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Netgear Orbi Voice review: It’s not the best smart speaker, but it’s an excellent mesh Wi-Fi system
And if you already have an Orbi router, it’ll make an awesome addition to your network.
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Logitech Z606 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System review: Affordable immersive audio
The Logitech Z606 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System lets you wirelessly stream audio from Bluetooth-enabled devices
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HP Chromebook x2 review: A better bet and bargain than the Google Pixel Slate
The HP Chromebook x2 isn't as powerful or feature-packed as Google's Pixel Slate, but it's a better value and a better all-around machine.
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Brydge G-Type wireless keyboard review: The best typing companion for the Google Pixel Slate
The Brydge G-Type is better than the Pixel Slate Keyboard in pretty much every way.
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Google Pixel Slate review: So close, yet so far, from being a perfect Chrome-Android tablet hybrid
Google's Pixel Slate is a tablet that wants to be a Chromebook, and it’s better at doing both than any other single device. But it’s still a serious work-in-progress.
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Logitech G560 gaming speakers review: The first truly useful RGB peripheral, but it’ll cost you
Logitech's G560 speakers use RGB lighting in a way that mimics Microsoft's futuristic IllumiRoom research, but there are some annoyances.
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Google Pixel Stand review: Too many locks and not enough ease
The Pixel Stand is a fine wireless charger, but only if you have a Pixel 3 and are willing to pay a premium for a Made by Google product.
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Logitech Z323 review: This 2.1 speaker system’s boomy bass overwhelms room-filling sound
The Logitech Z323 speaker system makes finding an acceptable balance between low and high frequencies harder than it should be.
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Sound BlasterX Kratos S3 review: A versatile entry-level 2.1 speaker system
The Kratos S3 2.1 speaker system brings full, warm sound to music, movies, and games.
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Logitech Z150 Stereo Speakers review: Light on your budget, light on the bass
These entry-level satellites are an affordable upgrade over your PC speakers but lack the balanced sound of some similarly priced models.
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Edifier R19U 2.0 USB Computer Speakers review: A better budget speaker
Edifier's R19U 2.0 USB Computer Speakers bring the best out of your music and movies and look good doing it.
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GOGroove BassPULSE review: PC speakers boost your music’s bottom end
GoGroove's BassPULSE 2.1 system brings the bass, but the "pulsing" lights are underwhelming.
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Creative Pebble review: Impressively big sound from teeny, $25 speakers
The tiny Creative Pebble stereo speakers deliver a bigger sound than you'd expect for the size and price.
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AmazonBasics AC Powered Computer Speakers review: Louder, but not necessarily better
AmazonBasics AC Powered Computer Speakers pump up a lot of volume for $20, but they fail to bring the best qualities out of your audio.
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Creative Inspire T12 review: Killer audio that won’t kill your budget
The Creative Inspire T12 is a 2.0 stereo speaker system that delivers balanced sound with plenty of bass.
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Cyberlink PowerDirector 16 Ultra review: Ahead of the pack, especially in 360 video
Cyberlink PowerDirector 16 Ultra aims to bring every feature under the sun to a video editor that is accessible and affordable, and it largely succeeds.
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Magix Vegas Pro 15 review: Major overhaul makes it one of the best
Vegas Pro 15 adds numerous modern features that serious video editors expect. The result is one of the best semi-pro video editing applications for the price.
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Google Pixelbook review: Android and Google Assistant transform the Chromebook
Google's Pixelbook shows a new way forward for Chromebooks. Android and Google Assistant, plus pen support, make the staid platform productive and fun.
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Moto X4 Android One review: A good reminder of what a great deal looks like
Android One is the new Nexus program, and the Moto X4 Android One is the phone to get if you're a diehard Android user on a budget and want to subscribe to Google's Project Fi.
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Nero Video 2017 review: As good as it gets for ripping, copying, and repackaging video
Nero’s as good as it gets for ripping, copying, and repackaging existing works. But if you’re more concerned with original content creation, there may be better fits out there.
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AVS Video Editor 8.0 review: Simplicity has its pros and cons
AVS Video Editor 8.0 wins big points for its ease of use and simplicity, but its modest feature set leaves something to be desired for serious users.
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Corel VideoStudio Pro X10.5 review: A versatile and elegant video editor
Corel VideoStudio Pro X10.5 combines an elegant interface with specialty features like 3D and 4K Ultra HD, making it one of the most versatile consumer-level video editors on the market.
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Pinnacle Studio 21 Ultimate review: Plenty of features and one problem
Pinnacle Studio 21 could be a great fit for any amateur video editor who wants some semi-pro tools at an accessible price. It's too bad that bugs and crashes still arise in this release.
