1+ mon, 3+ week ago (453+ words) Apple's slim new iPhone is the weak link While Apple hasn't revealed how well the iPhone 17 series is selling, it seems that, broadly speaking, it's a hit, which is perhaps no surprise given that the company has freshened up the design and introduced a whole new model in the form of the iPhone Air. But in fact, it's the iPhone Air that's seemingly the weak link in this year's lineup, according to analysts at Morgan Stanley (via MacRumors). The firm claims that current demand for the iPhone 17 series as a whole has been "modestly stronger than we originally expected," based on a combination of information gathered from Apple's supply chain and the shipping date estimates on Apple's online store. However, while the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max are seemingly in high demand, there's apparently "relative weakness" in demand…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago (415+ words) Key Verifier has landed Google Messages has had quite the overhaul over the past couple of months, and now the company is doubling down on its safety measures with two new protection upgrades. The features include the new Key Verifier tool and scam link alerts, and both are live now. Scam alerts will appear for all Google Messages users; however, Key Verifier is only available to those on Android 10 and above, with plans to roll out more protections built on the new function. In its official announcement, Google addressed the growing risks of fraud and online scams, sparking the company's tighter security measures, sharing the following: "Nearly 60% of people globally have experienced a scam in the last year. Yet while increased connectivity has certainly fueled this rise in scams, the bigger shift is this: widespread access to cutting-edge technology is…...

8+ mon, 6+ day ago (593+ words) Zac has been in the tech writing game for six years, having previously written for Gizmodo Australia, Canstar Blue, and The Daily Mail Australia (with articles on Nine, Junkee, Kotaku Australia and Lifehacker Australia). He's a huge nerd with a deep passion for technology. While his main focus at TechRadar Australia is phones, monitors and peripherals, he also has a deep interest in the growing Australian EV landscape. Outside of Techradar, Zac's a Headspace (a youth mental health organization) volunteer and an avid gamer." Whenever you're at a computer or browsing the internet, you should be aware of the dangers lurking online that may compromise your device. Scammers, cybercriminals and viruses are ever prevalent in this digital age, and the risks of a dodgy file being downloaded onto your computer or a malicious website posing as a legitimate one have…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago (767+ words) This review first appeared in issue 352 of PC Pro. The AT-AR4050S-5G from Allied Telesis targets SMBs and remote offices seeking a single solution that combines tough network perimeter security with total WAN redundancy. This desktop firewall appliance sports dual 5G SIM slots and offers WAN failover services for businesses that cannot tolerate any internet downtime. You can add two 5G SIMs, which are automatically configured as primary and backup mobile network connections, and the appliance supports cards from different carriers. You can also use one of the appliance's wired WAN ports as the primary internet link and back it up with a 5G connection. The appliance teams up its dual gigabit WAN ports with an eight-port gigabit network switch for LAN systems. It has plenty of power on tap, with its quad-core 1.5GHz CPU claiming a maximum raw firewall throughput of 1.9Gbits/sec, dropping to…...

7+ mon, 4+ week ago (539+ words) Efosa has been writing about technology for over 7 years, initially driven by curiosity but now fueled by a strong passion for the field. He holds both a Master's and a PhD in sciences, which provided him with a solid foundation in analytical thinking. Efosa developed a keen interest in technology policy, specifically exploring the intersection of privacy, security, and politics. His research delves into how technological advancements influence regulatory frameworks and societal norms, particularly concerning data protection and cybersecurity. Upon joining TechRadar Pro, in addition to privacy and technology policy, he is also focused on B2B security products....

1+ mon, 1+ week ago (502+ words) Cybercriminals are transforming brand familiarity into a weapon of deception The authority and familiarity of a major brand like Microsoft often offers users a sense of assurance - but new research has warned this is not always the case. Findings from the Cofense Phishing Defense Center claim this trust can be exploited, as seen in a recent campaign it spotted where criminals manipulated Microsoft branding to deceive victims. What appears to be a legitimate support process often becomes a gateway to financial and data compromise, bypassing conventional cybersecurity defenses. Cofense outlines how the scam begins with an email that appears to come from a legitimate business, such as a car rental company, claiming that a reimbursement is awaiting confirmation. This "payment lure" is designed to appeal to human curiosity and the expectation of financial benefit. When the recipient clicks to verify…...

6+ mon, 1+ week ago (457+ words) Sead is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He writes about IT (cloud, IoT, 5G, VPN) and cybersecurity (ransomware, data breaches, laws and regulations). In his career, spanning more than a decade, he's written for numerous media outlets, including Al Jazeera Balkans. He's also held several modules on content writing for Represent Communications. Researchers found a new non-password-protected databaseThe database contained hundreds of millions of recordsAmong the records were login credentials for Facebook, Apple, and moreLogin credentials for Microsoft, Facebook, Snapchat, and many other services, were recently found in a public, non-password-protected database, available for anyone who knew where to look.The database was discovered by Jeremiah Fowler, a security researcher known for hunting large, open databases.According to Fowler, the database contained more than 184 million unique logins and passwords: emails, usernames, passwords, and URL login links,…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago (401+ words) GL.iNet's Flint 3 is available to pre-order now at a bargain price The GL.iNet Flint 3 (GL-BE9300) may be the cheapest Wi-Fi 7 BE9300 router currently available, and with four 2.5GbE LAN ports plus VPN support, it could be a no-brainer for buyers looking to take advantage of Wi-Fi 7 speeds on a budget. The tri-band router, designed for home users and small offices, is available for pre-order now. Super early bird buyers had the chance to grab it for just $119, but that tier quickly sold out. Early bird pricing is set at $139, while the standard pre-order price is $159. The MSRP is listed at $229.90, with orders expected to ship in mid-July 2025. The Flint 3 builds on GL.iNet's more compact, travel-oriented Slate 7, which the company launched a few months ago priced from $120. The Flint 3 is powered by a 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm processor, probably the IPQ5332, and paired…...

10+ mon, 1+ week ago (600+ words) This review first appeared in issue 357 of PC Pro. 3CX is the place to go for the best IP PBX services, as its phone system software offers an unbeatable range of call-handling features. Not content to rest on its laurels, 3CX has been working hard on development and the version 20 on review represents the most significant update we've seen for many years. Security takes center stage here, with 3CX hardening its systems against cyberattacks by using a zero trust model across the board for much stricter access control policies. Only allowing the native 3CX softphone app to be deployed from the Microsoft store adds extra security, and it lets 3CX update it as required without having to tinker with the main Phone System build. One of the biggest changes is with the admin console. Previously, there was a separate management interface, but this has been…...

2+ mon, 6+ day ago (549+ words) ExpressVPN continues improving the user experience on Apple devices ExpressVPN continues its push toward making the app more accessible to users with Apple devices. This time, iPad and Mac owners have something to be happy about. The iPad app now has a new design made specifically for the tablet, with a smoother, quicker user experience. Macs also got a subtle, but important change. ExpressVPN can now be found and downloaded in the App Store, which is where many of us go when searching for one of the best VPNs. If you want to stay safe while using an iPad, using a virtual private network (VPN) goes a long way toward protecting your privacy and avoiding various risks. Up until now, iPad users could use the ExpressVPN app just fine, but the company gave the whole experience a major overhaul in…...