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Skip the Spa: The Hazemor Instant Sauna Tent Brings the Steam Room Home and Folds Away When You’re Done

Gear Bits, Health and Fitness October 30, 2026

Skip the Spa: The Hazemor Instant Sauna Tent Brings the Steam Room Home and Folds Away When You’re Done

Going to a spa for a quality steam sauna experience is a luxury in two ways. First, you have to pay for the spa treatment or a pricey membership. Second, you have to haul yourself to the spa, schlepping your clothes and gear, unless you like to drive home all sweaty and stinky. Hazemor has just released a home steam room that they claim can be set up and taken down in minutes. Even better, it can be stored under a bed. We’ve got one coming for a full hands-on test, but until then, let’s take a look at the…

RISION Magic Pro

Reviews October 29, 2026

RISION Magic Pro AI Dual-Light Smartphone Thermal Camera Review: Turn Your Phone into a Thermal Camera to Uncover Hidden Hot Spots

Thermal imaging has moved well beyond specialist tools, and the RISION Magic Pro aims to bring that capability to a much wider audience. Rather than relying on a small built-in display, this compact imager plugs into your phone and uses its screen, which offers far more detail than a typical thermal tool. It promises to reveal heat signatures invisible to the naked eye, from insulation gaps to overheating electronics. But does it deliver enough accuracy to justify its price? In this review, I’ll test image quality, ease of use, and overall value.

Bella using the HomerunPET CS106

Reviews October 26, 2026

HomerunPET CS106 Review: A Self-Cleaning Litter Box That Takes More Than Scooping Off Your To-Do List

There’s plenty to love about sharing your home with cats, but scooping their litter boxes isn’t one of them. The homerunPET CS106 Self-Cleaning Litter Box promises to make that chore easier, especially if you’ve got multiple cats, an enthusiastic digger, or an elderly feline who deserves a consistently clean place to do their business. Of course, not all automatic litter boxes are created equal. Some are cramped for larger cats, others demand frequent attention despite their automation, and quite a few cost enough that you’d expect them to handle nearly everything short of taking the trash to the curb.

Rowan Nova Pure Espresso Machine Review: Be Your Own Barista at Home — Snooty Attitude Not Required!

Reviews October 23, 2026

Rowan Nova Pure Espresso Machine Review: Be Your Own Barista at Home — Snooty Attitude Not Required!

Coffee is the nectar of the gods. If you don’t think so, why are you reading this? I mean, really, you have to be some kind of coffee nerd to care about espresso machines. And I’m glad you’re here. I am by no means a barista, and I don’t harbor any false notions that I am. I do, however, enjoy coffee in all its forms. So when I was offered the Rowan Nova Pre Espresso Machine for review, I begged and pleaded to get my hands on it. Guess what? Guess what? C’mon guess. Yeah, I got it!

My Descent Into the Seven Circles of Whirlpool: How a Defective Oven Became a Customer Service Disaster

Editorials October 22, 2026

My Descent Into the Seven Circles of Whirlpool: How a Defective Oven Became a Customer Service Disaster

Once upon a time, a man and woman lived in a house, deep in the mountains. When they moved in, their house had an old, mostly functional GE slide-in electric range. Then, one day, that range’s control panel failed, and rather than spend $300 on a replacement panel, they decided to buy a new oven. Oh, those sweet summer children. How naive and ignorant they were. Four months later (yes, really), the man and woman finally had a functional range. This is their story, and I really hope the Whirlpool Corporation pays careful attention to this article.

Ninja Fireside360

Reviews October 21, 2026

Ninja Fireside360 Review: The Smokeless Fire Pit with a Built-In Heater That Keeps Everyone Outside

There’s a point every fall when backyard evenings start getting cut short. The sun drops, someone grabs a hoodie, and before long everyone has drifted back inside. Wood fire pits leave your clothes smelling like smoke, and patio heaters keep you warm without giving anyone much of a reason to gather around them. Ninja thinks it can do both with the Ninja Fireside360, a propane fire pit with a built-in outdoor heater. We spent the past few weeks finding out whether it can keep a group outside long after dark.

