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April 2025

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April 19
- I tested Sony's cheap new ANC earbuds, and if noise-cancelling is king, you just found your new budget buds
- I reviewed the HHKB Studio and despite some quirks, it's gesture control and keymapping have won me over
April 18
- One small hiccup stops the Oppo Reno 13 Pro from trumping Google at its own game
- The Hori Racing Wheel Apex is a good budget option for PS5 sim racers, but don’t expect much in the way of compelling features
- OneOdio's DJ headphones have two features non-DJs will love – but for most listeners, there are better-sounding options for the money
- I tested Bird Buddy's Smart Bird Feeder Pro camera in my garden for six months, and its 2K video and AI smarts are some of the best I've seen
- I reviewed the HHKB Professional HYBRID Type-S keyboard and now I understand why coders love it
April 17
- I've spent a few weeks with the Corsair VOID Wireless V2, and it's proved to be one of the best gaming headsets on the market
- Hands on: I tested the Biamp Parlé VBC 2500 - read what I thought of this big meeting room VC system
- Hands on: I tested the Workstation Specialists WS AR-X6700 - read what I thought of this powerhouse
April 16
- I haven’t seen many power banks designed like this, but you’ll have to be a real outdoors-type to make it worth your while
- Shark Cryoglow didn't cure my adult acne or erase my fine lines, but it did a whole lot better than anything else I've tried
- Wix App Builder review
April 15
- I spent a few weeks testing the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus - if you're looking for an affordable MacBook Air alternative, this is it
- ZoneAlarm review
- Wix Email Marketing review 2025
- I tested the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition for a week - it's got the price and performance, but the design needs a few tweaks
- I tested the affordable Polaroid Flip for over a week – its unique design and signature prints impress
- Ultim8 by Supermouth review: A well-designed sonic toothbrush with a slick UV SmartHub gimmick
- The Roborock Qrevo Edge adequately handles regular cleaning, but this robot vacuum stumbles in the one area it should shine
April 14
- I didn’t fall in love with the Apple Nike Sport Loop but I’d still recommend it – here’s why
- Opera VPN Free Review
- I gamed with the Pulsefire Haste 2 Pro and it was natural fit for my hand, but it won’t be for everyone
- The Last of Us season 2 episode 1 is a purposefully paced, slightly dreary return for Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey's highly acclaimed HBO TV show
April 13
- I tested the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 for the last 160 days - an excellent portable power station that's absurdly heavy for its size
- I reviewed Earfun's new cheap open earbuds and sadly, they come up short in a flooded market
- Nank Runner Diver2 Pro review: One of the best sets of waterproof headphones available today
- I reviewed the X9-14 Aura Edition laptop - and it's like Lenovo and Intel had a next-gen love child
- I tested Panasonic's palm-sized electric shaver, and it's the perfect travel companion if you can get over this annoying feature
April 12
- I reviewed the Duracell G800 and it has one feature that no other portable power station I have ever tried has
- I tested Dell's UltraSharp 32-inch 4K Thunderbolt business monitor and might be the perfect office upgrade
- I reviewed the LG G5, and it’s bright enough to change my mind about OLED TVs
- Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Review: Thought OLED was overrated? Not with this laptop - it's one of the best-looking I've ever used
- I tried the Dyson Airwrap i.d., and I regret to inform you that it's way better than the old version
- I tested the Nimo N155 barebones laptop - sounds like a great idea, but it isn’t sturdy enough for business deployment
- I enjoyed Black Mirror season 7, but I'm worried the anthology series is rapidly running out of ideas
- Alienware’s AW3425DWM 34-inch gaming monitor is so good, it's converted me from an ultrawide sceptic to a true believer
April 11
- I’ve played Blue Prince for 70 hours and its roguelike room-based puzzles have consumed every waking moment of my life
- I reviewed the HP LaserJet M209dw - and this cheap printer is the best micro laser model I’ve tested
- I reviewed Lenovo's answer to the Mac Studio - but can this mini desktop survive in the business world?
