Summary Over the last few years, a small team has been working on NymVPN, a so-called mixnet which the company claims could solve many of the issues with VPNs. I interviewed members of the team and also tried NymVPN out to see how it performed. What Is NymVPN? NymVPNis two things: on the one hand it’s Nym, a decentralized network that can reroute traffic around the world or anywhere there’s a node....

Microsoft is making big changes to how third-party antivirus works under the hood as part of a “Windows Resiliency Initiative.” It could impact everything from how the anti-cheat in your favorite game works to how the security of enterprise cloud servers are set up. Restricting Anti-Virus Access to the Windows Kernel As it stands today, third-party antivirus applications run “kernel-level,” which means they have complete and total access to the most basic functions of the operating system....

Quick Links Nintendo may not always put out the most powerful hardware or bleeding-edge games, but when it comes to innovation, the Japanese company has walked the line from bizarre diversions to revolutionary advances. The following experiments have taken the company from the dawn of gaming in the 1980s to the current day. 1Clamshell Portables Nintendo’s first-ever hardware (apart from theJapan-only Color TV-Game) was a series of small LCD gadgets called Game & Watch....

Nomad Goods has refreshed the Stand One Max, its 3-in-1 wireless charger, with Qi2 compatibility and Night Stand for Apple Watch while dropping MagSafe support. Unveiled on August 22, the sleek multi-device accessory weighs in at 1.9 pounds and features glass overlays. Aside from Qi2, the third-generation version improves upon its predecessor with support forApple’s Nightstand Modewhen charging an Apple Watch. Nomad moved the Apple Watch charging disk lower to enable charging in the landscape orientation (which invokes Nightstand Mode)....

Summary OnePlus has long tried to have its cake and eat it too, and theOnePlus 12is no different. It tries to match other premium-speced phones while remaining more affordable than competitors. Affordable is relative here, but the $799 entry model is equipped with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, making it a great choice for mobile enthusiasts looking for a deal. OnePlus 12 The OnePlus 12 is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3....

Quick Links Intel’sArc lineup of graphics cardsis now for sale, and they’re Intel’s first commercial dedicated graphics cards. But did you know that it’s not actually the first time Intel toyed with GPUs? Here’s what happened with Project Larrabee, Intel’s first attempt at making a GPU. How Did Project Larrabee Work? Although Intel’s goal was to produce a GPU, the approach it took was way different from a regularGPU. The company announced the ins and outs of Project Larrabee in 2008, during SIGGRAPH, and the company intended to do things differently than NVIDIA and AMD/ATI....

Summary TheSamsung 9100 PRO NVMe SSDis the fastest SSD on the market, beating out even enterprise-grade hardware. With up to 14.6GB/s transfer speeds, who is this SSD really even for? The answer may surprise you. Samsung 9100 PRO The Samsung 9100 PRO NVMe SSD offers read speeds of up to 14.7GB/s and write speeds of up to 13.4GB/s, and it hits the mark. As the fastest SSD available as of March 2025, the 9100 PRO is made with professionals in mind....

We’re all familiar with Samsung’sThe Frame, a smart TV disguised as a piece of fine art. Now, Samsung is preparing to launch the Music Frame, an old-fashioned photo frame with an integrated Atmos speaker array. The Music Frame holdsrealphotographs. It isn’t a digital photo frame, although it has a built-in IoT hub for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and SmartThings connectivity. You can use the Music Frame as a standalone wireless speaker, but it can also pair with Samsung TVs or soundbars for an expanded home theater experience....

When you update your iPhone to the next big version, it comes with fancy new software features. If you want these earlier, there are ways—but is it worth it? One way is to grab Apple’s developer beta. Though this can be great to experience the next wave of features, I don’t recommend using these betas on your primary iPhone. Let me explain what developer betas are, how to access them, and why using a secondary device is best....

Summary If you urgently need a laptop for college or work, it’s tempting to scour the bargain bins at Walmart or scroll through the cheapest options on Amazon. However, these devices often compromise on key features, making them a poor long-term investment. The Many Problems With Cheap Laptops Generally speaking, there’s a direct correlation between the price and what you get with laptops. The market is very competitive, especially as you move down in price....

Quick Links If you’re shopping with the intent to expand a friend’s stable of smart home devices or bring a relative’s home into the 21st century, you can’t beat these gifts. A Word on Gifting Smart Home Products Most of our gift guides don’t require a lengthy introduction, but smart home products are slightly different from other tech products likeBluetooth speakersorpair of touchscreen gloves. First, you must consider how the recipient will use the devices....

Single-board computers (SBCs) present a great way for tinkerers and hobbyists to make their projects a reality without spending a lot of cash or dealing with multiple computing components. They offer everything you might need on one tiny board. Raspberry Pi 5 What to Look for When Choosing Your Next Single Board Computer in 2025 The most important part of this equation is the project you need an SBC for. You’ve got to write down your needs and specs, such as the performance level you’re after and the amount of memory you think you’ll need, whether you need aGPIO (general purpose input output)or not, the speed and type of networking you’ll use, whether you want something that can hostNVMe SSDs, to decide between the type of OS you plan on using, and more....

A newly redesigned luxury sedan is making waves in 2025, aiming to shake up a segment dominated by long-standing rivals. With sharp styling, upgraded tech, and refined performance, it’s positioned to make a serious impact. This all-new model blends athletic driving dynamics with premium comfort and cutting-edge features, targeting drivers who want excitement without sacrificing daily usability. Early impressions suggest it’s more than ready to challenge the segment leaders. From its upscale interior to its powerful engine options, everything about this sedan signals a bold new chapter for its brand....