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- September 30
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- JRPG fans, we’ve been eating good recently, and after playing through Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, it’s easily one of my favorite releases of the month — here’s why you need to play it
- I was sick of smartwatches — but the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is a breath of fresh air as it solves one common wearable problem
- Of all the gaming laptops I've tested, nothing comes close to this almighty and outrageously expensive dual-screen model from Asus
- The LG Gram Pro 16 might be the ultimate large screen portable Windows 11 laptop
- 'A fantastically thocky mechanical keyboard': I tested Logitech’s new clacker and I loved its switches — and it has one clever feature
- Cost effective? No, but the Razer Blade 16 (2026) might just be the best gaming laptop I've ever tested
- The Corsair Harpoon V2 Wireless is a clear upgrade over its predecessor that I'd happily recommend to anyone—provided you have smaller hands than mine
- September 29
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- Acemagic K5 review: A mini PC that's both exceptional and diabolical
- I tested the Polar Street X for a month, and a few design issues stop it from competing with the Garmin Forerunner 170
- The Fujifilm Instax Pal 2 Is the most addictive camera of the year — and the most frustrating
- I was blown away by the design of HP's MacBook Air rival — but that’s not even its most impressive aspect
- RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro review: This is what happens when you merge a rugged phone with a Go Pro-style action cam
- Headphones in a half-shell: Nothing Headphone (1) Pro are sonically gifted and feature-filled, but they struggle to justify their premium asking fee — especially when I fear most of your money goes on their heavy case
- September 28
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- The LG UltraGear Evo 39GX950B-B 5K2K OLED is a true endgame monitor, with very little competition, but not without one major caveat
- Detachable mop heads and top-tier cleaning make the affordable Roborock Qrevo 2 Pro a dream for mixed floors
- Qidi Q2 review: I found this a well-priced 3D printer with reliability that's proven hard to beat
- September 27
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- I tested the ViewX Liber and this 4K portable 3D monitor is far from perfect but strangely addictive — and you don't even need 3D glasses
- I tested the Flsun T1 delta 3D printer, and its incredible accuracy and speed stunned me
- Aoostar Maco 6850H review: A mini PC that offers older tech with a decent punch
- The Reolink OMVI 3i is a unique triple-lens camera solves outdoor security’s biggest dilemma with panoramic feeds and 4K tracking
- Innocn E49M1R review: The first flat 49-inch Mini LED ultrawide monitor makes most others look narrow and pinched
- Sennheiser's eco-conscious addition to the Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds is commendable, but their sound alone makes them the buds to beat
- September 26
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- I used to wrap my PS Portal in a sweater to keep it safe, but no longer — I tested a case that’s ultra-durable yet affordable, and I’d recommend it for 4 key reasons
- PixelMob Portable AI Workstation review: A clever asset manager for creative professionals that gets nearly everything right
- Can JBL’s new open-fit earbuds rival Apple’s affordable AirPods? Yes, despite the open-fit style's very minor drawbacks — here's my full verdict
- Ditch monthly cloud fees with the Aosu R1 Ultra, a capable video doorbell offering free local storage and sharp video with a few caveats
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- September 22
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- I tested the Bambu Lab R1, and it makes complicated laser engraving surprisingly easy
- I tested the Sonos Ace Ultra and they fix the one issue I had with the original model — so they’re easily among my favorite headphones of the year
- I tested the Sonos Beam Ultra for a week, and it's the ideal mid-sized Dolby Atmos soundbar — expansive, immersive audio meets a fantastic set of features
- The Love Hypothesis on Prime Video review: mostly mediocre despite the hot hotel room scene — but the new movie proves that the best romance of all can be found in our friendships
- September 21
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- The Insta360 Link 2 Pro is genuinely one of the best webcams I've ever reviewed—but the high price may turn away some potential buyers
- Dell XPS 13 (2026) review: we need to have a serious chat about RAM
- The Dreame X60 Pro Ultra Complete is a ridiculously clever and exceedingly competent premium hybrid robot vac for the well-heeled
- I wasn’t a fan of Silent Hill f, but Silent Hill: Townfall has made me believe in the horror series again
- September 20
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- DBrand knocked it out of the park with its Nintendo Switch 2 Killswitch protective gear, and after testing it, I might just keep it on my console forever
- I tested the Samsung R95H RGB TV — and while OLED is still the top dog, this TV shows that RGB mini-LED has massive potential
- I tested the LaserPecker LX2 for weeks, and its swappable heads make this laser cutter and engraver ideal for small businesses
- September 19
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- After a month testing Bose's new premium headphones, I would recommend them — but I'd recommend waiting more
- The Withings BodyScan 2, complete with cabled handle and premium build, might be the best smart scale of 2026
- Geekom A5 mini PC 2027 Edition review: Good value, well-made, and a decent user experience for those who aren’t excessively ambitious
- September 18
- September 16
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- 200 hours in, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is my favorite Nintendo Switch 2 game ever — here’s why
- I spent a week with the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max — and they’re better in all the right places
- I've watched the first 4 episodes of MobLand season 2, and the 'explosive' Guy Ritchie series makes a mind-blowingly perfect return to Paramount+
- Hands on: I tried Canon's new-look EOS R8 Mark II — it's a solid upgrade of the EOS R8, but the competition from Nikon is fierce
- September 15
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- I've watched all 8 episodes of Reacher spinoff Neagley an longtime fans will love it — mostly because they feel like the exact same show
