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dem10/Getty ImagesData privacy has become absolutely crucial for businesses. And some businesses go to great lengths to protect their data, files, and communications.However, many consumers and smaller businesses continue to believe that adding extra security isn't worth the extra work required. Wrong! Anyone who refuses or neglects to take the extra steps could find themselves on the wrong end of a data breach. Also: The best email hosting services of 2025: Expert testedSay, for example, you include sensitive information in an innocent email, only to discover that a bad actor intercepted the message, read the content of that email, and extracted the information for some nefarious purpose.You don't want that. Even if it does require an extra bit of work on your part, being safe is so much better than being sorry. What do you do? You encrypt your email (or the email containing sensitive information). What is email encryption?Email encryption is a way to restrict an email such that only the recipient can read it. This works by way of encryption key pairs like so:The recipient creates a GPG key pair (consisting of a public and a private key) and sends the public key to you.You import the public key into your keyring.You then send a message to the recipient's email address (associated with the newly imported key).The recipient receives the email and can read it because they have the private key that matches the public key you imported.If the email is intercepted on the way, it cannot be read without the matching private key. That, of course, brings up one crucial issue that cannot be stressed enough -- never share your private key with anyone.Yes, adding encryption to email does add extra steps to your process, but when dealing with sensitive information, those extra steps will be well worth the effort.Because every email client does this differently, I'm going to demonstrate using the open-sourceThunderbirdapplication. I'm also going to demonstrate how to create your GPG key (using GnuPG), so you can help your recipients generate the necessary key pairs and send you their private keys.Here's how it works.How to encrypt your email 1. Generate a key pair I'll be demonstrating on Pop!_OS Linux, but this will work the same way on any platform that supportsGnuPG(Linux and MacOS).Also: Ready for something different? I recommend this Linux distro to newbies and experts For the Windows OS, you'll need to useGpg4win.To generate a key pair, open a terminal window and issue the command: Show more gpg --full-generate-keyYou'll be asked the following questions (answer with the defaults): Please select what kind of key you want:What key size do you want?The key is valid for?Also: This simple Gmail trick gave me another 15GB of storage for free - and I didn't lose any filesWhen prompted, type y to verify the creation of the key. You'll then be required to add a real name, an email address associated with the key, and an optional comment. Finally, you'll be required to type and verify a password for the new key pair. After that, your key is created and ready for export. 2. Export the public key Next, we need to export the public key so it can then be sent to the person who will need to send you an encrypted email.To export the key, issue the command: Show more gpg --export -a "EMAIL" > public_keyWhere EMAIL is the email associated with the key you just generated. Once you've generated the file (named public_key), send it to the person who will be encrypting the email to you. 3. Importing a public key Next, we need to import the public key that was sent to you. Open Thunderbird, click the Menu button and click Account Settings.Also: Five reasons why email will never dieIn the left sidebar, click End-To-End Encryption and then click OpenPGP Key Manager. Show more Gaining access to the OpenPGP manager from within Thunderbird. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNET 4. Select All Files Click File > Import Public Key From File, and then make sure to select All Files from the drop-down at the bottom right corner of the window. Show more Importing the public key from within the OpenPGP Key Manager. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNET 5. Locate the key Locate the file you saved (the public key from the recipient that will receive your email) and click Open. In the resulting window, select Accepted (unverified) and click OK. The key will be imported and ready to use. Show more Importing Henry Jekyll's key might not be the best idea, but I'm going for it. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNET 6. Close the Key Manager and compose a new message Close the Key Manager and go back to the Thunderbird main window. Compose a new message to the email address associated with the encryption key, and then (in the email compose window) click the Security drop-down and click the checkboxes for Require Encryption and Digitally Sign This Message.Also: The Thunderbird email client finally landed on Android, and it was worth the waitSend the message as normal, and it will be encrypted such that the only person who can decrypt it is the owner of the private key that matches the public key you imported. Show more Encrypting and signing your new email. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNETAnd that is how email encryption works. I hope you find this to be much easier than you expected, and that it will inspire you to start using this extra security layer in your email communications.Is there a difference between secure and encrypted email?Yes. Secure email refers to the security of the connection used to send and receive email (with every step along the way being secure), whereas encrypted email is when the content of the email is encrypted, so only the intended recipient can read the content.Can you encrypt email for free?Yes. With tools like OpenPGP and Gpg4win, you can encrypt email for free on your local email client (such as Thunderbird and Outlook).See also

