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• Rokid Glasses are launching internationally
• They’re set to cost $599 (around £355 / AU$920) and launch in November
• These are cheaper, but arriving later than Meta's rumored smart glasses with a display

We’re just a couple of weeks out from Meta Connect, where we’ll likely see the company’s first Ray-Ban smart glasses with a display, but a rival has beaten them to the punch with a pair of specs that look to go toe-to-toe with what Meta’s offering.

That’s because we just had the international launch event for the Rokid Glasses, which are up now on Kickstarter if you want to score a pair with a limited-time discount (ranging from 20 to 15% depending on which early bird deal you can snag).

At a glance, they share a lot of similarities with Meta’s existing smart specs – we’re talking a 12MP camera, open-ear speakers, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon AR1 chipset. You’ll also get an onboard AI assistant, which is “ChatGPT 5 empowered,” if you have an internet connection.

These Rokid glasses take things up a notch, however, as they also boast a pair of Micro LED waveguide displays that serve as a heads-up display for directions, real-time translation, and as a prompter.

(Image credit: Rokid)

Another feature teased by promotional imagery is that the glasses can – just like Meta’s smart specs – identify things you can see when requested. Still, with the display, they’ll also highlight what they’ve identified. This would be very handy for making sure there’s no confusion between what you wanted to know more about and what the glasses are informing you on.

These screens look to appear conveniently in your vision – but a little out of the way to not be too distracting – though they’re not full-color. You can only see green text and shapes.

Regardless, it certainly seems like Rokid’s specs could be a real winner if they can live up to the hype. Especially because – even before any early-bird discounts – they’re set to cost $599 (around £355 / AU$920).

That’s considerably less than the $800 (£590 / AU$1,230) Meta’s specs are rumored to cost.

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I wouldn’t count Meta out yet, however, as in the smart glasses race, they have a proven track record with some very stylish (yet functional) specs with both its Ray-Ban and more recently its Oakley collaborations.

What’s more, rumors suggest Meta’s glasses will boast a full-color display – though it’ll only be visible to a single eye. This, however, would make it a more versatile screen.

As for the price difference, when you factor in that Meta’s specs always come with a charging case (so presumably its new model would too) then it’s only set to be about $100 pricier, as Rokid’s glasses with a charging case will set you back $698 (around £395 / AU$1,075).

It’s also likely Meta’s specs will actually arrive sooner, as Connect is in September and the tech typically launches within a month after. The Rokid Glasses aren’t being shipped from Kickstarter until November.

(Image credit: Oakley / Meta)

While this launch doesn’t expose a clear winner or loser between Rokid and Meta, it does highlight that the smart glasses game isn’t set to be a one-horse race – certainly not to the degree that VR has felt the past few years.

We’ll have to wait and see what Meta debuts at Meta Connect, and as always, we’ll have to test both glasses out before issuing our final verdict – but Rokid’s specs look impressive, and if it can stick the landing, Meta (and anyone looking to buy a pair of smart specs) will want to pay attention.

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• 49-inch UltraWide monitor appears on LG’s Singapore English website
• Connectivity includes USB-C charging but Thunderbolt support is surprisingly absent
• 32:9 curved Nano IPS panel offers 5120x1440 resolution single screen alternative

LG has quietly listed a new 49-inch UltraWide monitor on its Singapore English website ahead of a potential worldwide release.

The new 49U950A-W monitor combines a 32:9 curved Nano IPS panel with a 5120x1440 resolution, and is designed as a single screen alternative to dual setups.

The display supports a maximum refresh rate of 144Hz, making it ideal creative work, and comes with two HDMI 2.0 ports, DisplayPort 1.4, a USB hub, and a USB-C input with support for 90W power delivery. The USB-C connection allows display output, charging, and data transfer

No Thunderbolt ports

There’s no Thunderbolt port on this monitor though, limiting bandwidth and daisy chaining options, which is particularly disappointing, given LG’s 40-inch UltraFine monitor, released in June 2025, came with Thunderbolt 5 support.

The new screen includes adaptive sync support with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-SYNC compatibility. Response times are rated at 5ms gray-to-gray, with an additional motion blur reduction option.

Color reproduction reaches 98 percent of the DCI-P3 spectrum. Factory calibration is provided, brightness is listed at 400 nits, and VESA DisplayHDR 400 compliance offers modest high dynamic range capability.

While it is not aimed at the top end of HDR performance, it does provide improved contrast and highlights compared with standard panels.

The monitor incorporates tilt, height, and swivel adjustments, and supports a 100x100mm VESA mount.

A light sensor enables automatic brightness control, while TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light should help ease eye strain during extended use.

The display includes picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture layouts, a software-based dual controller feature, and app-driven screen splitting.

There are built-in 10W stereo speakers with extended bass too.

The new 49U950A-W is priced at S$2,299 (Singapore dollars) approximately US$1,790, but there’s no word on when it will go on sale globally.

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• AirPods Max 2 not expected until at least 2027
• AirPods Pro 3 predicted again for late 2025
• AirPods Max reportedly don't sell enough to justify investment

If you're hoping for an AirPods Max 2 announcement at the big Apple event on September 9th 2025, prepare to be disappointed: the next generation of Apple's over-ears isn't expected to arrive until at least 2027.

That's an eternity in tech terms: the original AirPods Max launched in 2020. But it seems that Apple is stuck between a rock and a hard place.

According to Bloomberg, the problem is simple: AirPods Max are "too popular for Apple to stop selling them, and not popular enough for the company to invest a ton of time and money into creating a new version" – after all, there's the AirPods Pro 3 to work on instead.

What are Apple's AirPods Max 2 and AirPods Pro 3 plans?

As ever with unannounced Apple products we're dealing with leaks, rumors and predictions here. But it looks like AirPods Pro 3 are coming soon and AirPods Max 2 are coming later than hoped.

