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September 2025

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September 30
- I've already binged all six episodes of Hulu's new football comedy series with Glen Powell — and 'Chad Powers' is a major fumble
September 29
- I just installed Govee’s new Curtain Lights Pro and this hidden feature makes me want to leave them on all the time
September 28
- Netflix’s new action-thriller movie with ‘Squid Game’ stars is now streaming — and it’s the most fun I’ve had in ages
- Final Fantasy Tactics is the Game of Thrones video game I always wanted — here's why
- I've officially found my new favorite mid-range soundbar — it made me feel like I was at the movies
- The iPad mini has more competition than ever and this tablet proves it — just with one almighty, unavoidable catch
- I finally tried the 'one-minute tidy' rule in my home — and it makes chores a breeze
September 27
- I'm sorry but the ROG Xbox Ally is way too expensive — and it makes the Steam Deck look like a bargain
- I'm a lifelong gamer and here's 3 ways I make sure bad audio doesn't ruin my PS5 experience
- Messages is the iPhone’s most complete app, but iOS 26 has made it even better — here's how
- Netflix's new No. 1 series is a twisted psychological thriller — and it's made for binge-watching
- All 9 'Alien' movies ranked from worst to best
September 26
- I tested the AirPods Pro 3 and the way they seamlessly pair with my iPhone is almost magical
- 'The Strangers – Chapter 2' feels so repetitive that it's like a horror-mode 'Groundhog Day'
- I almost skipped Hulu’s new psychological thriller movie — here’s why I’m glad I ignored the critics
- Apple TV Plus’ new romantic drama movie with 'Ted Lasso’s' Brett Goldstein is one of the most pleasant surprises of 2025 — and it’ll leave you a sobbing mess
September 25
- I swapped my tight top mattress for a Euro top — why I think most side sleepers should do the same
- Corsair’s Vanguard Pro 96 keyboard has convinced me that magnetic switches aren’t just hype
- 5 Windows 10 features that Windows 11 does way better
- 'One Battle After Another' review: Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio deliver an ambitious epic
- I’m a weightlifting coach — 5 ‘old-school’ exercises that still build functional strength and muscle all over
- Qualcomm is finally getting serious about PC gaming, and its Snapdragon X2 Elite chips prove it
- I've been skeptical about AI on phones — the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip coming to Android could make me a believer
- Netflix's new crime drama show has already crashed the top 10 — and it's perfect for binge-watching this weekend
- I played an hour of Pokémon: Legends Z-A and I can’t wait to dive back in
September 24
- I test earbuds for a living — here's the best AirPods Pro 3 alternatives for Android users
- I’ve already streamed all 6 episodes of Prime Video’s 'Hotel Costiera' — and it’s escapist fun
- ‘Slow Horses’ season 5 starts with a bang and I can't stop thinking about the shocking premiere
September 23
- Netflix’s new No. 1 movie is an intense disaster thriller that will have you holding your breath
September 22
- This one iOS 26 feature gives me hope for the future of Apple Intelligence
September 21
- 10 greatest movies of the past decade, ranked
- The iPhone 17 offers plenty of upgrades — here’s the ones I’d like to see on next year’s iPhone 17e
September 20
- Nvidia and Intel's major deal puts the future of gaming consoles and handhelds at stake — and AMD should be worried
- iPhone 17 Pro Max should be the last of its kind — bring on the iPhone Ultra
- I've already seen 65 movies in theatres this year — here's the 5 best and 5 worst
- I used this classic IKEA cart to build a rollable workstation for my laptop — and it's a game changer for working comfortably from anywhere
- Meta Ray-Ban Display — 5 features that will actually make them worth $800
- 5 must-watch movies are leaving Netflix soon, so start streaming now
- I finally tried the DualSense Edge pro controller — and playing on PS5 will never be the same
- Should you upgrade to iPhone 17? Here’s who should buy (and skip) from the iPhone 13 and up
September 19