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VideoPad Video Editor review: A great starter kit for up-and-coming social media stars
VideoPad Video Editor is an affordable, entry-level video editing application that’s particularly powerful for creators who want to publish their videos to YouTube or Facebook.
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Zenfone AR review: A better phone for Tango AR but far from perfect
The Zenfone AR is the only phone to deliver support for Google's Tango AR and Daydream VR platforms, but is it a reality-bending beast or a dud?Reviews
Creative Sound BlasterX Katana review: The soundbar finally makes its way to PCs
Creative's Sound BlasterX Katana brings the soundbar to the PC with big sound, a small form factor, and one eye-popping price tag.Reviews
Samsung Gear IconX review: Wireless earbuds with great sound—and lots of problems
You'll love the strong bass and 4GB of onboard storage, but these wire-free earbuds have scads of nagging drawbacks.Reviews
Avid Pro Tools review: This studio-style software will appeal to home creators too
For professional recording engineers, Pro Tools is this industry standard, but creative types will find it surprisingly suitable—there's even a free version to get you started.Reviews
Presonus Studio One review: Take your music production to the limit
This is one of the premiere programs for music creation, recording, and production.
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Ableton Live review: A digital audio workstation for performers and artists
Ableton Live, now at version 12 is the premiere DAW for live performance and idea sketching. It's also matured into a studio worthy application. A bit pricey, but worth it.Reviews
Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015 review: Extending video editing beyond the desktop
Adobe takes a look outside the box with its video editor to outfit it with a more complete set of tools.Reviews
Samsung GearVR (Note 4 edition) review: Virtual reality gets a great demo kit
Should you buy a GearVR? Probably not. Should you try a GearVR? Absolutely. As soon as you possibly can.Reviews
Review: Google’s Chromebook Pixel excels both as a machine and as an idea
Being the best Chromebook is easy. Being a great flagship is harder, but the Pixel's advanced features make it just as premium and desirable as any other.Reviews
NZXT Doko review: The little streaming box that (barely) could
The NZXT Doko is more expensive than a Chromecast, less expensive than a Steam Machine, and functions as well as neither.Reviews
Sorenson Squeeze Pro 10 Review: More video transcode batch operations, plus newer codec support
With new support for VP9 and HEVC (x.265), and the ability to swap wrappers without re-encoding your video, Squeeze 10 Pro cements its claim to top dog in the transcoding market.Reviews
Nexus 6 review: The best Nexus yet, if you can tolerate its gargantuan size
A whopping six-inch display isn't for everyone. You may learn to love it, but the limited camera software is frustrating.Reviews
Corsair Voyager Air 2 review: Wireless media streamer adds cloud storage sync to its repetoire
The syncing works only with Dropbox and Google Drive for now, but it's a cool new perk on this redesigned media-streaming hard drive.Reviews
Premiere Pro CC 2014 review: New features allow video editors to do more
Adobe provides even more tweaks and features to its video editor — all of which make for a better program.Reviews
Zotac Zbox EN760 Plus review: Don’t be fooled by its size, this box has graphics horsepower
A petite PC that can play the most demanding games.Reviews
Toshiba Canvio AeroMobile review: An SSD makes this the portable media server to beat
Thin, light, and long lasting, Toshiba does portable media storage and streaming right.Reviews
Toshiba Satellite P50t-BST2N01 review: The first laptop to boast a 4K display
Discrete graphics? Check. Accurate color? Check. 4K content? Someday.Reviews
Seagate Business Storage Windows Server review: No-nonsense NAS for business
Running Microsoft's Server Essentials 2012 Workgroup edition, Seagate's Business Storage Windows Server NAS box is a good fit for Windows-centric houses. But it's pricey for the features provided.Reviews
StageLight 1.3 Review: Groundbreaking GarageBand competitor for the PC
Ultra-affordable DAW app offers a lot of beat for the buck, but pro users may find it a tease.Reviews
Reveal 11 Business review: automated videography for your professional needs
Pick a style, supply the content, and create near pro-quality promotional or training videos with this easy-to-use production tool.Reviews
D-Link DWA-182 review: A solid performer at all distances
There’s a lot to like here, including compact dimensions, a handy cradle, and decent performance.Reviews
Netgear Nighthawk review: One of the best 802.11ac routers you can buy
If you want the best Wi-Fi on the market, it’s this or the Asus RT-AC68UDownload This
6 audio/video players to ease the sorrow of losing Winamp
Winamp is no longer supported as of December 20. If you've had eyes for no audio/video player but Winamp, take a look at these six attractive alternatives. Most are free.Reviews
Skydog review: Tomorrow’s network-management features; yesterday’s hardware
This router's awesome cloud-based management features are undercut by its ultraconservative hardware, which is based on the old 802.11n standard.Reviews