Bloomberg says that the AirPods Pro 3 are due to launch before the end of 2025 – let's hope we hear about them at the iPhone 17 event – with similar heart rate monitoring to the Powerbeats Pro 2.

As for the current AirPods Max, their most recent update was a damp squib: they got USB-C to comply with EU legislation, and that was as far as new hardware features went – though this did enable lossless wired audio support, and we think it works pretty great, actually.

The hoped-for H2 chip upgrade, which would have put them on a par with AirPods Pro 2, didn't feature. AirPods Max, unlike many premium headphones, still don't do wireless lossless audio, and having an older chip means they're missing many of the features of AirPods Pro 2.

After five years of daily wear, my OG AirPods Max are prime candidates for replacement: the headband's getting baggy, the tight fit – I have a huge head – is mildly annoying now, having to find a Lightning cable or adapter when everything else in my life is USB-C is a pain.

But I'm not interested in paying a premium price for tech that's half a decade old now, especially when the best headphones from other firms are improving significantly with each new release. I wonder how many other AirPods Max owners are likely to switch to rival brands before the second generation arrives…

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• Leica M11-V could be the most affordable M series model yet
• New leak claims it will have 64GB of internal storage and 60MP full-frame sensor
• Electronic viewfinder set to replace iconic rangefinder

A new leak may have revealed the interesting features we can expect from the upcoming Leica M11-V – and has also seemingly confirmed that it will be the legendary manufacturer’s first M series model to come without the iconic rangefinder component.

Leica Rumors has posted what appears to be a marketing information page about the rumored camera which, if genuine, supports previous claims that the M11-V would be replacing a rangefinder with an electronic viewfinder.

This is likely to be a controversial decision among Leica aficionados – potentially the camera world’s most vocal, dedicated and opinionated fanbase. After all, the “Messsucher” (the German word for a combined rangefinder and viewfinder) is what gives the M series its name.

I’ve already written an op-ed pre-emptively opining the rangefinder’s loss, but looking at this recent leak has left me much happier about the M11-V launch – because it looks set to be Leica’s most affordable M series model yet.

A view to a cheaper M series?

The current Leica M11, part of a legendary series of digital cameras that utilizes a rangefinder for composing shots and manual focusing. (Image credit: Leica)

The rangefinder mechanism is the most expensive component on a Leica M camera, so replacing it with an electronic viewfinder will greatly reduce production costs.

Add in the fact that the leak says the camera will offer just 64GB of built-in memory (the existing Leica M11-P, by comparison, has 256GB storage), and it seems that we’re looking at an 'entry-level' Leica M. I put the term in quotation marks because I believe it’ll still be a premium camera, just like any camera with the red dot logo – but I still think it’ll be affordable by Leica M standards.

The leak says the Leica M11-V’s EVF will be 5.7MP in resolution and 0.5-inches in size, with a 0.76x magnification and diopter compensation.

It also mentions a new FN button for viewfinder control (probably to select different frame sizes via digital zoom), a “puristic” design (clean lines, due to the lack of a rangefinder window), the Maestro III image processor and a 60MP full-frame BSI sensor – the same core imaging setup as the one found on the standard Leica M11, then.

The leak also states that the M11-V will be manufactured in Germany, lest fans worry about Leica outsourcing production to the Far East to save money.

The decision to drop the rangefinder on the Leica M11-V won’t be universally popular, but if it puts the M series within the range of more consumers it may ultimately prove to be a wise one.

Of course, many will claim that it isn’t a real M series camera without that rangefinder, but I’m looking forward to finding out for myself how this camera feels to use.

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• The State of Nevada says it suffered "network security incident"
• While not officially described as a cyberattack, it certainly resembles a ransomware attack
• There is no evidence of stolen files yet

Offices, websites, and phone lines of the state government of Nevada were all made unavailable and taken offline following an apparent cyberattack.

The official X account of the Governor Lombardo Press Office posted an announcement saying the State of Nevada “identified a network security incident”.

At the moment this article was written, the website was still offline, displaying a single message, saying “The requested URL was rejected. Please consult with your administrator.”

Was this a ransomware attack?

“As the State continues its recovery efforts, the network security incident continues to impact the availability of certain state technology systems on the state network,” the announcement adds. “Some state websites or phone lines may be slow or briefly unavailable during recovery.”

The way the announcement is worded does not suggest this was a cyberattack, however with multiple services offline, an ongoing investigation, and the state looking to restore the services one by one, it all bears the markings of a ransomware attack.

Ransomware attacks also usually include data theft, with criminals exfiltrating sensitive files to be used as leverage in case the victim can restore their services via backups.

In this case, however, Nevada says there is currently no evidence that any personally identifiable information (PII) was compromised.

At press time, no threat actors assumed responsibility for the attack, but ransomware against US state and local governments has historically been carried out by financially motivated criminal groups rather than state-sponsored actors.

Some of the better-known ransomware gangs that have targeted US government entities include LockBit, BlackCat/ALPHV, Cl0p, Royal, and Vice Society.

According to a Reuters report, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency also issued a statement, claiming it was "actively tracking this network security incident and together with our partners, we are collaborating with the State of Nevada to offer our assistance."

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We’ve all been expecting an Apple Event in September, and the Cupertino-based technology giant has just made it official by sending out invites for a special event on September 9, with the tagline, “Awe dropping”.

There’s certainly a lot we’re expecting, and the special event will kick off at the fairly standard time for Apple events. It’ll start at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST on September 9, 2025 (3am September 10 AEST) at Apple Park, but have no fear if you didn’t score an invite. The event itself will be livestreamed, and TechRadar will be on the ground to break down all the big announcements as they happen.

