Reviews of all the latest gadgets and technology
The Zyxel NWA130BE is one of the first affordable WiFi 7 access points available to consumers and small businesses. It promises multi-gigabit wireless speeds using the latest 802.11be standard, and it is the best alternative to the recently launched UniFi U7 Pro. Related Content Specification Model NWA130BE Wi-Fi Standards Tri-band BE11000 Broadcasting Power US (2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz): 29/28/23dBm EU…
[Update] Ugreen has now officially launched the Nexode RG in the UK. I have updated the article with links and pricing. Ugreen has been churning out a lot of great products recently, including Thunderbolt docking stations, USB-C hubs and chargers. The Nexode RG is something a little more quirky and fun. It is a…
Pininfarina is a design firm that is best known for its range of iconic car designs, including the Alfa Romeo Spider and the legendary Ferrari Testarossa. They have now partnered with Globics, a firm that specialises in hybrid and digital smartwatches, to produce the Pininfarina Senso. While I am all in with Garmin, I can…
Wi-Fi 7 is starting to gain momentum with several routers and Wi-Fi 7 mesh systems available and a growing number of access points. Most phones that use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 feature it, including the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and IQOO 12, but not the Honor Magic6 Pro. And many motherboards and laptops…
I have previously reviewed the Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 sleep buds, which I thought were excellent and much better than the Kokoon Nightbuds I have also reviewed. The new Sleep A20 focuses on improved noise cancellation and a more comfortable fit for a better night’s sleep. Anker has also significantly improved the battery life to 14…
I recently reviewed the excellent Nebo Galileo Air 1000 Collapsible Lantern and have reviewed several other Nebo products. The Nebo 5K Powerbank is the most affordable option in their range of power banks, and as the name suggests, this is advertised as having 5,000mAh capacity. Nebo excels with its lighting products and has some innovative…
I have previously been impressed with the Nebo range of products, including the Nebo Ultimate Multi Voltage Power Pack, Big Larry Pro Plus and Davinci 18000 Lumen Flashlight. Nebo has kindly sent me another batch of products to review, with the first being the Galileo Air 1000 which is a highly versatile rechargeable lantern designed…
I previously reviewed the ExpressVPN Aircove VPN router and thought it was an excellent router if you want a user-friendly way to run your network through a VPN with split tunnel options based on devices. The Aircove Go is functionally the same router and has almost the same hardware specification apart from the Aircove Go…
The Philips Hue Floodlight Camera was announced at IFA 2023 as part of the Philips Hue Secure launch, along with three other cameras. It joins a growing number of floodlight cameras on the market, but its integration with the Philips Hue ecosystem sets it apart. As I am heavily invested in Philips Hue, I have…
The Sony Xperia 5 V was launched in September 2023 and is one of the few high-spec Android phones on the market. With a 6.1-inch 21:9 OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, versatile triple camera system, and large 5000mAh battery, the Xperia 5 V aims to deliver a premium Android experience for those who…
I have previously reviewed the excellent Arlo Essential and Essential XL outdoor wireless security cameras. Arlo has now released a second generation of its Essential range with four new products, including a second-generation version of the two Essential outdoor cameras, a 2K Essential Video Doorbell, and an Essential indoor camera. The Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera…
This is a quick review of the Syncwire MagSafe ring plate adaptor, which sticks to the back of any phone or case to replicate the MagSafe functionality on iPhones. I have always liked the idea of MagSafe. It is a simple but logical and very useful feature that makes wireless charging a bit easier and…