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- Nioh 3: Hell Rising is a masterful microcosm of everything that made the base game great
on August 18, 2026 at 12:00 pmNioh 3: Hell Rising kicks off the game’s post-launch content with a bang. New weapons, enemies, and bosses all make it a must-play.
- FlexiRoam review 2026
on August 18, 2026 at 10:24 amFlexiRoam is expensive, plus it doesn’t disclose carrier information until after you’ve purchased a plan. But it’s one of the few eSIM providers that also offer a physical SIM card.
- Instabridge review 2026
on August 18, 2026 at 8:40 amInstabridge is a reliable, transparent, and affordable eSIM provider. But it lacks instant support options when you’re traveling.
- I’ve tested more than 60 Bluetooth speakers and this Marshall model may just be the most stylish of them all — but does it sound as good as it looks? Here’s my verdict
by harry.padoan@futurenet.com (Harry Padoan) on August 18, 2026 at 6:00 amThe Marshall Stockwell III almost sounds as luxurious as it looks, and boasts almighty power for its size.
- ‘There aren’t many keyboards offering better value for money’: I tested a bargain mechanical keyboard from Keychron that will tempt gamers — just make sure you get yourself a wrist-rest
by lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) on August 18, 2026 at 12:00 amThe K8 Ultra 8K aims to compete with big brands by offering an impressive spec for a low price — but has it succeeded?
- I spent two weeks with the Motorola Razr 2026, and while it’s still the best mid-range flip phone, it left me wanting more
by johnmccannfreelance@gmail.com (John McCann) on August 17, 2026 at 5:07 pmMotorola’s latest ‘affordable’ flip phone wants to dominate the clamshell space, but does it do enough to fight off Samsung?
- I tested the DJI Mic Mini 2S — its flagship features and budget price make it the ‘sweet spot’ in DJI’s wireless mic range
on August 17, 2026 at 1:30 pmThe DJI Mic Mini 2S adds internal recording, AI noise cancelling and 32-bit float to DJI’s compact wireless mic lineup, delivering Mic 3-rivaling audio quality at roughly half the price — though the flagship still holds a few advantages
- ‘I can’t think of a better pancake lens for Nikon and Sony cameras’: I used Viltrox’s new 26mm f/2.8 full-frame lens every day for a month — at half the price of Nikon’s version, it’s unbeatable value
on August 16, 2026 at 4:00 pmFor its size, quality and price, I can’t think of a better pancake lens for Nikon and Sony cameras than the new Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO
- I test 360 cameras for a living and the new Insta360 X6 is my favorite — but the price is hard to swallow
on August 12, 2026 at 1:00 pmInsta360’s new flagship pairs larger sensors with class-leading image quality in any light, plus useful pro-level video tools.
- I tested the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P for a whole month — here’s why adding a second portrait lens to a vlogging camera is as big of a game changer as it was for phones
on July 30, 2026 at 12:00 pmThe Pocket 4P is DJI’s first dual-lens compact vlogging camera, adding a 3x telephoto lens to what is otherwise the same product as the polished Pocket 4. It’s pricier, but much more versatile.
- The Mission 1 Pro isn’t just GoPro’s flagship action cam, it’s a fantastic all-round vacation camera with the point-and-shoot grip — I just wish it was cheaper
by hamish.hector@futurenet.com (Hamish Hector) on July 17, 2026 at 12:30 pmAfter spending a month with the Mission 1 Pro I think it could be the ultimate holiday camera, if you pick up the point-and-shoot grip.
- I compared the affordable Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 lens with Fujifilm’s legendary 90mm f/2 portrait optic — I have one surprising favorite
on July 13, 2026 at 2:03 pmViltrox’s AF 90mm F2.2 EVO portrait lens fills a void for Nikon and Sony’s APS-C cameras, while it’s a lightweight and affordable alternative to the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR.
- I enjoyed this CD player’s sturdy build and solid sound in testing, but it has a fatal flaw
on August 15, 2026 at 9:00 amIf your system needs an affordable compact disc solution (or if you want to hear your CDs in private), the Fosi Audio Merak might […]
- Lavazza’s A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is the tiniest coffee machine I’ve ever tested, and brews a delicious espresso — but there’s one sustainability catch you should know about
by catherine.ellis@futurenet.com (Cat Ellis) on August 5, 2026 at 12:53 pmLavazza’s A Modo Mio Jolie Evo is a super compact espresso machine, and very reasonably priced, but its plastic capsules are […]
- I tested the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max and it’s a great all-round performer — when it actually works
by dash.wood@futurenet.com (Dashiell Wood) on August 3, 2026 at 9:58 amThe Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max is a capable robot vacuum cleaner, but my unit developed issues after a year of testing.
- The fun-size Ninja Luxe Café Mini helps you brew tasty espresso and drip coffee if your kitchen isn’t big enough for two separate machines
on August 2, 2026 at 12:00 pmThis fun-size coffee maker has a steep learning curve, but take the time to hone your barista skills and you’ll be rewarded for […]
- I tested the Eufy Omni S2 robotic vacuum — and it’s expensive and impressive in equal measure
on July 19, 2026 at 12:00 pmEufy has taken the excellent mopping performance of the Omni S1 and paired it with vastly improved vacuuming to create one of the […]
- The Dimplex FlexBlade Multi-Directional Bladeless Fan looks like it’s part of a plane, but despite its propeller-like design it may struggle to cool your aircraft hangar
on July 19, 2026 at 7:00 amThe FlexBlade is clever and very flexible, but it’s best experienced fairly close –especially in bi-directional mode.
