Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I've tested a ton of earbuds in the last year — here's my top picks under $50, $70, $150 and $300
I review earbuds almost every week, so I've compiled my favorite budget, mid-range and premium options.
I just took a 'sweat test' from a hydration expert — here's what I learned
I just took a 'sweat test', and now I know my sweat more intimately than I ever dreamed possible.
Do Samsung earbuds work on iPhone? I ditched my AirPods Pro 3 for Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro for 7 days — the results surprised me
Can you use Samsung earbuds on an iPhone? I was curious, too, so I swapped out my AirPods Pro 3 and used the new Galaxy Buds 4 Pro to find out.
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: Which flagship earbuds are better?
I put the Sony WF-1000XM6 and the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro head-to-head to see which flagship earbuds reign supreme.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs Apple AirPods Pro 3: Which flagship earbuds win?
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are officially here, so I put them head-to-head with the Apple AirPods Pro 3 to find out which earbuds are superior.
Samsung announces Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro — 5 key features you can expect
Samsung has officially unveiled the new Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Here's everything you can expect, including pricing, features, and sound.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro review: Sleeker design, even better sound
Editor's ChoiceThe Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are a fantastic update to the brand’s premium earbud lineup with unbelievably good sound and a new, sleek design.
I'm Gen Z and I love that CDs are making a comeback — I got my first CD player since 2006 and it beats streaming in 3 ways
I've got three reasons why CDs beat music streaming, although I'll admit, it's not for everyone.
I tested the newest manual coffee maker from Scandi-cool brand Aarke — and it’s red-carpet ready
RecommendedThe Aarke French press is a chic coffee maker for the stylish amongst you, but it’s a premium product with a premium price to boot.
Beyerdynamic DJ 300 Pro X review
The Beyerdynamic DJ 300 Pro X are great DJ cans, with a perfect balance between loud bass and detailed, delicate treble, but only in electronic genres.
I tested the viral AeroPress Clear Color, and it’s the girlypop coffee maker my home cafe was missing
Editor's ChoiceThe AeroPress Clear Color is a stylish update that doesn’t lose the unique brewing technique that makes AeroPress such a stalwart of the coffee world.
I've been testing the Ulike ReGlow LED mask for 2 months — here are 2 things I like and 1 thing I don't
I've been testing the Ulike ReGlow for 2 months, so here are two things I like, and one thing I'm not so sure on.
I've been using the CMF Buds Pro 2 for three months — they're the best budget earbuds money can buy, and now they're $20 off
The CMF by Nothing Buds Pro 2 are sonic marvels, with rich, bass-heavy sound and a well-rounded, melodic treble. Now they're just $49.
The Status Pro X earbuds are the audio world's 'best kept secret' — they sound as good as Bose, Sony, and Apple rivals and now they're $100 cheaper
I tested the Status Pro X weeks ago and awarded them the coveted 4-star Recommended award. Right now, they're $100 cheaper.
I tested the revered Mazzer Philos, and it’s the ‘last grinder you’ll ever buy’
Editor's ChoiceMazzer Philos is a famous coffee grinder, and I get why. It has near-non-existent retention and near-perfect uniformity. As close to flawless as you can get.
I tested FiiO's new $69 wired headphones — and I've never heard music sound this good for so cheap
Considering audiophile headphones start at over $100 and can go well into four digits, the $69 FiiO JT3 are the most exciting thing I've reviewed in 2026 (so far).
Cuisinart Coffee Grinder review
The Cuisinart Coffee Grinder is a blade coffee grinder that, unfortunately, suffers from severe non-uniform grinding, so I can’t recommend it to anyone.
I tested FiiO’s brand-new $69 audiophile-grade headphones — and I don’t know why you’d ever spend $200+ again
Editor's ChoiceThe FiiO JT3 are the budget audiophile cans to beat, with premium sound, materials, and build. I bet they’re the envy of every other audio brand.
It's been 10 months since I ditched my $900 bean-to-cup for this $399 Breville — and it makes perfect espresso every time
I've had my Breville Bambino Plus for 10 months, and I can't see myself going back to a bean-to-cup again. Right now it's $100 off in the Presidents' Day sale.
Keen's $91 hybrid sneakers are the most comfortable shoes I own — I've worn them almost every day for six months and my feet have never felt better
I've been wearing my Keen Jasper Zionic sneakers almost every day for six months, and they're discounted for Presidents' Day.
Move over, Bose — I tested these new 'hidden gem' earbuds, and they're the audio world’s best-kept secret
Everyone loves an underdog, and the new Status Pro X earbuds are proof. From a small business with lots to prove, it's easy to love these premium buds.
I revitalized the sound quality on my tiny bookshelf speakers with this free, unassuming change — here's why it works
I tested the Edifier M60 and loved them, but they sound so much better if you use all the tools available to you. Here's how and why this one change works.
Edifier M60 review: Teeny-tiny but major big-speaker energy
Editor's ChoiceEdifier M60 are super-compact bookshelf speakers ideal for small spaces. The M60 pack a major sonic punch without sacrificing the most important thing: size.
