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March 2025
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- March 17
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- Hands on: I tried the latest version of Zorin OS - here's what I thought of this Linux distro
- Hands on: I tried the WatchGuard Firebox - here's what I thought of this 5G appliance
- Hands on: I tested the latest Ubuntu Desktop release - read what I thought of this popular Linux distro
- Hands on: I tried the latest version of Rocky Linux - read how it compares to other distros
- Hands on: I tried the Reskube Home Pro - see what I thought of this connectivity device for SMBs
- Hands on: I tested Progress WhatsUp Gold network monitoring software - read what I thought of it
- Hands on: I tested the Paessler PRTG Network Monitor - see what I thought of it
- March 16
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- For a mid-range handset, the Poco F6 Pro is premium in more ways than one, but I found it hard to ignore some of its key pitfalls
- This powerful phone charger has been making faces at me, but I kinda love it
- I tried the AOHI Future Starship, and while it charges laptops with ease, it’s likely not worth the price for many
- The VQ Cath Kidston 5,000mAh Power Bank is one of the most stylish batteries I’ve seen, but it’s too slow for the price
- I tested the VRURC T6S power bank for several days – and I was pleasantly surprised by this clever feature
- The Horipad Turbo might not be the feature-rich Nintendo Switch controller of your dreams, but it’s still a worthwhile budget pick
- Testing the new SanDisk Extreme PRO with USB4 SSD proved both challenging and revealing
- March 15
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- This impressive 4K drawing display I reviewed was so natural to draw on, I may never use paper again
- I wouldn't take the Xiaomi 33W 10,000mAh Power Bank on extreme adventures, but it's great for my basic traveling needs
- I like the fast charging and detailed display of the Cuktech 15 Ultra, but it doesn’t have quite enough capacity to last
- I tested this AI voice recorder, and now I'll never take meeting notes manually again
- I’m very fond of the Boulies Elite gaming chair, and there are only a few areas where this gaming chair doesn’t excel
- I tested the Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro and they're better, but never twice as good as the non-Pro 5 – and sadly, they're double the money
- I put the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra through its paces — here’s why it’s a top rugged phone
- March 14
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- This laptop cooling pad isn't all that stunning – but my testing shows it offers seriously cool running
- I've spent days in the ring with WWE 2K25, and it's like a five-star match ruined by the Million Dollar Man
- Curaprox Hydrosonic Pro review: A powerful seven-mode, Swiss-made sonic brush
- I was already sold on Atelier Yumia as an RPG, but I wasn’t expecting it to have my favorite crafting system in all of gaming
- The Upeak Sport Strap is so comfortable I forgot I was wearing my Apple Watch – but it’s not the most premium band out there
- I tested Meridian’s super-smart wireless speaker for a month – here’s my verdict on whether it’s worth that high price tag
- March 13
- March 12
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- I've reviewed the Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M4) - and it remains the best 15-inch laptop I'd recommend for most people
- Amazfit Helio Ring review: a cheaper Oura alternative if sleep is your top priority
- I tested this secure router and the bundled year of VPN service feels mostly like a marketing exercise
- I spent six weeks listening to the Samsung Music Frame and it kept missing the beat
- March 11
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- When I tested this global tracker, it trounced the Apple AirTag in so many ways
- The Honor Pad V9 is the mid-range, Android-powered iPad rival you've been looking for
- I tested Sennheiser's HD 505 wired headphones, and they give you a taste of the high end at a real-world price
- Sony’s super wide-angle 16mm F1.8 prime shoots fast and travels light, but relies on distortion correction
- The Wheel of Time season 3 proves that Amazon's Lord of the Rings TV show isn't the only high fantasy heavyweight worth watching on Prime Video
- Apple Mac Studio (M3 Ultra): the ultimate creative workstation
- I've reviewed three generations of 3D V-cache processors, and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is the best there is
- I spent several days with the Logitech G915 X Lightspeed TKL, and while it’s capable enough, it doesn’t best its rivals
- March 10
- March 9
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- I've reviewed dozens of dash cams, and 70mai's new rotating 4K dash cam is unlike any other
- I spent more than two weeks testing the AndaSeat Kaiser 3 Pro and found it to be exceptionally comfortable and stylish, though not revolutionary
- The Philips Sonicare 7100 is a powerful, stylish, but overpriced electric toothbrush
- I wasn't a fan of syrup in coffee until I tried the Jura J10 espresso machine – here's why
- I reviewed the ThinkPhone 25 by Motorola and while it's not as fast as its predecessor, it's the superior phone in so many ways
- March 8
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- I’ve spent a week taking on fighting game competitors with the Turtle Beach Victrix Pro KO and it's the game-changer that might finally convert me from a fight stick
