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A woman hides from a spotlight-headed creature in Fear the Spotlight.

Fear the Spotlight review: Blumhouse’s lo-fi horror game is imperfect, but sincere

Fear the Spotlight doesn't quite land as a '90s horror throwback, but it delivers some great puzzles and eerie lo-fi images in a sleek package.
The Minisforum AtomMan G7 Ti sitting on a coffee table.

Minisforum AtomMan G7 Ti review: smaller and more powerful than a PS5

The AtomMan G7 Ti achieves the impossible. It's very performant, impossibly small, and best of all, reasonably priced. That all makes it easy to recommend.
Ivan and Ani walk through a Vegas hotel together in Anora.

Anora review: an exuberant, heart-wrenching adrenaline rush that’s an instant classic

Sean Baker's Anora is an instant 5-star classic. The film is now playing in theaters.
Two women talk at night in Smile 2.

Smile 2 review: a messier, bolder horror sequel

Smile 2 is bigger, bolder, and considerably messier than the horror franchise's first film. It is now playing in theaters.
Engwe Engine Pro 2.0 folding bike on the crest of a hill before sundown.

Engwe Engine Pro 2 e-bike review: easy to transport value and versatility

The Engwe Engine Pro 2 is an all-purpose e-bike that's easy to transport.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition review: the Intel comeback continues

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition matches an efficient Lunar Lake chipset with a quality build and a very nice display. And it's competitively priced.
Sony Bravia 7 Review

Sony Bravia 7 TV review: superb brightness and color, but …

The Sony Bravia 7 is really good — if you can overlook two pretty major caveats.
McAfee+ Premium's Total Protection app is open on a MacBook Air.

I reviewed McAfee+ Premium for Mac and found it to be a questionable bargain

I reviewed McAfee antivirus for Mac to find out it the added protection is worth the subscription costs and if it integrates well with macOS.
A medium sized mech travels along the road under blue skies surrounded by flowers in Mechwarrior 5 Clans.

MechWarrior 5: Clans review: Thrilling mech game delivers 31st-century storytelling

MechWarrior 5: Clans buffs up an impressive action game with great mission design and more human storytelling.
Epson's EcoTank ET-3850 is a compact all-in-one inkjet tank printer.

Epson EcoTank ET-3850 review: an affordable and fast tank printer

I reviewed the Epson EcoTank ET-3850 to find out if this fast and affordable all-in-one has good enough quality and features for your home office.
Donkey Kong and friends walk next to a Wiggler in Super Mario Party Jamboree.

Super Mario Party Jamboree review: party staple takes its Switch victory lap

Super Mario Party Jamboree juggles a few too many ideas at once, but it still mostly delivers a reliable hit of multiplayer fun.
Side hero profile of the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra

Is Samsung’s $1,200 Android tablet worth it? I reviewed it and found out

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is a big, powerful, and expensive Android tablet. If that's what you're shopping for, it's one of the best you can buy.
Alba and Neva walk on sky platforms in Neva.

Neva review: gorgeous 2D platformer still has room to grow

Neva isn't the most creative puzzle-platformer, but it makes an emotional impact where it counts.
B&W Pi8 earbuds in their case.

Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 In-Ear True Wireless Earbuds review: what we’ve been waiting for

Bowers & Wilkins is known for creating exceptional audio experiences, and its new Pi8 earbuds continue that legacy.
I can use my hands instead of controllers in many games and apps.

Meta Quest 3S review: the perfect introduction to VR gaming

I reviewed Meta's Quest 3S, a budget VR headset with mixed reality and AI, to test its quality and value as an upgrade or a first headset.
A person holding the Apple iPhone 16 Plus.

The iPhone 16 Plus is the most complicated phone I’ve reviewed in 2024

The iPhone 16 Plus is an excellent phone and one we recommend, but the question of who we're recommending it to is far harder to answer.
Forza Horizon 5 on the Sony InZone M10S.

