Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I tested the new Apple AirPods Max 2 against the original (2024 version) AirPods Max, and here's the result.
Apple AirPods Max 2 take everything from the originals and multiply it by 100. The sound quality, features, and design are now industry-leading.
I asked a coffee expert from Seattle Coffee Gear how home baristas can maximize the lifespan of their espresso machines.
I tested the AirPods Max against the Nothing Headphone (a) to see if the scrappy, upstart new brand can go head-to-head with one of the giants.
I'm an ex-barista with way too many coffee gadgets, so I challenged the revered Mazzer Philos and the new Baratza Encore ESP Pro to a blind taste test.
The Nothing Headphone (a) are some of the coolest headphones I’ve ever seen, but the narrow soundstage might put off serious audiophiles.
I'm an ex-barista and coffee enthusiast, and the best method for making cafe-quality espresso at home is easier than you think.
I'm an ex-barista and these are the only accessories you need to make espresso like a pro.
I tested the Amazfit Active 3 Premium for a month, but I'd still choose it over my Apple Watch SE 3 for 3 key reasons.
The Baratza Encore ESP Pro is a beginner-friendly, kind of stepless coffee grinder, with great versatility and very minimal static.
The Dreame Miracle Pro looks and feels like a premium hair dryer, but a bloated price tag and inefficient drying style mean I can’t recommend it.
Cuisinart Grind, Tamp and Brew is an interesting espresso machine. While priced like a premium lifestyle machine, it looks and performs like a budget option.
What's the difference between the AirPods Max and AirPods Max 2? We break down all the upgrades.
What's the difference between a single and dual-walled basket? It's all in the pressure. I'm an ex-barista, and here's why you should only use one type.
I swapped my AirPods for JLab Go Sport+ for two weeks. How do the $29 JLabs hold up against the premium, $249 AirPods? Let's find out.
Timemore Chestnut C2s is a coffee grinder with a price low enough to make anyone glance twice. Although not as uniform as others, it’s just $79.
The JLab Go Sport+ are super-budget running earbuds that’ll set you back $29. It’s $29 well spent, too, with a secure design and impressive functionality features.
Which entry-level earbuds are better: Apple AirPods 4 ANC or Samsung Galaxy Buds 4? I put them head-to-head to find out once and for all.
The Amazfit Active 3 Premium is a fantastic budget fitness tracker capable of going head-to-head with industry leaders like Oura, Fitbit, and Apple.
The Icebug Järv RB9X are a pair of well-made, environmentally friendly trail shoes, with responsive soles that let you feel the ground underfoot.
The Geimori GU38 is a $200 coffee grinder positioned as a VS3 lookalike, but its non-uniform grind and high retention mean it can’t overtake the icon.
Are the new Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro a worthy upgrade from the previous model, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro? I put them through a series of challenges to find out.
The Rode Wireless Micro is a smartphone-first set of wireless microphones with a USB-C and Lightning receiver, ideal for content creators… beginners or not.
