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Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 review: Protect your files on an SSD with a touchscreen passcode

6 hours ago

Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 review: Protect your files on an SSD with a touchscreen passcode

Any small external drive can back up your files, but most aren't particularly secure. Kingston's IronKey Vault Privacy 80 SSD, on the other hand, adds a passcode via its touchscreen to protect its contents.

By Tyler Hayes | 6 hours ago

Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 review: Banging headphones but not for everyone

1 week ago

Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 review: Banging headphones but not for everyone

Skullcandy's original Crusher ANC wireless headphones dialed up skull-rattling bass and this new model continues that same tradition, but with more comfort, sophistication, and added features.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 week ago

Brisk It Origin-580 review: A smart smoker for backyard BBQing

1 week ago

Brisk It Origin-580 review: A smart smoker for backyard BBQing

There are plenty of features to consider when buying a new smoker grill. Arguably, a Wi-Fi connection is becoming one of those features, so Brisk It's Origin-580 smart grill with a sub-$1,000 price is a tempting consideration.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 week ago

Status Between 3ANC review: Great audio in a bulky package

2 weeks ago

Status Between 3ANC review: Great audio in a bulky package

Status Between 3ANC wireless earbuds are trying to offer excellent audio and ANC performance for a reasonable price. That doesn't mean we're choosing them over our AirPods Pro 2, though.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 weeks ago

Why Tesla can get by without CarPlay but other car makers can't

2 weeks ago

Why Tesla can get by without CarPlay but other car makers can't

General Motors plans to ditch CarPlay and do its own new infotainment, but if the company thinks it can do what Tesla does, it's wildly mistaken.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 weeks ago

Bellroy Laptop Caddy review: Well designed MacBook protective sleeve

3 weeks ago

Bellroy Laptop Caddy review: Well designed MacBook protective sleeve

Bellroy's new Laptop Caddy enables people to carry chargers, cables, pens, and other small accessories without a bulky bag — an ideal MacBook sleeve for minimalists.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 weeks ago

Edifier QD35 review: A bright speaker with dim spots

1 month ago

Edifier QD35 review: A bright speaker with dim spots

The Edifier QD35 Bluetooth speaker is bright and flashy on a first look, but with a $200 price tag and mediocre wireless sound performance, it ultimately had some dim spots.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra review: Expensive, but great robot vacuum system

1 month ago

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra review: Expensive, but great robot vacuum system

If your goal is to interact with a vacuum as little as possible, the ultra-smart Roborock S8 Pro Ultra may be that hands-free cleaning companion — but it doesn't come cheap.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

Ride1Up Revv 1 review: An awesome moped-style e-bike

1 month ago

Ride1Up Revv 1 review: An awesome moped-style e-bike

The Ride1Up's Revv 1 moped-style e-bike is unabashedly overboard for a pedal bike, but that doesn't mean that its full-throttle power doesn't have its place among other types of electric vehicles.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

A practical guide for why spatial audio music is great

1 month ago

A practical guide for why spatial audio music is great

Most people shrug off spatial audio because they don't know what it is or have decided it's a gimmick, but others are convinced Dolby Atmos songs sound better. Here are some practical examples of that, and why spatial audio benefits music.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

Velotric Thunder 1 review: A tech-infused e-bike in disguise

1 month ago

Velotric Thunder 1 review: A tech-infused e-bike in disguise

If you've shied away from e-bikes because of their gaudy looks or overly complicated displays, the Velotric Thunder 1 e-bike might be able to change your mind about what a tech-infused bike could be.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

Jabra Elite 4 review: Average wireless earbuds at an okay price

1 month ago

Jabra Elite 4 review: Average wireless earbuds at an okay price

Judged independently, the Elite 4 earbuds, the newest member of Jabra's wireless lineup, are perfectly fine. But when compared to other personal audio options, they start to look less remarkable.

