Reviews

Review: Sonos Roam brings the Sonos magic to even more places
04/06/2021, 09:00:AM
The new Sonos Roam is a compelling portable speaker with impressive battery life, great audio, and AirPlay 2 support that will leave you wanting to explore the great outdoors.

Review: XP-Pen Innovator 16 is an inexpensive upgrade for digital illustrators
04/04/2021, 01:55:PM
XP-Pen's Innovator 16 is a graphics tablet for drawing on your Mac, offering a 15.6-inch display and decent value for amateurs wanting to improve their digital artwork workflow.

Review: HyperJuice magnetic battery pack fills a need for iPhone 12 users
04/03/2021, 03:58:PM
As we await an official MagSafe battery backpack from Apple, Hyper's HyperJuice Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack attempts to fill the void.

Review: Podswap lets you trade in old AirPods for a pair with new batteries
04/03/2021, 01:51:PM
Trade in your old 1st or 2nd generation AirPods and get a refurbished pair with new batteries from Podswap.

Review: Wave for Work is an ideal smart ring for presenters
03/30/2021, 08:00:AM
Genki's Wave for Work smart ring is really just a Bluetooth remote control, but the way it's done means that it is particularly good for people making Keynote presentations from their Mac.

Review: reMarkable 2 is better than iPad for notes, but nothing else
03/29/2021, 02:48:PM
If you are a student or a copious notetaker, Apple's iPad isn't the best device for the task, but the reMarkable 2 is an exceptional note-taking experience, lacking any other tablet features.

Review: GigaDrive Pro NVMe drive has speedy transfer speeds, won't run hot
03/28/2021, 05:01:PM
The GigaDrive Pro is billed as the "world's fastest" external SSD. While it just barely falls short of that lofty claim, it is close, and it is a drive that can easily help increase storage capacity for Mac video editors.

Review: Adonit's Prime stylus looks great, but at $250 it's hard to justify
03/28/2021, 08:56:AM
Adonit's new high-end iPhone and iPad-compatible stylus looks and feels great, but its high price could put off many people.

Review: Muse S is a meditation coach you can wear
03/27/2021, 03:56:PM
The Muse S is a headband and iPhone app combo that can teach you to meditate using real-time biofeedback.

Review: Master & Dynamic MW08 true wireless earbuds impress in every way
03/23/2021, 11:26:AM
The MW08 true wireless earbuds are here, and they excel in every metric, from its impressive 12-hour battery life to its custom 11mm drivers, to its hybrid active noise cancellation.

Review: Sonnet eGPU Breakaway Puck RX 5700 brings quiet GPU power to Intel Macs
03/21/2021, 04:11:PM
If you want to upgrade your Intel-based portable Mac, but don't want a large box on your desk, the Sonnet eGPU Breakaway Puck RX 5700 is a good choice -- today.

Review: Vissles V1 is a fun and loud mechanical keyboard
03/21/2021, 01:57:PM
The Vissles V1 is a full-on loud mechanical keyboard for Mac or iPad, with great sound in a compact, wireless form factor.

Review: Eve Weather is a worthy HomeKit weather station that's as powerful as you make it
03/18/2021, 12:39:PM
Eve Weather is a new HomeKit-only weather station that replaces the outgoing Eve Degree with new features and Thread connectivity. We look at how those changes help justify the cost of the handy device.

Review: Kensington StudioDock caters to iPad Pro-centric creatives
03/16/2021, 08:06:AM
The Kensington StudioDock is an all-in-one solution for power users who rely on their iPad Pro to get their work done by incorporating a magnetic stand, a bevy of ports, an Apple Watch charger, and two Qi chargers.

Review: Auzai 27-inch Gaming Monitor is a fantastic, mid-range upgrade
03/14/2021, 02:51:PM
This mid-range monitor combines a high refresh rate, minimal bezel, and wide color gamut coverage to make it a well-rounded addition to your Mac in nearly any office, dorm, or family setup.

Review: The iStorage DiskAshur M2 is a go-anywhere, super-secure SSD
03/13/2021, 11:02:AM
The rugged, portable DiskAshur M2 keeps your files secure behind military-grade encryption without requiring any fussy companion software.

Review: LaCie BOSS SSD is a photographer's best friend
03/10/2021, 02:31:PM
LaCie, the creative pro arm of Seagate, has once again excelled in creating a near-essential tool for on-the-go creatives in the Boss SSD, which offers fast storage, mobile connectivity, and even a battery backup -- at a cost.

Review: Logitech's Circle View is the best HomeKit video doorbell money can buy
03/09/2021, 07:08:PM
Logitech's Circle View video doorbell is the first true HomeKit-first solution for your front door and it excels with a very Apple-esque user experience. In fact, Logitech's solid execution only serves to highlight the shortcomings of HomeKit's video support.

Review: Fledging Hubble for iPad brings more ports and protection to your tablet
03/07/2021, 06:14:PM
Hubble is a new combination case and USB-C hub designed for iPad Pro that protects your precious device while equipping it with expansive new connectivity.

Review: Moment's MagSafe accessories highlight the versatility of iPhone 12
03/07/2021, 03:27:PM
Originally announced shortly after the release of the iPhone 12, Moment's MagSafe-enabled line of photography-oriented mounts is finally shipping, and they are worth the wait.