Alex Temblador

Alex Temblador

Alex Temblador is a Dallas, Texas-based award-winning freelance writer and award-winning author of Half Outlaw and Secrets of the Casa Rosada. While she's best known for her coverage of travel, arts, and culture, she began to write more about design, architecture, and home products when she bought her 102-year-old house in 2020. Since then, she's reviewed products for outlets such as Real Homes, Gardeningetc., Homes & Gardens, Outside, and TripSavvy. When she's not writing articles or reviews, Alex is jet-setting around the world, working on her next novel, or teaching a literary class.

Articles by: Alex Temblador

Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo portable fan in a garden

I tested this portable misting fan, and it immediately became my summer essential

By Alex Temblador published

The lightweight, cordless Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo fan will be keeping me cool at the lake, barbecue, and tailgate.

Dreo Smart Tower Fan 519S in reviewer's home

Dreo Smart Tower Fan 519S review: a well-priced fan that's packed with useful features

By Alex Temblador published

This smart tower fan is armed with a whole arsenal of features to keep the temperature under control. Here's my full review.

The Strava app on an iPhone 15 Pro

5 fitness apps powered by AI that you can download right now

By Alex Temblador published

AI programs are becoming more common among fitness apps like Strava, Garmin Connect+ and AllTrails – to varying degrees of success.

Reviewer pointing remote control at Shark TurboBlade, in her living room

Shark TurboBlade fan review: supreme cooling in any direction

By Alex Temblador published

Recommended

This innovative take on the tower fan can blast out blades of cool air in any direction, but it's its breeze-inspired mode that really won me over.

Hoka Cielo X1 2.0

The HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 is a brilliant lightweight running shoe with a price tag to match

By Alex Temblador published

How does the HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 stack up as a speed shoe for 2025?

Tester using Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum in living room

Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick Vacuum review

By Alex Temblador last updated

Recommended

The Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick Vacuum is designed to combine power with seriously smart detection features.

Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum, standing upright, next to supplied accessories, in reviewer's home

Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum review

By Alex Temblador published

The Levoit LVAC-200 is a nifty budget vacuum that's well-suited to homes with lots of hard floor.

Shark Stratos Cordless with Clean Sense IQ IZ862H

Shark Stratos Cordless vacuum cleaner review

By Alex Temblador last updated

The Stratos cordless vacuum is a powerful stick vac with some useful added features; a great choice for those with pets or lots of carpet.

The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop leaving its charging station

Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop review: a robot vacuum that detects dirt

By Alex Temblador published

Shark’s most expensive robot vacuum adjusts its cleaning power thanks to DirtDetect and StainDetect technology.

The Saatva Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper on a bed

Saatva Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper review

By Alex Temblador published

The luxurious Saatva Graphite Memory Foam Mattress Topper is a supportive memory foam topper with an antimicrobial treatment.

PurpleFlex mattress in reviewer's bedroom

PurpleFlex mattress review: Purple Grid magic, on a budget

By Alex Temblador last updated

Recommended

The PurpleFlex (originally NewDay) delivers excellent comfort and support, with its pared-back design and affordable pricing.

Helix Dusk Luxe mattress in reviewer's bedroom

Helix Dusk Luxe mattress review: a heavenly sleep experience for back and stomach sleepers

By Alex Temblador last updated

The Helix Dusk Luxe is a premium hybrid mattress that offers a cloud-like feel and support for your hips and back.

Leesa Oasis Chill Hybrid mattress set up in reviewer's bedroom

Leesa Oasis Chill Hybrid mattress review: Cosy comfort

By Alex Temblador published

The Leesa Oasis Chill Hybrid mattress cradles the body and supports the hips, but it doesn't quite deliver on its cooling promise.

Casper Original mattress set up in the reviewer's bedroom

Casper Original mattress review: underwhelming performance from an industry heavyweight

By Alex Temblador published

I put the Casper Original through its paces to see how it matches up to other memory foam mattresses, and I wasn't too impressed.

The Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid with Cloud Pillow Top mattress on a bed

Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid with Cloud Pillow Top mattress review

By Alex Temblador published

Good motion isolation and three firmness levels is why so many like the Brooklyn Bedding Signature Hybrid mattress.

The Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid mattress in a bedroom

Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid mattress review: goes above and beyond to align your spine

By Alex Temblador published

With the Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid mattress you'll always sleep cool and with your spine aligned.

The Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top mattress on a bed in a bedroom

Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top mattress review: sink into an incredibly comfortable mattress

By Alex Temblador published

Recommended

The Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top “hugs” sleepers at night with its plush and cushioned embrace.

Ninja Foodie Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & Air Fryer with Built-In Thermometer, 2nd Generation on dining table

Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & Air Fryer with Built in Thermometer, 2nd Generation, DG551 review

By Alex Temblador published

An indoor grill and air fryer that can also roast, bake, broil, and dehydrate large portions.

Using the LG CordZero All in One Auto Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum on a hard wood floor

LG CordZero All-in-One Auto Empty Cordless Stick Vacuum review

By Alex Temblador last updated

A cordless stick vacuum and mop with a sleek charging station that has a built-in dust bin and storage.

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