Articles by Alastair Jennings

I tested this mini PC for NAS storage and streaming and here's why I think it's perfect as a home lab

By Alastair Jennings published 11 April 25

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Dual OS boot, NAS potential, and a variety of options for use – this is a true out-of-the-box home-lab option

I reviewed the Integral CRYPTO-C DUAL — here's why it's perfect for secure business use

By Alastair Jennings published 6 April 25

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Dual access secure USB flash drive with US government-level security

I reviewed the PNY Elite-X Fit — it's small, cheap, and surprisingly useful

By Alastair Jennings published 6 April 25

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Ultra-compact USB flash drive that will boost your device storage, adding minimal weight or bulk

I tested this USB drive with hidden secure storage — and it's ideal for everyday privacy

By Alastair Jennings published 6 April 25

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Compact, secure USB flash drive that offers secure and non-secure storage

Lexar SL500 Portable SSD Magnetic Set Review

I reviewed the Lexar SL500 Portable SSD Magnetic Set and it might be my favorite iPhone accessory ever

By Alastair Jennings published 5 April 25

An SSD with magnetic case for the fantastic ultra-slim SL500

I tested the ACEMAGIC F3A mini PC for gaming and video editing – here’s why I’m impressed

By Alastair Jennings published 5 April 25

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Powerful AI enhanced Mini PC that offers plenty of upgrage potential

I reviewed Ricoh’s wireless touchscreen portable monitor – it’s sleek, smart, and frustrating

By Alastair Jennings published 5 April 25

Business-focused portable monitor with touch and wireless functionality

Best laser engravers of 2025

By Alastair Jennings last updated 1 April 25

We reviewed the best laser engravers for precision, speed, and performance - and these are our top recommendations

Best hobby 3D printer of 2025: I tested out all the top models

By Alastair Jennings last updated 31 March 25

I review the best hobby 3D printers for arts, crafts, and more.

Best 3D printer for miniatures of 2025: I tested over 50 units and these are my top models

By Alastair Jennings last updated 31 March 25

I review the best 3D printers for miniatures, model-making, and tabletop gaming

I tested this pocket-sized SSD for a week and now I take it everywhere with me

By Alastair Jennings published 29 March 25

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Simple style and bundled software make this one of the best USB flash drives available.

I've been reviewing the hotly anticipated Bambu Lab H2D for a month, and it's the most versatile machine I've ever used

By Alastair Jennings published 25 March 25

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Bring a compact multifunctional manufacturing hub to your office, workshop or home

I reviewed the Toshiba Canvio Flex 4TB – it's big on storage but stuck in the past

By Alastair Jennings published 23 March 25

Large-capacity storage at an exceptional price

I tested the LincStation N2 NAS and here’s why I think its a smart storage solution for small businesses

By Alastair Jennings published 22 March 25

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Slimline NAS and media server, with fast setup that makes it an ideal solution for any small business.

I reviewed more than 50 of the best 3D printers of 2025 but these are the top 10 I recommend

By Alastair Jennings last updated 19 March 25

Updated I tested over 50 of the best 3D printers for modeling, miniatures, crafting, prototyping, and more.

I tested this AI voice recorder, and now I'll never take meeting notes manually again

By Alastair Jennings published 15 March 25

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Generate minutes from every call, meeting or conversation.

I put the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra through its paces — here’s why it’s a top rugged phone

By Alastair Jennings published 15 March 25

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A rugged smartphone that matches the power of premium options and provides tools for trade and travel.

Best mini PC of 2025: we benchmarked the top mini computers for every budget

By Steve Clark last updated 11 March 25

Buying Guide We benchmarked the best mini PCs, thin clients, and NUC boxes for the home, office, content creation, gaming, and so much more.

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

By Alastair Jennings published 7 March 25

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Far more than I'd expected from a mini PC all due to that Oculink port

I tested the GMKtek K11 mini PC and the OCULINK eGPU support makes it great for professionals and creatives

By Alastair Jennings published 7 March 25

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A powerful mid-level Mini PC with a focus on gaming, but with a high-powered processor and graphics that make it perfectly suitable for creators and small business use.

GMKtec AD-GP1 external GPU review

By Alastair Jennings published 6 March 25

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Compact external GPU with AMD Radeon 7600M XT that will give compatible Mini PC's a serious boost

I tested out the Thermal Master T2 Max thermal imaging scope and it's impressive for highlighting heat signatures in the world

By Alastair Jennings published 6 March 25

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From photography, wildlife conservation, to hunting, this thermal imaging scope will highlight the unseen utilising heat signatures

Anycubic Kobra S1 3D printer review

By Alastair Jennings published 2 March 25

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Next-generation multi-filament printing at an outstanding price

Creality K2 Plus 3D printer review

By Alastair Jennings published 1 March 25

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Large-scale next-generation printer that impresses with print quality and speed

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer review

By Alastair Jennings published 17 February 25

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Entry-level CoreXY 3D printer that challenges the market leaders when it comes to features, speed, and print quality.

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