Latest articles by Nikita Achanta
The game I always play to test gaming headsets is getting a sequel — here’s why Control is the best test for bass, treble and spatial audio
I play a lot of games to test gaming headsets, from Expedition 33 to F1 25, but I never skip Control because of its eerie soundscape and great combat sounds.
I've tested nearly 100 keyboards and finally found my dream deck — here’s why the Epomaker Glyph is my new favorite
For the last two weeks, I've been typing on the typewriter-style Epomaker Glyph, and its sound, design and typing experience have truly won me over.
Can a budget PS5 headset actually make games sound immersive? I ditched my $299 Razer for the $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 to find out
You don't have to spend loads to get immersive sound in video games, and the PowerA LucidSound LS500 proves it. Here's what I love and hate about it.
The $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a fantastic PS5 headset — and it’s coming for Turtle Beach’s crown
RecommendedThe PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a powerful and competent headset. For just $69, it offers great sound quality and all-day comfort. But it does have some flaws.
I’ve walked over 75,000 steps in the Columbia Tellurix Titanium OutDry — and these rugged, waterproof boots are great for hikes but not everyday wear
The Columbia Tellurix Titanium OutDry are great hiking boots as they're rugged, waterproof and sport a durable build. But they aren't made for everyday wear.
‘The most absurd and wonderful keyboard I’ve ever typed on’: I tested the typewriter-style Epomaker Glyph and it’s earned a permanent spot on my desk
Editor's ChoiceThe Epomaker Glyph is a wonderful keyboard to type on, thanks to its responsive linear switches, typewriter-like design and sound profile, and dual screens.
I just tested MSI’s $749 QD-OLED monitor — and the X50’s 500Hz refresh rate and colorful panel deliver a phenomenal gaming experience
RecommendedThe MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 is an excellent gaming monitor boasting a 500Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, accurate colors and great color reproduction.
I ditched my $54 JBL Go 5 to listen to music on the $49 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker — and 8BitDo does something JBL doesn't
I've been testing the 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker and though it doesn't sound as full-bodied as the JBL Go 5, its cute looks and long battery life have won me over.
007 First Light feels like the perfect origin story — and it made me care about James Bond again
I wasn't sold on 007 First Light at reveal, but after finishing it, it's one of the best games I've played and rekindled my love for James Bond.
Gimmick or genius? I was skeptical about the Logitech M850L’s built-in cushioned palm rest — then I tested it
The Logitech M850L is the brand's first mouse with a built-in cushioned palm rest and though it sounds gimmicky, it's actually useful. Here's how.
‘I never thought cheap wired earbuds could sound so good’: here's how the $39 Dunu Titan X change the budget hi-res game
You don't need to spend big bucks to hear outstanding hi-res audio, and the $39 Dunu Titan X are an excellent choice for music fans on a budget.
‘The endgame of budget productivity mice’: I tested the $49 Logitech M850L and its built-in cushioned palm rest delivers unparalleled comfort
Editor's ChoiceThe Logitech M850L is the brand's first mouse with a built-in cushioned palm rest which delivers unparalleled comfort for all-day work, and it costs just $49.
Forget spending $150 on Sennheiser IEMs — I just tested the $39 Dunu Titan X and they’re perfect for audiophiles on a budget
Editor's ChoiceThe Dunu Titan X are outstanding and comfortable IEMs, delivering powerful bass, crisp treble and a refined midrange. The best part is that they cost just $39.
I’ve never seen a speaker as cute and quirky as the NES-inspired 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 — and it boasts surprisingly good sound for just $49
The 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 is an NES-inspired speaker with D-pad controls, and it boasts crisp treble and a refined midrange for $49. It has some flaws though.
Watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup on your phone? I recommend these headphones to feel like you're actually at the games, starting at just $99
If you're catching up on highlights or watching the match in public, these are my top headphone picks for you.
I thought the Apple AirPods Max 2 were way overhyped — but I finally tried them and they're some of the best headphones I've ever used
I owe Apple an apology. After weeks of denying the AirPods Max 2's prowess, I finally tried them and I was blown away by their comfort and sound quality.
Detroit Become Human was way ahead of its time — I replayed it in 2026 to unlock every ending and it broke my AI skeptic mind
Detroit Become Human is one of my favorite games of all time, and as an AI skeptic, unlocking every ending has raised a lot of questions about AI sentience.
I’m a photographer and the Canon PIXMA Pro-200S feels like the printer of my dreams — here’s why
Editor's ChoiceThe Canon PIXMA Pro-200S boasts stunning print quality and speeds, and it accommodates small and large paper alike. It sports a low-key, classy design too.
I just tested the Canon Color imageCLASS MF753Cdw II laser printer — and it prints faster than I can say ‘butterscotch’
Editor's ChoiceThe Canon Color imageCLASS MF753Cdw II prints and copies at blazing-fast speeds, and the prints it creates are detailed and accurate.
Norton 360 review: Powerful and bang-for-your-buck antivirus software
Editor's ChoiceNorton 360 offers comprehensive protection against malware, and features an array of powerful tools, including Dark Web Monitoring and a VPN.
Avast One review: Robust protection and a pay-as-you-go model make it a fantastic antivirus software suite
RecommendedAvast One sports a user-friendly interface and offers robust protection against scams and viruses, but it has a couple of drawbacks which its competitors don't.
Malwarebytes review: One of the most user-friendly and comprehensive antivirus software suites
RecommendedMalwarebytes is extremely intuitive, and it provides robust protection against modern cyberthreats thanks to Scam Guard and Digital Footprint Scanner.
Compact cameras won't win you any photography awards but they're extremely fun, especially in the summer — and my favorites are on sale for Memorial Day
Memorial Day sales are a great time to pick up a compact camera for the summer, and my favorites are now on sale, including a fantastic Fujifilm!