Being in the dark is disorienting and can be dangerous if you hurt yourself. That's why flashlights are an essential item for emergency preparedness. Flashlights can help you see your surrounding clearly during power outages, walking the dog, or during nighttime outdoor activities like camping or hiking. While theaverage handheldor phone flashlight shines a decent beam, there are significantly brighter options available built for more pressing circumstances or simply easier navigability."A super bright flashlight is good for anytime you need to travel in the woods at night, or if you need to find something at night." Jason Hitchcock, founder of Survival Stoic Also: The best portable power stationsAn outdoor enthusiast myself, I rounded up some of the best and brightest flashlights I've come across, keeping in mind real-life factors that can decrease a light's output, which raw lumen outputs don't usually represent. I also spoke to survivalists, campers, and flashlight enthusiasts who have used and recommended some of their favorite models.What is the brightest flashlight right now?The world's brightest flashlight, the Imalent MS32, clocks in at 200,000 lumens and has a built-in fan to keep the unit from overheating in your hands. While this is the most powerful option, it does have a steep price tag, and the flashlight enthusiasts and experts I spoke with agree that it's not the only option for outdoor pursuits, severe weather supply arsenal, or even photography lighting. Read on to see all of the best brightest flashlight options for you. Sort by All The brightest flashlights of 2025 Show less View now at Amazon The brightest flashlight you can currently get is the Imalent MS32. Its maximum output gets up to a blinding 200,000 lumens -- beating its previous title-winning 120,000 lumen iteration (the Imalent SR32). This model has eight settings, including cold and warm light options and a moonlight and strobe mode. When switched on, the Imalent MS32 emits the highest brightness level for about 45 seconds before dimming to 40,000 lumens, which it can sustain for about 40 minutes.As the world's brightest flashlight, the Imalent MS32 also has a heat pipe cooling system that uses three cooling fans to ensure high performance (and to prevent overheating in your hands). In addition, the IP56 rating means the flashlight is water and dust-resistant.While not for everyday carry, this flashlight would serve well for emergency use cases or if you want the bragging rights of owning the world's brightest flashlight. However, at $800, it's clear that the cost of the world's brightest flashlight is a luxury.Imalent MS32 tech specs: Lumens: 200,000 lumens |Beam distance:5,308 feet |Peak beam intensity:655000cd|Battery Life:18 hours on lowest setting|IP Rating:IP56 Pros World's brightest flashlight Long distance reach Impressive battery life 8 different settings Cons Not ideal for everyday use Heavy at almost 12 pounds The brightest flashlight you can currently get is the Imalent MS32. Its maximum output gets up to a blinding 200,000 lumens -- beating its previous title-winning 120,000 lumen iteration (the Imalent SR32). This model has eight settings, including cold and warm light options and a moonlight and strobe mode. When switched on, the Imalent MS32 emits the highest brightness level for about 45 seconds before dimming to 40,000 lumens, which it can sustain for about 40 minutes.As the world's brightest flashlight, the Imalent MS32 also has a heat pipe cooling system that uses three cooling fans to ensure high performance (and to prevent overheating in your hands). In addition, the IP56 rating means the flashlight is water and dust-resistant.While not for everyday carry, this flashlight would serve well for emergency use cases or if you want the bragging rights of owning the world's brightest flashlight. However, at $800, it's clear that the cost of the world's brightest flashlight is a luxury.Imalent MS32 tech specs: Lumens: 200,000 lumens |Beam distance:5,308 feet |Peak beam intensity:655000cd|Battery Life:18 hours on lowest setting|IP Rating:IP56 Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Amazon Another option from Imalent may not beam as bright as the world's brightest flashlight, but is still a shining star, packing in 55,000 lumens with 16 LEDs. The turbo setting puts out 55,000 lumens for 42 seconds before going down to 11,000 lumens, which it can sustain for 50 minutes.There are six total settings, including a middle output of 4,200 lumens and a low output of 1,200 lumens. A built-in thermal control module will automatically adjust the brightness output so that you can use the flashlight comfortably without overheating. Amazon reviewers also note and were impressed by the flashlight's 736,000 candela rating, the unit of luminous intensity in the International System of Units (SI).Steven Short, a flashlight enthusiast and who reviews flashlights and everyday carry (EDC) items on his YouTube channel, said that at 55,000 lumens, it's definitely bright enough to temporarily blind an attacker if you are ever in a situation when alone at night."I've used it on camping trips to light up the campsite at night. Instead of using a smaller one and having to move around with it wherever I needed to see, the Imalent SR16 is bright enough to illuminate the whole area for me," Short said.Imalent SR16 tech specs: Lumens:55,000 lumens |Beam distance:5,627 feet |Peak beam intensity:736000cd |Battery life:7 hours (on lowest setting)|IPRating:IP56 Pros Powerful to protect in emergency outdoors situations Can sustain 11,000 lumens for almost an hour Solid beam distance Cons Customer service could be better Another option from Imalent may not beam as bright as the world's brightest flashlight, but is still a shining star, packing in 55,000 lumens with 16 LEDs. The turbo setting puts out 55,000 lumens for 42 seconds before going down to 11,000 lumens, which it can sustain for 50 minutes.There are six total settings, including a middle output of 4,200 lumens and a low output of 1,200 lumens. A built-in thermal control module will automatically adjust the brightness output so that you can use the flashlight comfortably without overheating. Amazon reviewers also note and were impressed by the flashlight's 736,000 candela rating, the unit of luminous intensity in the International System of Units (SI).Steven Short, a flashlight enthusiast and who reviews flashlights and everyday carry (EDC) items on his YouTube channel, said that at 55,000 lumens, it's definitely bright enough to temporarily blind an attacker if you are ever in a situation when alone at night."I've used it on camping trips to light up the campsite at night. Instead of using a smaller one and having to move around with it wherever I needed to see, the Imalent SR16 is bright enough to illuminate the whole area for me," Short said.Imalent SR16 tech specs: Lumens:55,000 lumens |Beam distance:5,627 feet |Peak beam intensity:736000cd |Battery life:7 hours (on lowest setting)|IPRating:IP56 Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Amazon Not only does this flashlight have a great battery life, but it's built-in 54Wh power rechargeable pack can also be used to charge your phone when you're exploring the outdoors at night.On the bright side (pun intended), the flashlight puts out 14,000 lumens from 12 LEDs, and has two separate modes: floodlight to shine across wide areas and spotlight to zone in on a specific direction. Each of these modes has seven modes that range in lumen count and intensity."A friend of mine owns this flashlight and I have used it while hiking with him at night. It is super bright and really lights up the woods," Jason Hitchcock, founder of emergency