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January 2026
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- January 31
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- RayNeo Air 3s Pro review: Getting my mind to adjust to the 201-inch screen simulation took a while - but once it did, these display glasses proved impressive
- FiiO's new elite hi-res audio player will delight you, provided you serve it only the best – but disappoint it at your peril
- I tested the KYY X90E laptop screen extender - a heavyweight dual-screen portable monitor with a lightweight price-tag
- This Nintendo Switch 2 case may not be the most stylish, but its storage space and low price impressed me
- I tested the world’s first f/1.4 135mm prime, and it’s a portrait photographer’s dream
- January 30
- January 29
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- I've finally found the only gimbal I need — here's why the Hohem iSteady MT3 Pro is my go-to stabilizer for every camera I own
- Cairn's complete dedication to its arduous climb may turn off many, but I found it to be a fulfilling, gratifying, and thoughtful adventure
- Bridgerton season 4 part 1 review: Benedict might be the catch of the season, but someone else should be instead — and that’s enough to keep me hooked for part 2
- January 28
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- January 26
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- Code Vein 2 is everything I could’ve wanted from a sequel as a fan of the original game — except its dismal console performance
- I tested the world's fastest 12mm lens – should you buy the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC | C lens?
- Fritz!Box 5690 Pro review: This unusual Wi-Fi 7 router has helped me future-proof my home network with support for every network device I own
- January 25
- January 24
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- I field-tested the best-selling Wandrd PRVKE backpack, and the hype is real — it's my new favorite camera bag that doesn't look like one
- The PowerA Advantage Wireless Controller is an okay Switch 2 pick on sale — but it’s no Pro Controller
- I tested Sigma's superb 17-40mm f/1.8 DC for a month – it's the ultimate zoom lens for APS-C cameras, and prime lens killer
- January 23
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- Epson EcoTank ET-4950 series review: I can’t find another mid-price printer so loaded with features and ink
- The more I tested the GMKtec NucBox M7 Ultra, the less it looked like it justified its 'Ultra' moniker
- I watched all of Wonder Man on Disney+ — and the new Marvel TV show deserves a standing ovation for breaking the MCU mould
- I’ve tested plenty of ereaders but the Onyx Boox Go 7 is the first Android-powered ebook reader I really like
- January 22
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- Spaceship web hosting review
- I tested this budget, subscription-free fitness tracker and it actually offers Whoop some serious competition – especially in terms of value
- I tested the GTBox T1 - and while the designers did something different with this mini PC, I'm debating whether it was a good idea
- January 21
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- Mercy review: Chris Pratt's new AI sci-fi thriller is so haphazard, you'll wonder if ChatGPT could do a better job of writing it
- This HP 2-in-1 laptop I tested might not be a powerhouse, but it's well made and capable enough for everyday tasks
- The Beauty review: amazingly, All’s Fair is no longer the worst Ryan Murphy FX show of all time — and at least it knew it was dreadful
- My favorite open earbuds brand just released a new Clip model — but sadly, they're a let-down
- I tested the HP Pavilion 16 and it feels more premium than its price suggests – but don’t expect a powerhouse performer
- Polar Loop review: The screen-free fitness tracker is good on heart rate, but a software let-down
- The Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Switch 2 version is better than I expected — it isn’t flawless, but the game is still absolutely brilliant
- January 20
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- New Prime Video thriller Steal is a heart-stopping high-stakes cash heist — but stick with the sloppy middle to get a gratifying payoff
- I tested the Nutribullet Flex portable blender: a lightweight, convenient companion for smoothies on the go
- I tested Blink’s new Mini 2K+ camera, and was stunned by its high-resolution picture quality and ultra-compact design
- January 19
- January 18
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- Lavazza's A Modo Mio Deséa makes delicious espresso and a decent cappuccino – if you use the right milk
- The Eureka Ergonomic GTG Wave gaming desk looks fancy, and feels great for PC gaming — but you'll probably want a desk mat
- I tested the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 and loved its bright, paperlike display and smart productivity features — but this tablet hero is undone by a single tragic flaw
- January 17
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- This retro-style Bluetooth speaker is trying to outdo Marshall at its own game, but is it up to the task?