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- Nioh 3: Hell Rising is a masterful microcosm of everything that made the base game greaton August 18, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Nioh 3: Hell Rising kicks off the game’s post-launch content with a bang. New weapons, enemies, and bosses all make it a must-play.
- I spent two months using the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk, and it’s beautiful — but there’s one small problem
by lucy.buglass@futurenet.com (Lucy Buglass) on August 15, 2026 at 4:30 pmEureka Ergonomic’s Wonder Glowing Glass Desk has been a welcome work companion for two months, but I found one thing to be challenging.
- This massive standing desk is everything I need and more — and best of all the Eureka Ergonomic Aero Pro won’t demolish your bank account
by hamish.hector@futurenet.com (Hamish Hector) on August 15, 2026 at 3:00 pmThis standing desk will be the perfect home for any gaming or work setup, but be warned: it’s massive.
- The Corsair HS35 v3 wireless headset strips back a gaming headset to exactly what matters: premium quality at a reasonable price
on August 14, 2026 at 3:00 pmThe Corsair HS35 v3 wireless headset takes a headset back to absolute basics, without cutting any corners in quality.
- ‘A capable controller with plenty of adjustments’: while this Nintendo Switch 2 and PC gamepad looks like an Xbox controller, it hides some serious upgrades — but there are a few sticking points you need to know about
by lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) on August 8, 2026 at 5:00 pmIt may look like your typical Xbox controller, but the GuliKit KK3 Max has a few more tricks up its sleeve.
- I tested Turtle Beach’s newest controller, and I can’t imagine using anything else for GTA 6 — it’s got an illuminated skyline and tropical vibes; what more could you want?
by dash.wood@futurenet.com (Dashiell Wood) on August 7, 2026 at 4:09 pmThe Turtle Beach Pacific Skyline Wireless Controller is the best-looking Xbox controller I’ve ever used.
- TP-Link BE6300 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender (RE403BE): a fast and easy-to-use device for boosting your Wi-Fi range
on August 17, 2026 at 3:23 pmThe TP-Link BE6300 is a great Wi-Fi 7 extender that can boost your home network’s coverage without costing you a fortune. However, some of the compromises made to keep the price down might be too much for power users, such as gamers.
- TP-Link BE10000 Wi-Fi 7 Range Extender (RE653BE): blazing fast Wi-Fi 7 range extender for power users
on August 17, 2026 at 1:18 pmThe TP-Link BE10000 is a powerful Wi-Fi 7 range extender that can drastically expand the reach of your wireless network – but it’ll be overkill for most people.
- Photoroom AI photo editor review: A one-click wonder for making product shots unmissable on your ecommerce store
on August 16, 2026 at 6:10 amWith an emphasis on the pro-side of photo editing now, Photoroom is designed for anyone running an online business looking to make product images more enticing.
- Bright Data review
on August 13, 2026 at 6:29 pmThis proxy service isn’t cheap, but could be well worthwhile for demanding users.
- The Corsair Nightsword V2 Wireless should feel like an upgrade, but I’m quite upset to see that it’s lost a key selling feature of the original model
by christian.guyton@futurenet.com (Christian Guyton) on August 11, 2026 at 3:28 pmThe Corsair Nightsword V2 Wireless is a decent ergonomic gaming mouse, but it unfortunately feels a bit like a downgrade from its predecessor.
- Alienware 15 (2026) review: exceptional performance at a remarkable price… just ignore the single-channel RAM
on August 10, 2026 at 3:50 pm“Budget” and “Alienware”. Polar opposites? Maybe, but this latest 15-inch gaming laptop from the premium brand has enough performance to keep even the most die-hard of value gaming enthusiasts happy.
- I’ve been testing these cheap open earbuds for weeks, and they have me wondering why you’d spend more on expensive rivals from Shokz and Bose
by tom.bedford@hotmail.co.uk (Tom Bedford) on August 16, 2026 at 11:00 amThe Baseus Bowie MC2 undercut most rival open-style earbuds, but don’t miss out on any major features.
- ‘It’s not an OLED-killer yet’: I tested Hisense’s affordable RGB TV, and while I like its picture quality and performance, it surprisingly falls short in the area I had the highest hopes for
by james.davidson@futurenet.com (James Davidson) on August 10, 2026 at 7:00 pmThe Hisense UR8 is one of the first affordable RGB mini-LED models available, but while it improves over mini-LED in a few ways, […]
- ‘Can’t fault the HEDDphone D1 in any meaningful way’: HEDD’s progeny are emphatically excellent wired headphones at a not-unreasonable price
on July 21, 2026 at 5:00 pmThe HEDDphone D1 headphones are a stunning pair of mid-budget over-ears, with a proprietary driver design that kills […]
- I tested Sony’s new entry-level turntable and, though it sounds decent enough, you deserve so much more than a brand logo for this money
on July 20, 2026 at 5:00 pmThe Sony PS-LX3BT is a competent performer of an entry-level turntable, let down by a cheap chassis and high asking price
- The Samsung S95H is one of the best OLED TVs I’ve ever tested, even if it does feature a controversial design
by james.davidson@futurenet.com (James Davidson) on July 17, 2026 at 8:03 pmSamsung’s latest flagship OLED TV, the S95H, delivers on picture and performance, but features a controversial design change.
- Austrian Audio’s new ‘semi-open-back’ wired headphones are named like some sort of hired assassin, but I tested them and if you want layered audio, they’re ‘The Arranger’ for you
on July 11, 2026 at 12:00 pmWith the awkwardly named ‘The Arranger’, Austrian Audio wants to try and bridge the gap between its excellent entry-level […]
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