preparedness siteSurvival Stoic, told ZDNET. "It has an adjustable brightness setting which is nice when you don't need the high brightness. When we meet others on the trail or need to look at something in our pack for example I can turn it down."In addition, customers who purchased this flashlight noted that the quality of its build is top notch, and it feels sturdy and reliable in hand. However, they also said the temperature can get hot holding this one.Olight Marauder 2 tech specs:Lumens:14,000 lumens |Beam distance: 2,625 feet |Peak beam intensity:160000cd |Battery life:59 hours on lowest mode |IP Rating:IPX8 Pros Can charge other devices Quality build Spotlight and floodlight mode options Cons Temperature can get hot Not only does this flashlight have a great battery life, but it's built-in 54Wh power rechargeable pack can also be used to charge your phone when you're exploring the outdoors at night.On the bright side (pun intended), the flashlight puts out 14,000 lumens from 12 LEDs, and has two separate modes: floodlight to shine across wide areas and spotlight to zone in on a specific direction. Each of these modes has seven modes that range in lumen count and intensity."A friend of mine owns this flashlight and I have used it while hiking with him at night. It is super bright and really lights up the woods," Jason Hitchcock, founder of emergency preparedness siteSurvival Stoic, told ZDNET. "It has an adjustable brightness setting which is nice when you don't need the high brightness. When we meet others on the trail or need to look at something in our pack for example I can turn it down."In addition, customers who purchased this flashlight noted that the quality of its build is top notch, and it feels sturdy and reliable in hand. However, they also said the temperature can get hot holding this one.Olight Marauder 2 tech specs:Lumens:14,000 lumens |Beam distance: 2,625 feet |Peak beam intensity:160000cd |Battery life:59 hours on lowest mode |IP Rating:IPX8 Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Amazon The TrustFire DF50 is technically a scuba diving light, but it also proves to be a pretty useful light if you're a photographer looking to illuminate dark spaces or if you're simply looking for a reliable and decently bright flashlight. It can run for 3.4 hours on the highest setting at 6,500 lumens as well as 6.8 hours at 1,000 lumens. The flashlight has white light, red light, and UV light, making it perfect for places underwater or in a cave."This thing has 6,500 lumens and is made specifically for filming (so no flickering),"said Nick Poulson, a flashlight collector and abandoned mine explorer."It not only provides a bright light but also offers a red light and, as if that were not enough, it also has a black light setting. Truly an awesome and fun feature to use in deep, dark mines where minerals line the walls, ready to be illuminated," he said.Poulson added that the only downside to this light is that heat is emitted after long periods of use. However, Amazon reviewers said the 12-hour battery life makes up for that.TrustFire DF50tech specs: Lumens:6,500 lumens |Beam distance:Up to 345 feet|Peak beam intensity:2756cd |Battery life:Up to 12 hours|IPRating:Waterproof up to 230 feet Pros UV and red light options Completely waterproof Good battery life Cons Emitted heat can be uncomfortable to the touch Problems with ball joint The TrustFire DF50 is technically a scuba diving light, but it also proves to be a pretty useful light if you're a photographer looking to illuminate dark spaces or if you're simply looking for a reliable and decently bright flashlight. It can run for 3.4 hours on the highest setting at 6,500 lumens as well as 6.8 hours at 1,000 lumens. The flashlight has white light, red light, and UV light, making it perfect for places underwater or in a cave."This thing has 6,500 lumens and is made specifically for filming (so no flickering),"said Nick Poulson, a flashlight collector and abandoned mine explorer."It not only provides a bright light but also offers a red light and, as if that were not enough, it also has a black light setting. Truly an awesome and fun feature to use in deep, dark mines where minerals line the walls, ready to be illuminated," he said.Poulson added that the only downside to this light is that heat is emitted after long periods of use. However, Amazon reviewers said the 12-hour battery life makes up for that.TrustFire DF50tech specs: Lumens:6,500 lumens |Beam distance:Up to 345 feet|Peak beam intensity:2756cd |Battery life:Up to 12 hours|IPRating:Waterproof up to 230 feet Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at B&H Photo-Video If you're looking for a bright flashlight that checks multiple boxes, this one from Fenix is a great pick. Its rugged design is made of anodized aluminum for extra durability, and it boasts a replaceable, rechargeable 5,000mAh battery. A single charge offers more than 40 hours of use.The company claims a lumen output of 2,800, but in our lab testing, the Fenix PD36R started out at an impressive 3,618 lumens. After one minute, we measured the lux (the amount of light that falls on a surface) to be 122.6 lumens per square meter, and then 46.9 lumens after five minutes. The flashlight was also able to shine at a distance of 414 yards, which is plenty of distance for the average person.The flashlight is classified as an everyday carry (EDC) flashlight, although some verified customers note that it is a bit large for an EDC. Still, it has a two-way body clip you can attach to your bag, purse, backpack, or belt for easy access.Fenix PD36R tech specs: Lumens:2,800 |Beam distance:1,242 feet| Peak beam intensity: 36,600 cd |Battery life:~42 hours|IP Rating:IP68+ Pros Powerful beam Extended runtime 10-minute quick-charge Cons Brightest setting reduces battery life to 3 hours If you're looking for a bright flashlight that checks multiple boxes, this one from Fenix is a great pick. Its rugged design is made of anodized aluminum for extra durability, and it boasts a replaceable, rechargeable 5,000mAh battery. A single charge offers more than 40 hours of use.The company claims a lumen output of 2,800, but in our lab testing, the Fenix PD36R started out at an impressive 3,618 lumens. After one minute, we measured the lux (the amount of light that falls on a surface) to be 122.6 lumens per square meter, and then 46.9 lumens after five minutes. The flashlight was also able to shine at a distance of 414 yards, which is plenty of distance for the average person.The flashlight is classified as an everyday carry (EDC) flashlight, although some verified customers note that it is a bit large for an EDC. Still, it has a two-way body clip you can attach to your bag, purse, backpack, or belt for easy access.Fenix PD36R tech specs: Lumens:2,800 |Beam distance:1,242 feet| Peak beam intensity: 36,600 cd |Battery