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Five main characters from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II review: war is what you make of it

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II review: war is what you make of it

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II's lackluster campaign is a bummer, but its multiplayer is a solid way to spend time with friends.
The Nokia X30's camera and rear.

Nokia X30 5G review: a pure view of mediocrity

Nokia X30 5G review: a pure view of mediocrity

The Nokia X30 5G aims to compete with budget handsets from Samsung and Google. But does it deliver the goods? See what we think in our review.
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 review: a multitasker’s dream machine

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 review: a multitasker’s dream machine

The widescreen and dual-display Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 3 is designed perfectly for multitaskers, but its performance holds it back with creative work.
Front view of the House of Marley Get Together 2 XL speaker.

House of Marley Get Together 2 XL review: loud, proud, and made for a crowd

House of Marley Get Together 2 XL review: loud, proud, and made for a crowd

The House of Marley Get Together 2 XL can power a party, but its style makes it a fine choice for any room in your home.
The Nothing Ear Stick's case alongside a smartphone.

Nothing Ear Stick review: the coolest ‘buds you’ll ever see

Nothing Ear Stick review: the coolest ‘buds you’ll ever see

It's impossible not to love the way the Nothing Ear Sticks look, but do they have the right sound to back the looks up? We find out in our review.
Someone holding the yellow iPad (2022) in front of trees with orange, yellow leaves.

Apple iPad (10th Gen, 2022) review: easy to love, tricky to recommend

Apple iPad (10th Gen, 2022) review: easy to love, tricky to recommend

The iPad (2022) is the biggest overhaul the baseline iPad has ever seen. But should you actually buy it? We answer that question in our review.
Art mode on the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV.

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED review: Amazon’s best screen yet

Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED review: Amazon’s best screen yet

The Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV is Amazon's best screen yet, but it may cost a bit more than it should.
Hisense U7H with bright green and yellow parakeet on black backfround, showing color and contrast performance.

Hisense U7H (65U7H) review: punching above its weight

Hisense U7H (65U7H) review: punching above its weight

With impressive brightness and black levels and out-of-this-world color accuracy, the Hisense U7H is a formidable challenger to its more expensive sibling.
1More Aero wireless earbuds.

1More Aero review: head-tracking spatial audio at a wallet-friendly price

1More Aero review: head-tracking spatial audio at a wallet-friendly price

1More's Aero are packed with features, including one that isn't normally found on budget earbud: head-tracking spatial audio.
Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 with Alexa Voice Remote.

Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 review: not just for streamers anymore

Amazon Fire TV Cube 2022 review: not just for streamers anymore

The third iteration of the Amazon Fire TV Cube adds features that make it even better for those still on cable or satellite.
The back of the Surface Pro 9, with the kickstand pulled out.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 review: one step forward, one step back

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 review: one step forward, one step back

Microsoft's latest Surface Pro 9 is still solid, even if it's steps forward aren't as obvious as they should be.
The Surface Laptop 5 on a table in front of a window.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: running to stand still

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: running to stand still

The Surface Laptop 5 ditches AMD as an option -- and the end result is a step back that puts it behind rivals.
Bayonetta posing in the air with red background.

Bayonetta 3 review: excellent action game is the true queen of the multiverse

Bayonetta 3 review: excellent action game is the true queen of the multiverse

Bayonetta 3 is a new high point for the action series, putting Hollywood blockbusters to shame with its nonstop thrills.
Close-up of Bose Smart Soundbar 600.

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 review: bigger than its body

Bose Smart Soundbar 600 review: bigger than its body

Don't let its small size fool you โ€” this soundbar delivers massive, immersive sound.
The Gardyn in someone's kitchen.

Gardyn review: easy gardening for a high price

Gardyn review: easy gardening for a high price

The Gardyn 2.0 is the most advanced smart garden I've ever gotten my hands on, but it could still use some improvement.
The front of the HP Envy x360 13 on a table.

HP Envy x360 13 (2022) review: an incredible laptop value

HP Envy x360 13 (2022) review: an incredible laptop value

The HP Envy x360 13 is a surprisingly affordable laptop given its excellent build, solid productivity performance, and good battery life. OLED is also a plus.
TCL 6-Series TV displaying colorful image of an apple tree against a blue sky background.

