Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
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
I’ve been testing this $69 microphone and its budget price comes with some sacrifices
The Insta360 Mic Air is an ultra-affordable mic that’s perfect for anyone taking their first step into enhanced audio.
Wobkey Zen 65 review: Like you’re typing on air
RecommendedThe Wobkey Zen 65 provides great sound and comfortable typing in a premium-looking package, and it’s a customization dream.
I finally switched to clip-on earbuds — and I've never felt so motivated during workouts
Bone conduction is the popular choice when it comes to workout headphones, but what about clip-on buds?
This Shark robot vacuum I use every day to clean my home is now $450 off at Amazon
The Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch is currently 38% off at Amazon, here's why this is a great deal.
I can clean my whole home without lifting a finger — this is the self-sufficient robot vacuum of dreams
RecommendedThe Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 ThermaCharged NeverTouch is the self-sufficient robot vacuum that’ll keep your home sparkling.
H2O Audio TRI 2 PRO review: Great for the pool but a total belly-flop everywhere else
The H2O Audio TRI 2 PRO headphones are ideal for swimmers, but sound quality issues will disappoint runners and gym goers.
Dreame Dazzle review: More budget-friendly than rivals, but with inconsistent results
The Dreame Dazzle air styler has the looks to rival Dyson, but there are too many issues for me to recommend it to everyone.
Trade the expensive spin class sessions for lower-body muscle strengthening at home with this affordable gym gadget
The Echelon EX-5s is a great way to save money on fitness classes and have everything available at home.
Move over Peloton — I’ve been testing this exercise bike, and it’s over $1,000 cheaper than the Peloton Bike+
Editor's ChoiceThe Echelon EX-5s Smart Connect Bike is a convenient at-home cardio solution and a cheaper Peloton alternative, but the membership price is a little off-putting.
I tested the Gadhouse Wesley Headphones — and they’re bringing 1986 into 2026
The Gadhouse Wesley Headphones are the answer to your 80s-style dreams and offer decent sound quality, too.
I tested the Sony WF-1000XM6 vs AirPods Pro 3 on my daily commute — and there's a clear winner
I put three different earbuds’ ANC quality to the test on my commute to see which one comes out on top.
I’ve been testing the Bob and Brad ThermoRed 3-in-1 Back Belt for a month — here are 3 things I like and 1 thing I don’t
The Bob and Brad ThermoRed 3-in-1 Back Belt has become a staple in my post-workout routine. Here’s what I like and dislike about it.
This robot vacuum has reduced the amount of time I spend cleaning up after my pet — and it's currently 20%
The Ecovacs N20e is a powerful robot vacuum that even empties itself when it's done, and it's currently on sale at Amazon.
This heated vibration belt is the key to faster muscle recovery — and it's currently $50 off
The Bob and Brad ThermoRed 3-in-1 Back Belt combines vibration, heat and light to relieve muscle pain, and it's just hit its lowest price.
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs Sony WF-1000XM5: Do you need to upgrade?
This week Sony announced the release of their new WF-1000XM6 earbuds, but is it worth upgrading from the older model?
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs Apple AirPods Pro 3: Which earbuds should you spend your money on?
The new Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds go up against the Apple AirPods Pro 3, but which earbuds come out on top?
I tested the Audio Pro Addon C5 MKII, and it's a stylish, buildable home hi-fi system — but a few things hold it back
I’ve been testing the Audio Pro Addon C5 MKII, a retro-looking speaker with Wi-Fi streaming capabilities for great sound.
I never hit my steps goal while working from home until I got this under-desk treadmill — and now it's 20% off
The WalkingPad Z1 helps me hit 10K steps every day even when I WFH, and it's currently at its lowest price.
I test Bluetooth speakers for a living — here are my 5 favorite deals for Presidents' Day
I test audio gear for a living, and these are the Bluetooth speakers I would spend my money on.