- No, Skyrim’s Switch 2 port isn’t that bad — but there’s room for improvement
- Want delicious, quality espresso with the convenience of pods? After two weeks of testing, I can say the Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg is the coffee maker for you
- January 16
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- Wavlink WL-UTD58 review: this sleek Thunderbolt 5 dock upgraded my studio setup, but there’s one thing missing
- I tested the ProtoArc Flexer Pro - a comfortable office chair with lumbar support that's going to be divisive
- I tried Fujifilm's wacky new 3-in-1 Instax cinema hybrid – there's no other retro camera like it
- I tested the Bosgame BeyondMax M6 - and this mini PC proved you can have high performance without breaking the bank
- I watched The RIP on Netflix — Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's new movie commits too many crimes to be considered a genre great
- January 15
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- This Nintendo Switch 2 case doubles up as a cross-body bag, and I kinda love it
- I've waited 10 long years for the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS, and it's the 5-star optic to delight Sony macro photographers
- The Audeze Maxwell 2 is an incredible high-end gaming headset – but don’t expect a big upgrade from its predecessor
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials on Netflix is a mundane mess that quickly gives away the whodunnit — so Kenneth Branagh’s mediocre Poirot movies can rest easy
- January 14
- January 13
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- I watched all of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — and the new HBO Max show is the triumphant underdog tale that HBO's Game of Thrones franchise needs
- Testing the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra made me realize just how flexible an entry-level mini PC can be
- These super cheap noise-cancelling headphones boast a 110-hour battery, but I still can't recommend them — here's why
- January 12
- January 11
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- Insta360 Link 2 webcam review
- Munbyn AceScan AS01 barcode scanner review
- The Honeywell Home X2S Smart Thermostat is smart heating made simple
- The Sony Inzone E9 in-ear gaming headphones are a good choice if you want to buy a pair of earbuds almost exclusively for FPS games
- Ulefone RugKing rugged phone review
- I tested the Marinamantra Flow - a standing desk that goes so low you can work while sitting cross-legged on the floor
- I tested the Canon EOS R6 Mark III — it's a near-perfect hybrid camera, with one major drawback
- I've already played Star Wars Outlaws on PS5, but Gold Edition makes it worth revisiting on Nintendo Switch 2
- January 10
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- I tested the Leica Q3 Monochrom – it's a top digital camera for black-and-white photography purists
- Geekom A7 Max mini PC review
- Alliwava GH8 mini PC review
- I can't stop playing Assassin's Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2 now it no longer crashes all the time
- Dezctop Revon Elite standing desk review
- Goldring's G3 turntable is all about style and convenience, but there's one aspect I wish I could switch off...
- Vari CoreChair office chair review
- January 9
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- The Scuf Envision Pro V2 has some of the best buttons and triggers I’ve ever used, but it’s massively let down by convoluted software
- A Thousand Blows season 2 review: the Disney+ bareknuckle boxing series is more brutal than ever
- Dell Pro Max 16 Plus mobile workstation review: Backpack-friendly desktop-class power with a beautiful display
- X-Chair X-Tech review: My kids called this an office chair built for the boss - and with its cooling, heating, and massaging features, I agree
- People We Meet on Vacation review: Netflix changes key details from the hit book, but it’s still their best rom-com yet
- January 8
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- January 5
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- Hands on: Dell XPS 14 2026 and XPS 16 2026
- I finally tried the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and couldn't believe my eyes and hands — I just hope it doesn't cost a fortune
- Alliwava U58 mini PC review
- HBO Max sticks with its tried and tested formula for The Pitt season 2 — and it’s the best medicine possible
- RugOne Xever 7 Pro rugged phone review
- January 4
- January 3
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- I punched my way through Yakuza Kiwami 2 on Nintendo Switch 2, and it’s a decent port of an excellent RPG
- Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition review: drench your brain in glorious nostalgia
- Final's latest DX over-ear headphones still aren't cheap — but if you need detail and faithful neutrality, they're the ones
- January 2
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