Judging by the rumors and what Apple has shown off at previous September special events, we’re expecting the iPhone 17 lineup – including the all-new, super-thin iPhone 17 Air – new Apple Watches, and AirPods, as well as a tremendous amount of software.

You might recall that Apple showed off its new Liquid Glass interface and ethos for its iOS, iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS platforms, and all of those, or at least a majority, should get release dates as Apple has promised a “fall” launch (that’s a September to November timeframe).

Below, we’ll break down what the invite tells us, and a bit more about what to expect at the September 9 'Awe dropping' event.

What does the 'Awe dropping' invite tell us?

(Image credit: Future)

Now that Apple's September 9 event is official, all eyes are on the invite itself. The 'Awe-dropping' take on the Apple logo is an interesting one, seemingly turning it into a thermal imaging-like, heat-sensing view. There's a strong shade of a vibrant orange, a dark blue, as well as an aqua blue, green, and even some yellow here.

Could this be hinting at a new cooling system for the rumored iPhone 17s, or perhaps a thermal camera joining the setup? The former seems the most likely. It could also be pointing at colors for the new iPhones, which makes sense, given some rumors are suggesting a shade of orange for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, also shared a video of the invite – well, mainly of the Apple logo with a heat map of colors moving around it. You can see that below.

Get ready for an awe dropping #AppleEvent on Tuesday, September 9! pic.twitter.com/uAcYp2RLMMAugust 26, 2025

What can we expect at the event?

(Image credit: Future)

The likely star of 'Awe dropping' will be the iPhone 17 lineup. We expect four models again, but this time the iPhone 17 Air may replace the Plus alongside the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max.

With the iPhone 17 Air Apple will be looking to narrow the gap with Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge. The 17 Air is expected to be super-thin – somewhere around 5.5 millimeters – with a powerful chip inside.

It’ll be interesting to see if the standard iPhone 17 gets the same chip as the Pros – likely the A18 – or if it stands alone. A redesigned single-lens camera is rumored, and Apple will need to address battery life, especially if the 17 Air replaces the long-lasting Plus model.

For the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, we expect performance upgrades from new Apple-made silicon inside, and there could be some changes to how Camera Control works, according to recent rumors. Another new report suggests that the volume rocker and Action Button might be combined into one

Now, if you’re after the best cameras Apple has to offer, the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are still expected to offer three lenses, but in a new design. We’ve all grown accustomed to a square camera bump, but according to reports, Apple might be raising the bar in the same way that we’ve seen with the Google Pixel family. You’ll still find a wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses here, but the latter is expected to get a serious upgrade.

The iPhone 17 will likely look pretty similar to the iPhone 16, though I'm hoping Apple sticks with some vibrant colors here. As I noted in the iPhone 16 review, an upgrade to 120Hz screens for the entry-level iPhone would be a much-appreciated addition, and it’s always a possibility, judging by rumors that the iPhone 17 lineup could usher this in across the board. There’s also reporting that the selfie camera on every new iPhone will kick things into a high gear of 24 megapixels.

All of the new iPhones are expected to run iOS 26 out of the box with the new look and many new features, like major upgrades to Messages, and Apple will most certainly tout some new Apple Intelligence features here.

(Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol)

What can we expect from an Apple Watch Series 11? Well, it should stick with a similar build and look to the Series 10. Still, under the hood, the processor should be upgraded for faster performance on the device, and hopefully, more efficient running for battery life. The Series 11 should be able to track blood oxygen out of the box around the globe, and even in the United States, as Apple has reintroduced that feature to the Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2.

It will still take the reading with sensors on your wrist, but you view the results on your iPhone – a smart workaround. That health tracking capability should be here alongside heart rate, ECG, a skin temperature sensor, and sleep tracking, though recent reports also note that blood pressure monitoring might be introduced this year as well. You’ll also get Workout Buddy when tracking workouts as part of watchOS 26 and a new gesture.

As for the Apple Watch Ultra 3, we’d expect it to keep a similar look available in two colors – silver or black – and mostly the same size. Though, as we’ve seen with other Apple Watches, the design team could slim down bezels to offer an even larger display that gets considerably brighter. After all, it’s designed as an adventure, ultra-rugged Apple Watch. It also gets several new features as part of watchOS 26, and if new health features are on the horizon, it’s likely the Ultra will have feature parity with the Series 11.

(Image credit: Future)

Given that it’s been two years since AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C, and that Apple rolled out new features for those buds alongside the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max with USB-C in 2024, there’s a good chance we’ll see the AirPods Pro 3 at the September event.

These will likely offer some upgrades over the current design, but a reinvention isn’t likely needed, given the current look's popularity. Still, the charging case here could be slimmed down a bit, and it might adopt a similar LED and button structure as the AirPods 4, which would mean a switch to a capacitive button rather than a physical one.

The Powerbeats Pro 2 already feature in-ear heart rate tracking, so there is an excellent chance these arrive on the new AirPods Pro alongside a performance boost from a new processor. You may not need the heart-rate tracing functionality here if you have an Apple Watch, though.

There’s also the rumored live translation feature, which would take on the likes of Samsung’s Galaxy Buds and Google’s Pixel Buds 2 Pro. Don’t expect AirPods Pro with cameras this year, though.

Apple can only fit so much into just one event, but rumors point to the rest of 2025 being jam-packed for the tech giant. We can also expect new iPads – including an 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Pro with the M5 chip – and new Mac desktops and MacBooks with the M5 as well as upgrades to the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K.

As for when those arrive, it could be that Apple saves those for October or November. There’s also talk of an upgraded Apple Vision Pro with a faster processor over the M2, but it likely won’t bring the price down considerably.

As with all Apple rumors, it’s important to remember that nothing is officially official until it’s announced by the tech giant. So you’ll want to stick with TechRadar on September 9 to follow along with our live reporting on Apple’s Special Event.

