows update.
The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2021 By Paul Wagenseil Are you sure your kids are safe on their phones? Here are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities.
The best gaming VPN in 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN High-bandwidth users like gamers risk having their connections throttled, but using a gaming VPN is a quick and easy fix.
Can you get a free gaming VPN? By Alexis James vpn VPNs not only avoid throttling and secure your connection, they can also give you access to previously unavailable games and updates.
Google Chrome just got a big upgrade that will speed up your browsing By Paul Wagenseil Google pushed out an update to Chrome that adds some long-desired features, just a day after an emergency update patched two outstanding security flaws.