life:~42 hours|IP Rating:IP68+ Read More Show Expert Take Show less What is the world's brightest flashlight? The world's brightest flashlight is currently the Imalent MS32 which has a maximum output of 200,000 lumens that can reach up to 5,308 feet. This crazy bright flashlight also has a heat pipe cooling system that uses cooling fans for ensured safety.FlashlightPriceLumensBeam distanceImalent MS32$750Up to 200,000 lumens 5,308 feetImalent SR16$370Up to 55,000 lumens 5,627 feet Olight Marauder 2$330Up to 14,000 lumens 2,625 feetTrustFire DF50$137Up to 6,500 lumens 345 feet Fenix PD36R Pro$110Up to 2,800 lumens 1,242 feet Show more Which bright flashlight is right for you? Every flashlight on this list is bright, and some emit more lumens than others. The best bright flashlight for you really depends on the size you're looking for, and how much you're willing to spend.Choose this bright flashlight...If you want...Imalent MS32The brightest flashlight overall. The Imalent MS32 is for flashlight enthusiasts willing to spend $800 on a flashlight.Imalent SR16A flashlight built for outdoors situations. It gets up to 55,000 lumens, but can sustain 11,000 lumens for almost an hour.Olight Marauder 2A flashlight with a great battery life that can also charge other devices with its battery pack. It has two modes: spotlight and floodlight.TrustFire DF50Something for photography. It has red and UV light to shine light in extra dark places, like underwater or in a cave.Fenix PD36R ProAn affordable flashlight with versatile uses and a rugged design. Show more Factors to consider when choosing the brightest flashlight If you're looking to buy a bright flashlight, you should consider the following:Lumens: Look at each flashlight's lumen counts, paying attention to higher lumens that shine bright. Remember to be mindful that the lumens claimed by manufacturers are not always 100% certain.Beam distance:Light won't matter if it can't go far. Consider each flashlight's beam distance to ensure the top picks had long throws.Durability: The brightest flashlights should be built with ruggedness and durability in mind, since their use-cases are mostly for the outdoors.Price:While the brightest flashlight in the world is expensive at $800, there are more affordable options for different price points. Show more How did we choose the best and brightest flashlights? ZDNET ranked the brightest flashlights by researching each flashlight extensively and spending time reading real customer reviews of each product (both the good, and the bad). We also sought out and spoke to experts such as flashlight enthusiasts and collectors, survivalists, and explorers who have personally used these flashlights and recommend them. Show more FAQs on flashlights What are lumens? A lumen is a unit of measurement for the intensity of the light coming out of a flashlight. A high lumen output means that the flashlight shines bright.These brightest flashlights emit the most lumens of all flashlights on the market, when on the brightest setting, although many have multiple brightness options.Keep in mind that many flashlight manufacturers exaggerate their claimed lumens, and the lumen output may vary depending on your use case with the flashlight. Show more How many lumens does a good flashlight emit? The average flashlight emits about 100 lumens. However, any "good" flashlight worth buying will be greater than 1,000 lumens. It really depends on how you will be using your flashlight, and you probably don't need the world's brightest flashlight to look under the seats of your car. Show more Is brightest always best? Bright flashlights that have a high lumen output are good for some scenarios, but they are most certainly not always the best. Short said super bright flashlights can actually make it harder to see."Brightest isn't always best for a lot of people. When flashlights are really bright, you get a lot of the beam shining off of things and back towards you, sometimes making it hard to see," he said.Poulson agrees and said that a higher lumen count will drain your flashlight's battery quicker."12,000 lumens do me little good if I can only use it for an hour or so. If I can get all-day use out of a 1,000-light, then that's what I want," he said. "Also, a rechargeable battery is far more valuable to me than one that takes non-rechargeable ones. The way I use them, it would cost too much to have to replace batteries."However, use cases for a bright flashlight still exist, and you may find yourself needing the brightest in a situation."[Bright flashlights] could be used by a search and rescue scenario where you need to illuminate a wide broad surface area," Short added. "You could also use a high lumen output light for self-defense to temporarily blind an attacker so you can remove yourself from a potentially horrible and scary situation." Show more What is an EDC flashlight? EDC stands for everyday carry, and these flashlights are characteristically smaller than other models and can easily fit in your pocket. EDC lights are also known for being durable and have waterproof and shockproof features. Show more Alternative bright flashlights to considerMeet the experts ZDNET sourced external industry experts for this article. Here is more information about them:Jason Hitchcock: Founder of Survival Stoic. He has an engineering degree, a problem-solving background, and has enjoyed being an outdoorsman for over 45 years.Steven Short: A flashlight enthusiast and who reviews flashlights and everyday carry (EDC) items on his YouTube channel. He currently has over 170 videos.Nick Poulson: An avid flashlight collector and abandoned mine explorer. He has his own YouTube channel with more than 4.5K subscribers where he explores old mines. Show more Further ZDNET Tech Coverage Smartphones Smartwatches Tablets Laptops TVs Other Tech Resources ZDNET Recommends

