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August 2026

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August 31
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a wonderfully demanding action game with some of the best boss battles since Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
- I tested Noble's high-end IEMs and they boast an unbelievably wide soundstage — but are the Iris worth $699?
- I’ve been testing the Grado SR325: They’re not the most comfortable, but I could still listen for hours
- I played the ModRetro M64 — and it's an unfinished remake of the Nintendo 64
- I tested Subminimal’s newest handheld milk frother — and it’s so much more than a coffee accessory
August 30
- The Beyerdynamic DT 30 IE are some of the most comfortable in-ear monitors I’ve tested — but they aren’t for everyone
- I ran 40 miles in the On Cloudboom Volt and it’s a snappy super-sneaker for training and racing
- I just tested the HP Omen Max 45L and it's a seriously powerful gaming PC — but it'll crush your wallet
- I wore the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for a month — the new health tools impress, but that doesn’t mean you should upgrade
August 29
- I just tested Samsung’s 6K gaming monitor — and my eyes still can’t believe it
- I tested the Sony Bravia Theater Bar 7 + subwoofer — and recommending it is a no-brainer
August 28
- I’ve been testing this robot vacuum with a compact design that takes care of itself for up to 65 days, and it’s quickly become a staple in my home
- I let my bedside lamp track my sleep for 3 weeks — and it's the next frontier of sleep tech
- I tested Philips’s new ‘budget’ Baristina espresso machine — but I’m more confused than impressed
- YETI finally made a proper hiking backpack — here’s how it held up to a summer of testing
- Audeze just gave the Maxwell 2 ANC, but there’s some stuff you need to know before buying
August 27
- Obsbot Meet Flip review: my new tiny work-call companion
- The MCHOSE K99 V2 is a wonderful, thocky keyboard for hardcore typists — and I really wish it didn’t have these flaws
- I just tested the Turtle Beach KB7 TKL — and 8,000Hz polling, adjustable actuation and a massive touchscreen (almost) make it a winner
- Logitech Mobi Fold review: This foldable mouse has been an interesting addition to my workflow, and I’ve been surprised by how useful it is
- I’ve taken over 3,000 photos on the Sony RX10 V — its 25x zoom lens and 30fps blackout-free burst make it the king of bridge cameras
- I just tested Dell's 100Hz ultrawide display and it's already made me forget my trusty dual monitor setup
- I just tested Alienware’s new 39-inch 5K OLED gaming monitor — and it’s nearly perfect
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE hands-on review: I'm not sure if this phone needed to exist
- Google Pixel 11 review: Lackluster upgrades that cost $100 more
- I spent a year with the Recteq X-Fire Pro 825, and I don't know how I ever grilled without it
August 26
- I let the Segway Navimow i215 roam free in my yard for two months — here's how well it cut my lawn
August 25
- PlayStation’s 27-inch gaming monitor is perfect for PS5 and PC gamers — here’s why
August 24
- I tested the Hisense U7SG ULED — and its great colors and surprisingly powerful sound make it a smart value pick
- DreamCloud Softer Mattress Topper review: Soothes hip and shoulder pain, even on the firmest mattresses
August 23
- I slept on the Helix Down & Feather Pillow for 3 months and love its cool feel and cradling neck support, but one type of sleeper should give it a major swerve
August 22
- I tested Herman Miller’s new Coyl gaming desk and it’s a sleek upgrade for a subtler battlestation — but its best features cost extra
August 20
- This $800 record player might be the best turntable under $1000
August 19
- Google Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL review: A sprinkling of interesting features can't make up for offering little else
- Review: I wore the Google Pixel Watch 5 for a week — and it’s the new king of on-wrist safety
- Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold review: Falling behind the foldable curve
August 18
- McAfee+ Premium review: Comprehensive online and offline protection at a low starting price
- With its suave looks, class-leading battery life and phenomenal sound, the Marshall Stockwell III has become my go-to Bluetooth speaker
August 17
- I tested this circular mini PC for a month — and it’s the Mac mini Windows alternative I’ve been waiting for
- I tested the Asus ROG Strix GS-BE18000 and this stealth gaming router punches way above its weight
August 16
- I tested the Lenovo Legion 5i Gen 11 — it almost achieves gaming laptop greatness, until you see the upgrade prices
- The Plank Firm Luxe might be the cure for my terrible posture — but one type of sleeper should skip this mattress
August 15
- I just tested Lenovo’s Legion OLED 4K 240Hz gaming monitor — and it’s just a step away from being perfect
- I drove the Lucid Air Touring for a week — and it feels like a genuine supercar (with 400-mile range)
August 14
- Dell Pro 7 Webcam review
- This Nutribullet blender costs less than $100 and performs exceptionally well — as long as you can deal with some wind
- ‘Where other robot vacuums feel like a useful addition to the home, this one feels like a necessity’ — this review is a love letter to the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete
August 13
- Hisense XR10 review: One of the top projectors you can buy right now — if you can afford it
- I tested the TCL QM7L — and it’s my top Mini-LED TV value of the year
- The Epomaker RT100 Pro strikes a great balance between whimsy and functionality — and it’s so worth the $119
- Casabrews Ultra Pro review: Why don’t all espresso machines have a built-in timer?
