Latest articles by Erin Bashford
Although it’s not as bright or color-accurate as pricier alternatives, for around $300, the Amazon Ember 4-Series is a decent option.
I tested JBL's new flagship soundbar, and the Bar 1300MK2 might just be the best penny-per-performance option on the market in 2026.
Here are our favorite products from 2026 after 6 months of non-stop testing.
The JBL Bar 1300XMK2 is one of the best ways to get a full cinematic audio experience at home, with a powerful subwoofer, immersive Atmos, and clear dialogue.
Nespresso Vertuo Up is a futureproofed machine with app functionality, a new iced coffee mode, and a rotating water tank. Of course, it’s easy and fun to use.
On the 15th episode of The Coffee Lab, I'm trying all of the new Nespresso summer flavors. Which one will be my favorite?
The IKAPE Kapo K2 Pro is a premium, high-quality portable espresso maker with a weighty tamper and bottomless portafilter.
I've been using the AirPods Max 2 since March, and they've seriously impressed me.
The Grado SR80 are open-back, on-ear headphones with retro aesthetics and wired connectivity, great for casual listening, but weirdly expensive.
On the 14th episode of The Coffee Lab, I've got Lelit's brand-new Mara X3 in the lab. Is this $2,000 entry-level prosumer espresso machine worth it?
The Cambridge Audio L/R S are high-quality bookshelf speakers with a huge range of connectivity types and clean sound.
For the 13th episode of The Coffee Lab, I've got in the Simply Good Coffee Plastic-Free Brewer. How does it hold up?
I just got the Kindle Colorsoft 2026, but I didn't realize I could get 3 months free Kindle Unlimited. Here's exactly how you can get it and save $36.
I've tested all the main players in the pour-over game, and here are my favorites: the Kalita Wave, Hario V60, Chemex, and Yeti Pour-Over.
De'Longhi's espresso + cold brew machines are on sale for Prime Day, but if you're a cold brew fanatic, you should get a cheap French press instead.
I reviewed the KEF XIO soundbar last week and felt like I was at the movies: here's why it's such a ferocious soundbar.
The Ninja AutoBarista Pro is an ambitious automatic coffee machine with espresso, drip, and cold brew functions, but I’m not sure it meets all its marks.
The Kindle Colorsoft 2026 is a fantastic e-reader, with a frontlit screen complete with night mode, an IPX8 rating, and 8 weeks of battery life.
On episode 12 of The Coffee Lab, I put the enigmatic Weiss Distribution Technique Tool (WDT tool) to the test. Is it an essential accessory?
Fellow Espresso Series 1 is perfect for beginners and coffee nerds alike, with enough shot profile options to fill a Yellow Pages and a pro-level steam wand.
The Merrell Moab 3 are some of the best hiking shoes I’ve ever used, with grippy 5mm lugs, a supportive Vibram sole, and a super-cushioned interior.
I saw Smeg's brand-new Moonlight colorway in real life, and it's the upgrade my kitchen has been begging for. It's modern yet retro, and gorgeous.
I reviewed the Keen Hyperport H2 sandals last summer, but they're still my go-to for hikes during heatwaves.
