Articles by Efosa Udinmwen, Freelance Journalist

Efosa has been writing about technology for over 7 years, initially driven by curiosity but now fueled by a strong passion for the field. He holds both a Master's and a PhD in sciences, which provided him with a solid foundation in analytical thinking. Efosa developed a keen interest in technology policy, specifically exploring the intersection of privacy, security, and politics. His research delves into how technological advancements influence regulatory frameworks and societal norms, particularly concerning data protection and cybersecurity.

Articles by: Efosa Udinmwen

Synology now allows third party HDDs to boost its NAS sales, meaning you can finally add that sweet 30TB Seagate Exos hard drive

By Efosa Udinmwen published 15 October 25

Synology’s 2025 DiskStation models remove HDD restrictions, allowing full compatibility with third-party drives through the DSM 7.3 update.

World's largest HDD goes on sale in a most unexpected place - 32TB WD Ultrastar DC HC690 surfaces in Russia, but costs an incredible $1,900

By Efosa Udinmwen published 15 October 25

Western Digital’s 32TB Ultrastar DC HC690 is now available in Russia, offering enterprise-level capacity, secure erase features, and limited availability.

Bluehost debuts ultra-low latency web hosting to help sites rank better on Google

By Efosa Udinmwen published 15 October 25

Bluehost expands its global data centers to cut latency and boost website speed, targeting small businesses seeking faster, more reliable hosting.

Cybercriminals used more than 100,000 websites ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day to fleece customers looking for a deal - here's what you should know about staying safe

By Efosa Udinmwen published 14 October 25

NordVPN data reveals cybercriminals built over 120,000 fake Amazon websites before Prime Day, driving a surge in online scams

How many malicious docs does it take to poison an LLM? Far fewer than you might think, Anthropic warns

By Efosa Udinmwen published 14 October 25

Anthropic’s study shows just 250 malicious documents is enough to poison massive AI models.

HMD launches a $48 4G hotspot that doubles as a 'smartphone' with a 3.2-inch display and a pair of cameras - and you can even chat on it

By Efosa Udinmwen published 14 October 25

HMD’s $48 Touch 4G combines a phone and Wi-Fi hotspot into a compact, cloud-powered device designed for affordable connectivity.

Your next smartphone could have SSD-class storage as JEDEC UFS 5.0 specification plans for speeds approaching 11GB/s, faster than PCIe 4.0 SSDs - and yes, it's all because of AI

By Efosa Udinmwen published 14 October 25

UFS 5.0 introduces SSD-class performance to smartphones, enabling faster AI data processing while raising questions about the everyday benefits for users.

China wants to sink data centers underwater - could this be the next frontier in computing?

By Efosa Udinmwen published 13 October 25

China is launching ocean-cooled data centers near Shanghai, using renewable energy to cut cooling costs and advance sustainable computing.

Lenovo quietly launches a Thinkpad business laptop which should definitely appeal to gamers - T16g Gen 3 hides Intel's fastest mobile CPU and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090

By Efosa Udinmwen published 13 October 25

Lenovo ThinkPad T16g Gen 3 merges professional reliability with gaming-class RTX 5090 graphics and AI-ready Intel HX processors.

The Blackview Explore 1 rugged smartphone has some bizarre features - like a second display, an IR remote control, and even 'flame retardancy', whatever that means

By Efosa Udinmwen published 13 October 25

Blackview Explore 1 rugged smartphone is packed with experimental features like dual displays, AI tools, and even “flame retardancy.”

Is this the Rolls-Royce of eGPU docks? Impossibly thin and wood-adorned Humbird has a 500W GaN PSU, an LCD screen, an SSD slot, card readers - and even a quintet of USB ports

By Efosa Udinmwen published 12 October 25

Humbird 3 combines Thunderbolt 5 speed, modular GPU expansion, and efficient GaN power in a slim, multifunctional eGPU dock.

This is the weirdest docking station I've ever seen - Bygital Mac Mini winged dock promises to make your beloved device disappear behind your monitor or under your desk - but that's not its biggest feature

By Efosa Udinmwen published 12 October 25

Bygital’s new dock reimagines the Mac mini setup, hiding it from view while combining docking, SSD expansion, and VESA mounting.