- This Apple Watch band got some exciting new color options in 2025 – I tested it out to see if its still a top-class strap
- I tested the Roborock Qrevo Master robot vacuum, and it takes all the hassle out of cleaning
- I tested this mini PC for NAS storage and streaming and here's why I think it's perfect as a home lab
April 10
- Belkin’s 25W phone charger barely blew me away, but it never needed to
- I tested the Google Pixel 9a, and it would be the perfect bargain phone if it wasn’t so dang ugly
- Vertere's DG X turntable is both sonically gifted and easy to use, and for 'serious' hi-fi, that's rare
- I’m slowly being converted into a cuff-style open earbuds fanatic, thanks to this top effort from Soundcore
April 9
- I liked the capacity and number of ports on the VRURC 20000mAh 20W Power Bank, but it’s a little too bulky for very light travel
- I tested out this robot that can charge your phone in mere minutes and it’s a triumph
- Panda Dome review
- The Samsung Galaxy Watch FE is one of the most confusing smartwatches I've ever tested
- The Ninja Swirl by Creami is a new twist on a popular ice cream maker, and I put it to the test
- Hands on: I tried out the Scan 3XS GWP-ME A132C - read what I thought of this powerful workstation
- Hands on: I tested the PCSpecialist Onyx Ultra - see what I thought of this beast of a workstation
- Hands on: I tried the PCSpecialist Onyx Pro - read what I thought of this powerful workstation
- Hands on: I tested the Lenovo ThinkStation P620 Tower - see what I thought of this cheap workstation
- Hands on: I tested the Armari Magnetar MC16R7 - see what I thought of this workstation
April 8
- I can't quite believe how many customization options there are for the GameSir Super Nova, but it’s not without a few faults
- I wore the Garmin Lily 2 Active for a month, and it showed me women's wearables don't have to be pink and patronizing
- I tested the Edifier LolliClip and they've changed my mind about open ear headphones – here's why
- I ditched my smartphone for Panasonic’s new travel zoom compact – here’s what I learned
- Hands on: I tried out NetSupport Manager 14 - read what I thought of this support solution for business
- Hands on: I tested the MSI Pro MP161 - see what I thought of this solid portable monitor
April 7
- The Logitech Pro X Superlight 2 Dex offers plenty of precision, but I couldn’t get to grips with it
- With all of time and space to explore, Doctor Who season 2 episode 1 'The Robot Revolution' is a curious re-tread of the hit sci-fi show's best ideas
- Snapfish’s photo book gave me satisfying results for a low price, but I’d recommend a better-value option with superior print quality
- Scanguard
- The Ninja Blast Max is so powerful it can obliterate frozen strawberries and even make kale smoothies delicious
- Hands on: I tried the Asus ZenWiFi XD5 - see what I thought of this Wi-Fi 6 mesh
- Hands on: I tested the Asus Vivobook Pro 16X - read what I thought about this amazing laptop.
April 6
- I reviewed the Integral CRYPTO-C DUAL — here's why it's perfect for secure business use
- I’ve used the Lenovo Idea Tab Pro for over a month, and Apple should be worried about this Android iPad alternative
- I reviewed the PNY Elite-X Fit — it's small, cheap, and surprisingly useful
- I tried Razer’s new $300 / £300 Iskur V2 X gaming chair for over a month and it’s an impressive budget option from the usually pricey brand
- I tested this USB drive with hidden secure storage — and it's ideal for everyday privacy
April 5
- I reviewed the Lexar SL500 Portable SSD Magnetic Set and it might be my favorite iPhone accessory ever
- I tested the ACEMAGIC F3A mini PC for gaming and video editing – here’s why I’m impressed
- I reviewed the Samsung QN900F: good enough to sway 8K cynics, and it’s not even Samsung’s most expensive 8K TV
- I love the sound quality of the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3, but a few drawbacks stop it from being a true standout
- I reviewed Ricoh’s wireless touchscreen portable monitor – it’s sleek, smart, and frustrating
April 4
- The leg rest on the Boulies Master Rex gaming chair almost had me convinced but that's not the reason to buy one
- SmartWings Motorized Smart Shades review: Smart blinds that harness the power of the sun
April 3
- I loved how easy it was to create a VistaPrint photo book, and the end results are great – with a few exceptions
- Is Plesk a good alternative to cPanel? I tried it to see if it's right for you.
- How much has changed in cPanel? I used it to find out.
- I was drawn to South of Midnight by its masterful audio and visual presentation but fell in love with its incredible exploration and combat
- Here's what I think of ScalaHosting's SPanel
- RSS.com review
- Podbean Review
- I tested the Tribit Stormbox Lava Bluetooth speaker and although it lacks a red-hot design, it’s a solid, budget-friendly option
- I tested the Elecrow Pi Terminal - read what I thought of it
- I test AR glasses for a living, and the RayNeo Air 3s are the ones I'd buy with my own money
- I’ve shot hundreds of photos with the stunning Sigma BF – despite its flaws, it makes other cameras feel ordinary
- After 3 weeks with Samsung's Galaxy A56, I'm closer than ever to ditching my iPhone for Android
April 2
- The phone-sized Onyx Boox Palma 2 is the compact ereader I can't put down, even if it's not the upgrade I was hoping for
- A Minecraft Movie isn't the wildly creative blockbuster videogame film adaptation I was hoping for
- The Logitech G703 Lightspeed is a competent gaming mouse, but I couldn’t get on with its shape
- I've spent hundreds of hours testing drones, and the Potensic Atom 2 is easily the best DJI alternative I've flown
- Hands on: I tested the Zyxel SCR 50AXE - read what I thought of this affordable small office Wi-Fi 6E security router
- Hands on: I tried the Veritas Backup Exec 22.2 - see what this backup solution for SMBs is really like
- Hands on: I tested the NEC MultiSync E274FL - read what I thought of this enterprise-ready monitor
- Hands on: I tried the Nakivo Backup & Replication 10.9 - see what I thought of this backup solution
- Hands on: I tested the Hornetsecurity VM Backup 9 Unlimited Plus - read how it works for protecting virtual environments.
April 1
- I was blown away by the design the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360, but it’s not the quietest operator
- One Step GPS review