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What just happened? VideoLAN hit the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this week to showcase some AI-based enhancements destined for its popular VLC media player. Chief among them is automatic subtitle generation, which runs on local and open-source AI models rather than having to tap into a cloud-based service. As President Jean-Baptiste Kempf demonstrated in a video shared on VideoLAN's X account, the tech will also be able to translate subtitles to your preferred language on the fly. According to Kempf, more than 100 languages will eventually be supported.The Verge notes that AI-powered subtitling has been in development for a while now, albeit as a plug-in that uses OpenAI's Whisper speech recognition system. What VideoLAN is showing off at CES, however, is built directly into the VLC executable and works in real time.VideoLAN also used its time at CES to celebrate a new milestone: over six billion downloads worldwide.VLC was originally conceived as a client / server to stream video from satellite dishes in the late 90s, but was eventually rewritten from the ground up and released under a GNU General Public License in early 2001. These days, it's among the most popular cross-platform media players on the market. The program is beloved by fans for its ease of use, compatibility across a variety of operating systems, and support for a range of video formats, and is even a TechSpot Editors' Pick. // Related StoriesSix billion downloads is no doubt an impressive milestone, but it may be on the conservative side. Presumably, VideoLAN is only counting downloads from its own site. If true, it wouldn't account for the numerous additional downloads tallied from third-party hosts. I'm not sure how one would get a more accurate estimate of true downloads, but surely it's more than 6 billion.Kempf didn't say when the new AI-based features would find their way to the public release of VLC media player. The latest release, version 3.0.21, dropped in October 2024 and is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

What just happened? Another TV has been unveiled at CES that is expected to be as technologically stunning as it is expensive (i.e., extremely). Samsung has shown off a prototype 98-inch LCD 8K television that uses an RGB microLED backlight, which offers several advantages over miniLED backlighting. Samsung showed off a display labeled RGB Micro LED at its First Look event the day before CES began, reports FlatpanelsHD. However, Samsung has been producing microLED TVs for years, most of which are very large and stunningly expensive.The reason why this particular TV was on display was because it's the first LCD TV that uses microLED backlighting. Compared to miniLED backlighting, it features at least three times more LEDs, meaning increased brightness, a larger number of dimming zones, and better energy efficiency.Courtesy of FlatpanelsHDYesterday, Hisense revealed the 116-inch UX TV. It said the RGB miniLED backlighting offers improved luminance and color accuracy compared to standard miniLED TVs. TCL is also introducing the same technology this year. Samsung says its RGB microLED version is even better.TV technology moves fast. Samsung wants to release its 8K RGB microLED TV this year. The company has just revealed its flagship QN990F, an 8K NEO QLED that it calls its most advanced television to date. It's unclear if the RGB microLED TV will sit above that model on its product stack. // Related StoriesSamsung has long been releasing enormous, comically expensive full microLED sets, such as The Wall, a 146-inch modular TV that was available in a 292-inch version in 2019. The Korean giant made a more living room-friendly 75-inch microLED TV a year later, followed by a 110-inch version in 2020. There has also been an 89-inch model.In May, Samsung launched a 114-inch microLED television (above) that cost $150,000 in the US. It was so expensive that Samsung sold it bundled with an $8,000 8K TV.MicroLED TVs have several advantages over OLED, including brighter colors, being more power-efficient, faster response times, and improved brightness. Samsung's new RGB microLED backlit set won't have all these benefits, but it will be cheaper than the company's current $110,000 89-inch microLED model. A $40,000+ price tag is still likely, though.

What just happened? Nvidia has unveiled a new personal supercomputer, sparking speculation that it may be preparing to enter the consumer CPU market. With its strong credentials in graphics processing and AI technologies, Nvidia could bring innovation and heightened competition to a market long dominated by a few major players. Nvidia has sparked speculation about its entry into the consumer CPU market with the unveiling of Project Digits at CES 2025. This $3,000 personal AI supercomputer features the new GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, a 20-core desktop CPU co-developed with MediaTek.Project Digits delivers an astounding one petaflop of AI computing power roughly 1,000 times more powerful than the average laptop. This performance level, once exclusive to large data centers or specialized facilities, enables users to run AI models with up to 200 billion parameters locally, eliminating the need to rely on cloud resources. Despite its power, the device is remarkably compact, comparable in size to a brick.However, Project Digits is not a mass-market product. Running on a custom Linux system tailored for AI developers, its $3,000 price point positions it as a specialized tool for advanced AI development rather than a consumer-grade device.The partnership with MediaTek for the GB10 Superchip has raised eyebrows, as the collaboration on the Arm-based processor signals Nvidia's serious intent to develop consumer-grade CPUs and compete in a market currently dominated by Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm.Speculation about Nvidia entering the consumer CPU market has been circulating since October 2023, when reports suggested that Nvidia and AMD were working on Arm-based chips for a planned 2025 launch. // Related StoriesNvidia CEO Jensen Huang, speaking at an investor presentation, hinted at broader ambitions for the new CPU. "You know, obviously we have plans," Huang teased, while declining to provide specific details. He added that he would "wait to tell you" what these plans entail, fueling further speculation about Nvidia's strategy.Huang also hinted that MediaTek might bring the CPU to market independently, creating what he described as a "great win-win" situation. This collaboration has the potential to reshape the competitive CPU market significantly.Nvidia's moves come at a time of dramatic change in the PC processor market. Qualcomm has made significant inroads with its Arm-based Snapdragon X Elite processors, which demonstrate performance and power efficiency comparable to Apple's MacBooks. These advancements have put pressure on traditional x86 systems from Intel and AMD. Additionally, Nvidia's entry coincides with the expiration of Qualcomm's exclusive agreements in the Arm-based PC sector, opening opportunities for new competitors.2024 marked a turning point for Windows on Arm, with the platform finally realizing its potential. As Nvidia and others join the fray, 2025 could become a pivotal year in the ongoing battle between x86 and Arm architectures.Huang also revealed Nvidia's plans to bridge the gap between Linux, the preferred operating system for AI developers, and Microsoft Windows, which dominates the consumer market. The company intends to leverage Microsoft's Windows Subsystem for Linux technology to create a product that supports both platforms seamlessly."We're going to make that a mainstream product," Huang said, adding that Nvidia will support it with their professional-grade software offerings.