Ninja MultiPot XL 12-in-1 DualZone Multicooker Review: The Slow Cooker That Sears, Fries, and Cooks Two Meals at Once

Reviews October 20, 2026

Ninja MultiPot XL 12-in-1 DualZone Multicooker Review: The Slow Cooker That Sears, Fries, and Cooks Two Meals at Once

I have recently reviewed several SharkNinja kitchen appliances and have been happy with all of them. They have outdone themselves once again with the Ninja MultiPot XL 12-in-1 DualZone Multicooker. As you will see, when I say this thing does it all, it does it all! My wife is the most excellent assistant when it comes to kitchen products, and the review process has been enjoyable and probably will force me to get on a diet! We put the MultiPot through its paces, and the results speak for themselves.

AWOL LuxVision

News & Features October 19, 2026

AWOL LuxVision Brings 4K 120Hz Gaming, Optical Lens Shift, and a 200″ Picture to Your Living Room

Turning an ordinary living room into a home theater can be appealing, until you start figuring out where the projector should go, how much space you’ll need, and whether the picture will look decent with the lights on. The new AWOL LuxVision aims to address those concerns while adding serious gaming capabilities. First introduced at IFA 2026, this flagship ultra-short-throw projector combines 4K resolution at 120Hz, optical lens shift, and enough brightness to make daytime viewing a possibility. It’s now available for preorder, although its $5,999 price puts it firmly in premium territory.

Eufy Video Doorbell S4 Review: One Lens Does the Work of Two, and It’s Subscription-Free

Reviews October 19, 2026

Eufy Video Doorbell S4 Review: One Lens Does the Work of Two, and It’s Subscription-Free

Video doorbells have spent years fighting the same problem: a porch is taller and wider than a camera can comfortably see. Eufy‘s last answer was the E340, which put a second camera on the bottom to watch for packages. The new Eufy Video Doorbell S4 goes a different way, with a single fisheye lens that covers 180 degrees both side to side and top to bottom, then uses AI to frame and follow whoever walks up. We swapped out our own E340 for the S4 to see whether one lens really can do the work of two.

VTOMAN FlashSpeed Pro 3600 Portable Power Station Review: Great Value and Performance, but Calling It Portable Might Be a Stretch

Reviews October 16, 2026

VTOMAN FlashSpeed Pro 3600 Portable Power Station Review: Great Value and Performance, but Calling It Portable Might Be a Stretch

A dizzying array of “portable power stations” is on the market these days, ranging from tiny, bread-loaf-sized, low-wattage/low-storage options to robust, permanent whole-home solutions. The VTOMAN FlashSpeed Pro 3600 Portable Power Station lands right at the divide between portable power stations and the large stationary home backup units, combining both large storage capacity and portability, though there should probably be an asterisk next to that last term. What’s in the Box VTOMAN FlashSpeed Pro 3600 Portable Power Station AC Charging Cable USB Type-C to Type-C USB Type-A to Type-C User Manual Specifications Battery Capacity: 3096 Wh Battery Chemistry: LiFePO4 Dimensions…

Graywind Motorized Blackout Roller Shades Review: Big Windows, Blazing Sun, and a Smarter Way to Beat the Heat

Reviews October 15, 2026

Graywind Motorized Blackout Roller Shades Review: Big Windows, Blazing Sun, and a Smarter Way to Beat the Heat

Once upon a time, reliable indoor lighting wasn’t an option. Before the modern power grid, people depended on something simpler: the sun. Older homes featured enormous windows to maximize daylight. Our rural mountain home, built in the late 1800s, is no exception. I love the huge 60-inch windows on both floors, but there’s a downside. The western side practically bakes in the summer, and none of our windows offer UV protection. So, when I was offered the chance to review the Graywind Motorized Blackout Roller Shades, I was eager to see whether modern technology could solve an old-fashioned problem.

Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

Health and Fitness, Reviews October 15, 2026

Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

If you are looking at adding a rower to your home gym but don’t want to drop a ton of money, the Merach NovaRow R50 Pro could be the answer. With a smooth air-resistance system, a comfortable seat, straps, and a bar, plus a backlit display and app workouts, the R50 Pro offers more for less. I’ve wanted to add a rower to my home gym for a while but didn’t want to spend $1,000 on a Concept2, so when Merach asked me to test their new NovaRow R50 Pro, I jumped (rowed?) at the chance. Let’s see how it does.