- Sony’s new 400mm and 600mm super-telephoto primes make light work of a heavy hobby — here are my favorite wildlife photos I shot with the pair
- I tested the spec-heavy Poco F9 Ultra and found a phone with top-tier performance and zero deal-breaker flaws for hundreds less than the competition
- September 13
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- Vari Electric Standing Desk with TechTrack review: A desk designed for pros who like to stay organized, productive, and stylish
- I was ready to call these the best open earbuds ever, and they're incredibly cheap — but one recurring issue ruined it all
- “In terms of price-to-performance, it’s hard to beat”: This Xbox gamepad might be better value than Microsoft’s version — but there’s one feature I desperately wish it had
- Even Realities G2 smart glasses show the limits of speaker- and camera-free frames
- Prusa CORE One+ INDX 8-Tool 3D printer review: This beast makes rival multicolor 3D printers feel slow
- The Godox C100 is the weirdest camera and the weirdest light meter I've ever used — it's an intriguing concept, but it misses the mark on both counts
- September 12
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- Dell UltraSharp U3226Q 32 4K QD-OLED monitor review: A creator's dream panel with a jarring price tag
- “Not even Secretlab’s Titan Evo has these”: I’ve never tested a gaming chair with features like this Boulies model — and it beats key rivals on price, too
- The Instax Mini 13 was made for taking selfies — and my friends have never been happier with the instant memories I've captured
- GMKtec EVO-X3 mini PC review: For local AI, the hardware is impressive, but the software still needs work
- ‘Absolutely brilliant, providing 4K projection with solid edge-to-edge clarity’ — I was wowed by this Valerion 4K projector’s bold, contrasty picture but less premium-priced projectors are nipping at its heels
- September 11
- September 10
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- Philips 34B2U5900C review: I just found the ultimate 5K2K productivity monitor
- I tested the Potensic Atom 3 beginner drone at length, and it’s the next best thing to the best-in-class DJI Lito X1
- Marvel's Wolverine's claw-fueled combat doesn't feel as deep as its systems suggest, but that didn't stop me from grinning ear to ear carving through its lengthy campaign
- HeyPolo parental control software review
- Bitdefender Family parental control review
- Tineco's Floor One Station S9 Scientist Pro is the only floor cleaner you need for wet and dry mess, provided your budget can take the hit
- Parentaler parental control software review
- FamilyTime parental control software review
- I tested the Insta360 Luna Pro, and its chief vlogging camera rival isn't DJI — it's the company's own Luna Ultra
- I tested the new Zenbook 14 and it impressed me with its light yet solid build — but I don’t think it’s Asus’ best ultraportable
- September 9
- September 8
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- GL.iNet Beryl 7 review: This Wi-Fi 7 travel router saved my holiday connecting 5 iPads, a laptop, and a couple of phones
- Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 review: This Windows business laptop reminds me of a fully specced MacBook Pro alternative — with a few caveats
- Vernal Core3 review: A rock-solid standing desk for triple-monitor setups
- Practical Magic 2 is truly the Hollywood sequel that shouldn't exist — there aren't enough midnight margaritas in the world to make me forget it immediately
- The Alienware AW3926QW is a 5K2K 39-inch OLED beast... and probably the best gaming monitor I've ever experienced
- September 7
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- Looking for professional, affordable IEMs? Beyerdynamic’s new wired earbuds may fit the bill — but after a thorough test, they’re not quite perfect
- The Bigme B6 Color is a strong choice if you're after a Kindle Colorsoft alternative — but there's one big downside
- I tested the Kodak PixPro AZ653 for several weeks, and it's the budget 'bridge' camera to beat
- September 6
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- ‘Thanks to that superior sensing tech, its responsiveness really wowed me’ — Scuf’s new wired controller draws close to some of the best Xbox controllers on the market, even if it can’t fully eclipse them
- I played Lord Of The Rings: War In The North Legacy Edition, and 'Middling-Earth' best describes this average action RPG revamp
- ‘It was a literal breath of fresh air’ — I reviewed Blueair’s T10i air purifier and found a smart solution for year round comfort, whether you’re sweating through a heatwave or shivering during a cold snap
- I tested Sony’s affordable Bravia 5 TV, and it offers a lot of punch for its price tag, throwing serious shade on Sony’s previous mid-range screens
- September 5
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- Ever wanted earbuds with a touchscreen case? Even if you haven’t, JBL's affordable Live Buds 4 are worth a look; think stellar sound and top features
- Garmin Fenix 9 Pro review: The best gets better as we put Garmin's new flagship through its paces in the French Alps
- I didn’t think any analog keyboard could outperform my beloved SteelSeries — but then I tried Razer’s new magnetic Huntsman
- September 4
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- I spent a very boring week with the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL — and I loved every second of it
- I've watched The Grand Tour's return to Prime Video and although I miss Clarkson, May and Hammond, you can't deny the charm of our new trio — especially Francis Bourgeois
- I loved the minuscule weight of this Logitech gaming mouse — but I was even more surprised by its price
- September 3
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- I spent a week with the Google Pixel 11 Pro, and I think Google has perfected the Pixel formula
- DJI's Osmo 360 II fixes its predecessor's flaws, and remains much more affordable than Insta360
- The Gentlemen season 2 is darker, meaner and more 'brutal' than its Netflix debut — but shock new storylines haven't compromised on style or satisfaction
- September 2
- September 1
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- I applaud the ambition in The Blood of Dawnwalker, but this open-world RPG features too much busywork and not a strong enough vampire fantasy to truly excel
- The Cosori Dual Blaze Twinfry Compact is a big-basket air fryer that does a lot more than you'd expect — for a very reasonable price
- Dyson CameraJet review: This game-changing toothbrush offers liquid flossing, precision-brushing and a camera that doubles as a dental endoscope — I tried it for a week