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsDoes the OnePlus 13 have a 120Hz refresh rate?Does the OnePlus 13R have a 120Hz refresh rate?How higher refresh rates evolved and their benefitsOnePlus has just launched its latest flagship, the OnePlus 13, alongside its budget sibling, the OnePlus 13R. As well as packing a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and both an IP68 and IP69 rating that allows you to use the phone in the shower, it looks like we can expect great things from the OnePlus 13s 6.82-inch screen, particularly when it comes to the refresh rate.The OnePlus 13s screen looks set to impress, with a 2K resolution and peak brightness of 4,500 nits. Its the refresh rate were most excited about, however. The flagship phones display will boast a variable refresh rate of between 1Hz to 120Hz. That means the phone adjusts its refresh rate to suit the content displayed on the screen, ensuring a smoother display and saving battery life.Recommended VideosThe OnePlus 13R may retail for only $600, but we can confirm that the successor to the OnePlus 12R will also pack a variable 1 to 120Hz refresh rate, just like its flagship sibling and predecessor. This time around, expect a 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with 2,780 x 1,264 resolution and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits.RelatedJoe Maring / Digital TrendsWhether youre planning to pick up the OnePlus 13 or OnePlus 13R, or you have your eye on another 120Hz device, how much do you really know about the benefits of higher refresh rates and why you should shop for a device that offers them?Refresh rate measures how many times the static image on a screen changes each second (how many frames it shows) in Hertz (Hz).Here are a few of the key benefits you can expect from higher refresh rates:Smoother visuals: Scrolling, transitions, and animations are all smoother on screens with a higher refresh rate.Improved video viewing: When watching video content, youll notice less tearing and stuttering.Enhanced gaming experience: If you game on your smartphone, youll notice less motion blur, more precise controls, and more responsive gameplay, particularly when playing the latest graphically demanding games.Enhanced responsiveness: Whether youre swiping or tapping, everything you do on your screen will feel more immediate and accurate with a higher refresh rate.The history of refresh ratesAndy Boxall / Digital TrendsWere not going to dive deep into a comprehensive history of refresh rates here, but when youre in the market for a new phone, it pays to know how the features youre shopping for evolved over time.At the dawn of the smartphone era, nobody cared much about refresh rates. We were simply happy calling, texting, and browsing the web on our shiny new devices, with most phones packing a standard 60Hz display. As smartphones evolved into powerhouses for media and gaming, refresh rates took off. In 2017, the Razer Phone landed with its 120Hz LCD display. It was followed by the OnePlus 7 Pro in 2019, with a 90Hz OLED screen, while the Pixel 4 series arrived a few months later, also boasting a 90Hz panel.By 2020, 120Hz OLED screens became the norm across flagship Android devices, with the Samsung Galaxy S20 lineup leading the pack.Today, youll find some flagship or gaming phones offering refresh rates of 144Hz or even higher, like the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro with its 165Hz refresh rate or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro with its 240Hz display.Unlike Android, Apple has been slow to embrace higher refresh rates across its iPhone lineup. The iPhone 13, 14, 15, and 16 all sport a 60Hz refresh rate, though its iPhone Pro models boast adaptive 120Hz screens. Apple is rumored to be adopting a 120Hz refresh rate across the entire iPhone 17 lineup, however.Editors Recommendations

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsThe Inheritance (2023)Joan (2024)What Remains (2013)The Responder (2022-present)Age Before Beauty (2018)Life in Squares (2015)The Victim (2019)Time (2021-2023)Why Didnt They Ask Evans? (2022)Pride & Prejudice (1995)Remember that old saying, There are 100 channels, and nothings on? Well, the opposite is true nowadays. That theres an abundance of high-quality TV shows is both a reward and a punishment, as its tough to find the right program to watch amid a sea of content. And thats just British television!From the BBC to Channel 4 to ITV, British television is in its second Golden Age, and BritBox has most of the good stuff. The streamer has hundreds of comedies, dramas, period pieces, soap operas, morning chat programs, and reality series at its disposal, and the following 10 shows are the best it has to offer in 2025.Recommended VideosInterested in more great British programming? Then check out the best British TV shows on Netflix, 3 great BritBox shows you should watch right now, and the 5 most anticipated British crime shows of 2025.RelatedChannel 5Why is a reading of a will so dramatic? Tons of movies and shows use it as a plot device, and it almost always works. Thats especially true with The Inheritance, a modern riff on William Shakespeares King Lear. Its no spoiler to reveal Dennis Watson, the elderly man at the center of the plot, turns up dead in the opening episode. His three grown children Daniel, Chloe, and Sian are shocked, but not nearly as much as when they all found out theyd been cut from dear dads will and deprived of a hefty cash windfall.Why were they deprived of their rightful inheritance when they all seemingly had a decent, if strained, relationship with their father? And did Dennis really die of natural causes, or was it foul play? Across its four episodes, The Inheritance dishes up juicy family melodrama and a central mystery that will keep you hooked.Joan | New Series | BBC PlayerJoan Hannington is a woman with few options. Still only in her 20s, she has a 6-year-old daughter, Kelly, whom she adores, and a husband, Boise, whom she loathes. Her life is seemingly over before its even begun, except Joan decides one day to change things up: Shell become