Latest articles by Erin Bashford
These are (allegedly) the world's smallest earbuds — here's what happened when I tried them
I tried out the brand-new JLab JBuds Mini earbuds... apparently they're the world's smallest earbuds EVER?
Rode AI-1 review
The Rode AI-1 is one of the easiest and simplest audio interfaces out there. What it lacks in frills, it makes up for in pure efficiency.
Forget Peloton — I just tested the subscription-free Wattbike Air, and I’ve never felt my legs burn like that before
Wattbike Air is a great exercise bike for HIIT and interval trainers, thanks to its 2500W air resistance. However, hill climbers should look elsewhere.
I was wrong — these budget earbuds sound way better than their $79 price
The Soundpeats Air5 Pro are budget earbuds with hi-res audio codecs, and sound surprisingly good for the $79 price. However, they're not perfect.
College students, listen up! JLab's new speakers are affordable, loud, and one can even be a portable karaoke machine
JLab has released its first Bluetooth speakers in 7 years: the Pop Party, GO Party, JBuds Party, and Epic Party. Here's my first impressions.
My favorite budget espresso machine just crashed to an even lower price — I can't believe this early Prime Day deal
The De'Longhi Stilosa is one of the most affordable espresso machines on the market, and this fantastic early Prime Day deal makes it even more accessible.
I took this Yeti cool bag to the beach on the hottest day of the year — and the results are amazing
I took the Yeti Hopper M15 cool bag to the beach during a heat wave, and this is what happened. Spoiler alert: it did everything I wanted it to and more.
I'm an ex-barista and I miss cafe cold brew — here's how I make cold brew at home with just a French press
I'm an ex-barista and I miss drinking cafe cold brew on tap, so I tried to make my own. This is how I make my barista-quality cold brew easily
I’m an ex-barista and these easy upgrades will make your cheap espresso machine brew like a pro
I'm an ex-barista who's now on a mission to find the best espresso machine on the market. I've compiled my favorite tricks to upgrade any espresso machine.
The air fryer I use every day is 20% off right now — and it has a window!
I reviewed the Philips 2000 Series air fryer way back in February and still use it every day. It can make cakes, toast, fries, and even a whole roast chicken.
My summer just got cooler — the Ninja Creami is on sale and I'm not going to stop until everything is ice cream
The Ninja Creami is an amazing $30 off right now at Walmart, so I'd run not walk to grab one of the viral ice-cream makers before it sells out.
I've kept iPhones for 5 years and Nutribullets for 8 — here's how I nurture my tech and stretch its lifespan
I'm very anti-spending money on replacing broken tech, so I've compiled my three top tips for ensuring you don't need to replace your gadgets often.
I'm a barista who swapped an $899 espresso machine for a $149 budget one — here's why
I'm an ex-barista and I won't stop making coffee. Now a journalist, I'm on a mission to find the perfect espresso machine. Can this cheap De'Longhi impress me?
My love for How To Train Your Dragon runs deep (I have 4 Toothless plushies), but even with its 98% Rotten Tomatoes audience score, the remake is cringe and weird – stream the OG on Prime Video instead
I would class myself as one of the world's biggest 'How To Train Your Dragon' fans, so when I watched the 2025 live-action remake, I was very disappointed.
I'm a tough critic when it comes to audio gear, but these $199 headphones still have me hooked
I reviewed the Soundcore Space One Pro headphones months ago, but I still can't get them out of my head. Here's why they've stood the test of time.
I review headphones for a living — 3 things you need to know before you buy
I spend hours every week testing headphones, so I've learnt a few things along the way. I've compiled my best tips for choosing the right headphones here.
This budget fitness tracker I tested last year refuses to die — here's why I'm still wearing it
I tested the awesome Amazfit Band 7 almost a year ago, and its long battery life, easy usage, and reliable nature means I'm still wearing it today; here's why.
5 tech travel hacks I learned after 2 months backpacking in Asia — don't make the same mistakes as me
I spent 2 months backpacking Asia last year and I made my fair share of travel mistakes. Don't be like me! I've compiled some travel tech tips to help you out.
I used to be a houseplant serial killer, but now I’ve got a living room jungle — here’s how I did it with Gemini
Houseplants are the best decoration: they brighten a room, cleanse the air, and look great. With Gemini's help, I'm keeping my plants alive for the first time.
Neck pain from your 'silly little emails job'? Here's 3 things I do every day after work
I have a desk job, so I spend most of my life sitting and staring at a screen. To help my neck pain, I do yoga, I massage myself, and sleep on a good mattress.
I've reviewed loads of budget soundbars — these are the 3 mistakes you're making
I've tested loads of budget soundbars, but it's easy to grow disappointed with their lower-quality sound. Here's how I make the most of budget soundbars.
I'm an audio reviewer who can't ditch her AirPods — sue me. Here's what other brands need to do to make me switch
Even though I literally review earbuds for a living, I just can't quit my AirPods. Why? Oh, so many reasons. I'll tell you all of them now.
Not everyone needs Dolby Atmos: here's why I think you might be one of them
Dolby Atmos is seen as the pinnacle of audio quality, but does your soundbar need Dolby Atmos? I go through all the reasons why it might be overkill.