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro Review: Two Colors From Every Light, and an App That Makes You Work for Them

Reviews October 14, 2026

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro Review: Two Colors From Every Light, and an App That Makes You Work for Them

Permanent outdoor lights are a simple pitch. You install them once, they stay tucked under the roofline all year, and you never have to drag out a ladder in December again. Govee has sold them for a few years, and the new Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro adds a trick the earlier sets didn’t have: each light throws two colors at once. We’ve had the white 200-foot kit on our house for about two weeks, running every evening, to see how the dual-color effect looks on a real roofline and how the Govee app holds up.

Narwal Freo 20

News & Features October 7, 2026

Narwal Freo 20 Robot Vacuum Review: Serious Cleaning Power with Smarter Mopping and Less Hands-On Maintenance

Robot vacuums have been around for a while, but the underlying technology keeps improving. I was first introduced to one of Narwal‘s robot vacuums a little over a year ago and was incredibly impressed by its quality and features, so I was immediately interested to see how their latest offering, the Narwal Freo 20, held up in comparison. Read on to see how it did!

Ring Smart Lock

News & Features October 7, 2026

Ring’s New Smart Lock Can Crank Itself Back to Life, and Its Cameras Are Getting Smarter Too

Ring has spent years building cameras around the front door, and now it wants a bigger role in what happens when you reach for the handle. The $249 Ring Smart Lock, due in the U.S. in early 2027, replaces a traditional key with fingerprint access, a backlit touchscreen keypad, the Ring app, and Alexa. Its most interesting trick is far less flashy: a built-in hand-powered crank that can revive the lock when its battery dies. That sounds almost comically low-tech for a smart-home product, but it addresses a very real weakness in connected locks nicely.

NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower

Reviews, Outdoors October 6, 2026

NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower Review: Lightweight, Simple, and Surprisingly Capable

I’ve reviewed quite a few lawn mowers over the years, from traditional gas models to robotic mowers that practically do the job for you. But sometimes you just want a simple mower that you can pull out of the garage, push a button, and get the job done without gas, cords, or a complicated setup. That’s where the NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower comes in. It’s a lightweight, battery-powered push mower with two 20V batteries, a brushless motor, and a 17-inch cutting deck. Let’s see if this budget-friendly little mower has what it takes to tame my yard today.

The New WiCi One Wireless Local GPU Lets You Run a Private Local AI Assistant/Agent with Ease

News & Features October 5, 2026

The New WiCi One Wireless Local GPU Lets You Run a Private Local AI Assistant/Agent with Ease

Modern AI is advancing in leaps and bounds, but like many people, I worry about how much data you give up when creating a truly useful AI Assistant or Agent for personal use. I haven’t fully taken the plunge and integrated any of the popular AI services with my personal email, banking accounts, or medical data so far. One thing might change that soon, though: the upcoming WiCi One Wireless Local GPU. This new “wireless GPU” offers 3 modes: native GPU (wireless), API integration, and SDK integration.

Kiwibit Bird Feed 2 Pro

Outdoors, Reviews September 30, 2026

Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro 4K AI Camera with Solar Panel Review: Smart Enough to Know Who’s Stopping by for Breakfast

Kiwibit‘s latest high-tech bird feeder, the Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, is an AI-powered smart feeder built for backyard birders who want more than just a snack station. It includes a 4K camera with autofocus tracking, so any bird stays sharp, even in mid-flight. Solar panels keep it running for days on minimal sunlight, and dual 1.7L hoppers mean fewer refills. The FeatherPal AI can spot over 10,000 species, no subscription needed for the basics. Weatherproof, Alexa-compatible, and Wi Fi enabled. It turns your yard into a live nature channel you can check from your phone, anywhere.

Jackery Red Cross Edition Power Stations

News & Features September 28, 2026

These Jackery Red Cross Edition Power Stations Prepare for Outages Before the Lights Go Out

Portable power stations usually get attention after the lights go out, but Jackery’s new Red Cross Edition power stations are designed to be a little more proactive. Launching September 29, the HomePower Emergency Pro Series combines three battery-backup models with automated severe-weather charging, a configurable emergency power reserve, and a charitable tie-in with the American Red Cross. The lineup ranges from a 1,024Wh portable unit to a 3,584Wh system that can expand into serious home-backup territory, giving households, first responders, and emergency crews several ways to keep essential equipment running when the grid doesn’t cooperate.