a jewel thief.At first, she gets all the fur coats and diamond earrings she could ever desire, but her new taste for crime has a cost, and soon, her secret life as a thief threatens not only her but her entire family as well. Game of Thrones vet Sophie Turner stars as the title character in this acclaimed drama, which is based on actual events. There really was a Joan Hannington, and she really did become The Godmother of the British criminal underworld. Her story proves the adage that life is sometimes stranger than fiction and more interesting as a result.BritBoxWhat Remains has an intriguing premise: A dead body is found in the top floor apartment of a tenement building in downtown London. To make matters worse, the body, which used to be a young woman named Melissa (Jessica Gunning), had been there for two years. Why had no one noticed a rotting corpse in their building? And why did no one from Melissas family or friends report her missing?Thats what Detective Len Harper (David Threlfall) wants to find out as he interviews the other occupants of the building, which include a man and his pregnant partner, a married couple who work as designers, and a middle-aged teacher who secretly shares his flat with a younger companion. All of them have something to hide, but who had a role in Jessicas murder? What Remains features a bevy of future stars, including Lookings Russell Tovey and Baby Reindeers Gunning, in a four-part mystery that will keep you guessing right up until the end.The Responder | Trailer BBCChris Carson isnt having the best time of his life. Hes a glorified night security guard following an illustrious career as an inspector, his current Liverpool apartment is depressing as hell, and he has to go to therapy to deal with some past trauma thats destroyed his personal life. To make matters worse, hes been assigned a new partner, Rachel, whose sunny optimism annoys him to no end.When he tries to save an innocent man from a drug deal that has gone terribly wrong, Chris sees an opportunity to turn his life around. But can he escape from the sins of his past? The Responder is both a great British crime procedural and a fascinating portrait of a man slowly piecing his life back together. As Carson, Martin Freeman, best known for his comedic work in Love Actually and the British version of The Office, gives a terrific performance thats worth watching the show for him alone.Age Before Beauty | Trailer | BritBoxManchester is famously known as the hometown of The Beatles, but it also serves as the location for some pretty wonderful British shows. One of them is Age Before Beauty, a six-episode series that follows the trials and tribulations of Bel (Polly Walker), a fortysomething woman who decides to become a business owner. The business is the family salon, which has seen better days and is the source of inner family conflict that Bel is caught in the middle of.Life could be a drag for Bel, but she is aided by her loving husband of 25 years, Wesley (James Murray), and her best friend, Teddy (Grantchesters Robson Green), who just happens to be married to Bels sister. Age Before Beauty shows a different side of British life, one filled with tattoo parlors and working-class folk struggling to get by. If you are tired of all the murder mysteries and costume dramas that dominate BritBox, give this one a try. You wont regret it.BritBoxOne of the most famous female authors ever is Virginia Woolf, who wrote such classic novels as The Waves and Mrs. Dallowayand who was memorably portrayed by Nicole Kidman and her prosthetic schnoz in the excellent 2002 film The Hours. But most people dont know about her life as the queen of her social scene in the early 20th century and her complicated relationship with her sister Vanessa.Life in Squares will change that. The three-part miniseries paints in vivid detail Virginias life among the Bloomsbury Group, a lively circle of artists, bohemians, and intellectuals who traded ideas, jokes, criticisms, and (sometimes) lovers with each other. One such lover was Duncan Grant (James Norton), a bisexual Scottish artist who attracts and confounds Virginia. Life in Squares is a costume drama thats vivacious and a bit naughty, and its the perfect way to spend 2025 getting to know a historical figure who is largely remembered today as a suicidal manic-depressive with a severe case of writers block.The Victim: Trailer - BBCWeve all heard those stories of kids murdering other kids, especially in Britain. Child offenders are never named in the press, and due to their age, they are often sentenced to juvenile detention until they turn 18 or are deemed fit to re-enter society as adults. But what happens to them then? Thats the question The Victim wrestles with as it focuses on the mother of a murdered child who thinks shes found the person responsible as a grown man. After she posts his name and address online, he is violently attacked and claims hes not the murderer of her child.Who is to be believed? And should the mother be held accountable for her actions, which caused a potentially innocent man to almost lose his life? The Victim is not your typical crime drama, as theres nothing exaggerated about its central murder. This is an all-too-real issue, and The Victim doesnt diminish its subject matter with cheap theatrics. Its a well-rounded drama, with a great lead performance by Scottish actress Kelly Macdonald (Gosford Park) as the still-grieving mother.Time | Sean Bean and Stephen Graham prison thriller | Trailer - BBCLife in Great Britain isnt all crumpets and afternoon tea. It has problems just like anywhere else, and that includes an imperfect prison system that could be better at handling criminals. His Majestys Prison Service is the primary location for Time, a two-season anthology show that received widespread critical acclaim when it premiered in 2021.The first season focuses on Mark (Sean Bean), who just entered prison and is actually guilty of the crime he committed. Racked with guilt, he struggles to adjust to prison life and befriends a sympathetic prison officer, Eric (Stephen Graham). In the second season, the show focuses