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ExpressVPN Aircove Review: A New Breed of VPN Router

To get a network-wide VPN up and running traditionally, you’ve had to buy a compatible router and flash custom firmware. But with the Aircove, ExpressVPN is ready to go the moment you finish setting up the router. I tested ou…

Fergus O'Sullivan Oct 31st, 2022

Google Pixel 7 Review: It’s All Coming Together

Google is already on its 11th series of Pixel phones (when you include the budget-friendly A-series), but each one seems to have had some sort of quality control issue. The Pixel 7 aims to put it all together, and Google may …

Joe Fedewa Oct 28th, 2022

Das Keyboard 6 Pro Review: Less Flashy, More Classy

Do you need a $199 mechanical keyboard? Probably not. But should you buy a $199 keyboard? If you’re looking to upgrade your typing experience, the Das Keyboard 6 Professional should be on your radar—as long as you care mo…

Napier Lopez Oct 27th, 2022

Lenovo Smart Clock Essential Review: Small Yet Feature-Filled

Alarm clocks are a necessary evil for most of us who work. However, there’s no rule that says our clocks have to be boring or serve just a single function. In fact, the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential With Alexa Built-In says th…

Megan Glosson Oct 26th, 2022

Victrola Revolution GO Review: Fun, but Not as Portable as a Bluetooth Speaker

Portable record players are nothing new. You’ll find plenty of suitcase-style turntables, but they’re all missing something: a speaker. The Victrola Revolution GO is a truly portable turntable, as it includes a built-in speak…

Kris Wouk Oct 25th, 2022

Google Pixel Watch Review: This Is It?

After years of pleas from fans, the Pixel Watch finally shows us Google’s vision of a smartwatch. Can Fitbit integration and a focus on design give Android fans an Apple Watch equivalent? That’s what Google has set out to do….

Joe Fedewa Oct 21st, 2022

JBL Quantum TWS Review: Average Earbuds Made Great by a Secret Weapon

Using one set of true wireless earbuds for everything from music to gaming isn’t easy, mainly because of the hassle of pairing and switching from device to device. The JBL Quantum TWS could truly be a set of everything earbud…

Kris Wouk Oct 20th, 2022

AtlasVPN Review: Can It Hold Up the Sky?

AtlasVPN is a relatively new provider that has some pretty aggressive marketing campaigns, across the web, especially on YouTube. In this review, I’m going to kick AtlasVPN’s tires and see if it has what it takes to be one of…

Fergus O'Sullivan Oct 19th, 2022

Logitech Brio 500 Webcam Review: Flexible HDR Video Capture

Nowadays, having a good webcam feels more like a necessity than a luxury. If you’ve decided to invest in a standalone webcam, the Logitech Brio 500 offers crisp HDR detail and flexible picture options like zoom, wide angle, a…

Cianna Garrison Oct 18th, 2022

Apple Watch Series 8 Review: An Uncompromising Wearable Experience

The Apple Watch Series 8 is 2022’s “Apple Watch for everyone” that sits above the revised second-generation Apple Watch SE and below the newly announced Ultra. If you’re considering buying an Apple Watch, this is probably the…

Tim Brookes Oct 14th, 2022

Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip for PC Review: Brilliant Lighting at a High Cost

RGB lighting gets an upgrade as part of the Philips Hue line with the easy-to-install Philips Hue Play Gradient LightStrip. Paired with the Hue Bridge, you have complete control over gradient lighting to set a scene that matc…

Mark LoProto Oct 13th, 2022

jSign Review: Document Signing Done Right

Have you ever received an important document you need to sign via email? Receiving the email is the easy part. Before you can return the file, you need to print it, sign it, and finally scan it to your computer or mobile devi…

Kelly Hodgkins Oct 12th, 2022

Linksys Hydra Pro 6E Review: Budget-Friendly Futureproofing

If you’ve shopped for a router lately, you’ve probably noticed Wi-Fi 6E options getting more and more common. Linksys added to that pool with the Hydra Pro 6E, a tri-band mesh router promising multigigabit speeds at an attrac…

Jordan Gloor Oct 11th, 2022

FastVPN Review: What’s In a Name?

