Have you been holding off on buying a new Windows laptop with a super-fast Snapdragon chip because you worried about using a VPN? Well, fret no more! Private Internet Access (PIA) has come to the rescue with a brand new VPN app built specifically for these ARM-based Windows machines.
This is a big deal because, unlike traditional Windows laptops, these new ARM-powered ones can’t run most regular VPN software. PIA is one of the first major VPN providers to address this issue, and more are expected to follow suit soon.
What does this mean for you?
If you have a Windows laptop with a Snapdragon chip and use PIA for online privacy, you can now enjoy all the features and protection PIA offers. This means you can browse the web securely and privately, even on these new devices.
Why was there a delay?
Building software for ARM processors is different from building it for regular Windows machines. PIA basically had to start from scratch to create a compatible app. This explains why it took some time, even though ARM-based laptops have been around for a while.
What about other VPN providers?
PIA might be the first major player, but they won’t be the last. Windscribe and Surfshark already have ARM-native Windows VPN apps too. Big names like NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and ProtonVPN are also working on their own versions.
The future of Windows laptops
The arrival of ARM chips in Windows laptops is a sign of exciting things to come. With PIA leading the way on VPN compatibility, it looks like these new devices won’t have to compromise on security and privacy.