Apple HomePod 2 review: rich sound, but doesn't fix the original's problems

Apple HomePod 2: Two-minute review The HomePod 2 is a surprising relaunch for Apple's smart speaker, because at first glance, it doesn't appear to offer much that’s different to the original model. And after taking a much deeper glance (and listen), I can report that it does not, in fact, offer much that’s different to the original. The HomePod 2...

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Garmin Instinct Crossover review: The smart Casio G-Shock of my dreams

Two minute review The Garmin Instinct Crossover is a Garmin Instinct 2 with an upgraded chipset and analog hands, and I love it. It’s one of my favorite activity watches of 2022 based on the novelty factor alone, although the fact it uses the excellent Garmin Instinct 2 as a base means it’s a very capable adventure watch, not just a one-and-done gimmick....

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Ulefone Power Armor 17 Pro review

Two-minute review When you’ve recently reviewed the 16 Pro and then are sent the 17 Pro, it’s not an unreasonable conclusion that the new phone will build on the previous design. But, the Ulefone Power Armor 17 Pro takes very little, if anything, from its predecessor. Where that was a super-cheap and heavy, rugged phone with a massive speaker on its...

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Cisco CBW150AX Access Point

Cisco’s new CBW150AX Wi-Fi 6 wireless access point and CBW151AX mesh extender provide fast wireless connectivity on a shoestring. It is simple to deploy and works out of the box. A 1.5Gbps wireless throughput will be more than enough to fully utilize the built-in 1G Ethernet port, while a 2x2 radio offers enough gain to cover a 10-meter radius at...

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Viofo A129 Pro Duo review

As the ‘Duo’ in its name suggests, the Viofo A129 Pro Duo is a two-camera system. The front has a 4K sensor for recording video at Ultra HD resolution while the rear is limited to 1080p Full HD – both record at 30 frames per second. This kit also includes a GPS module. It’s fairly chunky but attaches neatly to the front-facing camera and adds precise...

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Nintendo Switch Lite review

The Nintendo Switch Lite takes the standard Nintendo Switch console but presents a compact alternative, which is ideal for gamers who spend more time playing handheld than docked. Without straying too far from the original, there are still several features of the Nintendo Switch Lite to appreciate and acknowledge that help it carve it's own identity. The...

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