Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
Hiking in the summer doesn't have to be a sweaty disaster — here's what I take on treks to stay cool, calm and collected
As the weather gets warmer, hiking in the heat can seem a little daunting, but I've found ways to stay cool even on the hottest days.
Stop sneezing at home this allergy season with these expert-approved tips for your robot vacuum
As allergy season comes into full force, here are some tips to keep your home dust and pollen-free.
I tested every pair of budget Nothing earbuds — and my favorite is only $49
I've been testing a whole host of budget earbuds, and these are the three offerings from CMF by Nothing that I think are worth your money.
I’m a robot vacuum expert, and after seeing this vacuum that can climb over obstacles, it’s the only feature I care about
The new Roborock Saros 20 is one of the best robot vacuums on the market, and here are some of the things I like about it.
I tested the CMF Buds 2 and I'm shocked — they're less than $50 but sound like $100 rivals
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 cost under $50 but sound like they cost double, thanks to Dirac Opteo sound and great noise cancellation.
Roborock Saros 20 vs Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 — Which premium robot vacuum is worth the money?
I tried out Roborock’s new flagship robot vacuum and compared it to my favorite Shark vacuum to see which one is worth the money.
I ditched my AirPods for the $79 CMF Buds 2 Plus — now I'm questioning why I had AirPods to begin with
I spent a week testing the CMF Buds 2 Plus, and the sound quality can rival $200 earbuds. So why pay more?
I’ve been using ChatGPT as my own personal Spotify DJ — here’s how I did it
I've been using AI to make Spotify playlists, and ChatGPT has given me some of the best new music to try out.
I hated touching my dirty mop when I cleaned my floors — but Shark’s NeverTouch technology has solved that problem
After using the Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch for a month, I'm certain this is one of the best options for regular home cleaning.
Popsa Photo Book review
Editor's ChoicePopsa provides a premium-quality photo book with great customization options, despite being a little on the pricey side.
I tested the CMF Buds 2 Plus — they cost $79 but sound like $200+ rivals
RecommendedThe CMF Buds 2 Plus tick many of the right boxes, but inconsistent performance across codecs will leave iPhone users in particular feeling shortchanged.
The best mechanical keyboards in 2026: We reviewed 100+ models to find the best 'thock'
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.
I’ve been testing this budget robot vacuum — it cleans well but has zero sense of direction
The Roborock Q10 S5+ sounds like the perfect home addition on paper, but this robot vacuum struggles more than it should.
I tested a $1,200 robot vacuum vs a $550 robot vacuum for 2 weeks — here's the winner
I put a budget and a premium robot vacuum head-to-head to see which one is the best value for money. The answer may surprise you.
I use this Shark robot vacuum every day. It just hit its lowest-ever price ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, and I totally recommend it
The Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch hit its lowest-ever price and keeps the floors of my home bacteria-free.
I’ve been testing Spotify’s generative AI to make my playlists — and it’s redefining my music taste
I’m a playlist connoisseur, and after trying Spotify’s AI playlists beta, I’m worried we’re losing the romance of playlists.
I upgraded my $40 turntable with these Onkyo speakers, and the sound quality was unrecognizable
This cheap improvement proves that you don’t have to spend big bucks to get big results.
I tested Onkyo’s sub-$300 bookshelf speakers — and they’re the easiest way to get premium on a budget performance
RecommendedThe Onkyo GX-30ARC bookshelf speakers offer amazing sound and versatile connectivity at a competitive price, making them a great home audio upgrade.
I’ve been using the same under-desk treadmill for 9 months — here's my honest take on everything you need to know
I’ve been using the WalkingPad Z1 for 9 months to get my steps in, and this is everything you need to know about walking daily.
Silky switches, long battery life, and an expensive price tag — here’s what I think of the Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K
RecommendedThe Keychron Q3 Ultra 8K offers a great sound with ideal features for gaming, but the price tag is enough to put anyone off.
Vistaprint photo book review
The Vistaprint photo book service offers a basic creation process for beginners, but the end product feels like a letdown.
One of the best-sounding keyboards around — I’ve been testing the Keychron V3 Ultra 8K, and here’s everything you need to know
Editor's ChoiceThe Keychron V3 Ultra 8K is an impressively comfortable and customizable mechanical keyboard, and there are only a few minor issues.
I ditched my basic office chair for this budget model with more support, and now I’m more productive all day long
RecommendedThe Boulies OP180 is a comfortable and supportive chair, but while it’s perfect for office workers, there are better rivals for the money.
Wired headphones are the ultimate retro audio flex — and these ’80s-inspired cans from Gadhouse are the fashion statement of 2026
Wired headphones are a fashion statement, and the Gadhouse Welsey Headphones are the ultimate flex.
I’ve been testing the Insta360 Mic Air, and it’s a great option for microphone beginners — here are 3 things I like and 2 things I don’t
The Insta360 Mic Air is a great choice for anyone new to microphones in their production setup, but it comes with some drawbacks as a result of its budget price