The new 2022 TCL 6-Series TV is dangerously good

The new 2022 TCL 6-Series TV is dangerously good

Dangerously good is a compliment in the case of the TCL 6-Series TV, but it comes with a dash of frustration.
LOU13 from New Tales From the Borderlands' key art

New Tales From the Borderlands review: a safe successor to a Telltale classic

New Tales From the Borderlands review: a safe successor to a Telltale classic

New Tales from the Borderlands doesn't redefine Telltale's legacy, but it does a great job of upholding it.
Robin fights the mob in Gotham Knights.

Gotham Knights review: strong story rescues underpowered Bat adventure

Gotham Knights review: strong story rescues underpowered Bat adventure

Gotham Knights takes a bold narrative swing by killing off Batman, but its strong multiplayer is held back by performance and gameplay issues.
Asus Vivobook 17X front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Asus Vivobook 17X review: a large screen for cheap

Asus Vivobook 17X review: a large screen for cheap

The Asus Vivobook 17X sports a large 17.3-inch display and performance that's fine at its lower prices, but not so much at the $1,000 review unit pricing.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2022) in use on a table.

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2022) review: too much Amazon, not enough tablet

Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2022) review: too much Amazon, not enough tablet

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (2022) is a budget tablet with significant caveats that undermine its value. Here's our full review.
V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless.

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless review: Great cans leave you wanting more

V-Moda Crossfade 3 Wireless review: Great cans leave you wanting more

V-Moda's third-gen Crossfade 3 Wireless headphones make almost no changes to the original formula, but that might not be such a good thing.
a plague tale requiem preview hands on red floor

A Plague Tale: Requiem review: gorgeous sequel has some growing pains

A Plague Tale: Requiem review: gorgeous sequel has some growing pains

A Plague Tale: Requiem builds on everything that made its predecessor a surprise hit, though its forced meditations on violence ring hollow.
Mario, Rabbid Peach, and more characters pose in Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope key art.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope review: one of Mario’s finest spinoffs

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope review: one of Mario’s finest spinoffs

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a step up for the tactics series, with more creative combat that makes every turn a blast.
Amazon Kindle (2022) reading view

Amazon Kindle (2022) review: simple, delightful reading

Amazon Kindle (2022) review: simple, delightful reading

The Kindle (2022) is the most basic e-reader that Amazon offers, but for some, that's simply enough.
Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 review: nice, but not enough

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 review: nice, but not enough

The ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 is fast enough, but it lacks polish, and its display won't please creators. It's nothing special and a bit too much pricewise.
A fleshy monster looms in a dark room in Scorn.

Scorn review: Bold psychological horror game is only half-formed

Scorn review: Bold psychological horror game is only half-formed

Scorn pays tribute to H. R. Giger with harrowing visuals that'll haunt your nightmares, but the horror game is better watched than played.
The Monoprice DT-3BT Powered Desktop Bluetooth Speakers

Monoprice DT-3BT review: Budget speakers that deserve a spot on your desk

Monoprice DT-3BT review: Budget speakers that deserve a spot on your desk

The Monoprice DT-3BT powered Bluetooth speakers are a basic, budget, but better-than-expected set of desktop speakers that sound great for the price.
logitech g cloud gaming handheld preview hands off

Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld review: For enthusiasts only

Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld review: For enthusiasts only

The Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld is the first device of its kind, but it doesn't prove that dedicated cloud gaming handhelds are necessary.
Man wearing the Apple Watch SE 2 and typing on a MacBook.

Apple Watch SE 2 review: simple, cheap, and brilliant

Apple Watch SE 2 review: simple, cheap, and brilliant

Think the Apple Watch SE 2 isn't one to seriously consider? Wrong! It's possibly the only one you should consider. We explain why in our review.
Nora fighting Hilde.

Valkyrie Elysium review: a cult-classic made average

Valkyrie Elysium review: a cult-classic made average

Valkyrie Elysium is a budget RPG that squanders lovely art design with bare-bones combat and a predictable story.
Vizio M-Series Quantum X TV Review

Vizio M-Series Quantum X TV review: the Goldilocks TV

Vizio M-Series Quantum X TV review: the Goldilocks TV

Vizio's 2022 M-Series Quantum X adds quantum dot color and HDR performance at a very attractive price.
Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 review: departing from the formula

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 review: departing from the formula

The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 departs from the usual ThinkPad formula, but that's okay. It's a solid 16-inch laptop competitor with a lot of sustainable materials.
The Dell XPS 13 9315 on a table against a window.

Dell XPS 13 (2022) review: a true answer to the MacBook Air

Dell XPS 13 (2022) review: a true answer to the MacBook Air

The Dell XPS 13 has its aim sighted on the M1 MacBook Air and somehow manages to undercut it.