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• Developers are still struggling to get their hands on Nintendo Switch 2 development kits
• Digital Foundry reports that numerous studios can't get access to kits are being told to ship their games on Switch and "rely on backwards compatibility"
• It's said that big AAA developers are also being excluded

Even after the Sintendo Switch 2's launch, Nintendo is reportedly still holding back on providing studios with development kits.

During the latest episode of Digital Foundry's DF Direct Weekly podcast (via VGC), hosts John Linneman and Oliver Mackenzie said that numerous developers have told them that they still can't get access to Switch 2 dev kits and are being told by Nintendo to focus on making original Switch games.

"There’s been a lot of talk about this lately, that Nintendo seems to be almost discouraging Switch 2 development to some degree," Linneman said.

"I’ve spoken with plenty of developers where they were told that their game, they should just ship it on Switch 1 and rely on backwards compatibility.

"There’s a lot of developers that are unable to get Switch 2 dev kits. We talked to a lot of devs at Gamescom this year, and so many of them said the same things. They want to ship on Switch 2. They would love to do Switch 2 versions. They can’t get the hardware. It’s really difficult right now."

Mackenzie added that there has been talk of AAA developers also being excluded from getting kits, while the studio of Chillin' by the Fire, a game that utilizes the Switch 2's camera, is.

"I think they should [get more devkits out there], but I don’t really know what Nintendo’s mindset was with these sets of decisions," Mackenzie said. "So I don’t really understand the strategy because, like you said, even now developers are struggling to get systems.

“And I know that some months ago when we were hearing things through the grapevine and talking to people, there were some weird exclusions with some big developers struggling to get kits for games. And there were some kind of weird inclusions as well. Some indies were included, which is nice to see.

"But there’s that campfire game, you know, the camera campfire game, and they’re getting kits. And some big developers, on the other hand, who developed AAA stuff, aren’t necessarily in the pipeline there for kits."

This has been an ongoing issue since before the Switch 2 launched, with developers from a broad range of studios saying they were "desperate" to get their hands on dev kits (via The Game Business).

Elsewhere, the next Nintendo Direct showcase will reportedly air next month, just in time for Super Mario Bros.' 40th anniversary.

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The invite teases an "Awe dropping" event.

There's a new clan coming to take the Kardashian-Jenners' low-carb, low-calorie, low-joy lunch. After winning the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swim Search, growing her profile on Dancing with the Stars and pocketing an invite to the infamous Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sanchez wedding, Love Thy Nader is Brooks Nader's audacious bid to establish a dynasty with her three sisters.

You can watch Love Thy Nader online from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for free.

Premiere: 9pm ET/PT on Tuesday, August 26 (US)

TV channel: Freeform

US stream: Hulu

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At 28, Brooks is the oldest of the sisters, followed by Mary Holland (26), Grace Ann (24) and Sarah Jane (23). Of course, one of Mary Holland's first ports of call in the trailer (embedded at the bottom of this page) is quitting her job, aka "entering my micro-retirement". Who said being a professional celebrity was hard work?

The eight-part series is set against the Naders' Louisiana upbringing, though on the face of things it certainly doesn't look as if they've had too much trouble becoming fixtures of the Manhattan scene and the American showbiz circuit.

Of course, no reality series is complete without a romantic scandal. The Nader sisters appear to favor a guilty until proven innocent stance when it comes to Gleb Savchenko, with whom Brooks waltzed the well-trod path from Dancing with the Stars couple to real-life couple.

Read on as we explain how to watch Love Thy Nader from anywhere.

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How to watch Love Thy Nader season 1 in the US

Love Thy Nader premieres with a double-header from 9pm ET/PT on Tuesday, August 26 on Freeform. Subsequent episodes air at 9pm each week.

You can stream Freefrom via Sling Orange, which is $45.99/mo; Fubo, which is $84.99/mo after a 7-day FREE trial; Hulu + Live TV, which is $82.99/mo after a 3-day FREE trial; or YouTube TV, which is $82.99/month, though you'll get each of your first three months for $49.99.

However, all eight episodes will hit Hulu on Wednesday, August 27.

New subscribers can make the most of a Hulu free trial for 30 days on its With Ads or No Ads plan. The Hulu price starts from $9.99 a month thereafter. Or, for better value, you can get a Disney Plus bundle with Hulu thrown in from just $10.99 a month.

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Any plans to make Love Thy Nader available to watch in Canada are yet to be announced.

However, US nationals currently traveling in Canada can use a VPN to watch the show from anywhere in the world. We recommend NordVPN.

Can you watch Love Thy Nader in the UK?

Love Thy Nader is yet to find a home in the UK.

In the meantime, a VPN will help you tune in if you're an American traveling across the pond. NordVPN is our recommended provider, and you can find out why with our in-depth NordVPN review.

Can you watch Love Thy Nader season 1 in Australia?

Any plans to make Love Thy Nader available to watch in Australia are yet to be announced at the time of publication.

Americans currently away from home can use a VPN to watch Love Thy Nader from abroad.

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• Google Calendar gets appointment booking pages from the sidebar
• It’s designed for those who don’t have full visibility into a user’s calendar
• Google Calendar and Gmail just got tighter scheduling integration, too

Google is making appointment booking pages directly accessible within its calendar app sidebar on web and mobile in a bid to make it easier to find a mutually agreeable time.

The new Google Calendar feature makes it easier to book time, especially for external contacts like customers and partners, without having to share full visibility into your calendar.

Users without an appointment schedule will get a pre-configured booking page based on working hours that automatically updates to avoid conflicts.

Google Calendar is getting tighter scheduling integration

With Calendly and other rivals growing in a hybrid, post-pandemic, Google has been busy in recent months tying Calendar and Gmail together more closely to make it easier for contacts to schedule time together.