New 20,000mAh rugged smartphone claims to triple onboard system memory to 48GB of RAM using a special trick - Oscal and others need to come clean with their hardware acts

By Efosa Udinmwen published 12 October 25

Oscal Tank 1 pairs a 20,000mAh battery with ambitious hardware claims, yet questions linger over memory accuracy and practicality.

8-core AMD Ryzen Mini PC can power four 8K monitors, has two SSD slots, two Ethernet ports, and even a tiny LCD display - but will you trust a brand you've never heard of?

By Efosa Udinmwen published 11 October 25

The TexHoo ZHR mini PC delivers Ryzen-powered workstation performance with 8K support and an LCD display, yet faces credibility concerns.

Mini PC vendor with the weirdest name ever launches eGPU docks that have a slot for a GPU and...a mini PC - Topfeel does its best to take down desktop PCs

By Efosa Udinmwen published 11 October 25

Topfeel’s G1 and G1 Pro OCulink eGPU docks merge mini PCs and GPUs into one system, redefining compact computing performance.

The Indian WhatsApp? Arattai Messenger set to compete with WhatsApp as it surpasses 5 million downloads in just a few days, flying past Telegram, Messenger, and Snapchat

By Efosa Udinmwen published 11 October 25

Arattai Messenger has soared past five million downloads, surpassing Telegram and Snapchat, but faces scrutiny over its incomplete encryption.

Europe's largest web hosting company abruptly pushes VPS prices up, blames cPanel, Plesk developers for the huge increase in license fees

By Efosa Udinmwen published 11 October 25

Ionos customers face unexpected VPS price increases after Plesk license hikes, sparking outrage over short notice and mid-contract changes.

MaxSun Intel Arc Pro B60 48G Turbo Edition

Ambitious Chinese GPU vendor debuts liquid-cooled, single-slot, dual GPU card with 48GB RAM and the ability to get four of them in a system - sadly, it's the Intel Arc Pro B60

By Efosa Udinmwen published 10 October 25

MaxSun’s Arc Pro B60 pairs dual GPUs with liquid cooling in a single-slot form, promising dense AI and rendering power.

Microsoft just got its hands on 100,000 Nvidia GB300 chips - and all it took was investing $33 billion in these startups

By Efosa Udinmwen published 10 October 25

Microsoft’s $33 billion investment in neocloud providers secures Nvidia GPUs, expands compute access, and raises new antitrust and energy concerns.

Image of Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket

Jeff Bezos dreams of gigawatt data centers in space to solve AI's huge problem with power consumption and power dissipation - could Blue Origin rockets transform into data centers?

By Efosa Udinmwen published 10 October 25

Jeff Bezos envisions gigawatt-scale AI data centers orbiting Earth, powered by endless solar energy, despite huge technical and economic risks.

This PC is truly unique - Minisforum M1-1295 is the first mini PC with no front-facing ports, and the audiophile in me will more than appreciate the three separate audio connectors

By Efosa Udinmwen published 10 October 25

Minisforum M1-1295 combines minimalist design and Intel power, hiding all ports at the back for a cleaner workstation aesthetic.

HP's new portable monitor features the world’s first Neo:LED display - here’s why it matters to creative professionals

By Efosa Udinmwen published 9 October 25

HP’s Series 5 Pro 14" introduces Neo:LED tech in a lightweight, color-accurate portable display built for travel professionals.

HP has an 'affordable' 5K curved ultrawide 49-inch monitor with a 5-megapixel pop-up webcam - it's just a shame about that VA panel

By Efosa Udinmwen published 9 October 25

HP’s 49-inch curved 5K ultrawide monitor targets professionals needing workspace, conferencing tools, and trading flexibility in one affordable setup.

Cybersecurity ensures data protection on internet. Data encryption, firewall, encrypted network, VPN, secure access and authentication defend against malware, hacking, cyber crime and digital threat

Hundreds of free VPN apps are not fit for purpose - but sadly, we can't tell you which are the naughty ones

By Efosa Udinmwen published 9 October 25

Report reveals widespread privacy risks among free VPNs, including outdated code, hidden permissions, and insecure data handling practices.

China's Huawei powers ahead solo with 5G-Advanced, predicts 100 million smartphones will be 5G-A compatible by the end of 2025 - and it's only just getting started

By Efosa Udinmwen published 8 October 25

Huawei outlines 5G-Advanced roadmap linking AI agents, smartphones, and networks, projecting trillions in output, though global adoption remains uncertain.

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