1+ week, 4+ day ago (484+ words) Pay 256GB prices, get 512GB of storage Samsung just beat Amazon at its own game by smashing the previous best-ever price for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 " and it'll give you double the storage for no extra cost. That means you can get a 512GB Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for $1,399.99 at Samsung.com " down from $2,199.99. The previous best price we've seen for the Z Fold 7 was at Amazon, where the 256GB model was $1,584.99 " the retail giant currently sells the foldable for $1,599.99. This Samsung deal utterly demolishes that previous best discount, and everything else out there, so this is one you don't want to miss. If you have an old phone to trade in, you could snag additional cost savings of up to $1,000 " though only expect the max amount if you have something like a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra going spare. Just note that we've found…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (561+ words) Twitch is complying with the UK's Online Safety Act, but many users aren't happy Twitch has just begun rolling out mandatory age verification for users in the UK. This marks one of the platform's biggest compliance changes to date. Viewers trying to watch mature or 18+ content, which includes categories such as sexual themes and intoxication, will need to complete a face scan. They will only be able to keep watching once they're confirmed to be 18 or above. The new policy is being introduced as a way to comply with the UK Online Safety Act, which requires a host of websites to perform mandatory age verification checks to grant access to content deemed "harmful" for minors. Similar enforcements have previously sparked a rise in downloads for some of the best VPN services, with many privacy-conscious users turning to these tools to…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago (447+ words) Amazon's shift to the Vega OS broke native VPN support on new devices, but NordVPN has already rolled out a fix With Black Friday sales well underway, many shoppers are scouring the web for gifts or treating themselves to hardware upgrades. The new Amazon Fire TV Stick is likely finding its way into countless shopping baskets. However, buyers should be aware that the new operating system, Vega OS, has made waves in the cybersecurity community because it is not natively compatible with most VPN apps. This incompatibility presents a significant hurdle. Users who rely on a VPN to tune into content from back home while traveling, or those who simply want to keep their viewing habits private, may find themselves without protection or access on the new devices. The good news is that developers are moving quickly, and Black Friday…...

4+ day, 41+ min ago (431+ words) Looking for discounts? There's no need to wait at Verizon today The annual Verizon Black Friday deals are already live today, with excellent options across the board - including iPhone 17, Galaxy S25, Google Pixel, and even internet packages. Looking to upgrade? Well, I've rounded up all today's best discounts just below. The carrier's seasonal promotions have actually been ongoing for a few weeks now, but Verizon has just added a brand new batch of exceptional promotions. Highlights include the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy S25 Ultra, or Pixel 10 Pro XL for free alongside a new unlimited line without a trade-in and the option to bundle in free accessories, too. As someone who covers Verizon deals all year round, these are definitely some of the best promotions I've seen in 2025, with more generous terms than what's usually required. With that said, as always, Verizon's Black…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (183+ words) Build websites for less with Hostinger's powerful new tools There is no better time than Black Friday to start building. your own website with up to 85% off thanks to Hostingers Black Friday deals. Available across a range of its tools and plans, Hostinger is there for novice website builders and eCommerce entrepreneurs, all the way up to seasoned developers. Hostinger will help you build your website, whatever its purpose, from the ground up without causing a headache thanks to its intuitive interface and unique tools, offering a helping hand on your creation journey. Now discounted in its Black Friday sale, there's no better time to take the plunge and try Hostinger's array of tools, from Wordpress Hosting to its Website Builder. Alice is eCommerce Editor at Future with a focus on streaming services, such as Disney Plus and HBO Max,…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (548+ words) Proton VPN just added 800 more exit nodes globally The VPN market is fiercely competitive, especially during the Black Friday VPN deals season when providers slash prices to attract new users. But in a refreshing turn, Proton has offered a transparent look into its business model, confirming that users" subscription fees are directly reinvested into improving the very service they pay for. The revelation comes as the company launches its Proton VPN Black Friday deal a whole month early, suggesting a strategic push to fund its next wave of expansion. The connection was made clear in a recent post on X by Proton VPN's General Manager, David Peterson. In the post, he stated, "For those of you keeping track " yes, we did just immediately reinvest the first round of Black Friday sale proceeds into powering up another 800 global exit nodes." This…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (731+ words) Looking for the best VPN and antivirus bundles? These are the deals you won't want to miss It's Black Friday time once again, and while you might be looking at deals on that new TV you've always wanted, VPN providers are getting in on the action, too. Some of the best VPNs on the market have already released massive sales, making it a great time to pick up a VPN for the first time or shop around for something new. VPNs encrypt your internet connection and protect against anyone trying to snoop on your online activities, whether that's your ISP or bad actors lurking on unsecured public Wi-Fi. However, the best VPNs go further and offer extra features: everything from password managers to built-in antivirus solutions. Surfshark plans pack a lot of value into bargain prices. The One and One…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (388+ words) Get 50% off with 50 free migrations this sale season For Black Friday, we've seen some of the best web hosting platforms go on sale, and the latest to join this list is Cloudways - with a 50% discount for 3 months as well as 50 free migrations. Cloudways offers a user-friendly interface with easy management through an intuitive control panel - earning 4 stars out of 5 in our full review (which you can read here). Cloudways gives you the flexibility to host WordPress, Laravel, Magento, or PHP apps - with unlimited apps per server, and fully managed with control. There are four plans on sale, ranging in size from Micro to Large - although each plan comes with unlimited visits and unlimited websites - so you can build your vision for less. Each plan comes with NVMe storage, so your sites will be equipped to handle as much traffic as…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (1927+ words) The TP-Link M8550 5G mobile hotspot is in the mid-range of these highly portable networks, and with a touchscreen interface, a range of connections and robust signal strength, it's a great option with some added extras that highlight just how exceptionally well-priced this device is. An additional mobile contract is required Costs more than tethering to a phone The TP-Link M8550 offers a way for you to connect through a cellular network to the internet wherever you are without tethering to your mobile phone. It's one of a growing number of mobile routers that feature Wi-Fi 6E to connect to wireless devices such as your laptop and utilise the same 5G mobile network as your mobile phone. For many workers, this is an ideal solution, as it not only stops your mobile phone from running out of battery partway through the day when using it…...

4+ day, 5+ hour ago (582+ words) Cybercriminals love Black Friday as much as shoppers do, but you can now stay safe for less With the Black Friday sales season in full swing, it is easy to get caught up in the excitement of flash sales and limited-time savings. Yet, while you are scouring the web for the best Black Friday VPN deal or the perfect laptop offer, you aren't the only one active online. Bad actors and cybercriminals ramp up their efforts this time of year, looking to exploit the sheer volume of people inputting credit card details and shopping online. One of the most common methods used to target shoppers is malware. You might receive spam emails advertising bogus Black Friday deals that lead directly to malware-infected sites, or you could be directed there through malicious advertisements on search engines and social media platforms. Because…...