FastestVPN review: A good choice for VPN newbies

At a GlanceExpert's Rating Pros Great pricing with lifetime license option Impressive speeds Added features since last time Cons Fewer servers than some rivals Our Verdict FastestVPN packs impressive VPN performance, but that’s only one facet of what makes it worth a look. It’s also relatively cheap compared to many rivals, and has seen a…

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How to recover deleted text messages on your iPhone

Text messages have a reputation for being informal and inconsequential, but you might have really critical information in there. So, if you’ve deleted some texts to clear up space on your iPhone and accidentally got rid of one that’s important, or wiped your iPhone and discovered your messages were no longer there when you recovered…

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New iPhone SE 4 dummy models hint at design & color updates

Leaked images of the next iPhone SE provide an early glimpse at its updated design and reveal new details about the budget-friendly device, including some color options. Apple's budget-friendly iPhone SE lineup has always been about offering great performance at an affordable price. Now, rumors suggest the fourth-generation model will pack even more premium features,…

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The best alternatives to TikTok

As the clock winds down toward TikTok's potential ban, we've compiled a list of the most realistic alternative short-form platforms for both creators and viewers. It's 2025 and TikTok's fate in the United States is still undecided. The Biden administration had told the company in April 2024 that it would need to divest its ownership…

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Game Porting Toolkit 2 exits beta to help developers move to macOS

An example of gaming on a Mac - Image Credit: Apple Game Porting Toolkit 2, the latest version of Apple's tool to help bring more Windows games to Mac, is finally out of beta. The second generation Game Porting Toolkit was introduced at WWDC 2024, bringing with it enhanced tools to support game developers. Seven…

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Docker flagged as malware in macOS over file signing snafu

Docker - Image Credit: Docker Developers using the virtualization software Docker have been plagued by an issue for a week, with users complaining that macOS is wrongly detecting it as malware. Apple's security systems in macOS are designed to protect the user and their data from a massive amount of online attacks in normal use.…

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Insta360 announces new DockKit-enabled gimbal

Insta360 Flow 2 Pro Gimbal Insta360 has developed a gimbal designed specifically for iPhone users, featuring Apple DockKit integration and AI-powered tracking capabilities. One of the most frustrating parts about smartphone gimbals is that they often require you to shoot through a third-party app, many of which aren't designed well. Insta360 has solved this problem…

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Apple Card servicing may get taken over by Barclays, Synchrony

Just a day after the Goldman Sachs CEO said that his company's deal to service Apple Card customers may end early, two banks are said to be in active discussions to take over. Barclays and Synchrony Financial are the latest names tied to discussions about taking over Apple Card. A report published late on Wednesday…

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