Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
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.
Do you really need to spend more on a cassette player to get better sound quality? Here's what you need to know
I've tested two cassette players, and the difference in sound quality is certainly noticeable, but does spending more really get you better quality?
Forget Dyson: you don’t need to spend big bucks on a robot vacuum for hard floors
You need to spend more money for better suction from a robot vacuum to clean the carpet, but is it so important on hard flooring?
I've been testing Sony's new wearable AC and it's changed the way I survive summer heat — the tech is actually genius
The Reon Pocket Pro Plus is a discrete device that you wear under your clothing to regulate body temperature, and it's become my staple companion for summer.
I've been testing these hybrid water sneakers for a month — and they're perfect for the beach
I ditched going barefoot at the beach for these Columbia sneaks made for the water, and I was surprised at how much I liked them.
I test Bluetooth speakers for a living, and these are the 3 I'll be using all summer long — and they start at just $20 on sale
Whether you want ground-shaking bass or impressive sound clarity, these are the speakers I recommend for outdoor listening this summer.
I’ve been testing these hybrid shoes, and they’re the beach day addition I never realized I needed
The Columbia Drainmaker sneakers are hybrid water shoes that offer comfortable steadiness in the water and on the rocks, but a little friction could put some adventurers off.
Forget fans, I've been testing Sony's new wearable thermo device — and it's the gadget of the future
Editor's ChoiceThe Reon Pocket Pro Plus is a gadget in its own category that provides personalized heating and cooling discreetly under your clothing.
I’ve been testing the Puraflows Auramist Cold Press Juicer, and I wanted to love it for its cheap price tag — but here’s what I really think
The Puraflows Cold Press Juicer is a simple choice for beginners, but the cleanup process and significant noise are enough to put anyone off.
An affordable robot vacuum with decent performance is hard to come by, so I’ve been testing the Dreame D10 Plus Gen 2, and it ticks all the boxes (if you have the right flooring)
The Dreame D10 Plus Gen 2 is an affordable entry-level robot vacuum cleaner that’s perfect for homes with hard floors, but its suction holds it back.
Sony just launched the new 1000X The ColleXion headphones — here's everything you need to know about this premium audio upgrade
Sony announces the launch of the new luxury 1000X The ColleXion headphones — this is everything you need to know, including the price, design and audio specs.
The Invincible Season 4 finale left me wanting more, so I’m using Spotify’s official TV & Film playlists to relive the action
After watching the latest season of Invincible, I wanted to relive the whole show, and Spotify has official playlists that let me do just that.
I’ve walked 100,000 steps in the Salomon XT-6 sneakers — and this is my verdict on the most stylish streetwear shoe you can buy right now
Editor's ChoiceThey may be built for the outdoors, but the world decided the Salomon XT-6s are meant for city coffee shops, and I agree.
Forget your old Walkman: We Are Rewind’s cassette player makes mixtapes modern with Bluetooth and a rechargeable battery
RecommendedThe We Are Rewind Cassette Player is a premium way to listen to tapes, in both performance and price.
I bought the Kodak Charmera and it's not supposed to look good, but I still think everyone should have one when taking a trip with friends
I bought the TikTok and Instagram viral Kodak Charmera, and it's changed the way I take photos when I'm with my friends.
I've been using this tiny Bluetooth speaker for 3 months — its surprisingly big sound has transformed my home listening (and it's on sale right now)
The Edifier ES20 is a tiny speaker that can withstand the elements and provide big sound, and it's currently on sale for a limited time.
4.5 stars under $50 — here's the top cheap earbuds, Bluetooth speakers and cameras we've tested
After rigorous testing, these are the five best products for under $50 recommended by our reviews team.
Digital fatigue is showing up in our music consumption — and Gen Z is ditching streaming for vinyl crackle
It's easy to feel burnt out from such a digital lifestyle, but I've been turning to vinyl and cassette to counteract this — and it seems like other people are too.
You can get my favorite cheap turntable that sounds high-end for even less right now while it's $80 off at Amazon
I've been testing the Crosley C65, and it's the best budget upgrade I've ever made to my home music system.
Is the Crosley C65 the best turntable you can buy for under $300? I put it to the test to find out
The Crosley C65 is an affordable turntable set up equipped with bookshelf speakers for impressive audio performance and good looks.
Cassette collectors are in luck with this $99 portable player from Gadhouse — I tested it to find out whether it’s worth your money
The Gadhouse MIKO is a retro-style cassette player that makes listening to tapes easy if you’re on a budget or need to save space, but it has some drawbacks.
I ditched the AirPods to test the newest affordable open-earbuds for working out — and I can't recommend them highly enough
These new open-earbuds offer the best sound while working out — they're even better than AirPods.
I asked ChatGPT for tips to get through the "worst ever" airport in Europe — this is the advice it gave me
I'm planning a trip to Lisbon, which is said to have the worst airport in Europe, so I asked AI for advice on how to have a successful trip.