- New iPhone 17? These privacy apps should be your first download
- Chrome just got 10 new AI features — these are the 3 best ones
- Netflix just got a dark movie perfect for your Halloween watchlist — and it’s delightfully strange with a chilling twist
- Forget the Apple Watch 11 — 5 reasons to buy the new Garmin Venu 4 instead (and 2 reasons to skip it)
- This RTX 5060 gaming laptop punches way above its price — and it's already my top Black Friday pick
- Nvidia, Intel team up to build hardware: Here's why that's huge for PC gaming
- iPhone 17 and iPhone Air are latest phones to push eSIM — here's why I don't want to give up physical SIM cards
- Jordan Peele-produced horror movie 'Him' has plenty of style but that's about all
September 18
- The DJI Mini 5 Pro is here but it isn't available in the U.S., so here are the drones you should buy instead
- I spent two weeks testing the new $3,000 Breville Oracle, but this one fatal flaw means I'd never buy it
- Meta's Ray-Ban Display smart glasses have a mind-blowing feature — and it's all because of its wrist strap
- I test all my new headphones with these 7 tracks - my testing playlist may be embarassing but here's why it works
- I tried this futuristic monitor light bar and now my desk lights itself every time I sit down
- Apple Watch SE 3 — 6 reasons to buy Apple's new entry-level watch (and 2 reasons to skip)
- I’ve been testing these PS5 gaming speakers, and they offer outstanding sound and a mesmerizing light show
- I just tested these hi-fi earbuds, and they've got better sound than the AirPods, Sony and Bose earbuds
- I'm a weightlifting coach — these are the 3 exercises I prefer over push-ups to build strong, stable shoulders
- 7 Netflix thriller movies with twists you'll never see coming
- I finally canceled Netflix and what I'm streaming instead might surprise you
- From Snapdragon to Exynos: How the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's chipset change really feels
September 17
- I've waited 15 years for a new Skate game — here's my verdict on Skate 4 after playing more than 20 hours
- I knew standing leg extensions could boost mobility, but this was the most surprising benefit for my hip strength
- I've tested a ton of earbuds in the last year — here's my top picks under $50, $150 and $300
- This Jason Bateman show you’ve (probably) never seen is a must-watch Stephen King thriller — and it’s streaming on HBO Max
- I’ve been using and loving these headphones for nearly a year, and they aren’t Bose, Sony or JBL
- I’ve reviewed countless instant cameras — and the Fujifilm Instax mini Evo is a must-have
- I test headphones for a living and these are the 3 alternatives I recommend over the AirPods Pro 3
- I've seen ‘Gen V’ season 2's first three episodes and 'The Boys' fans shouldn't miss them
- I'm a barista and I ditched my Breville Bambino Plus for this $129 espresso machine — is the $370 saving worth it?
- I’ve been running iOS 26 since the summer, and one feature alone makes the upgrade worth it
- I ditched streaming music on Spotify for a digital music player with higher audio quality - here are my top picks for any budget
- Meta Connect 2025 may reveal a new VR headset, but not the one you think — and I can't wait for it
- I have serious concerns about the iPhone Air's design — and these accessories are only making that worse
- Robert Redford's overlooked survival thriller movie is streaming on Prime Video — and it's 95% on Rotten Tomatoes
- I thought the viral drunken monkey sleep hack was a joke — until I tried it
September 16
- Intermittent fasting transformed my sleep — here's why it works, according to experts
- You always need two cameras in your backpack (and one of them should cost under $100) — here’s why
- I'm only excited about one pair of upcoming earbuds, and it's not the AirPods Pro 3
- Want to get the most out of Spotify Lossless? Grab one of these headphones
- I just played Lego Voyagers on PS5 Pro — and it's one of my favorite co-op games in years
- I tried the Epson LifeStudio Plus projector for a week — here’s how it went
- Sonos doesn't make earbuds for movies — so here's why I use AirPods instead
- iPhone 17 launch should have been Apple Intelligence's time to shine — so what happened?