By Tyler Hayes | 1 month ago

Edifier WH950NB review: Premium wireless headphones without the high cost

2 months ago

Edifier WH950NB review: Premium wireless headphones without the high cost

There isn't a shortage of premium options for noise-canceling headphones to consider. Still, the new Edifier WH950NB, with its exceptional audio performance at a competitive price, is worth adding to your list.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Emotn N1 review: A projector built for Netflix

2 months ago

Emotn N1 review: A projector built for Netflix

The Emotn N1 projector, with its officially licensed Netflix app onboard, is a simple-to-use product that just works.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Sonos Era 100 review: Puts HomePod on notice

2 months ago

Sonos Era 100 review: Puts HomePod on notice

The old Sonos One was a versatile speaker at an entry price that didn't quite match the HomePod. The new Era 100 speaker changes that with a more dynamic sound and robust features — while managing to undercut HomePod in price.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Audio-Technica AT-LP7 review: A very nice turntable for under $1,000

2 months ago

Audio-Technica AT-LP7 review: A very nice turntable for under $1,000

The Audio-Technica AT-LP7 turntable is a stealth work of art. From its modern, sleek design to its graceful and delicate operation, it's a complete package in a deceptively simple form factor. It's a perfect option for people looking to take their vinyl listening to the next level.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

BenQ PD2725U review: Not even close to a Studio Display substitute

2 months ago

BenQ PD2725U review: Not even close to a Studio Display substitute

The 27-inch, 4K BenQ PD2725U monitor is advertised as a "Mac compatible" display, and it worked with our MacBook Air with M2 — but it's clear this display wasn't designed for Mac users.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

How to reset HomePod and HomePod mini

2 months ago

How to reset HomePod and HomePod mini

If your HomePod isn't working, there's a way to reboot it or reset it back to factory defaults. Here's how to reset HomePod and HomePod mini with or without an iPhone.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Edifier R1280DB review: Versatile bookshelf speakers for a modern turntable

2 months ago

Edifier R1280DB review: Versatile bookshelf speakers for a modern turntable

Context is king, and in the case of the Edifier R1230DB bookshelf speakers, the product's $150 price makes the product's features and sound quality a worthy consideration.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Victrola Stream Onyx review: The unofficial Sonos wireless turntable

2 months ago

Victrola Stream Onyx review: The unofficial Sonos wireless turntable

Sonos, the wireless speaker company, doesn't make a turntable, but if it did, the Victrola Stream Onyx might be what it would look like.

By Tyler Hayes | 2 months ago

Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee review: Headphones for serious listening

3 months ago

Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee review: Headphones for serious listening

Anyone interested in wired headphones should look at Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee, but those more focused on streaming music from their recent iPhone should skip in favor of a wireless option.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 months ago

Tenways CGO800S review: An e-bike made for city life

3 months ago

Tenways CGO800S review: An e-bike made for city life

The Tenways CGO800S e-bike, with its single-gear belt drive and incredibly quiet rear motor, is a nearly perfect bike for urban riders.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 months ago

Bellroy All-Conditions Phone Pocket review: Premium protection

3 months ago

Bellroy All-Conditions Phone Pocket review: Premium protection

There are cases to put on your iPhone, and then there are cases to put your iPhone in. Bellroy's All-Conditions Phone Pocket is the second one meant to protect it from falls, water, and dirt.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 months ago

Marshall Middleton review: Wonderful sound overshadowed by price

3 months ago

Marshall Middleton review: Wonderful sound overshadowed by price

True to its name, the Marshall Middleton Bluetooth speaker falls right in the middle of several areas, including portability, a critical area for a Bluetooth speaker.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 months ago

Vactidy Nimble T6 robot vacuum review: Limited smarts, budget price

3 months ago

Vactidy Nimble T6 robot vacuum review: Limited smarts, budget price

The latest automated robot vacuums are mostly pushing the limits of mapping rooms with computer vision to win over consumers. The Vactidy Nimble T6 goes the other way and sells hands-free cleaning at a budget price.

By Tyler Hayes | 3 months ago

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