“By providing users with an easier way to book time with others, this change streamlines the scheduling process, which is particularly useful for customers, partners or people outside an organization who might not have visibility into another’s calendar,” Google wrote.

A mobile view of the pre-configured booking page only becomes available on mobile after it has been viewed on the web, Google explained in a product announcement. Most core functions, like creating, editing and deleting booking pages, are restricted to the web only.

Appointment scheduling has already started rolling out to all Google Workspace customers as well as Workspace Individual subscribers and person account holders, and will be broadly available by early September 2025.

The latest update comes not long after the company also added Google Calendar appointment booking page support to Gmail.

For that, users will need to click the Calendar icon at the bottom of an email draft to create a booking page which can be inserted directly into the body of the email.

That feature is now fully rolled out to the same types of accounts.

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• Bluesky has decided to exit Mississippi in response to the new age verification law
• Under the law, social media platforms need to verify all users' ages before granting them access
• People in Mississippi may be able to keep accessing Bluesky by spoofing their IP address with a VPN

Bluesky has decided to exit Mississippi in response to the new age verification law, which now requires social media platforms to verify the age of every user before granting them access.

Elon Musk's X rival warns that the new requirements "would fundamentally change how users access Bluesky," while opening up to privacy and security challenges that would impact smaller providers in particular.

Therefore, starting Friday, August 22, 2025, Bluesky is blocking all traffic from Mississippi IP addresses. This, however, means that users based in the state may be able to turn to the best VPN services to keep using the app.

"We do not take this decision lightly," wrote Bluesky in its official announcement, while ensuring that child safety remains a core priority. Yet, "We think this law creates challenges that go beyond its child safety goals, and creates significant barriers that limit free speech and disproportionately harm smaller platforms and emerging technologies."

Being a decentralized platform, the block applies only to the Bluesky app built on the AT Protocol. "Other apps and services may choose to respond differently," explains the provider.

Why is Bluesky worried about Mississippi's age verification approach?

As per Mississippi's HB1126 law, which was upheld by the US Supreme Court on August 14, all social media platforms must verify that every user accessing the platform is over 18 and obtain parental consent for all minors looking to use the app.

The law also requires tech providers to identify and keep track of all teen and child users. Fines for non-compliance can reach up to $10,000 per user.

"Building the required verification systems, parental consent workflows, and compliance infrastructure would require significant resources that our small team is currently unable to spare as we invest in developing safety tools and features for our global community," explains Bluesky.

The economic burden is only half of the story, though.

Bluesky is also concerned that the "law's broad scope" could affect all citizens in Mississippi (not only minors) to use their favorite platforms, negatively impacting their right to free speech and access to information.

The provider also warns against the privacy implications that could stem from collecting and storing such sensitive information about all users, as well as from tracking minors online.

Unfortunately, Bluesky is unavailable in Mississippi right now, due to a new state law that requires age verification for all users. While intended for child safety, we think this law poses broader challenges & creates significant barriers that limit free speech & harm smaller platforms like ours.

— @bsky.app (@bsky.app.bsky.social) 2025-08-26T14:19:50.674Z

Age checks aren't the real issue here, either. Bluesky was indeed one of the first providers to enforce age verification rules in the UK.

Yet, there's a substantial difference between the two laws.

Under the UK Online Safety Act, Bluesky and similar providers are required to verify users' age only for accessing content deemed legal but harmful.

"Mississippi’s law, by contrast, would block everyone from accessing the site – teens and adults – unless they hand over sensitive information, and once they do, the law in Mississippi requires Bluesky to keep track of which users are children," explains the provider.

Can a VPN help?

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The Bluesky app is now set to block access to all Mississippi IP addresses "until legal challenges to this law are resolved," explains the provider.

A virtual private network (VPN), however, could help you get back online. A VPN is security software that not only encrypts all your internet connections but also spoofs your IP address by rerouting your traffic via one of its international servers.

Therefore, if you're in Mississippi and want to keep accessing Bluesky, all you need to do is connect to a VPN server based where the app is available.

Remember, though, to use only reliable and secure services to ensure your data stays safe. At the time of writing, NordVPN is TechRadar's top recommendation. If you aren't willing to pay for a subscription just yet, I suggest checking our best free VPNs guide, with PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN being today's top picks.

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Surfshark is one of the newer names in the world of VPNs, but it has already made a huge splash. The balanced offering of security-boosting features, an expansive server network, and budget-friendly prices make Surfshark a worthy contender to the throne in our overall best VPN rankings.

We found that Surfshark covers all the basics you'd expect a VPN to have, but there are a few sticking points that might make you consider alternatives. To help you determine if Surfshark is your perfect match, we've examined its speed, privacy policy, streaming performance, and overall value for money to put together this detailed review. So, let's dive in!

Features

Surfshark's roster of tools is varied and impressive, and all are designed to give your digital privacy a major boost while you do your thing online. It's also great to see that the core VPN features are present and correct, too.

For starters, you'll be protected by robust AES-256 encryption and two tried-and-tested VPN protocols: WireGuard and OpenVPN (you can also choose between TCP and UDP).

A kill switch is also available. It's not enabled by default, and one of the first things we did was head into the settings menu and enable it to prevent IP leaks in the event of a VPN dropout.

In June 2025, Surfshark unveiled a shiny new tool designed to boost VPN connection stability, called Everlink. It's not quite a kill switch, but it does work quietly in the background of your device to recover dropped VPN connections without risking any exposure to your IP address. On the surface, this feature might not be as flashy and exciting as, say, a whole host of new servers, but we're still happy to see Everlink make its debut. VPN connection quality is an important metric in our in-house testing and for real-world use, and Surfshark is confident that it'll make a difference in terms of the overall experience. Nobody likes troubleshooting constant VPN dropouts, after all.