- I found a phishing email in my inbox and a malicious app in my news feed — here’s how I knew they were scams
- ChatGPT's Voice mode is 'back' yet still incredibly cringe — here's why
- I've finally figured out how to sleep through the night thanks to these 5 things
September 15
- I love my AirPods Pro 2 but I won't be buying the AirPods Pro 3 — here's why
- Canon is bringing back this 2016 camera because Kendall Jenner made it go viral — but I recommend this compact instead
- HomePod 3 was a no-show at the iPhone 17 event — so I recommend you get this hi-fi smart speaker instead
- Don't fall for the Spotify Lossless hype — here's the streaming service you should use instead and why
- Spotify Lossless just dropped — here's how it compares to Apple Music, Tidal and other high-res services
- I've been testing the new Breville Oracle Dual Boiler — here's my first impressions of this $3,000 espresso machine
- iPhone 17 marks the end of the 128GB phone era — here's why that's a big deal
- Eureka's J15 Pro Ultra has solved my biggest problem with robot vacuums, here's 3 things I liked and 1 thing I didn't
September 14
- I ditched my iPhone for an Android foldable: 3 things I love and 2 things I hate
- I’ve finally found the perfect gamepad for the Switch 2 — and it isn’t the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller
- These 3 running shoes defined my marathon training this year — here’s why they worked so well
- I'm a coach with over 6 years' experience in mobility — here's 3 exercises I prefer over stretching to build strong hips
- Windows 10 is almost dead — here's my top 5 Windows 11 picks to get before the deadline
- Prime Video just added one of the best action movies of 2025 (so far) — and it’s an adrenaline-fueled ride
September 13
- Apple could make Wi-Fi 'just work' with a new AirPort router — and Apple Silicon could be the missing puzzle piece
- Here are the 7 Emmy-nominated shows you need to stream right now
- My dad has stolen my favorite floor cleaner and won’t give it back — it’s all because of this feature
- I'm a personal trainer, and I recommend boosting recovery after workouts with these 3 must-try tips
- The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 for the PS5 sounds phenomenal — but that’s not even the No. 1 reason I’d buy it
- Prime Video just added one of the best thriller movies you (probably) missed in 2025 — and it’s 97% on Rotten Tomatoes
- Enough is enough — it’s time for Samsung to put Dolby Vision on its TVs
- I review mechanical keyboards for a living and this is what I think of Reddit’s top picks
- I hated running with a fiery passion — until I tried these workout earbuds
- I took my remote PS5 gaming setup to the next level with this phone controller — and I won't be going back
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: 7 reasons to buy (and 3 reasons to skip)
September 12
- I was stunned by 'Foundation' season 3 and the twist that even I couldn't see coming
- I still don't like the iPhone 17 Pro's design, but at least it should improve performance
- HBO Max just added my favorite war movie of the year — and there’s one big reason it's a masterpiece
September 11
- I’m not buying the Apple Watch Ultra 3 — here’s why my Garmin Fenix is staying put on my wrist
- I tried Chrome’s new experimental Split Tabs feature and it completely changed how I use my browser
- ‘The Long Walk’ is one of my favorite movies of 2025 (so far) — and the best Stephen King adaptation in years
- New to weightlifting? I’m a coach, and these are the 5 dumbbell exercises I swear by for building strength and muscle
- One of the most intense shark thriller movies just landed on Hulu — and it’s not ‘Jaws’
- I signed up for YouTube Premium on a whim — and it’s the best decision I’ve made in ages
September 10
- 'Peacemaker' season 2 may be heading for a shocking reveal if this fan theory is true — and I think it is
- I just tried the upgraded GeForce Now cloud gaming — and I'm seriously impressed
- I'm buying a new iPhone 17 Pro Max — but only because it's orange
- The new Dyson Piston Animal just solved my biggest gripe with Dyson cordless cleaners — 3 things I liked and 1 I didn't
- The new Denzel-Spike Lee crime thriller blew me away — ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ is worth the Apple TV Plus price hike
- 5 best war movies on Netflix I recommend you stream
- Apple Watch 11 — 5 reasons I'd buy the new Series 11, and 2 reasons I'd skip it
- I've already streamed all 6 episodes of Prime Video's new psychological thriller — and it's a dark, twisty series that'll have you hooked
- I'm buying a pair of AirPods Pro 3 on day one — and it's got nothing to do with the heart rate monitor or live translation
- iPhone 17 — 6 reasons to buy (and 3 reasons to skip)
September 9
- I played Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and it could be my next big fighting game — here's why
- 'Weapons' is finally streaming — here's why it's one of my favorite movies of 2025 (so far)
- Don't let SAD spoil your sleep this season change — how I'm combatting the symptoms
- I'm not upgrading to the iPhone 17 this year — here's what's holding me back
- I thought the new the iPhone 17 Pro design was dumb — and now I hope the renders are real
September 8
- I ditched my luxury hybrid mattress for a cheap memory foam bed and I’ve never slept better — here’s why
- 'Only Murders in the Building' season 5 is still as charming as ever — with a murder mystery that feels personal
- iPhone 17 prices could be on the rise — should you wait for an iPhone 17e instead?
