January 2026

OPPO Reno 15 Pro

Reviews

OPPO Reno 15 Pro Review: Beautiful Design, Big Battery, and a “Pro” Camera That Doesn’t Quite Deliver

As a U.S.-focused phone reviewer, it’s nice every now and then to take the blinders off and see what’s available in the rest of the world. While OPPO kinda-sorta has a presence here in the United States via OnePlus, I wanted to take a look at OPPO’s offerings directly. The company sent me the OPPO Reno 15 Pro, the Reno 15, and the OPPO Watch S. The Reno 15 Pro is obviously the headliner here, but I appreciated the chance to take a look at the other devices as well.

BOYA Mini 2 Wireless Microphone Review: Excellent Sound and Amazing AI Noise Cancellation Made Very Affordable

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BOYA Mini 2 Wireless Microphone Review: Excellent Sound and Amazing AI Noise Cancellation Made Very Affordable

Since 2012, BOYA has offered a range of audio products, including wired and wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and accessories. In this review, we test the BOYA mini 2, an updated, AI-powered lavalier microphone system. A few months ago, we reviewed the BOYA Magic Microphone and gave it a 5 out of 5 rating. The Magic is a clever wireless mic system that can be configured in four different ways. The mini 2 is the upgraded version of the mini and shares many of the Magic’s advantages and performance in a simpler form.

KeySmart SmartCard showing location on a smartphone,

News & Features

KeySmart SmartCard Makes Wallet Tracking Easy for Both Android and iOS Users

If you’ve ever found yourself patting every pocket while asking the universe where your wallet went this time, the KeySmart SmartCard might feel like a personal gift. At $39.99, this ultra-thin tracking card slips into your wallet and quietly waits for the moment you inevitably need it. It works with both Apple Find My and Google Find Hub, so it doesn’t care whether you are Team iPhone or Team Android. It just wants to help you find your stuff and get on with your day.

LCD-5s Flagship Planar Headphones

Events, Gear Bits

Audeze Present LCD-5s Flagship Planar Headphones Featuring SLAM Technology at NAMM Show

Audeze, long recognized for its high-end headphone performance, has unveiled the LCD-5s, the next evolution of one of its flagship models. The new edition incorporates Audeze’s SLAM (Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator) technology, delivering deeper, more realistic bass and even more precise midrange performance, all wrapped in an updated design worthy of its reputation. The LCD-5s made their first public appearance at the 2026 NAMM Show last week, where Audeze presented its full range of professional, creator-focused, gaming, and audiophile headphones. Crafted for listeners who insist on uncompromising fidelity and exceptional artisanal quality, the LCD-5s stands as a showcase of planar-magnetic…

Zepp Clarity One OTC Hearing Aid

Reviews

UPDATED: Zepp Clarity One In-Canal OTC Hearing Aids Review: Beautifully Invisible, Frustratingly Limited

There is a quiet shift happening in personal audio, and it has nothing to do with louder speakers or punchier bass. It is about hearing help that does not announce itself the moment you walk into a room. The Zepp Clarity One In-Canal Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids sit squarely in that space, offering an over-the-counter hearing solution that looks more like discreet modern tech than something borrowed from a clinic waiting room. That alone will matter to many people.

Jabra Evolve3 75

News & Features

Jabra Evolve3 Headsets Will Replace Your Work Headset and Everyday Headphones with One Sleek Package

The new Jabra Evolve3 headset series is Jabra’s latest attempt to make one pair of headphones pull double duty without looking like it belongs in a call center. Designed for people who bounce between meetings, music, and real life throughout the day, the Jabra Evolve3 lineup includes two models, the over-the-ear Evolve3 85 and the on-the-ear Evolve3 75. The goal here is simple enough: sound professional when you need to, relax when you don’t, and never feel like you are wearing “work headphones” in public.

4Patriots Patriot Power Generator 2200X Review: 2,240Wh Backup Power with Fast Charging and an Included 200W Solar Panel

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4Patriots Patriot Power Generator 2200X Review: 2,240Wh Backup Power with Fast Charging and an Included 200W Solar Panel

Sometimes you need to plan ahead for emergencies. Modern homes rely on electricity for nearly everything, and when the power goes out, the inconvenience can turn serious very quickly. If you want backup power without dealing with gasoline, fumes, or engine maintenance, the 4Patriots Patriot Power Generator 2200X is positioned as a premium alternative to traditional generators. It offers a large battery, strong output, quiet operation, and bundled solar charging. This portable power station is heavy and limited to four AC outlets, but for home emergency use, it delivers reliable, predictable power without the usual generator headaches.

OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 15R

Reviews

OnePlus 15 vs. OnePlus 15R: When the “Premium Midrange” Starts Feeling Awkward

OnePlus is one of the lesser-known brands in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean its phones are not good. Indeed, OnePlus has been making remarkable strides over the past few years, including being among the first phones to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. The OnePlus 15 is a blazing-fast phone, particularly good for gaming. Meanwhile, the OnePlus 15R exists in an odd place, somewhere between flagship and midrange, with some really great specifications, but a higher price tag than we’re used to due to a variety of factors. But it’s still a good value in its own…

DEFEND 360 Cellular Security Camera

News & Features, Events

DEFEND 360 Cellular Security Camera Brings Eyes to the Places Wi-Fi Forgot

The DEFEND 360 Cellular Security Camera is built for the spots most security cameras quietly ignore. Think rural properties, job sites, docks, barns, gates, or that cabin where Wi-Fi is more of a wish than a reality. Priced at $199.99, this new cellular security camera from Tactacam aims to make full-property monitoring possible without wires, routers, or a weekend lost to installation frustration.

