Ashley Thieme is a staff writer on the Reviews team at Tom’s Guide where she tests out the latest tech so you can know what’s going to be worth your time and money. She has a master’s degree in Magazine Journalism and a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Media and Sociology from Cardiff University. She has bylines in titles including Women’s Health UK, sharing the latest health and wellness news stories, and Virgin Radio UK, providing the latest entertainment news and working on celebrity interviews. She has experience reporting on a variety of topics including music, literature, motorsport, entertainment and health. In previously published work, she has reviewed live music events, books, and wellness products. She values the importance of tech enhancing your life rather than taking over, and as a music fanatic, she is always looking for the best way to listen to new music releases. Discovering the top audio equipment that enhances sound quality and provides optimum comfort is what Ashley does best. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys hitting her reading goals on Goodreads by getting into the latest novels with a cup of tea as well as getting out in the Welsh mountains for a good hike on the weekend.
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I’ve been testing walking shoes all year long, but the Keen Targhee IVs are my firm favorite for any outdoor adventure.

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If you just got AirPods for Christmas, this is the guide to making sure they are set up perfectly.

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I’ve been testing a whole bunch of Bluetooth speakers this year, and these are the ones you need in your rotation.

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I was disappointed by the Nutribullet Flex blender, but there are better alternatives out there.

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We love finding budget products, but sometimes a small upgrade is needed.

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The JLab Pop Party Bluetooth speaker is affordable and portable, but are there too many compromises for the budget price tag?

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The Nutribullet Flex has everything you could want from a blender, but fails to deliver on all counts.

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The Tribit PocketGo is my idea of a perfect speaker, and it even has a budget price tag. Here’s why I love it.

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The Hatch Restore 3 is my new favorite gadget that I use every day, and here’s what I like about it.

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Sometimes, having stiff shoes is the best thing for your walk. Here’s why.

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RecommendedThe Redragon Galatin Pro K719 is an ideal space-saving keyboard for typists, but there are a few things missing.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Tribit PocketGo is the ideal speaker for any situation, and with a few EQ tweaks, I think it’s the best portable speaker around.

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The Dreame H15 Pro Heat wet and dry vacuum offers sparkling floors with ease. Here’s what I like about it.

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RecommendedThe Keen Leiki Waterproof Hiking Shoes offer a comfy and well-fitting sneaker option for women who love to hike.

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The Dreame H15 Pro Heat wet and dry vacuum offers sparkling floors with ease, but its numerous issues are a cause for concern.

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Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and it's packed full of data you can share with your friends, here's why I love it.

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I’m always on the lookout for new waterproof headphones just got their biggest price cuts yet for Black Friday.

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If you’re shopping for headphones this holiday season, here is a lit of everything you need to look out for.

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These are the best deals on open earbuds you can get for Black Friday, starting from as little as $29.

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These are the best toothbrush deals on Amazon this Black Friday.

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I’ve dug up the best Black Friday wellness deals that are the perfect way to get you feeling your best.

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The Mixbook Photo Book service is the easiest I’ve used. It offers heaps of customization at an affordable price with high-quality results.

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The H2O Audio RIPT Ultra headphones are a sweat-resistant solution to audio gear longevity.
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