on three women Orla (Doctor Whos Jodie Whittaker), Abi (Tamara Lawrance), and Kelsey (The Last of Us starBella Ramsey) who are all experiencing prison life in different ways. Time is as sobering as it sounds think of it as Britains answer to Oz, that groundbreaking HBO show from the 90s but its also a superb drama that is never less than enthralling to watch.BBCWhy Didnt They Ask Evans? is probably the best mystery ever made with the worst-sounding title. After all, who the heck is Evans? But thats the shows only big flaw, as this sparking adaptation of Agatha Christies 1934 novel contains everything thats so great about the British crime drama: an evocative period and setting; two lead protagonists, Will Poulters Bobby and Lucy Boyntons Frankie, who also share an indelible chemistry with one another; and a genuinely perplexing mystery, one that you cant crack until its solved for you at the end.On a seaside cliff one breezy day, Bobby hits his golf ball over the edge and goes down to the beach to retrieve it. What he finds is shocking: a man lies on the coast dying and manages to say a few final words: Why didnt they ask Evans? Disturbed and intrigued, Bobby vows to solve the mans murder and find the answer to his dying question. This three-episode series adaptation was directed by Houses Hugh Laurie, who keeps things breezy and light even when dead bodies start piling up.BBC1It wouldnt be a complete BritBox list without a period costume drama, so why not watch the best of them all? The 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride & Prejudice is already famous for being one of the best, if not the best, adaptations of Jane Austens comic masterpiece, and thats due to one reason: Colin Firths wet shirt.Well, thats not entirely true; this six-episode limited series faithfully recreates Austens world of genteel courtship and establishes one of the best will they, or wont they? romances between Firths dashing Mr. Darcy and Jennifer Ehles too-proud Elizabeth Bennett. Yes, this version has aged a bit, but its still the most Austen-like of all the Jane Austen shows and movies and will always be worth a watch or two or 10.Editors Recommendations Jason StrussSection Editor, EntertainmentJason Struss joined Digital Trends in 2022 and has never lived to regret it. He is the current Section Editor of the Entertainment vertical and heads a team of over a dozen writers, editors, coordinators, and assorted hangers-on. When hes not busy editing and writing, you can find him tending to his meticulously planned content schedule or dreaming up new ways to get more eyeballs to the site.Jasons love for cinema started when he was 10 years old. Saddled with a nasty cold, he was forced to stay home from school for a full week. To pass the time, he watched a marathon of classic Alfred Hitchcock films on Cinemax and the rest is history. He furthered his film education by raiding used bookstores to read dusty old film criticism volumes and salacious movie star biographies. His real education included studying at Whitman College and then Syracuse University, where he won a student Emmy for producing a truly terrible television series.His career began at Marvel Entertainment, where he worked in the Digital Products department, and then DC Comics, where he worked in publishing and content strategy. He then worked at Warner Bros. and Screen Rant.Jason currently resides in Seattle but has yet to appear in a Cameron Crowe movie. He loves hot coffee with cream and sugar, video games, bread, napping, and movies (duh), but not necessarily in that order. His favorite movies are The Thing, All About Eve, The Ice Storm, Rear Window, Heat, The Cranes are Flying, Belle de Jour, Showgirls, and Clue. He thinks Mad Men is genius, still watches Seinfeld twice a week, and likes listening to shoegaze music, podcasts, and Lana Del Rey. If you see him on the street, please, for the love of God, do not engage in conversation with him. It's Christmas movie season, and although Netflix isn't exactly crawling with family-friendly holiday options, the best family movies on Netflix offer more than enough to entertain the whole family this December. The collection is so extensivethat you probably don't want to have to deal with scrolling through it on family movie night. That's why we do it for you!This December, it's another small update, with just three new additions to this list: That Christmas, Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas, andThe Secret Life of Pets. Read on for all of the best family movies on Netflix now. Read more Classic movie lovers, you're in luck. Netflix has only shed a single classic film since our last update for this post. And while we'll miss Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the additions of Scarface, Psycho, Sixteen Candles, and The Karate Kid more than make up for it.Netflix doesn't have a lot of films from the 1980s and 1970s and even fewer from the 1960s. So it's worth taking the time to appreciate these classics while they're still around. Netflix has a habit of dropping older movies more quickly than modern hits. Chances are some or even all of these movies will be off the streamer by the end of 2024. So make the most of the time you have, and check out the best classic movies on Netflix right now. Need more recommendations? Then check out the best new movies to stream this week, the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+.Read more To close out 2024, Netflix is not adding any new sitcoms in December. The final month of the year is typically quiet among the streamers, but it would have been nice if Netflix had added another underappreciated comedy like A.P. Bio and Detroiters, both of which arrived last month.Rather than leave December without something fun to watch, we're turning the spotlight on A Man On the Inside and Murderville, both of which share a mystery theme between them. The former is a comedy series starring Ted Danson that debuted in late November, while the latter is an experimental comedy for American viewers. You can find those shows and more among the best sitcoms on Netflix right now. Read more