Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
Every good content creator needs a ring light, and this cordless one will have your selfies looking sharp
The Lume Cube Cordless Ring Light Pro is a little expensive but a good choice for those who need portability and lots of adjustment.
Camp Snap 2 review: Snap harder
Editor's ChoiceThe Camp Snap 2 is the upgrade I didn’t know I needed, with an improved design and built-in filters, but some issues from the Original Camp Snap linger.
How to get the most out of Spotify Premium — everything included for $13 a month you should be using
I’ve had a Spotify Premium subscription for over a decade, and this is how I squeeze the most out of it to get my money's worth.
Do you need to spend $250 on a kettle? I tested the Dualit Classic Kettle to find out
RecommendedThe Dualit Classic Kettle looks the part, but at $249, it better.
If you’re not using the best lighting for your conference calls, you’re doing it all wrong — here’s my honest opinion on this panel light for your desk
RecommendedThe Lume Cube Edge Light 2.0 has leveled up my conference calls by making me look clear and polished. I just wish it were easier to move.
Is an LED face mask worth the $400 investment? I tested the Ulike ReGlow so you don’t have to
I tested the Ulike ReGlow LED face mask and was impressed by the effect of light therapy on my skin problems, but it has a few flaws.
I don’t want to sacrifice audio quality just because I’m working out, and the Beyerdynamic Amiron 200 open earbuds are the answer
Editor's ChoiceThe Beyerdynamic Amiron 200 earbuds offer quality audio and a sleek open-ear design with a simple but powerful app tying everything together.
I tested Ninja’s premium cooler last year — here’s why it’s still my top summer must-have
I tested the Ninja FrostVault a year ago, and it still holds up as one of the best coolers on the market. This is why you need one this summer.
After testing the Kaha 3 Low GTX hiking shoes, I think Hoka should stick to making running shoes
It’s hard to recommend the Hoka Kaha 3 Low GTX hiking shoes, but if fit and support aren’t everything, they could be for you.
I just reviewed the Hoka Kaha 3 hiking shoes and was underwhelmed, so here are three alternatives I recommend for summer
I wanted to love the Hoka Kaha 3 hiking shoes, but they didn't suit my needs for hiking. However, I have a few other recommendations up my sleeve for summer.
I've spent 2 months testing the Ulike ReGlow to see if LED light therapy really works for my skin — here's what I think so far
I've been using the Ulike ReGlow LED Face Mask for two months, and it's helped me clear up some serious breakouts — so here are my first impressions.
I’ve been testing this budget desk chair from Boulies, and it’s so comfortable I don’t ever want to change it — as long as I can get the seat to last
Editor's ChoiceThe Boulies EP200 is a great choice for a budget desk chair that will fit right in to your home office… as long as you can look past signs of aging.
Open-earbuds aren’t usually for everyone, but I’m certain that the Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO earbuds are the exception to that rule
Editor's ChoiceThe Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO earbuds are the best open-earbuds I’ve tested, with detailed sound and impressive comfort that will please anyone.
I'm obsessed with open-ear buds for hiking — here's what I think after testing this sub-$200 pair out in the wild
The Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO open-earbuds have become my go-to listening choice when I head out on my weekend hikes for their awesome sound quality, but one thing holds them back.
I test Bluetooth speakers for a living and this $50 offering rivals big names like JBL and Bose — here's what I like and don't like about the Tribit StormBox Micro 3
After using the Tribit StormBox Micro 3 for a few weeks, it's become my go-to speaker for indoors and in the backyard. Here's why.
I’ve been testing the Keen Apex Targhee Mid hiking boots — here’s what I like and what I don’t like about them after a month of wear
I’ve been walking in the Keen Apex Targhee Mid hiking boots for a month, and they’ve made their way into my hiking shoe rotation — here’s why.
I thought I was using the greatest webcam in my home office, but after testing the Insta360 Link 2C Pro, it’s changed everything
The Insta360 Link 2C Pro webcam is a worthy upgrade for the home office that keeps everyone in frame even without a gimbal.
The $101 Yashica Tank could be the perfect way to hop on the digi-cam trend — I tested it on vacation to see what it can do
The Yashica Tank is a cheap compact digi-cam that’s perfect for throwing in your bag, but the budget price may be holding it back.
Tribit has done it again — the brand-new StormBox Micro 3 rivals JBL for under $70
Editor's ChoiceThe Tribit StormBox Micro 3 proves that you don’t need to spend a lot of cash to get a durable speaker with awesome sound.
I’ve found the hiking boots that will be coming with me on trails throughout the summer, and their polarizing looks aren’t even a deal breaker
Editor's ChoiceThe Keen Targhee Apex Mid hiking boots are comfortable, offer great support, and are waterproof — you just need to get past the design.
You can take a portable Bluetooth speaker with you camping, but here's why it's not the best idea to use it on your hike
Many people love listening to music while on walks, but headphones are the best listening option so you don't disturb the wildlife.
I wore the Salomon XT-6 sneakers on a 5-day city break and clocked over 93,000 steps — here's how they held up
I spent 5 days testing out the Salomon XT-6 sneakers in extreme heat, walking around the city of Lisbon. Here's what happened.
I’ve been testing these audiophile headphones and they’ve let me hear my favorite music in detail like never before
Editor's ChoiceThe Grell OAE2 are audiophile headphones with a hefty price tag, but are very much worth it.
