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Fractal Design Refine review: A wonderful chair for long gaming sessions
The new Fractal Refine gaming chair impresses in the test, but has little to do with gaming. Read on to find out who might still be interested in the chair.Reviews
Dell Inspiron 14 review: Pinning too much hope on a low-tier Snapdragon chip
The choice to switch to a Qualcomm SoC should have come with some advantage over other systems, but our testing couldn’t really find one.Reviews
Baseus S1 Pro review: Solar-powered security gets smarter
This outdoor security camera bundle shines with solar panels that track the sun, cameras that capture video in crisp 3K resolution, and local network storage.Updated
TunnelBear VPN review: It’s just right for beginners
TunnelBear is a simple and easy-to-use VPN service with solid security features that will appeal to those who just need the basics.Reviews
Lemokey X0 keypad review: A great add-on for any PC gamer
This inexpensive left-hand keypad with mechanical switches is a great way to try out one of my favorite form factors.Reviews
This Brinks Electronic Deadbolt is tough, but it's not smart
This new and inexpensive lock provides access via PIN, fingerprint recognition, or physical key, but it doesn't have any type of wireless connectivity.Reviews
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% review: Keyboards don’t need screens
The wireless connection and PBT keycaps are a welcome upgrade to a great keyboard design. The screen and high price tag, not so much.Reviews
LG MyView Smart Monitor 32R85U review: A monitor at odds with itself
The LG MyView 32SR85U is packed with features but fails to deliver on image quality.Reviews
Hampton Bay Permanent String Lights review: The value leader
This is one of the least expensive options we’ve seen, but it’s only available in 50-foot lengths and some scenarios will have you splicing wires.Reviews
Vantrue Nexus 2X dash cam review: Two-channel goodness
This physically attractive and cleverly engineered dash cam covers the two-channel bases and can be upgraded with LTE/cloud capabilities with an adapter.Reviews
Asus Zenbook S 14 review: A nearly perfect productivity PC
The Asus Zenbook S 14 packs so much inside a svelte, 2.6-pound package such as multi-day battery life, a gorgeous OLED screen, and more.Reviews
Hexgears Immersion A3 keyboard review: Budget price, flagship features
This keyboard is wireless, low-profile, hot-swap, and comes with a screen (not that it needs one), and a price tag that's far below any mainstream competitor.Reviews
MSI Stealth A16 AI+ review: A jack-of-all-trades
The MSI Stealth A16 AI+ is a jack-of-all-trades that tries to deliver strong CPU and GPU performance in a thin chassis yet also provide lengthy battery life. It mostly succeeds, though its mediocre display is a bummer.Reviews
TerraMaster D8 Hybrid enclosure review: Versatile, vast, USB storage
With four 3.5-inch SATA HDD bays (two in RAID), and four NVMe SSD slots, the D8 Hybrid allows you to add a slew of drives to your system via 10Gbps USB.Reviews
Tested: The luxurious Corsair One i500 is like a Mercedes for your desk
The Corsair One i500 gaming desktop packs a ton inside its 22-liter chassis, all tied together with a wood-paneled exterior that you'll itch to show off.Reviews
HyperX Cloud Mix 2 review: A premium headset for busy gamers
The HyperX Cloud Mix 2 can be used just as easily as a headphone as a gaming headset and is highly portable. That makes it ideal for the gamer with a busy lifestyle.Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus review: Slim, sleek, and powerful
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus offers strong processing performance as well as a paper-thin design. However, battery life could be better and it's missing a few premium features I expected to see given the price of this laptop.Updated
Security camera subscriptions: Which plans offer the best value?
Most home security cameras and video doorbells require a paid subscription plan to deliver their full value. Find out how much one costs and how they rate.Reviews
Core Ultra 9 285K tested: 10 must-know facts about Intel's radically new CPUs
Intel’s Arrow Lake processors have arrived—and they’re quite different than Team Blue’s last generation of desktop chips.Reviews
Samsung 990 EVO Plus review: Hybrid design makes a fast SSD faster
Samsung's new hybrid PCIe 4 x4, PCI 5 x2 990 EVO plus is significantly faster than its plain 990 EVO predecessor in most ways.Reviews
Google TV Streamer review: Phoning it in
The Google TV Streamer is a $100 streaming box that could use a little more oomph.Reviews
Norton Secure VPN review: Basic, no-fuss protection
Norton Secure VPN is a standalone offering that provides basic privacy and protection for fans of the brand.Reviews
HP Victus 15 review: A budget gaming laptop with a 144Hz display
The 2024 HP Victus 15 is a great budget gaming machine, but it's not ideal for much else.Reviews
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition review: Lunar Lake does it all
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Aura Edition is a solid do-it-all laptop. It offers well-rounded performance, long battery life, and attractive design.Updated
Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera review: Affordable security lighting
Arlo now has a wired floodlight camera to complement its excellent line of indoor and outdoor home security cameras and its basic home security system.Reviews
Asus ProArt PA278CFRV: A budget-friendly monitor for creators
The Asus ProArt PA278CFRV offers the color performance and connectivity required for professional productivity, content creation, and other work.Reviews
Wolfbox X5 dash cam review: 4K? Phooey. Let's go 5K!
