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Google Pixel 11 hands-on.
The Pixel 11 is available to pre-order, but you probably shouldn't right now — here's why

By Tom Pritchard Published

Paying full price for a Pixel phone feels more and more like choosing to be ripped off. Here's why you should wait before buying a Pixel 11.

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Google Phones
Keurig K-Duo Hot & Iced
Best Keurig coffee maker in 2026

By Millie Fender Last updated

We tested and compared the latest models to find the best Keurig coffee makers.

Coffee Makers
back to school assistants
I gave ChatGPT, Gemini, and Alexa the same school supply list — one cost 3X as much

By Amanda Caswell Published

I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Alexa to shop my kids' school supply lists. One AI found the best deals, while another nearly tripled my total.

AI
Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds photographed in front of a blue background
Best Apple AirPods alternatives: Top picks available to buy

By Tammy Rogers Last updated

The best Apple AirPods alternatives: rival earbud designs tested and ranked for sound quality and features.

Earbuds
A woman planting flowers with a watering can
Stop wasting your money — Gardeners share the common yard expenses to avoid (and great hacks to save cash)

By Cynthia Lawrence Published

I asked gardeners what the biggest money-wasters are that we often spend for our yards. Here’s what they said and what to buy instead.

Gardening
Hisense QD7 Mini LED TV on a table
These are the best TVs under $500 I recommend right now to upgrade your setup without breaking the bank

By James Frew Last updated

These are the best TVs under $500 we've tested that keep the cost down and performance up for movies, TV shows and gaming.

TVs
Cooking pasta in water and using a sieve to drain the water
Forget fertilizer — pasta water could be the secret to giving your tomato plants a boost. Here’s why

By Cynthia Lawrence Published

Pasta water for tomatoes? Why this leftover ingredient is a great boost for your plants this summer.

Gardening
Vitamix Ascent X3 blender review
This is the best blender in the world, and two trusty, cheaper alternatives

By Millie Fender Last updated

The top 3 blenders you can buy in 2026, from restaurant-level results to budget-friendly options

Home Appliances
Shark PowerDetect Thermacharged robot vacuum on hardfloor
What is the best Shark robot vacuum in 2026? 3 top picks, compared

By Millie Fender Last updated

Shark makes some of the top robot vacuums on the market, but which is best for you? Here's our complete ranking.

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The main image shows a woman inspecting the Purple mattress Protector. Top right, an inset of a hand spilling wine on a mattress. Bottom right, an inset of a person spilling coffee on a mattress. Bottom left, a badge saying 'Tested!'
$21 vs $119 mattress protector showdown: Which one performs best in our 6 spill tests?

By Ruth Jones Published

Every bed needs a mattress protector — to see if you should save or splurge, I put two to the test by throwing everything I had at them (literally).

Mattress Care
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