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Tech Reviews
- With the second-gen Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus, the head-to-toe doorbell finally goes 2K
on June 14, 2026 at 7:00 pmThe latest version of Ring’s wireless video doorbell is a big step up rather than a minor refresh, and a great pick if you’re not put off by the subscription fee.
- The Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite is a clever, affordable Matter lock with no subscription fee, but a few rough edges
on June 14, 2026 at 8:00 amA renter-friendly smart lock that plays nicely with all the main smart home platforms, once you’ve navigated the instruction manual.
- I tested a cheap PS Portal case with a molded interior, charging cable passthrough, and a super-durable build — and it’s become a permanent part of my portable gaming setup
by harry.padoan@futurenet.com (Harry Padoan) on June 14, 2026 at 1:00 amYour PS Portal will never be in danger again thanks to this cheap case — here’s how I’d rate it after weeks of testing.
- ‘I really love the way the Cinema Mini sounds’: I tested Bluesound’s latest small soundbar, and it’s the best compact options for audio quality — but the price puts it in dangerous territory
by james.davidson@futurenet.com (James Davidson) on June 13, 2026 at 6:00 pmSome small-footprint soundbars compromise on big, robust sound, but not the Pulse Cinema Mini.
- Corsair Makr Pro 75 review: close to being damn near perfect
on June 13, 2026 at 11:00 amThe Corsair Makr Pro 75 might just be the best gaming keyboard I’ve ever tested, if only the price were a touch lower and it had a numpad.
- The KitchenAid KF4 brews a beautifully balanced espresso thanks to its Intelligrind system, but its iced drink menu left me cold
by catherine.ellis@futurenet.com (Cat Ellis) on June 13, 2026 at 8:00 amKitchenAid’s latest fully automatic coffee maker is extra compact and makes an excellent espresso, though its ‘iced’ drinks leave something to be desired.
- I spent three weeks with Panasonic’s prettiest camera to date — here’s why the Lumix L10 is a Fujifilm X100VI killer
on June 3, 2026 at 12:00 pmPanasonic revives its LX100 series of premium compact cameras with the Lumix L10, packing Panasonic’s latest Micro Four Thirds sensor, autofocus and more.
- ‘There’s nothing else like it on the water’ — the HoverAir Aqua drone is practically a must-buy for solo watersports fans
on May 28, 2026 at 1:00 pmThe HoverAir Aqua is the world’s first waterproof self-flying camera, and a genuinely innovative drone built for life on the water.
- Camp Snap’s upgraded screen-free retro compact camera hits the right notes, and I love how affordable it is
on May 26, 2026 at 2:47 pmThe ‘Pro’ upgrade to the Camp Snap loses the shutter lag, ups the resolution, and adds a dial for retro-style filters.
- I tested the Insta360 Mic Pro and its noise cancelling is best in class — but its two headline features are more niche than they sound
on May 19, 2026 at 12:00 pmThe Insta360 Mic Pro beats the DJI Mic 3 at noise cancelling, and has a couple of unique tricks up its sleeve to boot.
- I tested the Sony A7R VI and it’s perfect — seriously, Sony can stop making cameras now
on May 13, 2026 at 2:00 pmWith a stacked 67MP full-frame sensor, the Sony A7R VI brings next-level speed to Sony’s high-resolution line of mirrorless cameras — it’s probably the perfect camera.
- I tested the Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II, and it’s flawless — now I’m desperate to upgrade from my trusty DSLR original
on April 29, 2026 at 12:00 pmThe mark II version of Nikon’s 70-200mm f/2.8 for Z-mount features a lighter build, new optical design and various design tweaks, and the result is a virtually flawless telephoto zoom.
- With the second-gen Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus, the head-to-toe doorbell finally goes 2Kon June 14, 2026 at 7:00 pm
The latest version of Ring’s wireless video doorbell is a big step up rather than a minor refresh, and a great pick if you’re not […]
- The Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite is a clever, affordable Matter lock with no subscription fee, but a few rough edgeson June 14, 2026 at 8:00 am
A renter-friendly smart lock that plays nicely with all the main smart home platforms, once you’ve navigated the instruction […]
- The Dyson Supersonic Travel is proof you don’t have to sacrifice hair health on holiday
on June 8, 2026 at 9:00 pmAlmost all of the Dyson power and performance for half the price in a third of the size
- The Dreame AirStyle Era is the Airwrap alternative that nearly has it all
on June 7, 2026 at 10:00 amI tested Dreame’s most ambitious multi-styler yet, and while the curls impressed, a few familiar frustrations refused to budge.
- Cuisinart Power Blend Immersion Blender review
on June 7, 2026 at 8:00 amThe Cuisinart Power Blend Immersion Blender offers a range of impressive attachments that will help you free up some valuable […]
- The Blueair Mini Restful Sunrise Alarm Clock and Air Purifier is the smartest thing I’ve put on my nightstand this year
on June 6, 2026 at 10:00 amWe put Blueair’s first-ever sleep-focused purifier to the test to see if combining an air purifier, sunrise alarm and wake-up […]
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- I’ve spent over 30 hours customizing my ship, recruiting crew members, collecting bounties, and combating aliens in Starfield on PS5, and I’ve still barely scratched the surface of Bethesda’s sci-fi RPG
on June 12, 2026 at 10:00 pmBethesda’s spacefaring RPG finally has its definitive version on PlayStation 5.
