Luxaflex PowerView Smart Home Blinds Review
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Luxaflex PowerView Smart Home Blinds Review

Most of the smart home tech I cover leans towards the more affordable end of the spectrum that most consumers can implement themselves. However, higher-end products are always in demand giving buyers more options. I recently was had the chance to try out Luxaflex PowerView for a basic installation in my spare bedroom. This is…

Realme GT Master Edition Review – An affordable alternative to the Realme GT with a Snapdragon 778G
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Realme GT Master Edition Review – An affordable alternative to the Realme GT with a Snapdragon 778G

The Realme GT launched two months ago, and when I reviewed it, I thought it was an outstanding phone offering incredible value for money. Realme are now back with the Realme GT Master Edition. The name may imply that this is a superior phone, but in fact, it is a slightly downgraded phone swapping out…

Mu6 Ring Open-Ear Wireless Headphones Review – A good alternative to bone-conducting Aftershokz for running, less so for cycling.
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Mu6 Ring Open-Ear Wireless Headphones Review – A good alternative to bone-conducting Aftershokz for running, less so for cycling.

I was impressed with the Mu6 Space2 when I reviewed them, they are still some of the best performing ANC headphones I have used. Mu6 are now back with something a little different. Air conduction headphones. These open fit headphones offer an alternative solution to the popular bone-conducting headphones from Aftershokz, and they are quite…

HyperX Cloud II Wireless Review – Excellent low latency wireless gaming on the PS5 & PC
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HyperX Cloud II Wireless Review – Excellent low latency wireless gaming on the PS5 & PC

The HyperX Cloud II Wireless was launched last year, but the UK launch was announced until CES in January this year. These new headphones are essentially the same as the existing highly regarded wired HyperX Cloud II. But now they are wireless. These use a 2.4Ghz dongle for wireless connectivity, so no Bluetooth. The benefit…

Creative T60 Desktop Speakers Review – Perfect computer speakers for small offices and work from home setups
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Creative T60 Desktop Speakers Review – Perfect computer speakers for small offices and work from home setups

Creative have been refreshing their line-up of products at a furious rate the past few months. The Creative T60 is the latest launch from the brand that includes its new Creative App with its SmartComms kit. These speakers, therefore, introduce USB connectivity and allow people to use a 3.5mm microphone or headset and use the…

Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 EU Double Rocker Review – EU/UK smart light switch with no neutral wire
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Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 EU Double Rocker Review – EU/UK smart light switch with no neutral wire

Following my review of the Aqara Camera Hub G2H, I have been checking out the Aqara M2 Smart Hub and the new Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1. The Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 model I have used is the no neutral, double rocker EU variant. It is exactly the same as the standard H1, but…

Aqara Camera Hub G2H Review Including Sensors  – Affordable smart home automation with Home Assistant & HomeKit support
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Aqara Camera Hub G2H Review Including Sensors – Affordable smart home automation with Home Assistant & HomeKit support

Aqara has been a popular, affordable smart home ecosystem for a few years now. They recently launched their official Amazon UK store, so there is no more waiting around for imports with most of the devices available via Amazon Prime. I have been checking out the Aqara Camera Hub G2H hub with some of the…

Ezviz BC1 Battery Powered Security Camera Kit Review: Colour night vision, human detection and 365-day battery make this an appealing choice
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Ezviz BC1 Battery Powered Security Camera Kit Review: Colour night vision, human detection and 365-day battery make this an appealing choice

The Ezviz BC1 system is the latest wire-free solution aimed at consumers for a user-friendly way to add security cameras to your home. The system comes with some very impressive specs that can compete with the leading brands in the market. Similar to the likes of Eufy and Arlo, the new Ezviz cameras use a…

Acer Predator Triton 500 SE Review – Flagship laptop gaming performance in a subtle style
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Acer Predator Triton 500 SE Review – Flagship laptop gaming performance in a subtle style

This year Acer has launched two special edition laptops with slightly different form factors than the generic 15.6″ and 17″ they typically use. The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE was their first foray into the smaller format 14-inch gaming laptop niche, a category that doesn’t have much competition, and I loved it. The Triton 500…

Adidas RPT-01 Sports On-Ear Headphones Review – Washable ear pads make these the best on-ear headphones for serious fitness
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Adidas RPT-01 Sports On-Ear Headphones Review – Washable ear pads make these the best on-ear headphones for serious fitness

Adidas are not a brand you would typically associate with headphones, but as a sports brand, they have started to venture into sports focussed headphones.   The Adidas RPT-01 are a unique looking pair of over-the-head headphones, which is not particularly a style I would associate with sports. However, I have enjoyed using them and…

FS.com 10GBASE-T SFP+ Transceiver Module Review – Convert SFP+ to 10 Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet
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FS.com 10GBASE-T SFP+ Transceiver Module Review – Convert SFP+ to 10 Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet

Following on from my review of the FS S3150-8T2FP POE switch, I have also been trying out their 10GBASE-T SFP+ transceivers, which allow you to convert the 10 Gb SFP+ ports to 10Gb RJ-45. These transceiver modules are relatively expensive, at £50, compared to a standard 10Gb SFP+ modules, which will set you back around…

Polar Verity Sense Review – Not much change vs OH1 but still the best optical heart rate monitor
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Polar Verity Sense Review – Not much change vs OH1 but still the best optical heart rate monitor

I reviewed the Polar OH1 optical heart rate monitor back in 2018 and have continued to use it until this year when the Polar Sense Verity was launched. Every other HRM I have tried has died or just not been very accurate. Not much has changed since the older model, existing users shouldn’t feel too…

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