Sony InZone M10S review: the brightest OLED monitor I’ve reviewed

The Sony InZone M10S is the first OLED monitor Sony has released, and it just so happens to be the brightest, too. However, a lagging warranty holds it back.
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Saturday Night review: A Saturday Night Live origin story that plays it too safe

Jason Reitman assembles a giant, game ensemble for Saturday Night, a SNL origin story that's a little too reverent and tidy.
Mullvad VPN is open on a PC monitor.

Mullvad VPN review: total anonymity for an affordable price

I reviewed Mullvad, a unique VPN with consistently low prices to find out if its speed, features, and reliability are worth the cost.
Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE front view showing display and keyboard.

Acer took another shot at a gaming Chromebook — does it hold up?

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE leverages a surprisingly good display and good enough performance to make a budget gaming laptop that can work for some people.
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Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft review: a surprisingly good video game spinoff

Netflix's Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft is an entertaining, visually striking series that actually does right by its iconic protagonist.
Soundcore Select 4 Go.

Soundcore Select 4 Go review: This speaker might be the perfect $25 gift

You shouldn't expect much from a $25 Bluetooth speaker, and yet the Soundcore Select 4 Go is surprisingly great.
A person wearing the RingConn Gen 2 smart ring.

RingConn Gen 2 review: the money-saving smart ring to buy

The RingConn Gen 2 is cheaper than the other smart rings and doesn't have a subscription, and our review tells you if it's all too good to be true.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE sitting upright with its display turned on.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a solid $650 phone. Here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is Samsung's cheapest entry into the S24 family. But is it any good? I reviewed the phone to find out.
Microsoft Defender and Edge Security settings are open on a PC monitor.

Microsoft Defender review: Is Windows default antivirus safe enough?

I reviewed Microsoft Defender to find out how well the free antivirus software included with Windows protects your computer and your personal data.
The Qrevo Curv next to a plant.

Roborock Qrevo Curv review: an almost perfect robot vacuum

The Qrevo Curv is everything you’d want in a robot vacuum. Not only does it offer tons of suction and little maintenance but it boasts a cool new dock design.
Characters brawl in Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero.

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero review: incredible fighting sandbox stumbles on story

Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero captures the thrills of the series in ambitious fashion, but its disjointed story mode puts a dent in its potential.
Metaphor: ReFantazio cast of characters

Metaphor: ReFantazio review: refined RPG gives Persona fans something new

Metaphor: ReFantazio doesn't escape Persona's shadow, but its charming cast of characters and fun turn-based combat make it a worthwhile RPG on its own.
The reMarkable Paper Pro.

Remarkable Paper Pro review: one digital notebook to rule them all

The Remarkable Paper Pro is a great tool for those who love to handwrite notes or want a distraction-free writing device.
Home Screen of OnePlus Pad 2.

The OnePlus Pad 2 is the best Android tablet I’ve used this year

The OnePlus Pad 2 comes out swinging with a ton of processing firepower, polished accessories, and, above all, an alluring price tag. Is it worth buying?
A director directs two male actors in The Franchise.

The Franchise review: A sharp satire that skewers MCU and DC superhero movies

The Franchise is a smart, appropriately silly takedown of the Marvel-ification of Hollywood. The new series premieres Sunday, October 6 on HBO.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review: a huge success

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a big and expensive smartphone. It's also one of the best I've used this year. Let me explain why in my full review.
Rad Power Bikes Radwagon 5 loaded with option still has space for a child seat.

Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 5 e-bike review: a versatile anything hauler

The RadWagon 5's strengths are versatility and carrying capacity, making it great for people who regularly transport cargo or passengers.
A white iPhone 16 sitting outside, face-down, surrounded by a bunch of leaves.

iPhone 16 review: Who needs the Pro?

The iPhone 16 is the cheapest and least technically impressive new iPhone. It's also probably the one you should buy.