You'll also find Surfshark's split tunneling tool in the settings. It's called Bypasser, and it allows you to flag specific sites and services you'd rather route through your original connection, not the VPN tunnel, which is handy for any online banking you plan to do (as logging in to these apps can be tricky if you're connected to a VPN server).

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Another basic tool that we're glad to see included in the Surfshark roster is the auto-connect. It's nice and easy to use – just enable it via the settings menu. You can choose which server to set as your default – the one you'll connect to automatically – and add trusted Wi-Fi networks to a specific list. Surfshark won't automatically connect to a server when you use these Wi-Fi networks.

Multihop, accessible via the server list, allows you to route your traffic through an extra server for an added layer of protection. It's a nice extra, especially for folks living with invasive data privacy laws.

Surfshark's standout features pack more of a punch. Take CleanWeb, the DNS-level blocker that keeps ads and malware at bay. There's also a browser-based add-on called CleanWeb 2.0 that mops up any threats that slip through the net within your browsing sessions.

During our most recent round of testing, Surfshark successfully blocked 84% of ads, which makes it more effective than Proton VPN's ad-blocker at 79% but second to ExpressVPN at 90%.

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Surfshark Alternative ID offers a one-stop solution to avoiding risk when signing up for websites you don't trust or sites you don't want to use your details for marketing purposes. (Image credit: Future)

Alternative ID is a fantastic addition to Surfshark's toolkit and a unique feature. It generates an entirely new online persona for you in the click of a button, including an email address. This means you don't have to hand over your actual identifiable details when signing up for sites, newsletters, and services, reducing the risk of being caught up in data breaches and scams. Plus, we found that it's a lot quicker than creating a one-use burner email.

Alternative Number adds an extra layer of privacy to your online life by creating a secondary phone number you can use during sign-up, too, preventing potential misuse of your real contact details.

We especially like that you generate and use the number from within the Surfshark app itself and that it doesn't interfere with your original phone number or require you to swap your SIM card. Bear in mind, however, that Alternative Number is a paid extra you'll need to add to your account.

On that note, upgrading to a Surfshark One plan will bag you some extra goodies, including the aforementioned antivirus. You'll also have access to Surfshark Search (an ad-and-tracker-free search engine) and Surfshark Alert, which will let you know if your data is involved in a data leak or your ID is compromised.

Bump things up to a One+ plan, and you'll get access to Incogni, a data removal service that automates requests to remove personal information from databases and people search sites.

Features score: 9/10

Server network

Surfshark has servers in 100 countries – that's an impressive spread and more than Private Internet Access (91); however, it's still fewer than ExpressVPN (105) and NordVPN (118). In terms of locations, Surfshark’s servers span 140, again trailing behind ExpressVPN (148) and NordVPN (111).

Although Surfshark can't claim to have the most pins on the map, we think that the overall distribution of servers is excellent, leaving no region hungry. Europe and the Americas are well-served, and Surfshark even boasts extensive coverage across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

There's even a Chinese Macau SAR server, though, as expected, there are no available locations in Russia.

It's well worth noting that all of Surfshark's servers are RAM-only. That means they're wiped whenever they're rebooted, erasing any stored user data, which is a nice boost to a user’s overall digital privacy.

We're also glad to see that Surfshark now labels whether its servers are virtual or physical. Physical servers provide an IP address based in that same location, whereas virtual servers don't – virtual servers in India, for example, aren't located within the country itself.

Virtual servers come in handy if it's difficult to set up servers in a country with censorship, but they can introduce security issues, especially if your traffic is routed through a country with draconian data protection laws.

Surfshark doesn't offer specialized streaming, gaming, or torrenting servers, but you can check out its static IPs or invest in a dedicated IP (for an extra monthly fee). Similarly, Surfshark's multihop tool lets you route traffic through an extra server. You can choose from a preselected pairing of servers or, if you're feeling choosy, create your own combination.

Server network score: 8/10

Apps

Surfshark has apps for all major platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, and Linux.

Our hands-on testing experience with the Surfshark UI was smooth and hiccup-free. The UI is a minimalist's dream, without any clutter to slow you down or confuse VPN newbies, and we found it just as easy to switch between tabs on the left-hand side of the screen.

The simplicity means there's nothing to write home about in terms of flair (think Proton VPN and its cyber-chic purple and black UI), but it does mesh well with the native interface of both Windows and Mac clients.

The mobile apps are similarly well-crafted, with a few small improvements proving that Surfshark is thinking about making its offering stand out in an increasingly saturated market.

Whether you’re an Android or iOS loyalist, you’ll be glad to learn that the experience across both platforms is virtually identical.

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Now, Surfshark's mobile app has widgets that allow you to control your VPN connection without opening the full app. You can also log in by scanning a QR code on a device that's already logged in, which makes it way easier to get the app set up on your mobile phone (and make good use of those unlimited simultaneous connections).

Our testing showed that the Chrome browser extension has improved since our last investigation, and more tools are available directly within the browser. You can now auto-fill forms with your Alternative ID, too, speeding up a previously monotonous process and eliminating the need to fork over real details in the process. It's a win/win and exactly the sort of innovation we like to see.

Currently, Surfshark is one of only a handful of VPN that offer a graphical Linux client rather than a command line interface. It's encouraging as Linux regularly remains an afterthought even among today's top services.

Surfshark gave its Linux app some extra TLC, too, finally adding a kill switch, split tunneling, and its roster of CleanWeb features to the mix.

As is now the norm, Surfshark is also compatible with less common clients, such as Fire Stick, Apple TV, and routers.

