Marshall Motif ANC Review – Noise cancelling earbuds with the iconic Marshal sound and design
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Marshall Motif ANC Review – Noise cancelling earbuds with the iconic Marshal sound and design

Having previously been impressed with the Marshall Emberton II, and I have recently been checking out their first pair of active noise-cancelling earbuds, the Motif ANC. These are premium-priced earbuds with the quintessential Marshal design.   Specification Design and Fit There is not really a great deal you can do to make earbuds look good,…

Aqara Smart Radiator Thermostat E1 Valve Review – A Zigbee smart TRV with Home Assistant compatibility
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Aqara Smart Radiator Thermostat E1 Valve Review – A Zigbee smart TRV with Home Assistant compatibility

I somehow missed the launch of the Aqara Smart Radiator Thermostat E1 a few months ago. I am a massive fan of smart radiator valves. I live in a large, relatively old house that doesn’t have the best insulation and is a bit draughty. Our rooms are very large, too, and I work from home….

Twinkly Line 1.5m LED Strip Light Starter Kit Competition Giveaway

Twinkly Line 1.5m LED Strip Light Starter Kit Competition Giveaway

I reviewed the Twinkly Line a bit over a year ago, and my review sample has sat in my cupboard since. It is an excellent product and a viable alternative to the more premium Philips Hue range of products. However, as I am heavily invested in Philips Hue, I don’t have much use for this…

Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ Competition – Win a pair of these awesome Cambridge Audio TWS earbuds

Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ Competition – Win a pair of these awesome Cambridge Audio TWS earbuds

Last year I reviewed the superb Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+, and now I have a brand new pair that I am giving away in a competition. Cambridge Audio Melomania 1+ Summary The new plus model is a minor upgrade from the standard Melomania, switching the microUSB to USB-C. The earbuds themselves are some of the…

Tronsmart Bang SE Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review – Not as good as the Band Mini

Tronsmart Bang SE Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review – Not as good as the Band Mini

I have previously reviewed the Tronsmart T7 and the Bang Mini portable speakers, and I was pleasantly surprised with both of them. They may not be able to compete with the likes of Anker Soudncore or premium brands, the sound quality is not the most refined, but you get a good bang for your buck….

Affordable Smart Lighting System for Your Residence—Govee LED Smart Lighting Review

Affordable Smart Lighting System for Your Residence—Govee LED Smart Lighting Review

Good home lighting not only brightens up your household but also reflects your good taste and makes a good impression on your friends. And you can take the vibe of your house to the next level if you have total control over your residence’s lighting. Imagine entering your home and finding it to be light,…

Audio Christmas Gift Guide: Speakers & Earbuds

Audio Christmas Gift Guide: Speakers & Earbuds

If you have someone in your life that loves music and/or technology, then an audio gift is always a good choice. With this being a Christmas gift guide, I have tried not to get too carried away with my fondness for expensive gear and recommended some affordable options moving into the mid-range. Earphones / Headphones…

Audio Pro C5 MKII Speaker Review – A multiroom Sonos alternative with an attractive design
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Audio Pro C5 MKII Speaker Review – A multiroom Sonos alternative with an attractive design

Speakers are not normally the best-looking pieces of technology in your home. This is fine by me, I value functionality over form, but every time I get a new speaker, I have to deal with my partners’ disapproval. She is not happy about my recent subwoofer purchase. For people who like things to look nice…

Eleglide T1 Step Through City Electric Bike Review
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Eleglide T1 Step Through City Electric Bike Review

I have had an influx of eBikes to review recently. The Eleglide T1 Step Through is a little different from my previous reviews, with it being a step-through design which is ideal for people with mobility issues and is also a style that’s often marketed towards women. Specification UK Road Legal A few of the…

MediaTek Dimensity 8200 announced providing a frequency improvement on the Cortex-A78 cores vs Dimensity 8100
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MediaTek Dimensity 8200 announced providing a frequency improvement on the Cortex-A78 cores vs Dimensity 8100

Today, MediaTek announced the new Dimensity 8200. Following the normal trend for these releases, this is an incremental upgrade to the already excellent MediaTek Dimensity 8100. It is basically the same chipset but with the Cortex-A78 running at improved frequencies. In this case, MediaTek has provided the chipset with a moderate bump in performance, they…

Pinter 2 Homebrew Beer Review – Expensive homebrew or a cheap alternative vs Perfect Draft Pro?

Pinter 2 Homebrew Beer Review – Expensive homebrew or a cheap alternative vs Perfect Draft Pro?

Two years ago, I reviewed the Pinter, which I found to be an incredibly user-friendly way to get into homebrewing, and it produced some of the best homebrew beer I have brewed. I found that it was let down by the steep price of the beer refills. However, back then, everyone was going mad for…

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