SCUF Valor Pro Wireless Controller Review: Premium Performance, Customization and Price

Reviews, Game Diary

SCUF Valor Pro Wireless Controller Review: Premium Performance, Customization and Price

Part of the Corsair family, SCUF develops gaming controllers designed for everyone from esports pros to average players. Their product line includes controllers for every gaming platform, including the PS5, Xbox, PC, and mobile. Nearly a year ago, we reviewed the wired version of the Valor Pro controller and found it to be excellent. In this review, we look at the new SCUF Valor Pro Wireless Controller, a high-performance controller that offers extensive customization, multiple connectivity options, and a few enhanced features that set it apart from other controllers on the market.

Flashback ONE35 V2 Camera

News & Features

The Flashback ONE35 V2 Is the Camera That Makes You Wait, and That Somehow Makes Photos Matter Again

Here’s the thing about photography in 2026: it’s everywhere, it’s instant, and somehow it’s also disposable. You take a photo, glance at it for half a second, and then it quietly dissolves into the endless swamp of your camera roll. The Flashback ONE35 V2 camera is a polite but firm protest against that entire cycle. It doesn’t hate your phone, but it definitely thinks you reach for it too often. And honestly, it might be right.

Goko M6 on a sloped lawn

Outdoors, Events, News & Features

Meet the Goko M6: The Autonomous Lawn Mower Built for Slopes, Sprawling Yards, and Weekend Freedom

Goko is officially stepping onto the consumer stage, and it is doing so with the Goko M6 autonomous mower, a robotic lawn mower that looks like it wandered out of an industrial job site and decided your yard was next. Debuting at CES 2026, the Goko M6 is designed for people whose lawns are less postcard-flat and more obstacle course, and who are very done with spending weekends wrestling a gas mower on slopes that feel mildly disrespectful.

Anker SOLIX E10 Launches with Infinite Power Tech, Promising True Whole-Home Backup and Massive Scalability

Events, Gear Bits

Anker SOLIX E10 Launches with Infinite Power Tech, Promising True Whole-Home Backup and Massive Scalability

Anker is partnering with NFL Hall of Famer Troy Aikman to revolutionize home energy with “Infinite Power” technology. The Anker SOLIX E10 is built on three core pillars: infinite backup capacity, uncompromising whole-home power, and a streamlined experience. The Anker SOLIX line is quickly becoming one of the industry leaders in portable and whole-home power sources.

Caleb wearing the SKG KS700-E

Advertorial, Events, Health and Fitness, News & Features

CES 2026 Live: SKG Massage Devices Offer Affordable Neck, Eye, Foot, and Back Relief with TENS and Red Light Therapy

Are you sore, stressed, or tired? That’s probably rhetorical in 2026, as everyone is tense at least some of the time. You can’t escape it forever, but you can get some relief, and we had the chance to explore and learn about SKG’s extensive line of massage devices designed to help whichever parts of you are taking a beating at CES 2026!

THUNDEROBOT at CES: From Ultra-Light Gaming Laptops to Headphone-Free Monitors, a Full Ecosystem Built for Work and Play

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THUNDEROBOT at CES: From Ultra-Light Gaming Laptops to Headphone-Free Monitors, a Full Ecosystem Built for Work and Play

Walking into the THUNDEROBOT booth at CES feels less like stepping into a single brand showcase and more like entering a carefully choreographed tech ecosystem. The visitor flow is deliberate and surprisingly intuitive. You start with mobile devices meant to travel, move into desktop-grade power condensed into improbably small boxes, slide naturally into competitive gaming gear, and end in a zone built entirely around immersion. It is not subtle, and it is not meant to be.

Satechi Slim EX3 Wireless Keyboard

Events, News & Features

Satechi Slim EX Series Delivers Sleek Cross Platform Keyboards and a Wireless Mouse Built for Modern Workflows

The Satechi Slim EX Series arrives with a clear message. If your desk, backpack, or coffee shop table has turned into a juggling act of keyboards, mice, and half-charged accessories that behave differently depending on the device you’re using, it might be time for something that actually plays nicely with everything. Let’s face it, the promise of a single setup that works across macOS, Windows, Android, and iPadOS sounds like a small miracle for anyone who switches between gadgets all day.

Lenovo ThinkCentre X AIO Aura Edition

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Lenovo’s 2026 ThinkPad, ThinkBook, and ThinkCentre Refreshes Focus on Smarter AI, Flexible Design, and Real-World Workflows

Lenovo’s latest ThinkPad and ThinkCentre announcements read like a peek into how work is slowly but surely changing. This is not about flashy concepts for the sake of headlines. It is about refining the tools people already rely on, then nudging them forward with smarter design, more thoughtful performance, and just enough artificial intelligence to feel helpful instead of intrusive. From ultra-light laptops to adaptable displays and quietly powerful desktops, Lenovo is clearly betting that work no longer lives in one place, and that your devices should keep up without demanding constant attention.