Apps score: 9/10

Ease of use

We found the Surfshark app easy to install and set up. Once you've picked your plan and downloaded the right package for your device, you just follow along with an installation wizard and log in to the app when prompted.

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Then, you'll see Surfshark's location tab. The UI is easily digestible. Your recommended servers are displayed at the top of the page, with your pinned favorites and recently used servers right underneath, meaning you can quickly open up the app and connect without scrolling through the lengthy server list.

The panel on the right displays your connection status, which is, really, the most important detail. Others are there for more technically minded folks, including the protocol you're using, your new IP address, and which features you've toggled on or off.

Ease of use score: 9/10

Speed and performanceHow we perform speed tests

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Our testing setup uses two virtual machines positioned in the UK and US, each one with its own 1 Gbps connection. We use this to record VPN speeds. Then, to calculate the averages, we use multiple speed testing sites at different times of the day while connected to the various protocols on offer. You can find out more in our VPN testing methodology.

Surfshark sits at the top of our fastest VPN rankings, and recorded another unbeatable performance during our most recent round of testing. If you're looking for speed, Surfshark is your best bet.

We used the WireGuard protocol to put Surfshark's speeds to the test. Using a 1 Gbps line and connecting to a local UK-based server, we recorded a performance of 848 Mbps. That's pretty impressive, and certainly means that Surfshark is one of the quickest VPNs on our books, but it's a slight fall from grace, too, as the provider previously clocked in at 950+ Mbps.

Our testing also underscored a noticeable amount of variance, here. In the mornings, we saw speeds of 1,045 Mbps, but these dipped to 651 Mbps when we repeated the process in the evening. While this isn't a major red flag, it is something to be aware of if you're going to use your VPN around the clock.

Surfshark's OpenVPN speeds weren't as blistering, coming in at 431 Mbps. This is to be expected, however, as OpenVPN isn't as lightweight and efficient as WireGuard.

Still, it's worth noting that Surfshark's OpenVPN speeds were amongst the most consistent in our hands-on testing. We barely saw any prominent fluctuations throughout the day, meaning that Surfshark is a great pick for tasks like torrenting - where you'll want uncompromising security and decent speeds.

The important takeaway here is to remember that, whether you opt for WireGuard or OpenVPN, Surfshark is more than fast enough to keep up with your day-to-day browsing. You only need 25 Mbps to stream in 4K, too, so you'll have no problem tuning in to buffer-free HD content.

Finally, we noted that it regularly took a few seconds to connect to a Surfshark server. This isn't a total deal-breaker by any means, but I find that NordVPN and ExpressVPN connect in around a second (or even less).

Speed and performance score: 10/10

Unblocking sites and content

Surfshark has made a mark in the industry as a reliable VPN for streaming and unblocking all sorts of platforms. In fact, it currently claims the third-place position in our overall streaming VPN rankings, and fourth-place in our torrenting VPN shortlist.

We put VPNs through a rigorous testing process to see how well they work with Netflix and its global library in the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and Japan. We also investigate how well VPNs can unblock other platforms, including Amazon Prime Video and Disney+. Surfshark performed flawlessly across all of our tests. We had no trouble checking out content on any platform, regardless of the location, and always on the first try.

Surfshark worked like a charm with smaller regional sites, too, and we unblocked BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4, 9Now, and 10 Play.

While some VPNs have a collection of servers optimized for streaming, Surfshark doesn't. It's not all bad news though, as all of Surfshark's servers are capable of accessing region-specific streaming content.

This means that you don't have to hunt for one specific server to join when you're in the mood for some Disney+ or Hulu – which is a nice bonus for VPN newbies who don't want to be bogged down in menus.

Similarly, Surfshark has no torrenting-optimized servers, but you can engage in P2P activity on any of them. The only thing to note here is that, unlike PIA, Surfshark does not have a port forwarding feature, which means you might have trouble seeding.

Unblocking score: 9/10

Privacy and security

Firstly, it's great to see that Surfshark's privacy policy and no-logs promise are easy to find and navigate. The information is dense, certainly, and not what we'd call light reading, but there's a table of contents that allows you to skip through to relevant sections.

We like that Surfshark takes the time to discuss each of its tools and how associated data is handled, giving users more leverage to decide whether they want to check them out or not.

Surfshark has proven, on multiple occasions, that transparency is a critical part of its operations. A warrant canary clearly states that the service hasn't endured any data breaches or leaks, and recent audits by Deloitte and Cure53 prove that the service just isn't interested in keeping tabs on user activity or logging it. Surfshark has also undertaken audits of its server architecture and apps.

In fact, the results of Surfshark's most recent audit were made public in June, 2025. The VPN invited Deloitte to comb through its no-logs policy for a second time, with the auditors confirming that the policy is properly implemented and enforced. Simply put, Surfshark has no interest in keeping tabs on what you get up to while connected to one of its servers.

On a more technical level, Surfshark relies on industry-standard AES-256 encryption to secure user data as it travels between the user’s device and the VPN server.

Only the OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols are available, which is encouraging, as they both ensure that data remains safe from snooping and tampering while inside the VPN tunnel.

We found that Surfshark ticks off the basics, too. The kill switch is a simple on or off switch and cuts your internet connection in the event of a VPN dropout to prevent data leaks. We previously noted some kill switch bugs, but Surfshark quickly released an update improving the stability of the feature.

We especially like that the kill switch is customizable. You can choose a more lenient option, which disables the internet during accidental interruptions, or a stricter version that will cut the internet if the VPN is interrupted in any way at all.

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Other must-have tools include DNS leak protection that stops ISP snooping, multihop that routes traffic through an extra server for more security, and a No Borders mode that allows users to bypass strict government censorship to enjoy a freer, safer internet.

We also put Surfshark's phishing and malware site detection to the test by feeding it 100 new malicious URLs from OpenPhish. Unfortunately, the results leave something to be desired.