FastVPN is a virtual private network under the umbrella of Namecheap, the domain name and hosting provider. It offers rock-bottom prices for the first year you sign up and great ease of use thanks to its friendly interface. H…

Fergus O'Sullivan Oct 11th, 2022

Apple iPhone 14 Review: The Safe Choice That’s Worth Buying

The Apple iPhone 14 is a bit of an oddity. It’s running last year’s CPU found in the iPhone 13 Pro, and it doesn’t have the iPhone 14 Pro’s 48MP rear camera or the Dynamic Island. Altogether, though, it’s a great “default” iP…

Justin Duino Oct 6th, 2022

NexiGo Iris 4K UHD Webcam Review: It Lives up to Its Claims

I’m no YouTuber, but I do engage in virtual meetings and record quick videos for my coworkers. All of this requires a webcam, and I prefer to use something of a little higher quality than what comes built into my laptops. So,…

Megan Glosson Oct 5th, 2022

Nothing Phone (1) Review: An Attempted Marriage of Design and Function

The Nothing Phone 1 is the newest product from U.K.-based tech company Nothing. As a follow-up of the Nothing Ear 1 earbuds, this android phone aims to use design to help users eliminate distractions. It doesn’t do everythi…

Dominick D'Agostino Oct 4th, 2022

Apple Watch SE (2022) Review: The Budget Model That Doesn’t Lack (Most) Features

The 1st-generation Apple Watch SE was the mid-tier option between a cheap Series 3 and the latest and greatest Apple Watch. In 2022, the new 2nd-gen Apple Watch SE is still the budget model, but it does 90% of what the Serie…

Justin Duino Sep 29th, 2022

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) Review: The Best Earbuds for Apple Fans

Apple released the original AirPods Pro in 2019, and while they’ve stayed popular, we’ve spent the three years since imagining what the follow-up would look like. Now the new model is here, and while the second-generation App…

Kris Wouk Sep 28th, 2022

Logitech G502 X Plus Lightspeed Wireless Mouse Review: Feature-Rich and Ergonomic

Logitech’s G502 X Plus Lightspeed is surprisingly lightweight, but its lack of heft isn’t indicative of a lower-quality product. The G502 X Plus is brimming with features, though its considerably high price may sway some cons…

Mark LoProto Sep 27th, 2022

PureVPN Review: Bargain Bin or Budget Blockbuster?

PureVPN is a provider that’s been around for a long time and advertises as being “the best VPN money can buy” on its site. I took PureVPN through its paces to see if this is true and I was rather disappointed. Though it’s not…

Fergus O'Sullivan Sep 22nd, 2022

FlexiSpot Pro Plus Standing Desk (E7) Review: The Last Desk You’ll Ever Buy

It may seem more natural to sit while we work, but researchers have been going back and forth on whether standing is a better alternative. FlexiSpot’s Pro Plus Standing Desk (E7) lets you decide what works best for you with …

Mark LoProto Sep 21st, 2022

Sony WH-1000XM5 Review: The Best ANC Headphones Just Got Better

When it comes to noise-canceling headphones, the general narrative has been that Sony took the lead from Bose years ago, and has stayed ahead since. With that in mind, the company could have played it safe with the Sony WH-10…

Kris Wouk Sep 20th, 2022

1MORE SonoFlow Review: Great Sound for Days on End

Chances are, if you’re aware of 1MORE as a brand, it’s because of the company’s in-ear headphones, but that might be about to change. The 1MORE SonoFlow is the company’s first wireless over-ear headphone with noise canceling,…

Kris Wouk Sep 15th, 2022

EarFun UBoom L Bluetooth Speaker Review: Portable and Powerful Sound

The EarFun UBoom L portable Bluetooth speaker takes you by surprise. You buy it for some weekend jams but quickly realize it can do much more. It can go anywhere you go and can fill almost any room with a bass-rich sound. …

Kelly Hodgkins Sep 14th, 2022

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