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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H2 is another boring update that does nothing — but here's why I'm happy about that

The Ninja AutoBarista Pro Fully Automatic Espresso Machine lets you make just about any coffee creation you can imagine

I wanted to recommend this Hori gamepad as a cheap Steam Controller alternative, but it's just not worth your money

The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is an impressively inventive robot cleaner that mops very well, but struggles to sweep up the competition

After testing Dreo’s new smart misting fan, I couldn’t imagine my life without it — here’s why

‘A better price for the same performance’: I reviewed Sonos’ cheaper Era 100 SL wireless speaker, and was shocked at how few concessions were made to make this a bargain

The Polaroid Go Gen 3 is a palm-sized instant camera that produces lovely little prints — in the right conditions

Sugar season 2 dials up the Old Hollywood vibes for a sophisticated Apple TV sequel — but I would've loved more focus on season 1's big twist

Oukitel WP500 Ultra review: A flagship rugged phone with a unique thermal camera — but also an inflated price

‘Clean your air without spending a fortune’: I discover that this Coway air purifier’s tremendous filtering is well worth its low price — as long as you don’t mind its lack of smarts

I tested the Circular Ring 2 and wanted to love it, but the software got in the way

I tested UGreen’s magnetic wireless power bank with an integrated cable, and it feels like the ultimate on-the-go charging solution — but it’s gonna cost you

I watched the first four episodes of House of the Dragon season 3 — and I can't shake this burning feeling that the Game of Thrones spin-off should be better than it is by now

Oukitel WP66 review: An extremely rugged phone that doesn't punish you for choosing durability

Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny Gen 2 review: A mini PC workstation for those who need pro-grade performance in a pint-sized package

The Kodak WPZ2 is less than half the price of Tough TG-7 — even still, should you buy it? I tested the cheap waterproof camera on vacation, and here’s my verdict

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The latest 2026 Razer Blade 18 is a monster of a gaming laptop that annihilates the competition – if you can afford the price of admission

'They carve out a special and useful niche': I tested OneOdio's new wireless headphones for music pros and DJs — despite some big issues, that low-latency wireless transmitter means I'll use them every day

I've tested the Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro for six weeks, and it's a powerful, premium Garmin alternative — albeit a lumpy and uncomfortable one

Bitrix24 CRM review

Fed up with constantly installing various updates for Windows 11? Microsoft is making monthly multiple reboots a thing of the past

With the second-gen Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus, the head-to-toe doorbell finally goes 2K

The Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite is a clever, affordable Matter lock with no subscription fee, but a few rough edges

I tested a cheap PS Portal case with a molded interior, charging cable passthrough, and a super-durable build — and it’s become a permanent part of my portable gaming setup

'I really love the way the Cinema Mini sounds': I tested Bluesound's latest small soundbar, and it's the best compact options for audio quality — but the price puts it in dangerous territory

Corsair Makr Pro 75 review: close to being damn near perfect

I've spent over 30 hours customizing my ship, recruiting crew members, collecting bounties, and combating aliens in Starfield on PS5, and I've still barely scratched the surface of Bethesda's sci-fi RPG

Arzopa Z3FC review: An ultra-light and thin portable monitor that's perfectly balanced for work and play

I love how much you can tweak the new Razer Huntsman — it's just a shame that you can't make full use of its precise analog switches

Corsair Galleon 100 SD review: Stream Deck meets K70, complete with all the bells and whistles

Microsoft is bringing AI features to more Windows 11 PCs — just in case you were under the impression that AI was being cut back

RugOne Xever 8 review: An extremely rugged phone with a replaceable battery, but it's not quite the next-generation device I hoped for

‘The mechanical switches and hardware customizations are top-tier’: this HyperX gaming keyboard is one of the best I’ve tested — but certain gamers will be disappointed

Windows 11's June update is here — these are the 3 most important features, including a huge move to make apps and menus load much faster

SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 review: same bones, sharper bite

EcoFlow Stream Ultra X review: This is a balcony solar battery that changes everything for renters

Lenovo ThinkStation PGX review: I may have just found the best mini workstation for OpenClaw, and it’s not a Mac mini

Simple Height Adjustable Desk review: A mid-range standing desk with more depth than the 'simple' name might suggest

Shoks OpenDots 2 review: Comfortable, stable, long-lasting open-ear buds that aren’t just for fitness

Parallels virtual machine software review

Is Microsoft finally going to de-spam Windows 11 search? It looks that way — and I'm shocked that my most-wanted change could be incoming

Microsoft Hyper-V/Windows Sandbox virtual machine software review

Acer PD243Y E review: This dual-panel 24-inch monitor is much more portable than you might imagine

The Scuf Omega is a great PS5 controller, but its price and some annoying design quirks make it difficult to fully recommend