In testing, Surfshark only blocked 6% of malware sites and 7% of phishing sites, underscoring the simple fact that while you can rely on a VPN package to shore up your online security, you’re better off opting for a dedicated antivirus.

Privacy and security score: 9/10

Track record

Surfshark has a keen ear and listens to its customers – it's a great reputation to have, even if the service has experienced its ups and downs over the years.

In 2024, Surfshark addressed an issue where it was not correctly labeling all of its virtual servers – only 27 out of 50 locations were identifiable. After we spoke to the VPN directly, Surfshark amended these labels within two days, which is a fantastic turnaround.

Surfshark is based in the Netherlands, which, to privacy purists, will be a point of concern. The Netherlands is part of the infamous intelligence-sharing organization: the Nine Eyes.

Fortunately, the VPN has begun publishing a quarterly transparency report outlining the number of requests for user information that Surfshark has had to respond to, as well as law enforcement inquiries. Currently, we can assume that Surfshark has not handed over user information related to a single inquiry.

Track record score: 8/10

Customer support

Surfshark has several avenues of customer support, but the first one we ran into was the AI chatbot. We had a brief conversation with this bot, querying basic information about server numbers and locations, and were sent links to relevant knowledgebase articles.

If you'd rather speak to a human being, the good news is that it's easy to do so, and we found Surfshark’s agents to be friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the service.

As you'd expect from such a big name in the VPN world, Surfshark has an extensive knowledge base. Inside, you'll find all sorts of articles, including setup guides for each platform and more in-depth explainers about the various tools.

The "Surfschool" is especially neat and contains end-to-end advice on how to use the VPN, making it a good place for newbies to start.

Customer support score: 8/10

Pricing and plansNordVPN pricing

- 1-month plans: $15.45/month (Starter) $17.95/month (One) $20.65/month (One+)

- 12-month plans: $3.19/month, plus 3 months free (Starter) $3.39/month, plus 3 months free (One) $6.09/month, plus 3 months free (One+)

- 24-month plans: $2.19/month, plus 3 months free (Starter) $2.69/month, plus 3 months free (One) $4.29/month, plus 3 months free (One+)

Surfshark is by far the cheapest premium VPN on the market, but you won't sacrifice quality for a budget-friendly price tag. On the contrary, Surfshark's roster of tools and unlimited simultaneous connections make it an excellent value for money, especially if you subscribe to a multi-year plan.

A 2-year subscription to the Starter plan is only $2.19 a month – and even comes with an extra 3 months for free. Only PIA is cheaper, at $2.03 a month for 3 years. It is worth noting that Surfshark's prices rise to $4.98 upon renewal, making the rock-bottom price point a one-and-done sort of deal.

If you want access to all of Surfshark's privacy-boosting tools, you'll need to subscribe to a One or One+ plan. A dedicated IP is a separate add-on to consider, too, and will set you back an additional $3.75 a month.

Pricing score: 9/10

Should you use Surfshark?

Surfshark is a stellar service and a worthwhile alternative to the likes of NordVPN and ExpressVPN, especially if you're on the hunt for a bargain. Plus, while some VPNs focus solely on their VPN product, Surfshark has become an all-in-one security solution.

Add unlimited simultaneous connections to the mix, and we think it's a service that offers serious value for money on top of rock-solid security.

Surfshark isn't without its drawbacks, though, especially if you plan on relying on its phishing or malware site protection. Other providers have more servers in more locations, too, and more regular audits under their belt.

Still, with a 30-day money-back guarantee, it's well worth taking the time to check out Surfshark in your own time.

Total score: 88/100

Surfshark alternatives

Not sure if Surfshark quite fits your needs? Here's our three top alternatives available right now:

1. NordVPN – from $3.09 per month
The best VPN overall
NordVPN is our #1 rated VPN and the total package. It's quick, has a similarly impressive raft of security tools, and receives regular updates across all of its apps and extensions. It's slightly more expensive than Surfshark, but the Spring Sale brings monthly prices on a 2-year plan down to just $3.09. Try it for yourself with a 30-day money-back guarantee.View Deal

2. ExpressVPN – from $4.99 per month
The best VPN for beginners
ExpressVPN is a luxe provider but, unlike Surfshark and NordVPN, has decided to hone in on its VPN offering rather than a suite of tools. Its apps are a breath of fresh air and are easy to use, making it a fantastic option for anyone new to the world of VPNs. Again, ExpressVPN is on the pricey side, but you can put its value to the test with a 30-day money-back guarantee.View Deal

3. Proton VPN – from $3.59 per month
A great pick for small businesses
Proton VPN puts privacy above all else, but that doesn't mean it skimps on features, speed, and unblocking power. We especially like that Proton VPN recently spruced up its app interfaces, making them more accessible and intuitive than ever before. If you're working with a seriously limited budget, you'll also be glad to learn that the free VPN plan is fantastic (but limited), and a great way to get a feel for Proton VPN's tools. See how Proton VPN stacks up with a 30-day money-back guarantee.View Deal

Surfshark FAQsDoes Surfshark have a free trial?

Yes, a free 7-day trial is available to users who subscribe to Surfshark via the App Store or Google Play Store. Once you've picked up your trial, however, you can use it on all of your other devices.

Does Surfshark work with Netflix?

Yes, Surfshark is effective at unblocking Netflix as well as other popular streaming services like Amazon Prime, Disney+, and BBC iPlayer.

Does Surfshark have an antivirus?

Yes, Surfshark Antivirus is part of Surfshark's One and One+ plans. Users subscribed to a Starter plan will need to upgrade.

Who owns Surfshark?

Surfshark and Nord Security (the company that offers NordVPN) merged in 2022, but Surfshark and NordVPN continue to operate independently.

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