- I’ve spent over 35 hours sitting in Secretlab’s new Atlas task chair and there’s a lot I like about it — but I’m still not sure it will dethrone my Herman Miller
by dash.wood@futurenet.com (Dashiell Wood) on June 9, 2026 at 5:00 pmThe Secretlab Atlas has proved a capable task chair in our testing so far.
- The Scuf Omega is a great PS5 controller, but its price and some annoying design quirks make it difficult to fully recommend
on June 7, 2026 at 7:00 pmThe Scuf Omega excels at providing a premium gaming experience, but I can’t help but lurch at the price and some of its design choices.
- I tried the SteelSeries Nimbus Cloud and feel like it’s just trying to do too much
on June 6, 2026 at 2:30 pmThe SteelSeries Nimbus Cloud aims to be the only controller you need. A hybrid option that extends to become a USB-C mobile grip and collapses into a standalone Bluetooth gamepad.
- 007 First Light delivers a blockbuster Bond origin story packed with spycraft, stealth and explosive action set pieces
by amelia.schwanke@futurenet.com (Amelia Schwanke) on May 26, 2026 at 12:00 pm007 First Light is undeniably cinematic, perfectly immersing you in Ian Fleming’s Bond with a high-stakes linear narrative, sleek gadget mechanics and globe-trotting levels.
- The AndaSeat Phantom 4 Pro brings a lot to the table, but comfort takes a back seat for impressive ergonomics
on May 18, 2026 at 5:30 pmThe AndaSeat Phantom 4 Pro has impressive lumbar support, but loses out on comfort.
- Corsair Makr Pro 75 review: close to being damn near perfecton June 13, 2026 at 11:00 am
The Corsair Makr Pro 75 might just be the best gaming keyboard I’ve ever tested, if only the price were a touch lower and it had a numpad.
- Arzopa Z3FC review: An ultra-light and thin portable monitor that’s perfectly balanced for work and play
on June 12, 2026 at 5:02 pmFor business travel and gaming on the go, there’s not much I didn’t like about this 16.1-inch display.
- Corsair Galleon 100 SD review: Stream Deck meets K70, complete with all the bells and whistles
on June 11, 2026 at 11:55 amCorsair’s Galleon 100 SD keyboard is a confusing thing. Good? Yes. But the software stack leaves a lot to be desired.
- SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 review: same bones, sharper bite
by rob77webb@gmail.com (Rob Webb) on June 10, 2026 at 10:55 amThe SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 is a focused, lightweight wireless gaming mouse that delivers meaningful upgrades over its predecessor.
- Brother MFC-L8970CDW color laser printer review: A downsized, upgraded spin on the company’s best enterprise printer
on June 9, 2026 at 1:40 pmA smaller, but better flagship for Brother’s Workhorse laser line.
- EcoFlow Stream Ultra X review: This is a balcony solar battery that changes everything for renters
by mark@pickavance.com (Mark Pickavance) on June 9, 2026 at 1:06 pmThe EcoFlow Stream Ultra X is 3.84 kWh plug-and-play home battery with integrated inverter, four MPPT solar inputs, AI energy management, and IP65 weatherproofing designed for balcony installation.
- These new Anker earbuds are hands-down the best for calling I’ve ever used, and the sound and fit are excellent — just make sure you buy the right pair
by tom.bedford@hotmail.co.uk (Tom Bedford) on June 9, 2026 at 1:00 amThe Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro tick all my boxes, with a few stand-out features that even earned my mom’s approval, too.
- Shokz OpenDots 2 review: Comfortable, stable, long-lasting open-ear buds that aren’t just for fitness
by matt.evans@futurenet.com (Matt Evans) on June 8, 2026 at 1:59 pmThe Shokz OpenDots 2 are top-of-the-range open clip-on earbuds that deliver a stable, if perhaps not quite secure, fit and […]
- What’s the tea? This Khadas is a slim, stylish and punchy headphone DAC for delivering audio upgrades for phones and more
on June 7, 2026 at 1:00 amThe Khadas Tea Pro attaches magnetically to your iPhone and connects via Bluetooth or USB-C to deliver a punchy, spacious audio […]
- ‘A great OLED TV with a few frustrations’: I reviewed the LG B6, and it brings some much needed extra brightness to the B-series for HDR punch — but it’s a shame a few things hold back it from perfection
by james.davidson@futurenet.com (James Davidson) on May 30, 2026 at 8:00 pmThe LG B6 brings B-series brightness to a new level with great performance and features, but a couple of setbacks stop it from […]
- ‘Doubtless the best noise-cancelling iPhone headphones on the planet’: I tested AirPods Max 2 and they really are that good — here’s why
by becky.scarrott@futurenet.com (Becky Scarrott) on May 30, 2026 at 1:00 amAirPods Max 2’s strong resemblance to the originals might have some fans disappointed given the wait, but sonically, and in terms […]
- I tested the flagship Samsung HW-Q990H Dolby Atmos soundbar, and while it sticks to the formula of its predecessors, it still sets the bar for soundbars in 2026
by james.davidson@futurenet.com (James Davidson) on May 28, 2026 at 1:00 amThe Samsung HW-Q990H is yet another awesome entry in Samsung’s flagship soundbar lineage, delivering a full Dolby Atmos […]
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