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The poster for The Lady in the Lake.

Lady in the Lake review: Apple TV+’s latest high-profile series is an ambitious misfire

Lady in the Lake is a compelling, but ultimately unrewarding murder mystery thriller. The series' first two episodes are streaming now on Apple TV+.
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos, and Glen Powell look out an open doorway in fear in Twisters.

Twisters review: an immensely entertaining summer adventure

Twisters is both a worthy sequel and an infectiously fun big-screen disaster thriller. The film is now playing in theaters.
Acer Swift X 14 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Acer Swift X 14 review (2023): fast but not long-lasting

The Acer Swift X 14 is easy to recommend thanks to its fast performance, particularly for creators. Its battery life is a negative, though.
Maika Monroe stares in fright in front of a bloody wall in a still from the movie "Longlegs."

Longlegs review: A spooky slideshow in search of a movie

The new horror movie Longlegs, starring Nicolas Cage as a serial killer, is arrestingly stylish, but lacks the deeper terror of its influences.
Dell XPS 13 9345 front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell XPS 13 (9345) review: Is this Copilot+ variant a winner?

The Dell XPS 13 (9345) swaps out Intel for Qualcomm in a laptop that's otherwise unchanged. Does that make it a better laptop?
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 front view showing display and keyboard.

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 review: it won’t win any new converts

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 is a well-built 14-inch laptop with good productivity performance. But it's expensive, making it a dubious proposition.
The two screens of the Zenbook Duo.

Asus Zenbook Duo review: a dual-screen laptop worth buying

The Asus Zenbook Duo takes a fresh approach to providing a dual-display laptop's flexibility. Its low-end configuration is also a phenomenal value.
Cunning hares nicole, anby, billy, and nekomata in getaway car while nicole is taking selfie in Zenless Zone Zero.

Zenless Zone Zero review: HoYoverse’s latest is simple, stylish, and satisfying

Zenless Zone Zero impresses with its stylish combat, but the RPG sometimes gives its weaker parts too much screen time.
Dungeons of Hinterberg key art

Dungeons of Hinterberg review: Xbox Game Pass gets an unforgettable spin on Zelda

Dungeons of Hinterberg delivers Zelda-like puzzle design alongside a sharp narrative about the wide-ranging impacts of the tourism industry.
Preinstalled watchface on the OnePlus Watch 2R.

I tested the OnePlus Watch 2R. Here’s why you should buy this $230 smartwatch

The OnePlus Watch 2R is a cheaper and slimmed-down version of the OnePlus Watch 2 from earlier this year. But is it any good?
Nor fights a boss in Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn.

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn review: a Soulslike with a small spark

Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn offers some creative twists on the Soulslike genre, but its best features stop short of greatness.
A Super Mario Bros. Speedrunning challenge from Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition.

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition review: welcome to speedrunning 101

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition's lack of strong competitive modes makes for a fun but lacking introduction to video game speedrunning.
Disk Drill Pro is open on a PC monitor with various drives resting on a desk in front.

Disk Drill Pro review: premium data recovery without a subscription

I review Disk Drill Pro, an app that helps recover lost files from your HDD, SSD, and external drives at a great price.
Soh, Yoshiro, and Villagers prepare for battle in Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess review: Capcom’s latest is one of 2024’s best

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess offers a unique blend of action and tower defense to create an experience unlike any other that you'll play in 2024.
A person holding the OnePlus Nord 4.

I reviewed the OnePlus Nord 4, and I found something surprising

The OnePlus Nord 4's unusual all-metal body catches your eye, but can the rest of the phone keep up with the style? We find out in our review.
flock review pc steam deck sheep herd

Flock review: relaxing nature game will turn you into David Attenborough

Despite a loose story and tedious endgame, Flock is a cheery delight for nature lovers.
The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme among accessories.

Excellent ROG Azoth Extreme keyboard probably costs more than your graphics card

The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme wears its name proudly with one of the most premium designs I've ever seen, but its price is almost impossible to stomach.
Channing Tatum and Ray Romano stand in Mission Control in Fly Me to the Moon.

Fly Me to the Moon review: charming, bubbly fun

Scarlett Johansson brings her full star power to the sparkly, crowd-pleasing new screwball space movie, Fly Me to the Moon.
The Skylight Cal Max installed on a wall.

Skylight Cal Max review: a streamlined smart display alternative

If you can stomach the price, the Skylight Cal Max makes it easy to streamline your chores, meal prepping, and upcoming events.
A photo shows Wise Data Recovery Pro open on a PC monitor.

Wise Data Recovery Pro review: Is it worth it?

Wise Data Recovery is a nice free option for file restoration, so I tested the low-cost pro version to find out if it's worth the cost.
Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 review: failing to stand out

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 would have been a lot more competitive a couple of years ago. Today, it fails to stand out and is hard to recommend.
Featured image shot of WoL looking to the sky

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail review: emotional new expansion leaves a lasting legacy

Final Fantasy XIV delivers an unexpectedly emotional expansion in Dawntrail, though its an experience that requires some patience.
The RoboForm start page is shown on a PC monitor.

RoboForm review: a password manager that keeps things simple

I review RoboForm, a low-cost password manager that claims 24/7 priority support and unlimited logins for all your devices.
A foot kicks an enemy in Anger Foot.

Anger Foot review: Devolver’s latest delivers more schlock than awe

Anger Foot has all the makings of a schlocky fun action game, but it never quite finds its balance amid messy design.
Brother's HL-L3280CDW is compact and attractive.

This Brother printer is great, but here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

Brother's HL-L3280CDW color laser printer has a nice price, so I tested the quality, performance, and long-term value to see if it's right for you.
Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 in charging case, lid open, held in hand.

Cambridge Audio Melomania M100 review: smooth sound that goes the distance

Cambridge Audio brings its AB amplification to wireless earbuds, with impressive results.
Brother's HL-L3295CDW is a compact color laser printer.

Brother HL-L3295CDW review: a low-cost, scalable color laser printer

I reviewed Brother's HL-L3295CDW color laser printer to find out if it's the right choice for your home office or small business.
The Suunto Race amongst the blooms.

I reviewed the Suunto Race. Here’s why it’s the best smartwatch for fitness fanatics

Looking for a new fitness watch? The Suunto Race is a big, beautiful beast — but is it right for you? Read our Suunto Race review to find out.
Mia Goth points a gun in MaXXXine.

MaXXXine review: a bold, absorbing horror adventure

There has never been a movie like A24's MaXXXine, and there likely never will be again. The new, Mia Goth-led film is now playing in theaters.
The Keeper password manager app is open on a Windows PC.

Keeper password manager review: share logins with precision and ease

I review Keeper's Personal and Family plans, affordable password management with robust security and lots of sharing features.
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam placed on a table.

Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam review: spinning in circles

The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam nails all the basics, but it does little to push the envelope and deliver a unique experience.
LG Gram 16 2-in-1 2024 front view showing display and keyboard.

LG Gram 16 2-in-1 review: insanely thin, insanely gorgeous

The LG Gram 16 2-in-1 is incredibly thin and light even with a spectacular OLED display. It's not as fast as other large laptops, but it's still a joy to use.
Eddie Murphy holds his hands up in front of a police officer in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F review: a blast of summer fun

Netflix's Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is a refreshingly carefree summer blockbuster and a testament to Eddie Murphy's enduring star power.
A person holding the Amazon Kindle Fire Max 11

Amazon made a brilliant Android tablet you should actually buy

Amazon's Fire Max 11 takes the Fire tablet range in a brave new direction, and our extensive review examines if the strategy has worked.