Tag: computing

Fake X-VPN installers found to spread credential-stealing malware — here’s how to stay safe

Fake X-VPN installer found to deploy credential-stealing malware X-VPN was not hacked; only those downloading the fake app were affected First targeting crypto traders, criminals widened to privacy-minded users A new report has uncovered an uncomfortable truth for anyone who downloads software from somewhere other than the official source: a…

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I‘ve had some awesome mobile mice in my time, but I can’t wait to travel with the Logitech Mobi Fold

Logitech unveils a brand new folding mouse The Mobil Fold is small and durable It promises more than a month of battery life I’ve had all manner of computer mice over the years, but by far my favorite is a travel mouse. They come in so many different shapes, sizes,…

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7 laptops I’d recommend to buy your Dad for Father’s Day — MacBooks, cheap ChromeBooks, and gaming laptops

What do you get the Dad who has everything for Father’s Day? Well, replacing an aging laptop is certainly an option. And, if you’re looking to treat your father, then there are actually plenty of options to consider ahead of Father’s Day this year. I’ve been scanning the top retailers…

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How much data does your favorite messaging app collect? New study shows 90% of messaging apps now include AI that puts privacy at risk

Nine out of the top 10 messaging apps offer end-to-end encryption, but 90% now feature AI tools that could expose your private data. Signal ranks as the most private messaging app, utilizing quantum-secure cryptography and collecting only your phone number. Meta’s Messenger and LINE rank among the worst offenders for…

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Best peripherals of Computex 2026: top new keyboards and mice you need to know about

Computex live Q&A Have a question about the world’s biggest computing event? Let us know by commenting in our Computex 2026 live Q&A and we’ll put them to the team covering the show. Computex 2026 has seen an influx of manufacturers now establishing an 8,000Hz polling rate and TMR (Hall…

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Microsoft’s Surface RTX Spark Dev Box will handle tougher AI workloads

Microsoft is making a Surface AI dev desktop for people who don't want a laptop. Source

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