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July 2026

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July 28
- I raced a stranger up a hill on the Apollo Explorer 2.0, and completely smoked his electric scooter
July 26
- I just tested the brand-new Samsung QS90H — and it’s one of the best all-in-one soundbars money can buy
July 25
- MSI Pro Max 271UPXW12G review: A more affordable Studio Display alternative
- These Sennheiser TV headphones might’ve stopped my partner and neighbors from killing me — here’s how
- I just tested the new Dell XPS 13 — here’s why it’s the best budget Windows laptop right now
July 24
- Every good content creator needs a ring light, and this cordless one will have your selfies looking sharp
- I tested the Ninja Luxe Cafe Mini Plus — and it’s ideal for total beginners due to this one game-changing feature
- This $399 SteelSeries headset works on every platform: I tested it for a month to see if it's worth your cash
- I tested the HEDDphone TWO GT — now I can't go back to normal headphones
July 23
- I drove the Cadillac Optiq for a week — and it makes other compact electric SUVs look tiny
- I just went hands-on with the Garmin Cirqa — and it strikes a near-perfect balance between the Fitbit Air and Whoop 5.0
July 22
- I’ve been wearing the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 for nearly a week — 5 things I like and 1 thing I don’t
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra hands-on review: Massive hardware leap at a heavier price
- I’ve always liked Samsung’s flip phones, but the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is a big letdown — here’s why
- 5 things to know about the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 9
- I went hands-on with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 — wide, weird and I want it
- Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Indoor Camera 2K review
- Withings BodyScan 2 review: Tracking practically everything about your health and longevity, at a premium price
July 21
- I played Splatoon Raiders for 20 hours and it’s one of the most fun (and surprisingly deep) games on the Nintendo Switch 2 so far
July 20
- I tested the Denon Home 600 — and it’s one of the most ambitious smart speakers yet
- Camp Snap 2 review: Snap harder
- I traveled the world with the Boox Go 10.3 Gen II, and I found a great Kindle Scribe alternative (provided you don’t do too much note-taking)
July 19
- I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Clifton Pro and it’s the best Clifton I’ve tested and a worthwhile upgrade on the Clifton 11
- Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Outdoor review: Solid and inexpensive, if unspectacular
July 17
- Do you need to spend $250 on a kettle? I tested the Dualit Classic Kettle to find out
- The Corsair Sabre V2 Pro is a mighty impressive mouse with 8,000Hz polling and 33,000 DPI — here’s why it’s great for FPS and esports
- I tested the Edifier MR5 — and they’re budget-friendly studio monitors with energy and clarity
- I just tested the MSI Crosshair 16 HX E14W — and its effective cooling system and 240Hz refresh rate make it one of the finest gaming laptops today
- Stop the guesswork: Cuisinart’s Clearview air fryer gives you dinner in plain sight
- I banned indoor cooking this heatwave — and this Weber grill saved my sanity
July 16
- The Motorola MotoPad (2026) might be the new budget tablet king
- I tested Samsung's S90H — and it's a great glare-free OLED TV for the money
- Miele Guard M1 Cat and Dog Flex review: The gold standard for pet hair
July 15
- Pound for pound, these Sennheiser open-back headphones are the best I’ve ever tested, and only cost $199 on sale
- I tested the ultra-affordable Amazon Ember 4-Series TV and I wasn’t disappointed — here’s how it stacks up
- The Narwal Flow 2 looks slick, but its performance misses the mark for a $1,500 robot vacuum
July 13
- I tested the Dreame Aero Pro Steam vacuum, and it did a spotless job cleaning up after our new puppy
July 12
- I ran 35 miles in the Skechers Aero Razor, and it’s a surprise hit, perfect for runners who love lightweight shoes
July 10
- If you’re not using the best lighting for your conference calls, you’re doing it all wrong — here’s my honest opinion on this panel light for your desk
- I tested the $299 X By Xreal a01+ AR glasses over 25,000 miles of travel — they’re proof that we don’t need fancy spatial tracking, we just need a cheaper screen
- I just tested the ‘world’s first 6K touchscreen’ monitor — its color coverage and accuracy blew me away but its price tag brought me back down to earth
- I tested JBL’s newest flagship soundbar — and it’s proof you don’t need to spend $2k on a full home theater setup
- I tested Nespresso’s brand-new Vertuo Up — and it has a dedicated ‘Over Ice’ mode for summer
- I’ve been testing the Fujifilm Instax mini 13 and it’s the put the fun back into instant photography — here’s why it’s perfect for basically everyone
- Is an LED face mask worth the $400 investment? I tested the Ulike ReGlow so you don’t have to
July 9
- I just tested the new Alienware 34 280Hz QD-OLED — and it’s about as perfect as gaming monitors can get
- I ditched my office chair for the Razer Iskur V2 NewGen and it finally sold me on gaming chairs
- HOVERAir AQUA review: This drone is fearless over water
July 8
- Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a remake done right — and the best pirate game I’ve ever played
July 7
- ‘Easy on the eyes and ridiculously stunning sound’ — I tested the Marshall Stanmore IV home speaker and it’s coming for Sonos’ crown
- The Marshall Acton IV won me over with its charming retro design and incredible sound — and it’s earned a permanent spot on my coffee table
- I tested this smart, portable AC to beat the summer heat and it kept me super cool — but it'll leave a dent in your wallet and floorspace
July 6
- I don’t want to sacrifice audio quality just because I’m working out, and the Beyerdynamic Amiron 200 open earbuds are the answer
- The Razer Viper V4 Pro is ‘nothing short of phenomenal’ — its industry-leading 50,000 DPI and 8,000Hz polling are overkill in all the right ways
- I tested IKAPE’s portable espresso maker — and it’s the most coffee-snob-friendly portable coffee machine in the world
- The IQUNIX MQ80 is one of the loveliest mechanical keyboards I’ve tested so far — here’s my honest verdict on whether it’s worth $169
- I can't believe an RTX 5080 gaming laptop just lasted 14 hours on the battery: My full Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 review
July 5
- The Dyson V16 Piston Animal is a great multi-tasker and handles messes well — but is it worth the premium price?
- This $579 Lenovo Chromebook gets so much right — but fails where it counts
July 4
- I tested the Grado SR80 open-back headphones — and they make my music sound like vinyl
- I tested a solar smart lock that never needs to be recharged — but there's more to it than just endless battery life
July 3
- I just reviewed the Samsung S85H OLED — and it’s a tantalizingly affordable OLED TV with top-tier visuals
- Brooks Ghost 18 review: A reliable legend that's getting left behind
- Govee’s solar string lights took me back to the 70s — but are these color-changing smart lights worth the premium price?
July 2
- I tested Sunseeker S4 robot lawnmower for a month and my yard hasn't looked this good in years — with one exception
- Ride1Up Vorsa Lite eBike review
July 1
- I tested the minimalist Cambridge Audio L/R S — and they’re some of the most premium-feeling midrange speakers on the market
- I’ve spent two weeks testing the new Potensic Atom 3 — and this DJI alternative is one of the best beginner drones you can buy today
- I tested Ooni’s $450 pizza oven — I've never had crusts this crispy (for better and worse)
- Lockin Veno Solar smart lock review: This smart lock never needs recharging