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review ASUS Mini PC ProArt PA90 review: Tall and mighty!

ASUS Mini PC ProArt PA90 review: Tall and mighty!

When you hear the words "Mini PC" you never think of a beast that is 14.4 inches tall and weighing 12.78 pounds, without the power charger. ASUS Mini PC ProArt PA90 is not small, and it is not light either. Everything about it is imposing and powerful, from the processor inside the system to the cooling system, and its design. If you are looking
review Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 review: The cheapest smartphone that runs Fortnite!

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 review: The cheapest smartphone that runs Fortnite!

We recently encountered the following challenge: one of our editors is a father, and his boy wanted a new smartphone that can run the highly popular game Fortnite. If you do a bit of research, you see that Fortnite tends to run on high-end smartphones that cost a lot of money. But… there is one smartphone that stands out with its powerful hardware, beautiful
review ASUS XG-C100C review: Great yhen you need more than 1 Gbps!

ASUS XG-C100C review: Great yhen you need more than 1 Gbps!

Our team enjoys using 1 Gbps internet connections. For most people in the world, that is fast. However, 10 Gigabit internet connections and devices are starting to show up. Yes, they are mostly for business users, but internet service providers are going to create 10G plans for consumers too. If you were to have such an internet connection, you could download any game from
review Review ASUS VT229H: A monitor with touch and a frameless design

Review ASUS VT229H: A monitor with touch and a frameless design

In this article, we are testing and reviewing a touch monitor called ASUS VT229H. The manufacturer says that it is a 21.5-inch monitor with a frameless design, 10-point multi-touch, a beautiful IPS panel, and wide viewing angles. We were curious whether it was a good product, so we started using it. Here is what we found out about ASUS VT229H, during our review:
review Review TP-Link Deco M9 Plus: mesh WiFi that plays nice with your smart home!

Review TP-Link Deco M9 Plus: mesh WiFi that plays nice with your smart home!

TP-Link makes interesting mesh WiFi systems that provide a balance between price, performance, and features. This time we are testing their most expensive mesh WiFi system to date: TP-Link Deco M9 Plus. It has modern hardware, and it features integration with smart home devices like smart bulbs, smart plugs, sensors, thermostats, and so on, including those made by brands other than TP-Link. If this
review Sony CP-AD2M4 charger review: charge multiple devices safely

Sony CP-AD2M4 charger review: charge multiple devices safely

Charging your mobile devices has become a difficult task at home, at the office and even more so on the road. The Sony CP-AD2M4 charger gives you the ability to charge multiple devices safely. Finding an electrical outlet for every charger that comes with every device you have can be daunting. YIf you find one, you're most likely to plug in your smartphone. What
review Review ASUS Mini PC PB60G: A small, powerful, and stackable PC

Review ASUS Mini PC PB60G: A small, powerful, and stackable PC

We recently received in testing one of ASUS' latest mini-PCs, called PB60G. Even if it is a small form factor PC, that does not stop it from being powerful. It comes with 8th generation Intel processors, up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM, 4K Ultra HD video output and many ports, including USB 3.1 Gen2 and USB Type-C. Furthermore, it also boasts a modular design,
review Trust GXT 890 Cada: The affordable RGB mechanical keyboard!

Trust GXT 890 Cada: The affordable RGB mechanical keyboard!

Keyboard manufacturers have all embraced the RGB lighting trend. Some people hate it, while others love it, especially gamers. When you look for a mechanical keyboard that features RGB lighting, for each individual key, as well as the personalization software required to create the lighting profiles that you want, the downside is that prices tend to go higher than 100 USD. Trust GXT 890
review Reviewing ASUS RT-AC67U: The most affordable AiMesh WiFi system!

Reviewing ASUS RT-AC67U: The most affordable AiMesh WiFi system!

ASUS RT-AC67U is a mesh WiFi system composed of two wireless routers. Their firmware was optimized so that they work as a mesh WiFi system while offering all the tools, configuration options, and benefits of a typical wireless router. All this at a price that is more competitive than the ASUS Lyra lineup of mesh WiFi systems. If we have stirred your curiosity, and
review Reviewing Synology DiskStation DS418: Modular and well built!

Reviewing Synology DiskStation DS418: Modular and well built!

Synology is quite the brand name when it comes to NAS (Network Attached Storage) solutions. Recently, we received their DiskStation DS418 4-bay NAS for testing. It is a well-built device, with excellent modular software. By default, when you turn it on the first time, it includes only the bare-bones features of a NAS. However, you can extend it to be anything you wish, from
review Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Probably the best Bluetooth headphones!

Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Probably the best Bluetooth headphones!

Sony WH-1000XM2 were excellent headphones, but they had a few flaws. Now Sony has launched the next generation: Sony WH-1000XM3. The new model promises to be better than its predecessor. It offers high-end noise canceling features and premium audio quality, while also being lighter, more comfortable and offering a longer battery life than its predecessor. Is this real or too good to be true?
review ASUS TUF Gaming H5 headset review: Durable 7.1 surround sound for gamers

ASUS TUF Gaming H5 headset review: Durable 7.1 surround sound for gamers

ASUS gaming peripherals are recognized as being some of the best on the market. This week, we received for testing one of their latest headsets from their TUF series, called ASUS TUF Gaming H5. It is a 7.1 surround sound headset that the company says it built to be durable, lightweight, and compatible with platforms ranging from PCs and Macs to smartphones, PlayStations, and
review MIO MiVue J60 review: Dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS tracking

MIO MiVue J60 review: Dash cam with built-in Wi-Fi and GPS tracking

The dash cams market has grown slowly but steadily over the last few years and is now filled with many choices. MIO is one of the most prolific manufacturers of dash cams, and most of them are excellent. We received in testing one of their more discreet dash cams called the MiVue J60. It is a camera that hides from sight in the back
review ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 review: Over the top, in every way!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 review: Over the top, in every way!

If you search the news about the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 wireless router, you see journalists and bloggers saying things like: "world's first tri-band 802.11ax router," "ASUS wants to supercharge your home network with this ultra-fast router," or "we wouldn't want to encounter one of these in a dark alley." When you see its picture, it is clear that you are dealing with a
review ASUS TUF Gaming K5 review: Affordable keyboard with RGB illumination

ASUS TUF Gaming K5 review: Affordable keyboard with RGB illumination

The ASUS TUF family of gaming peripherals includes a keyboard called K5, which we tested for about ten days of daily use. The ASUS TUF Gaming K5 keyboard features RGB illumination with AURA Sync compatibility and Mech-Brane key switches that are said to offer excellent tactile feedback, similar to mechanical switches, although they are using domes. It also has media buttons, a wrist pad,