- I just tested audiophile brand FiiO’s first-ever gaming headset — and for just $69, it ticks almost all the boxes
- I tested a music-lover's $1,499 all-in-one soundbar — and it's not by Samsung, Bose, or Sony
- I tested Nothing’s new earbuds — they sound great but have a huge privacy problem
- Razer’s new RGB gaming chair kept my butt comfy but was a serious pain in the neck
- I tested the HyperX Omen 15, and it almost made me forget my PS5
- I tested the new Insta360 X6 for a month to see if it's really worth $700
- I ran 35 miles in the Hoka Clifton 11 and it’s a comfortable daily trainer, but I’d buy this instead
August 12
- I just tried the new Google Pixel Watch 5, and its upgraded health and safety features blow Apple Watch out of the water
- I tried the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and it's more 'Ultra' than Samsung's foldable (for $200 less)
- I tried the Honor Robot Phone and it's crazy built-in gimbal — and this could be the future of camera phones
- I’ve played fighting games for 35 years — and Marvel Tōkon is now one of my all-time favorites
- I tested the HP HyperX Omen 16 Valorant Edition — and it's possibly the best way to experience the shooter
- I tested the Keurig K-Crema, and it’s my new go-to for fancy coffee drinks
August 11
- Thinkware U3000 Pro review: A worthy dash cam with useful anti-theft features, but rivals offer more value
- Ring Spotlight Cam (2nd gen) review: Better battery life, sharper 2K video
August 9
- These $149 In-ear monitors you probably haven’t heard of give Sennheiser a run for its money — they’re a must-have for audiophiles
- I tested the Dell14S for a week — and its epic battery life blew me away
August 8
- SweetNight CoolNest Memory Foam Mattress review: Cooling comfort at a budget price
- Amazon Ember QLED TV review
- The Asus ROG Swift OLED is a powerful gaming monitor for hardcore gamers — here’s why
August 7
- The Edifier G5 Max delivers main character energy without the luxury price tag — here’s why it’s excellent
- Dualit Design Series Kettle review
- I tested one of the coolest-looking drip coffee makers in the world — and it's not just a pretty face
- SilkSound Bluetooth Sleep Mask review: A must for busy dorm rooms and noisy homes
- 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
- I’ve spent a month testing this Lomography reloadable film camera — and for $27, it offers unbeatable value for money
- I walked 103,000 steps in Columbia’s summer-ready hiking sandals — and I have zero blisters, zero aches, and zero regrets
- I tried budget outdoor brand Coleman’s first collapsible cooler — here’s what I thought
- 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
August 6
- I tested the Viture Pro 2 AR glasses and they're more comfortable (and cheaper) than the originals
August 5
- I tested Sony’s $3,600 Bravia 9 II True RGB TV — here's my verdict
- The Schlage Sense Pro unlocked my door like magic
- I ran 35 miles in the Asics Blazeblast, and it proved the perfect vacation shoe thanks to its versatile design
August 4
- I tested this heavy duty power bank that doesn’t just charge your phone — it inflates bike tires and jump-starts your car
- I put the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Gen 11 to work — it’s a great $799 laptop (if on sale)
- Tefal X-Clean 7 review: this speedy, lightweight hardfloor washer is pet-approved, but its cleaning prompts had me confused
August 3
- Panasonic RB-F10 review: The earbuds I’ve been relying on for working out and the office
- I ran 45 miles in the On Cloudboom Strike 2, and it’s a balanced racing shoe well-suited to marathons
- These iClever Q950s might be the best kid headphones I’ve ever tried
- KitchenAid KF2 review: this fully automatic coffee machine effortlessly takes the guesswork out of your morning brew
August 2
- The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is the repairable laptop perfected, but the RAM-based pricing is cause for concern
- I tested the HP Omnibook Ultra 14 for a month — it's a mighty MacBook competitor, but the price is wrong
August 1
- I put the most expensive ANC headphones you can buy to the test — here’s what $2,200 gets you
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 review: More expensive, barely different