- I wanted to like the Kensington SD5768T dock, but the price and power management impacted my verdict
- The Asus ROG Harpe Ace Mini might be small, but few mice have impressed me this much
- March 7
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- I tested these near-perfect entry-level FiiO wired earbuds and their tasteful, bold and beautiful fidelity blew me away
- The Electric State could have been a great Netflix sci-fi movie, but it's just more evidence that it's Marvel or bust for the Russo brothers
- I reviewed the GMKtec EVO-X1 and the AI-powered Ryzen 9 and OCULINK for an eGPU boost makes one of the best I've tested
- I tested this ultra-expensive electric shaver from Philips – here’s why I’d buy it
- Hands on: openSUSE Tumbleweed review
- Hands on: Nitrux OS review
- Hands on: ManageEngine OpManager Professional 12.7 review
- Hands on: Linux Mint 21.2 review
- I tested the GMKtek K11 mini PC and the OCULINK eGPU support makes it great for professionals and creatives
- March 6
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- This small eGPU promises to transform OcuLink-equipped machines into creative powerhouses, and after extensive tests, I'm impressed
- I tested Sony’s longest telephoto zoom lens, and it’s a winner for wildlife photographers
- I tested out the Thermal Master T2 Max thermal imaging scope and it's impressive for highlighting heat signatures in the world
- March 5
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- I’ve spent hours honing my swing in PGA Tour 2K25, and while its shot craft remains excellent, familiar frustrations can’t keep it totally out of the rough
- I tested these wired earbuds from Panasonic and, unfortunately, their super-low price comes at a cost
- AMD RX 9070 XT review: delivering exactly what the market needs with stunning performance at an unbeatable price
- Daredevil: Born Again is a fearless Disney+ revival of the best Netflix Marvel TV show that slowly continues to restore my faith in the MCU
- March 4
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- It’s no dud, but this cheap Bose soundbar I reviewed felt a little outdated for this one reason
- I'm an outdoors photographer, and this f-stop backpack has gone on every photography trip with me for many years – here's my long-term review
- I rode a dragon, sizzled as a sausage, and won a dance-off with a monkey in Split Fiction, and that’s not even the half of it
- I tested Audioengine's tiny wireless speakers with a beautiful design and surprisingly impressive audio performance
- I really wanted to like the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, but it broke my heart and it shouldn't have to break yours, too
- A Way Out is a gritty co-op game that challenged me to make the right choice in a world full of bad ones
- It Takes Two pushed me to the limit with clever platforming puzzles and moreish co-op challenges
- Assassin's Creed Nexus VR finally let me perform a leap of faith in virtual reality and I didn’t even throw up
- I reviewed HP's Series 7 Pro 734pm and I'm obsessed with the sheer connectivity of this widescreen monitor
- I reviewed the Nothing Phone 3a Pro and it's not the lights and beeps that make it the best bargain smartphone
- Hands on: Jabra PanaCast 50 review
- Hands on: Fedora Linux 39 review
- Hands on: Debian with Raspberry Pi Desktop review
- Hands on: D-Link Eagle Pro AI R32 review
- March 3
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- I used the dual-screen Asus Zenbook Duo (2025) as my everyday laptop for a week, here's my verdict
- The HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 is a brilliant lightweight running shoe with a price tag to match
- I found the SteelSeries Stratus Duo a bit too small for my hands, but it's still a competent performer
- Hands on: Copilot Pro for Word review
- Hands on: Copilot Pro for PowerPoint review
- Hands on: Copilot Pro for Outlook review
- Hands on: Copilot Pro for OneNote review
- March 2
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- I’ve fallen in love with the Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX 65% keyboard because of its brilliant touch bar and Hall effect keys
- When traveling with a high-performance laptop, the Anker 737’s 140W charging makes it my go-to power bank
- The mighty ZMI No.20 is the power bank I reach for every day, whether at work or on the road
- I tried this colourful Motorola phone for one week and its super fast charging might change your mind about cheap phones
- I spent two weeks with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, and it's one of the best camera phones ever made
- I reviewed the TeamGroup PD20 external SSD and I can't believe how late it arrived to the Gen 2x2 party
- The Thrustmaster AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet is a fantastic flight stick that took my setup to new heights
- After testing the Anycubic Kobra S1 for a month, this is the machine I would recommend as a first for multifilament printing
- March 1
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- I loved the aspect ratio of the Lorex 4K Battery Video Doorbell but not so much the battery
- I reviewed the Kensington SD5000T5 EQ and this docking station has all the Thunderbolt 5 ports you'll ever need
- I like the precise Hall effect sticks and triggers in the GameSir Kaleid Flux, but it's a bit too limited for its price
- I tested this suave Bluetooth speaker from Sweden and it left me with mixed feelings – here’s why
- For the price, this large format multifilament 3D printer is the one I want in my studio