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Surfshark introduces post-quantum protectionSurfshark introduces post-quantum protectionSurfshark, a cybersecurity company, is becoming future-proof and has launched post-quantum protection on WireGuard. This cutting-edge security is now available for major platforms, including macOS, Linux, and Android, with plans to expand to iOS and Windows platforms soon. As quantum computing raises significant concerns and only 8% of the most popular everyday-used apps are resilient, this development is crucial for protecting individuals, businesses, and governments against future technology that could compromise digital security. "Quantum computing is advancing rapidly, and it poses a threat to current encryption methods used to secure data online. Although nowadays it is used in very limited capabilities, soon it could become powerful enough to compromise today’s encryption systems, leading to significant digital security threats. Therefore, creating cryptographic methods that can withstand quantum computing is essential for any business, especially a cybersecurity company,” comments Donatas Budvytis, Chief Technology Officer at Surfshark.Why is it important to outrun quantum computers?While a classical computer might require thousands or even billions of years to solve a very difficult prime factorization problem, a powerful quantum computer can often find a solution in just a few hours. The expert provides an easy explanation of how this might harm a person. Budvytis highlights that hackers are currently able to store large amounts of encrypted data, which is secure against today's technology but not immune to future developments in quantum computing. As quantum computing becomes more accessible to the general public, sensitive information like passwords, financial data, private conversations, and other encrypted data will become much easier to decrypt quickly. If businesses, governments, and institutions do not take precautionary measures to implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC), it will pose significant privacy challenges for everyone."Imagine someone making a bank transfer. Even if they use a VPN with post-quantum protection that encrypts the entire process, their data remains vulnerable if the bank itself lacks similar protection. Hackers equipped with quantum computing capabilities could easily decipher the data, though the process itself might remain secure. This may lead to major financial losses both for the individual and the bank,” explains Budvytis.To better understand readiness for the post-quantum era, Surfshark selected the most popular apps in banking, shopping, social media, and messaging categories to assess their adoption of PQC.Only 8% of analyzed apps currently utilize PQCWe analyzed a total of 40 commonly used apps across social media (9), messaging (11), banking (10), and shopping (10) categories. The data reveals that: PQC implementation is still in its early stages, with only 8% of analyzed apps currently utilizing PQC. Approximately 30% of the analyzed app developers are researching or have prepared plans to become quantum-resistant. About 65% of analyzed apps have no public information available regarding PQC adoption plans;Among the most popular banking apps, none have yet implemented PQC, and only 20% have taken proactive steps to become quantum-resistant. The same situation applies to shopping apps;In the social media apps category, TikTok is the only one that is quantum-resistant;Messaging apps are the only category of analyzed apps that already feature PQC, with 18% being quantum-resistant, 27% researching quantum resistance, and 55% having no plans regarding PQC. However, both Google, which owns Google Messages, and Meta, which owns WhatsApp and Messenger, have acknowledged potential threats from quantum computers and have taken proactive measures to protect against their future decryption capabilities. To enhance your future readiness, Budvytis advises taking proactive steps today: stay informed with the latest news, pursue continuous education, and adopt quantum-resistant technologies as soon as possible.ABOUT SURFSHARKSurfshark is a cybersecurity company offering products including an audited VPN, certified antivirus, data leak warning system, private search engine, and a tool for generating an online identity. Recognized as a leading VPN by CNET and TechRadar, Surfshark has also been featured on the FT1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies ranking. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Surfshark has offices in Lithuania and Poland. For information on Surfshark's operations and highlights, read our Annual Wrap-up 2025. For more research projects, visit ourresearch hub.AttachmentSurfshark introduces post-quantum protection
MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingPros3-in-1iPhone fast charging: 15W (Pro) or 25W (Ultra)Apple Watch fast chargingHigh capacity batteryKickstandConsOlder AirPods Pro connection erraticOur Verdict The Kuxiu K1 folds up into a neat pack-of-card size that will fit in your pocket and twists into a versatile and high-performance multi-Apple-device charger. Owners of the iPhone 16 or later, or people Considering updating their phone, should choose the K1 Ultra that charges at 25W, while the K1 Pro has a 15W top speed.