Latest articles by Nikita Achanta
The Edifier G5 Max delivers main character energy without the luxury price tag — here’s why it’s excellent
Editor's ChoiceThe Edifier G5 Max is supremely comfortable and boasts excellent, immersive in-game audio, up to 305 hours of battery life, and dual companion apps.
I’ve walked over 100,000 steps in the Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX — and they’re some of the most comfortable and grippy shoes I’ve tested so far
RecommendedThe Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX provides excellent traction on most wet and dry surfaces. They're comfortable, breathable and waterproof too.
I’ve spent a month testing this Lomography reloadable film camera — and for $27, it offers unbeatable value for money
RecommendedThe Lomography Simple Use Reloadable Film Camera takes retro photos and is easy to use. At just $27, it offers great value for money, but it has some flaws.
I tested the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro for a month to track workouts, check my stress, and monitor my sleep — and this $89 Apple Watch dupe is simply excellent
Editor's ChoiceThe Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro is an excellent sub-$100 smartwatch for tracking your workouts, sleep, and other metrics, and it's extremely comfortable too.
My 13-year-old Nikon DSLR has been battered, bruised, beaten and survived it all — it’s what made me fall in love with photography
I've owned the Nikon D5100 since 2013, and it's the camera that made me the photographer I am today. This is a love letter to the camera that started it all.
Best instant cameras in 2026
Here are the best instant cameras based on our testing.
I’ve tested a ton of cameras and drones in 2026 — and these are my 5 favorites (so far) from DJI, Canon, Leica and more
So far in 2026, I've reviewed 12 cameras and drones, and most of them have been great. I've rounded up my 5 favorite launches from DJI, Leica, Canon and more.
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
RecommendedThe Corsair Sabre V2 Pro is a great esports and FPS mouse with 33,000 DPI and 8,000Hz polling, and it's lightweight and comfortable. But it has a couple flaws.
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
RecommendedThe MSI Crosshair 16 HX E14W is an excellent gaming laptop with a 240Hz refresh rate and beautiful, accurate colors. Its cooling system is very effective too.
The JBL Xtreme 5 and Marshall Stanmore IV cost the same so which one should you buy? I’ve tested both and here’s what I think
Both the rugged JBL Xtreme 5 and the mains-powered Marshall Stanmore IV cost $399 each, so which one is right for you? Here's the one I'd pick.
The best tech of 2026 (so far): 26 products we've actually tested, rated and loved
Here are our favorite products from 2026 after 6 months of non-stop testing.
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
The Alogic Clarity 6K Touch boasts excellent color coverage and accuracy, and it features a responsive touchscreen, making it good for architects and creatives.
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
Editor's ChoiceThe Fujifilm Instax mini 13 is pure fun. It's extremely easy to use, it takes lovely photos, and it features a Close-Up mode and an accurate selfie mirror.
‘Easy on the eyes and ridiculously stunning sound’ — I tested the Marshall Stanmore IV home speaker and it’s coming for Sonos’ crown
Editor's ChoiceThe Marshall Stanmore IV is an exceptional home speaker, boasting powerful bass and refined treble regardless of the volume. It looks beautiful and retro, too.
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
RecommendedThe Marshall Acton IV is a charming, retro-styled home speaker that boasts detailed sound. It can be paired with other Homeline IV speakers too.
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
Editor's ChoiceThe Razer Viper V4 Pro is a game-changer for esports, thanks to its 8,000Hz polling and 50,000 DPI. Gaming performance is superb while customization is easy.
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
RecommendedThe IQUNIX MQ80 is a stellar mechanical keyboard. It's a joy to type on and listen to, and its web-based companion software makes customization easy.
The Potensic Atom 3 is a great beginner drone — but here’s why I think you should buy these DJI alternatives instead
I've enjoyed testing the Potensic Atom 3 and though it's a capable beginner drone, it pales in comparison to these DJI drones. Here's why.
I used this 4-in-1 pocket printer to create temporary tattoos and even design my own t-shirts — it’s the gadget of my dreams
I've spent over a month testing the Inkwon Tag, and this 4-in-1 printer lets me make temporary tattoos, t-shirt designs, stickers, and more.
Best drones in 2026
From the best budget drone to the best 360-degree quadcopter, here are my top expert picks based on design, ease of use, camera quality, and flight time.
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
RecommendedThe Potensic Atom 3 is a powerful beginner-friendly drone that shoots 4K/60fps video and 50MP stills, and it's easy to fly thanks to the new PTD2 controller.
I just tried ‘the world’s first 4-in-1 portable color inkjet printer’ — and the Inkwon Tag is perfect for stickers, temporary tattoos, and even designing your own t-shirts
RecommendedThe Inkwon Tag is a great pocket printer for creating temporary tattoos, heat transfers, stickers and more. It's highly portable and easy to use too.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is already getting an update — I spent 3 days with the Osmo Pocket 4P in Malta and here's what I'm allowed to tell you (with sample footage!)
I spent three days recording the sights and sounds of Malta on the DJI Osmo Pocket 4P, and the footage I captured is nothing short of beautiful.
I’ve spent 10 days testing the new Leica SL3-P — 40fps and Leica’s most advanced autofocus yet help it finally take the fight to Canon and Sony
Editor's ChoiceThe Leica SL3-P is a powerful hybrid camera packing a 44MP full frame sensor for beautiful photos, 8K Open Gate, strong dynamic range performance, and more.