Wolfbox's three-channel X5 dash cam features up to 5120×2160 wide-screen front video and the detail is fantastic in that single-channel mode. A touch display with clever navigation and still excellent 4K captures makes this a top choice for daytime use.Reviews
Asus ProArt PZ13 review: A chic, long-lasting 2-in-1 that shines
The Asus ProArt PZ13 lacks performance next to its laptop competitors, but as a 2-in-1 tablet it shines. A quality design, a great display, lengthy battery life, and incredibly competitive value set it apart from other 2-in-1. If you’re set on a tablet, this one is well worth considering.Reviews
Gigabyte M27QA ICE review: A monitor built for your cozy gaming den
The Gigabyte M27QA ICE stands out from peers with an attractive white colorway that should fit perfectly in a home office or cozy gaming den. However, the monitor’s image quality is less alluring than its design.Reviews
Samsung SmartThings Station review: One hub to rule them all
If you’re looking to centralize your smart home around Matter, Samsung’s latest smart home hub is the place to start.Reviews
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 review: A zippy laptop with speakers that scream
The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 offers reliable performance as well as speakers that scream loud, but the dull display and middling battery life leave little to be desired, making it not a leader compared to other laptops in the same class.Reviews
Lenovo Legion 9i review: High-end HDR gaming goodness
The Lenovo Legion 9i is everything a high-end gaming laptop should be, pairing high-end hardware with liquid cooling and a bright and beautiful display for HDR gaming. But it has a price tag to match.Updated
Eufy Smart Lock E30 review: All that matters, apart from Matter
There’s plenty to like about Eufy’s latest smart lock, but its promised support for the Matter smart home standard seems to be a work in progress.Reviews
Lenovo ThinkVision M14t review: A pricey portable monitor with touch
The Lenovo ThinkVision M14t is a productivity-focused portable monitor with several notable features including a built-in display stand, a touchscreen, and a bundled stylus. It’s expensive, though, and while the monitor looks sharp its color performance is mediocre.Reviews
Teamgroup T-Force A440 Lite NVMe SSD review: Affordable but lackluster
The Teamgroup R-Force A440 Lite SSD is a merely a decent performer, and it's up against stiff competition — including the company's own G50.Reviews
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 review: Ryzen AI 300 delivers again
The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 shines thanks to AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series processors, which delivers long battery life in real-world use with excellent performance. But “AI laptops” aren’t as futuristic as the marketing might lead you to expect.Reviews
Samsung OLED G8 review: This monitor is also a TV, for better or worse
The Samsung OLED G8 is an attractive QD-OLED monitor packed with Smart TV features rarely found on competitors. Though useful, the Smart TV functionality makes the monitor more confusing to use.Updated
Beatbot AquaSense Pro review: A top-shelf robotic pool cleaner
Nine months of bug fixes, amazing battery life, and skimming capabilities have elevated our opinion of this high-end pool-cleaning robot.Reviews
MobiPDF review: A budget PDF editor with business-ready features
From document editing to cloud integration, MobiPDF offers a wide range of tools at a fraction of the cost of top-tier alternatives.Reviews
PrivadoVPN review: Come for the free VPN, stay for the premium features
PrivadoVPN is a powerful premium service that also offers one of the best free VPNs on the market.Reviews
HP Omnibook X review: Sleek, capable, and a little boring
In the flora of Snapdragon laptops, HP's debut is a capable but not very interesting addition.Reviews
Xiaomi G Pro 27i monitor review: Excellent HDR on a budget
The Xiaomi G Pro 27i has a Mini-LED backlight with 1,156 dimming zones. That translates to excellent HDR that’s on par with some of the best monitors from 2023, though familiar Mini-LED issues, like blooming, remain present.Reviews
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 review: Windows and Android on one machine
This machine combines a Windows laptop and Android tablet. It’s expensive, but there’s nothing else like it.Reviews
Logitech G705 review: The perfect mouse for small hands
The Logitech G705 is not only a stylish gaming mouse, but also a powerful companion for intensive gaming sessions.Reviews
Tested: Intel’s Lunar Lake wants you to forget Qualcomm laptops exist
Intel's Lunar Lake processor excels in terms of battery life and 3D performance, based on our tests. But does it perform better than Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chips?Reviews
Acer Predator X34 X monitor review: It goes all-in on the curve
The Acer Predator X34 X is another solid OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate for superb motion clarity, though its extreme curve will be divisive.Reviews
Hampton Bay Landscape Floodlight review: Home Depot is learning
Home Depot now offers a floodlight cousin to its landscape spotlights, and it has a far superior design in at least one respect.Reviews
Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 review: All-year holiday cheer
This upgraded, permanently mounted lighting system means no more trips up the ladder to install holiday lights.Reviews
70Mai M500 dash cam review: An account requirement short of greatness
Using a somewhat odd 4:3, 2592×1944 resolution, the M500 captured some of the best day and night video I've seen. But you must register and run the app to activate the dash cam before you can use it.Updated