Thursday, March 28, 2024

Reviews

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has the best smartphone camera I’ve ever used

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has one of the very best cameras I've ever used, but does the rest of the phone stack up to it? We find out in our review.

This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not

At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out.

Dell’s Inspiron 14 Plus review: one hand tied behind its back

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 2024 is a good midrange laptop by most measures. However, its display isn't as good as some others at around the same price.

Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 review: a nearly flawless inkjet

We tested the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850, an all-in-one inkjet tank printer that's fast enough to compete with high-quality color laser printers.

How good is Motorola’s $300 Android phone? I used it for a week to find out

On paper, the Moto G Power 5G (2024) looks like a killer $300 smartphone. I lived with it for a week to see if that's true.

This Lenovo model made me a believer in cheaper laptops

The Lenovo Slim 7i Gen 9 is one of a growing number of excellent OLED laptops in the $1,000 price range. It's fast and well-built, but has poor battery life.

Garmin Forerunner 165 review: Should you buy it?

A watch for runners looking to cut costs, not quality.

I reviewed Garmin’s newest fitness watch. Here’s why it’s a must-buy

The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a new, reasonably priced entry in Garmin's roster of fitness watches. But is it worth its price tag compared to other options?

This $800 laptop punches way above its weight

The Asus Zenbook 14 Q425 is the latest in the company's line of highly affordable and excellent 14-inch laptops. Battery life is this one's greatest strength.

Apple MacBook Air (M3) review: don’t overlook it

With the inclusion of the M3, the MacBook Air remains one of the best laptops you can buy for the price.

I’ve reviewed smart rings for years. This is the worst one I’ve ever used

The Circular Ring Slim is another smart ring challenger, but is it worth wearing instead of the Oura Ring, which is currently the best you can get?

ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra review: Should you buy it?

Standing head and shoulders above Zenfone's past.

MSI’s OLED gaming monitor pulls off the impossible

MSI is aggressively going for the OLED crown with MPG 321URX, and thanks to some clear undercutting of the competition, the display could nab it.

I reviewed an Android phone that simply doesn’t make any sense

The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra is a decent smartphone, but answering the question of whether you should buy it isn't straightforward, as our review explains.

I reviewed a smart ring designed just for women. Should you buy it?

The Movano Evie Ring is a smart ring that is designed specifically for women. But is it actually worth buying? I reviewed it to find out.

I tried a $130 health gadget that beats the Apple Watch in a big way

Most modern smartwatches offer quick and easy ECG readings. However, this $130 health gadget knocks them out of the park.

I reviewed a tiny gadget that could help launch your YouTube career

Eager to get started on YouTube? Shure has launched the MoveMic wireless microphone system for smartphones, which could be what you need. We've reviewed it.

Brother MFC-J4535DW review: a nice printer with a major flaw

The Brother MFC-J4535DW INKvestment Tank is an all-in-one printer with surprising strengths and a unique design, but is there good overall value?

The Asus Zenbook Duo is a dual-screen laptop that’s actually worth buying

The Asus Zenbook Duo takes a fresh approach to providing a dual-display laptop's flexibility. Its low-end configuration is also a phenomenal value.