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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 review: holds up surprisingly well

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is a reasonably fast 14-inch laptop with very good battery life. It would be a better option for business if it had a lower price.
The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones in orange.

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review: better audio for the active set

The OpenRun Pro 2 take what Shokz has done well — open-ear headphones for active types of folks — and made them sound much better.
Key art of The Smiling Man in Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club.

Emio — The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club review: Nintendo’s unexpectedly mature turn

Emio — The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club is a bold turn for Nintendo that'll stick with you if you're willing to show it patience.
Charles, Mabel, and Oliver sit in the backseat of a limo in Only Murders in the Building season 4.

Only Murders in the Building season 4 review: a thrilling return

Only Murders in the Building returns this week with its funniest and most thrilling season to date.
The cover art of Visions of Mana.

Visions of Mana review: the RPG comfort food you’re craving

Visions of Mana's story may be predictable, but its familiar gameplay makes it feel like RPG comfort food.
Star Wars Outlaws key art that features Kay Vess.

Star Wars Outlaws review: a galaxy of potential in an uneven Star Wars saga

Star Wars Outlaws is at its best when players are let loose on planets like Tatooine and Kijimi and at its worst when things get linear.
Aventon Ramblas eMTB right profile with grass, bushes, and trees in the background

Aventon Ramblas eMTB e-bike review: the trails are waiting

Even if you're an experienced mountain bike rider, you should check out what Aventon includes in its first eMTB.
Bill Skarsgård as Eric Draven walking down the street in The Crow

The Crow review: a goth remake that never really comes alive

Rupert Sanders' remake of The Crow, starring Bill Skarsgård and FKA Twigs, is an undercooked, but watchable blend of ideas without much thought put into them.
Nathalie Emmanuel and Omar Sy face each other with guns in The Killer.

The Killer review: a fun, forgettable remake of an action genre classic

John Woo's The Killer, a remake of his own 1989 action movie classic, is better than it has any right to be. It is now streaming on Peacock.
The HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw is a compact, minimalist printer.

HP Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw review: small, fast and awkward

Find out the pros and cons of HP's new Color LaserJet Pro 3201dw in this hands-on review that uncovers some issues and suggests alternatives.
The browser extension for Hotspot Shield's free version appears on a PC monitor.

I just learned why the fastest VPN isn’t always the best option

Hotspot Shield is one of the fastest VPNs available, so I reviewed it to test the features, quality, privacy, and customer support.
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i sitting on a coffee table.

This is the gaming PC you should buy under $1,000

It seemed like the era of gaming desktops under $1,000 was behind us, but the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i proves that sweet spot gaming desktops are alive and well.
The Acer Swift Edge 16 open on a table.

Acer Swift Edge 16 review: light but too breezy

The Acer Swift Edge 16 is thin and light with a lovely OLED display. But its poor battery life and flexible lid and chassis set it back among today's best.
Bluesound Node Nano.

Bluesound Node Nano review: an affordable, audiophile-grade mini music streamer

Bluesound's Node Nano is its most affordable hi-res music streamer, and yet it doesn't skimp on what matters most: great sound.
A person holding the Nothing Phone 2a, showing the Glyph Lights.

The Nothing Phone 2a is the best cheap phone I’ve reviewed in ages

The Nothing Phone 2a's design and price will grab your attention, but will the phone hold it if you buy one? We've found out in our in-depth review.
Cadillac Lyriq front and side

2024 Cadillac Lyriq review: setting the stage

The Cadillac Lyriq represents Cadillac's vision for the future -- but is that vision worth pursuing? I drove the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq to find out.
Roku Pro Series TV

Roku Pro Series TV review: the people’s smart TV

The Roku Pro Series won't wow TV enthusiasts, but it delivers exactly what most folks want
The Proton VPN Plus app on a PC monitor is connected via two servers.

Proton VPN review: a scientific approach to security

Proton VPN was created by CERN scientists, and I reviewed the free and paid versions to check which is best and how Proton compares to other top VPNs.
Cailee Spaeny aims a gun as David Jonsson stands behind her in a still from the movie Alien: Romulus.

Alien: Romulus review: a down-and-dirty creature feature that plays it too safe

Though slickly directed by Fede Álvarez, Alien: Romulus is little more than a remix of the beloved sci-fi franchise's most iconic moments.
Black Myth: Wukong and its protagonist, the Destined One.

Black Myth: Wukong review: fast-paced action makes this Soulslike its own beast

Black Myth: Wukong sports gorgeous visuals with a gameplay focus on dodging, which makes it stand out among its Soulslike contemporaries.
A NordVPN speed test is open on a PC monitor.

You’ve heard of NordVPN, but is it actually any good?

NordVPN is a popular solution to keep your location and privacy secure, so I went hands-on to test its speed, quality, and ease-of use.
Earfun Air Pro 4 in case, lid open.

Earfun Air Pro 4 review: the best budget wireless earbuds on the planet

Earfun's new flagship noise-canceling earbuds once again set a new standard for value and performance under $100.
The Asus ProArt P17 on a brick surface.

Asus ProArt P16 review: the MacBook Pro competitor I’ve been waiting for

The Asus ProArt P16 leverages AMD's newest chipset for excellent creativity performance. And it's less expensive than most of its competitors.
Avira Prime antivirus is shown on a PC monitor.

I tried a new antivirus software, but it was more expensive than it was worth

I reviewed Avira antivirus software and compared the free, basic, and advanced protection plans to find out which is best for you.
A person taking the HMD Skyline out of their pocket.

This repairable Android phone is a good buy, even if you’re not clumsy

The HMD Skyline has a gorgeous design, a bright color, and a unique feature where if the screen breaks, you can repair it yourself. But is it worth buying?
Hunter Schafer hides behind a shelving unit in Cuckoo.

Cuckoo review: an admirably offbeat horror thriller

Cuckoo is a strange, frequently thrilling surrealist horror film. It's now playing in theaters nationwide.
The Borderlands cast looks down a hole together.

Borderlands review: Like good movies? Then avoid this brightly-colored disaster

Eli Roth's Borderlands adaptation is a misfire of epic proportions. The Cate Blanchett-led film is now playing in theaters.
hp color laserjet pro 4201dw review s is an attractive printer

Don’t call it boring — this printer was an absolute joy to use

I reviewed HP's Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw to find out if this affordable color laser printer has good quality and long-term value.
A couple kisses on camera in The Crush House.

The Crush House review: 1999’s hottest reality TV simulator

The Crush House lovingly satirizes the weird world of reality TV, and the result is a hilarious, if imperfect, thirst-person shooter.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 review: don’t you dare ignore it

If you haven't heard much about the Galaxy Watch 7 I understand, but I want to change that because it doesn't deserve to be ignored.
The Proton Pass Plus web app is open on a PC monitor.

Proton Pass review: a privacy-first, open-source password manager

I reviewed Proton Pass, an open-source password manager with free and low-cost paid tiers that puts privacy first.
GoldenEar T66

GoldenEar T66 loudspeaker review: This one is personal

A very personal take on what makes the GoldenEar T66 such a special speaker
Characters pose in the key art for Cat Quest 3.

Cat Quest 3 review: furry pirate adventure will make you feel like a kid again

Cat Quest 3 is light on substance, but its deep RPG hooks and open-ended exploration make up for its overused feline puns.
Rivian R1S Gen 2.

2025 Rivian R1S review: The best electric SUV gets getter

The Rivian R1S has long been considered among the best electric SUVs, but for 2025, it gets its first major refresh. Does the second-gen R1S deliver?