Latest articles by Erin Bashford
JBL's new earbuds do one thing I've never seen on AirPods, Sonys, Bose, or Samsung earbuds — every audio brand needs to take note
JBL just announced a line of brand-new earbuds: the Live Buds 4, Live Beam 4, and Live Flex 4, and they all have one design feature I've never seen before.
JBL has fixed the biggest problem with wireless headphones — the Tour One M3's USB-C transmitter has changed the game
JBL's newest premium headphones have the one thing I wish all Bluetooth headphones would come with.
I’m an ex-barista and these are the best scales for coffee I’ve tested
I've got years of experience as a professional barista. As a journalist, I've spent hours testing the best coffee scales, and now I proudly present my findings.
AirPods Pro 3 just got put on notice — JBL launches new premium earbuds that give Apple a run for its money
JBL launches new premium earbuds: JBL Live Buds 4, JBL Live Beam 4, JBL Live Flex 4, with improved sound, a touchscreen charging case, and AI-enhanced calls.
I’m an ex-barista and these are the best pour-over coffee makers I’ve tested
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.
Nespresso gets a bad rap in the coffee world — but here's why I think it's perfect for some people (from a coffee snob)
For the sixth episode of The Coffee Lab, I talk about why I used to be a Nespresso hater, and why I now admit I'm wrong.
I just tested these AI-powered earbuds that let you record and transcribe meetings and phone calls with the push of a button — here's why I'm impressed (and confused)
The Viaim RecDot are interesting AI-powered earbuds attempting to strike the balance between everyday earbuds and an AI assistant.
I never have to drink warm beer again now I've got a Yeti — here's my cooler recommendations for beach trips, BBQs, and camping
These are the top coolers I recommend for summer trips, including Yeti, Coleman, and Engel.
I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 for a week and I'm obsessed — this upgrade needs to come to every Bluetooth speaker
I tested the brand-new JBL Xtreme 5, and it boasts one major upgrade I hope comes to every Bluetooth speaker.
I tested Apple Watch SE 3 vs Amazfit Active 3 Premium for 2 months — here's which one I'd buy
I tested the Apple Watch SE 3 and the Amazfit Active 3 Premium for 2 months, and here's the one I'd recommend for most people.
I test headphones for a living and these are my favorite audiophile open-backs under $120
Editor's ChoiceFiiO JT7 are planar magnetic open-back headphones for audiophiles on a budget or audiophile newbies unwilling to sink $300 or more into a new hobby.
H2O Audio TRI Run review: Lightweight, secure, and comfortable bone conduction headphones
H2O Audio TRI Run are secure, lightweight, and comfortable bone conduction headphones, perfect for those who take exercise more seriously than music quality.
I tested Nespresso’s budget-friendly coffee machine + milk frother — and it’s my favorite pod machine yet
Editor's ChoiceThe Nespresso CitiZ & Milk pod machine combines almost-espresso-level crema with hands-free milk frothing for a sure-fire win.
AeroPress is so much easier to use than you think — here's why it's my favorite manual coffee maker
On the fifth episode of The Coffee Lab, I'm focusing on my favorite manual coffee maker: the AeroPress!
I tested the JBL Xtreme 5 vs JBL Xtreme 4 — and it's closer than I thought
Should you buy the new JBL Xtreme 5 or save your money and get the older JBL Xtreme 4? I've reviewed both, so I'll help you choose.
I tested the brand-new Casabrews Marenza — and it might just be the best budget bean-to-cup espresso machine on the market right now
RecommendedThe Casabrews Marenza is a super-budget espresso machine with a built-in grinder, just $349. It’s the cheapest bean-to-cup I’ve ever recommended.
The Soundcore Space One changed the budget headphone game — and I can say that the follow-up Space 2 are even better
Editor's ChoiceSoundcore Space 2 are midrange headphones masquerading as budget. With smart features like live translation and great sound quality, they’re headphones to beat.
I tested the Denon Home 400 — and it's the Sonos Era 300 alternative audiophiles have been waiting for
RecommendedDenon Home 400 is a gorgeous, inconspicuous, and audiophile-approved home speaker perfect alone or as part of a larger setup, despite smart assistant issues.
I tested the long-awaited JBL Xtreme 5 — and it’s the most rugged, bassiest, and gnarliest Xtreme yet
Editor's ChoiceThe JBL Xtreme 5 is a worthy upgrade from the Xtreme 4, with louder, bassier sound, a new LED lightshow, and enviable clarity in the mids and highs.
I've reviewed 44 coffee makers, but the Moccamaster is the only drip brewer I'd buy — here's why
On the fourth episode of The Coffee Lab, I discuss why the Moccamaster is my favorite drip brewer.
AirPods Max 2 are my favorite over-ear headphones — but I hate that I can't create my own EQ
I love my AirPods Max 2, but I wish I could adjust my EQ.
I tested Keen’s new trail shoes — and they’re bouncy, breathable, and beyond comfortable
RecommendedThe Keen Seek are rugged, breathable, bouncy trail shoes that are some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn, but I wouldn’t recommend them for wet terrain.
I tested the VSSL camping pour-over set — and it’s literally the last pour-over you’ll ever buy (lifetime warranty included!)
RecommendedThe VSSL Nest Pour Over Coffee Set combines the functionality of a V60 with the portability of a Wacaco and has a reusable mesh filter for waste-free brewing.