September 7
- My favorite classic sitcom is now streaming on Hulu — watch 8 seasons of supernatural silliness
- I’m a personal trainer — here's 3 things I noticed about my body after swapping CrossFit for reformer Pilates
- TCL's new QM9K Mini-LED TV just gave us our first glimpse of a remote-less future — this is how you might control your next TV
- Prime Video's new No. 1 Jason Statham action-thriller movie is a must-watch for fans of last year's 'The Beekeeper' — here's why
- Galaxy S25 FE makes an impressive debut — and it could wind up as the best Samsung phone for most people
- All ‘Conjuring’ movies ranked from worst to best
- 5 best crime thriller movies to stream on Netflix
- iPhone 17 launch — 5 burning questions about Apple's upcoming models
September 6
- I’ve tested dozens of mice — here's the 3 features you need to look for before you buy
- I just went hands-on with the new Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro — 5 things you should know about this monster smartwatch
- Has ExpressVPN's price change played right into NordVPN's hands?
- I tried a foldable triple-display portable monitor — and it’s the ultimate mobile accessory for power users
- I created the best beginner multi-room music streaming setup with these two smart speakers — and the sound blew me away
- I test drones for a living — here’s what I think of Reddit’s top recommendations for beginners
- I bought Silksong just because of the hype — here's my impressions after the opening hours
September 5
- I tried a pair of $99 earbuds and they sound almost identical to my AirPods — I'm blown away
- You don't have to spend loads on a new pair of headphones — these 3 pairs cost less than $100 and sound great
- Prime Video just added one of the best spy thriller movies of 2025 (so far) — and it deserves more attention
- Samsung, LG and Google have nothing on Roku — here’s why it’s still my favorite streaming platform in 2025
- 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' review: Lays the saga to rest with heart, though the fright factor is exorcised early
September 4
- This is the one Jacob Elordi movie you should watch now if you can't wait for 'Wuthering Heights' — and it’s not ‘Saltburn’
- Of all the headphones I've tested this year, these two have the best controls
- I have a big problem with Spotify's new messaging feature — here's why
- Cronos: The New Dawn is the spiritual successor to Dead Space I needed this Halloween
- I test headphones for a living — and this is my No. 1 pick for listening to podcasts
- One week in and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is already helping me stay on top my health — here's how
September 3
- I watched all of the summer blockbuster movies — and I rate these above 'Superman' and 'Fantastic Four'
- The iPhone 17 Pro sounds like it will be the iPhone to get this year — here’s why
- Your AirPods are getting a bunch of new features in iOS 26 — here's what's coming
- I love these new features in the iOS 26 Phone app — but there's one big flaw Apple needs to fix
- I just tried the Pixelsnap Qi2 charging stand for the Pixel 10 — and it's a major disappointment
- 5 best Netflix original movies you (probably) haven't seen
September 2
- Trump’s AI action plan unleashed — bias rules, free speech and Big Tech
- Closing my pool is one of the most stressful household tasks I do each year — but this robot cleaner made it a lot easier
- I used my TV's built-in speakers for a week and it was a huge mistake — here's why
- I switched a gaming monitor for an OLED TV — and playing on this Samsung S90D opened my eyes
- The iPhone 17 Air may be great — but I'm not sure if Apple's customers really want it
- This thriller movie just landed on Prime Video — and it's a tense psychological puzzle full of twists
September 1
- AirPods Pro 3 — what Apple has to do to impress me
- Netflix just added a gripping survival thriller movie — and it’s a mind-twisting puzzle fest
- I just beat Hell is Us on PS5 Pro — here’s 3 reasons to play, and 1 to skip
- I swapped my Sonos Arc Ultra for this LG Dolby Atmos Soundbar — and I'm blown away
- I review gaming gear for a living — these are the PS5 gadgets I can’t live without