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefinedBest Pricing TodayPrice When Reviewed$109.99 (10K model)Best Prices Today: Kuxiu K1 Pro 15W Fast Charging 3-in-1 MagSafe Power BankRetailerPrice$65.99View DealKuxiu$66.99View DealPrice comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwideProductPricePrice comparison from BackmarketThis apparently nondescript power bank looks like a chunky iPhone power bank or an Amex Black Card member’s pack of cards. But manipulate it like a Rubik’s Cube—it even clicks like one—and it transforms into an adaptable charger for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods.It boasts a back-stand so can be a regular magnetic iPhone charging stand at home as well as a powerful battery pack on the road.It is available in two battery capacities—the familiar 5000mAh (5K) and 10000mAh (10K) varieties—and at two speeds: 15W K1 Pro and 25W K1 Ultra.When folded shut the K1 looks like any other magnetic iPhone power bank.Simon JaryDesignThe Kuxiu K1 Pro and Ultra are slabs of metal measuring not much more than a pack of cards and weighing little more.5000mAh (19.35Wh): 4.1 x 2.7 x 0.6 inches (10.5 x 6.9 x 1.5cm); 6.4oz (182g)10000mAh (38.7Wh): 4.1 x 2.7 x 0.8 inch (10.5 x 6.9 x 2cm); 8.9oz (253g)The back section can rotate up to 90 degrees, revealing a circular indent that will charge either an Apple Watch or wirelessly chargeable AirPods case (the AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case works best). My AirPods Pro 1 normally charge wirelessly when sat on a Qi pad but the connection was erratic on the K1. The AirPods Pro 2 with MagSafe Charging Case use MagSafe so connected straight away.If your AirPods case isn’t compatible with wireless charging you can connect a cable to the power bank’s USB-C port and charge that way.You can charge two iPhones in the same way: one wirelessly and one via the USB-C port.Simon JaryWhen the iPhone is charging in portrait orientation, the Watch drapes over the corner of the back section. When the iPhone is in landscape mode it hangs off the top corner.There are four small LEDs at the top of the sliding section to indicate the power bank’s remaining charge.The K1 clamps onto an iPhone with a vengeance—it hosts 16 N52 magnets—and won’t let go till you prise it apart, making it a dependable portable solution that won’t separate when pulled from your pocket while charging the phone.Simon JaryPerformanceIn our tests the 10K Kuxiu K1 Pro power bank performed admirably, charging a spent iPhone 16 Pro from 0 to 100% and then, once the battery in the iPhone had depleted again, it charged another 70%. That puts it near the top of our magnetic charging charts, beaten only by a couple of the less versatile magnetic power banks, such as the Anker Zolo 10K Magnetic Power Bank (191%) and EcoFlow RAPID Magnetic Power Bank 10K (190%). It matches the Anker Qi2 MagGo Power Bank (10K) at 170%, which is impressive as it’s the only one of these can charge three devices at the same time.In terms of charging speed, the K1 Pro uses the Qi2 wireless tech that matches Apple’s MagSafe at 15W and beats away the merely “MagSafe-compatible” 7.5W chargers. The newer K1 Ultra utilizes the Qi2.2 tech that can output at up to 25W for iPhone 16 and later—iPhone 12-15 will charge at 15W. We’d opt for the K1 Ultra even if your iPhone is currently pre-16 as the 25W will be ready for when you upgrade.While a 15W charger takes around 45 minutes to charge an iPhone from 0& to 50%, a 25W charger completes the same mission in just over 30 minutes.Attach a device via the power bank’s USB-C port and you’ll get a faster 20W connection. Some power banks can wired charge at 30W but 20W is still enough to fast-charge an iPhone. The power bank is charged itself at 18W.The Apple Watch charging pad is rated at 5W, which is enough to fast-charge the wearable although it is not marketed as officially Made for Watch.KuxiuThe 15W Kuxiu K1 Pro, pictured above, is available in three colors, including Black and Desert Titanium, showing its roots of original launch with the iPhone 16 series. The 25W Kuxiu K1 Ultra, pictured below, is available in two colors: Black and iPhone 17-friendly Cosmic Orange.KuxiuAlternatives to the K1We’ll look at multi-device chargers rather than just magnetic power banks with USB-C ports or cables as the Kuxiu K1 is unlikely to interest anyone without an Apple Watch. There aren’t as many power banks for the Apple Watch as there are for the iPhone, so the competition is narrow.I’m a big fan of the Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K for Apple Watch, which is a stubby stick with a pull-out Watch charging pad, but aside from its built-in USB-C cable there’s no iPhone wireless charging going on.A closer match is the OneAdaptr OneGo 3-in-a travel power bank, which also folds out into a stand. Like the K1 it has a 10K battery but it its iPhone charging pad maxes at a slow 7.5W compared to the fast 15W Qi2 charger on the Kuxiu K1 Pro or super-speedy 25W on the K1 Ultra.Read our Best Apple Watch chargers and power banks roundup for more options.Simon JaryK1 Pro (15W, 10K)Kuxiu K1 Pro 15W Fast Charging 3-in-1 MagSafe Power BankRead our reviewPrice When Reviewed:$109.99 (10K model)Best Prices Today:$65.99 at Amazon | $66.99 at KuxiuPriceThere are list prices and lower real prices, and these seem to fluctuate, so your best bet is to check the prices in our Price Comparison boxes here in this review, which show the 10K models. for the 5K K1 Pro check the links below. This is more complicated than it needs to be, but it does keep the price you pay as low as possible!The 5K Kuxiu K1 Pro has a list price of $99.99 / £76 / €86,95. The 10K K1 Pro is priced at $109.99 / £84 / €95,95. However, Kuxiu seems to have a permanent serious discount on its products. At the time of writing the 5K was priced at $56 / £43 / €49 and the 10K at $67 / £51 / €59. It is available in Black, Gray or Desert Titanium colors.The K1 Ultra (10K only) is priced at $99.99 / £76 / €86,95. At the time of writing the it was priced at $79 / £61 / €69. It is available in Black or Cosmic Orange.Amazon also stocks the 5K K1 Pro and 10K K1 Pro, plus the 10K K1 Ultra. For such a high-performing power banks these are reasonable prices. Choosing between the two probably won’t come down to price but size. The 5K K1 is about 0.2 inches slimmer but doesn’t offer the impressive battery capacity of the 10K model.K1 Ultra (25W, 10K)Kuxiu K1 Ultra 25W Fast Charging 3-in-1 MagSafe 10K Power BankPrice When Reviewed:$99.99Best Prices Today:$79.99 at Amazon | $99.99 at KuxiuSimon JaryShould you buy the Kuxiu K1 Pro and K1 Ultra 3-in-1 MagSafe Power Banks?The Kuxiu K1 (Pro and Ultra) folds up into a neat pack-of-card size that will fit in your pocket (a large pocket for the 10K models) and twists into a versatile and high-performance multi-Apple-device charger when you need it on your travels or act as a handy iPhone stand back at base or in the café.If you can stretch to the K1 Ultra you’ll future-proof your purchase for iPhones that support 25W charging, although the Ultra is available with the larger 10K battery only.
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