Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
I've been testing CMF by Nothing's sub-$40 earbuds — here's 3 things I like and 2 things I don't
The CMF Buds 2a are some of the most impressive cheap wireless earbuds I've ever tested. Here's what I like and what I don't like.
I test Bluetooth speakers for a living and these are my 12 top picks for outdoor listening this summer
As the weather gets warmer, these are the best Bluetooth speakers to consider for outdoor music listening.
I used Spotify’s Prompted Playlists to stay on top of the latest tech news — here’s how you can listen too
Spotify knows exactly which podcasts I want to listen to, and thanks to the new podcast feature on Prompted Playlists, I'm no longer doom-scrolling for the perfect pod.
I tested Nothing’s $39 earbuds — and I’ll never spend big bucks on a pair of buds again
Editor's ChoiceFor just $39, the CMF Buds 2A provide awesome sound quality and ANC, but for that price, what more could you want?
Hiking in the summer doesn't have to be a sweaty disaster — here's what I take on treks to stay cool, calm and collected
As the weather gets warmer, hiking in the heat can seem a little daunting, but I've found ways to stay cool even on the hottest days.
Stop sneezing at home this allergy season with these expert-approved tips for your robot vacuum
As allergy season comes into full force, here are some tips to keep your home dust and pollen-free.
I tested every pair of budget Nothing earbuds — and my favorite is only $49
I've been testing a whole host of budget earbuds, and these are the three offerings from CMF by Nothing that I think are worth your money.
I’m a robot vacuum expert, and after seeing this vacuum that can climb over obstacles, it’s the only feature I care about
The new Roborock Saros 20 is one of the best robot vacuums on the market, and here are some of the things I like about it.
I tested the CMF Buds 2 and I'm shocked — they're less than $50 but sound like $100 rivals
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 cost under $50 but sound like they cost double, thanks to Dirac Opteo sound and great noise cancellation.
Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 — Which premium robot vacuum is worth the money?
I tried out Roborock’s new flagship robot vacuum and compared it to my favorite Shark vacuum to see which one is worth the money.
I ditched my AirPods for the $79 CMF Buds 2 Plus — now I'm questioning why I had AirPods to begin with
I spent a week testing the CMF Buds 2 Plus, and the sound quality can rival $200 earbuds. So why pay more?
I’ve been using ChatGPT as my own personal Spotify DJ — here’s how I did it
I've been using AI to make Spotify playlists, and ChatGPT has given me some of the best new music to try out.
I hated touching my dirty mop when I cleaned my floors — but Shark’s NeverTouch technology has solved that problem
After using the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch for a month, I'm certain this is one of the best options for regular home cleaning.
Popsa Photo Book review
Editor's ChoicePopsa provides a premium-quality photo book with great customization options, despite being a little on the pricey side.
I tested the CMF Buds 2 Plus — they cost $79 but sound like $200+ rivals
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 Plus tick many of the right boxes, but inconsistent performance across codecs will leave iPhone users in particular feeling shortchanged.
I’ve been testing this budget robot vacuum — it cleans well but has zero sense of direction
The Roborock Q10 S5+ sounds like the perfect home addition on paper, but this robot vacuum struggles more than it should.
I tested a $1,200 robot vacuum vs a $550 robot vacuum for 2 weeks — here's the winner
I put a budget and a premium robot vacuum head-to-head to see which one is the best value for money. The answer may surprise you.
I’ve been testing Spotify’s generative AI to make my playlists — and it’s redefining my music taste
I’m a playlist connoisseur, and after trying Spotify’s AI playlists beta, I’m worried we’re losing the romance of playlists.
I upgraded my $40 turntable with these Onkyo speakers, and the sound quality was unrecognizable
This cheap improvement proves that you don’t have to spend big bucks to get big results.
I tested Onkyo’s sub-$300 bookshelf speakers — and they’re the easiest way to get premium on a budget performance
RecommendedThe Onkyo GX-30ARC bookshelf speakers offer amazing sound and versatile connectivity at a competitive price, making them a great home audio upgrade.
I’ve been using the same under-desk treadmill for 9 months — here's my honest take on everything you need to know
I’ve been using the WalkingPad Z1 for 9 months to get my steps in, and this is everything you need to know about walking daily.
Silky switches, long battery life, and an expensive price tag — here’s what I think of the Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K
RecommendedThe Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K offers a great sound with ideal features for gaming, but the price tag is enough to put anyone off.
Vistaprint photo book review
The Vistaprint photo book service offers a basic creation process for beginners, but the end product feels like a letdown.
