Latest articles by Nikita Achanta
Watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup on your phone? I recommend these headphones to feel like you're actually at the games, starting at just $99
If you're catching up on highlights or watching the match in public, these are my top headphone picks for you.
I thought the Apple AirPods Max 2 were way overhyped — but I finally tried them and they're some of the best headphones I've ever used
I owe Apple an apology. After weeks of denying the AirPods Max 2's prowess, I finally tried them and I was blown away by their comfort and sound quality.
Detroit Become Human was way ahead of its time — I replayed it in 2026 to unlock every ending and it broke my AI skeptic mind
Detroit Become Human is one of my favorite games of all time, and as an AI skeptic, unlocking every ending has raised a lot of questions about AI sentience.
I’m a photographer and the Canon PIXMA Pro-200S feels like the printer of my dreams — here’s why
Editor's ChoiceThe Canon PIXMA Pro-200S boasts stunning print quality and speeds, and it accommodates small and large paper alike. It sports a low-key, classy design too.
I just tested the Canon Color imageCLASS MF753Cdw II laser printer — and it prints faster than I can say ‘butterscotch’
Editor's ChoiceThe Canon Color imageCLASS MF753Cdw II prints and copies at blazing-fast speeds, and the prints it creates are detailed and accurate.
Norton 360 review: Powerful and bang-for-your-buck antivirus software
Editor's ChoiceNorton 360 offers comprehensive protection against malware, and features an array of powerful tools, including Dark Web Monitoring and a VPN.
Avast One review: Robust protection and a pay-as-you-go model make it a fantastic antivirus software suite
RecommendedAvast One sports a user-friendly interface and offers robust protection against scams and viruses, but it has a couple of drawbacks which its competitors don't.
Malwarebytes review: One of the most user-friendly and comprehensive antivirus software suites
RecommendedMalwarebytes is extremely intuitive, and it provides robust protection against modern cyberthreats thanks to Scam Guard and Digital Footprint Scanner.
Spotify’s new ‘Your All-Time Top Songs’ playlist has revealed a lot about my listening history — and I think it’s even better than Spotify Wrapped
Spotify has celebrated its 20th anniversary with a brand new feature that may just be better than Spotify Wrapped.
I’m ditching my over-ear headphones for these Sony earbuds to beat the heat this summer — and they offer Bose-like sound for a lot less
Over-ear headphones are my go-to but they make my ears too hot in the summer. The solution? A pair of fantastic in-ear buds that sound like Bose but for less!
I ditched my trusty Keen boots for these Columbia hiking shoes for a week — here are my first impressions of the Tellurix Titanium
I've been wearing the Columbia Tellurix Titanium hiking shoes for a week, and these are my first impressions of the design and performance.
Bitdefender review: The ultimate antivirus software for all-round protection
Editor's ChoiceBitdefender offers excellent protection with Full Scanning, Anti-Theft, Scam Protection Pro, and many other goodies which make it fantastic value for money.
Do you need to spend $449 on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen when you can get the new Marshall Milton ANC for $229? I tested both and I’m very surprised
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen are undoubtedly the king of ANC headphones, but do the cheaper Marshall Milton ANC come close for less money?
I’ve been testing the Marshall Milton ANC on-ears vs Marshall Monitor III over-ears — and it’s closer than you think
For the last three weeks, I've been testing the new Marshall Milton ANC on-ears, and I pitted them against the Marshall Monitor III. Here's the winner.
Not all on-ear headphones are uncomfortable: I’ve been using the new Marshall Milton ANC for 3 weeks and they’re ridiculously comfortable and offer outstanding sound too
Marshall has changed the game with its latest on-ear headphones. The Milton ANC boast exceptional sound and great features at a not-so-premium price.
I've been testing the new Marshall Milton ANC for 3 weeks — they fix my biggest gripe with on-ear headphones, and are the new gold standard
Editor's ChoiceThe Marshall Milton ANC are the brand's best on-ear headphones yet, and they boast phenomenal comfort, powerful bass response, and great spatial audio.
The Cherry XTRFY M64 Wireless is a mighty comfortable mouse but it’s let down by glaring issues — and you can get more bang for your buck elsewhere
The Cherry XTRFY M64 Wireless boasts great gaming performance and 26,000 DPI, but it has glaring flaws that don't make it worth the asking price.
The Canon EOS R6 V and the Sony A7R VI dropped this week — both look incredible but here’s the one I’m most excited for (and why)
The Canon EOS R6 V and the Sony A7R VI are here, and both cameras sound powerful and offer best-in-class features. But there's one camera I'm more excited for.
You don't have to buy the most expensive wired earbuds for audiophile sound — here are my top picks under $50, $100 and $150
Wired earbuds can make music sound glorious by offering a balanced sound profile and hi-res streaming. These are my top three choices for most budgets.
Asus has created a controller that blows the Xbox Elite Series 2 out of the water: Here’s why I think the ROG Raikiri II is the perfect gamepad
After having used the Asus ROG Raikiri II for over a week, I wonder why anyone would spend more on the Xbox Elite Series 2 when Asus' offering is much better.
‘The ultrawide Mac display I’ve been waiting for’: here's my honest verdict on the Alogic Edge 40-inch 5K monitor after a month of testing
RecommendedThe Alogic Edge 40-inch 5K Ultrawide boasts excellent color coverage and accuracy, and features plenty of ports for Mac users. But it has some flaws.
I love the Cherry KW 300 MX’s responsive switches and thocky sound profile — but at this price, I’d expect everything to be perfect
The Cherry KW 300 MX offers a lovely typing experience, thocky sound profile, and comes with macOS keycaps. But its drawbacks leave a lot to be desired.
‘The Xbox Elite 2 better watch its back’: I just tested the Asus ROG Raikiri II and it puts every other competitive controller to shame
Editor's ChoiceThe Asus ROG Raikiri II features great TMR sticks and triggers as well as 1,000Hz polling to give you a competitive edge, and there aren't many flaws either.
You don’t need to upgrade your camera just because a new one has come out — here are 5 older cameras that still take stunning photos
Just because a new camera is on the block doesn't mean you need to buy it because old cameras still take beautiful photos. Here are my top picks.
You don’t need to break the bank to get a powerful keyboard — here are my top 7 picks under $120, including mechanical and Hall Effect decks
From mechanical productivity beasts to Hall Effect gaming powerhouses, there are plenty of keyboards out there, especially if you're on a tight sub-$120 budget.
