Latest articles by Ashley Thieme
The Dualit Classic Kettle looks the part, but at $249, it better.
Here are our favorite products from 2026 after 6 months of non-stop testing.
The Lume Cube Edge Light 2.0 has leveled up my conference calls by making me look clear and polished. I just wish it were easier to move.
I tested the Ulike ReGlow LED face mask and was impressed by the effect of light therapy on my skin problems, but it has a few flaws.
The Beyerdynamic Amiron 200 earbuds offer quality audio and a sleek open-ear design with a simple but powerful app tying everything together.
I tested the Ninja FrostVault a year ago, and it still holds up as one of the best coolers on the market. This is why you need one this summer.
It’s hard to recommend the Hoka Kaha 3 Low GTX hiking shoes, but if fit and support aren’t everything, they could be for you.
I wanted to love the Hoka Kaha 3 hiking shoes, but they didn't suit my needs for hiking. However, I have a few other recommendations up my sleeve for summer.
I've been using the Ulike ReGlow LED Face Mask for two months, and it's helped me clear up some serious breakouts — so here are my first impressions.
The Boulies EP200 is a great choice for a budget desk chair that will fit right in to your home office… as long as you can look past signs of aging.
The Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO earbuds are the best open-earbuds I’ve tested, with detailed sound and impressive comfort that will please anyone.
The Beyerdynamic Amiron ZERO open-earbuds have become my go-to listening choice when I head out on my weekend hikes for their awesome sound quality, but one thing holds them back.
After using the Tribit StormBox Micro 3 for a few weeks, it's become my go-to speaker for indoors and in the backyard. Here's why.
I’ve been walking in the Keen Apex Targhee Mid hiking boots for a month, and they’ve made their way into my hiking shoe rotation — here’s why.
The Insta360 Link 2C Pro webcam is a worthy upgrade for the home office that keeps everyone in frame even without a gimbal.
The Yashica Tank is a cheap compact digi-cam that’s perfect for throwing in your bag, but the budget price may be holding it back.
The Tribit StormBox Micro 3 proves that you don’t need to spend a lot of cash to get a durable speaker with awesome sound.
The Keen Targhee Apex Mid hiking boots are comfortable, offer great support, and are waterproof — you just need to get past the design.
Many people love listening to music while on walks, but headphones are the best listening option so you don't disturb the wildlife.
I spent 5 days testing out the Salomon XT-6 sneakers in extreme heat, walking around the city of Lisbon. Here's what happened.
The Grell OAE2 are audiophile headphones with a hefty price tag, but are very much worth it.
I've tested two cassette players, and the difference in sound quality is certainly noticeable, but does spending more really get you better quality?
You need to spend more money for better suction from a robot vacuum to clean the carpet, but is it so important on hard flooring?
