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I spent a week testing the RedMagic 11S Pro, and its phenomenal power can't make up for a lack of upgrades elsewhere

…It seems niche gaming phone manufacturers are no more immune to global component pricing pressures than Samsung or Xiaomi. Value score: 4 / 5 RedMagic 11S Pro review: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally…

May 27, 2026 · Jon Mundy

I tried out the Oukitel WP500 Ultra — a flagship rugged phone with a unique thermal camera, but an inflated price

…The only thing stopping this from being one of the best rugged phones we’ve tested this year is the price. Outkitel WP500 Ultra: price and availability How much does it cost…

Jun 19, 2026 · Mark Pickavance

I tested Ugreen's Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock — and let me tell you, this docking station has more ports and features than you'll know what to do with

…I can't say how long those prices will hold, though, so they may return to the full price. As with many products from Chinese brands, the gap between stated RRP and…

Jun 19, 2026 · Mark Pickavance

I spent a month with Motorola's latest cheap phone, and it might be even better than the iPhone 17e

…A few rough edges reveal this as a budget handset, but it still outstrips similarly priced rivals. Pros + Fantastic-looking screen + Premium design + Giant, long-lasting battery Cons - Bluetooth woes - Some software…

May 31, 2026 · Tom Bedford

'Celebrating this partial restoration is not right' — Iran emerges from 88-day internet shutdown, but what happens next?

…The pressure needs to focus on the fact that this should never have happened in the first place, to the point where we are now marking a restoration. And we need to…

Jun 11, 2026 · Chiara Castro

The KitchenAid KF4 brews delicious espresso and steams milk to perfection, but its iced drinks didn't live up to my expectations

…only) Bars of pressure 15 Noise level 72dB grinding, 60dB brewing User profiles 4 KitchenAid KF4: price and availability Launched April 2026 Available in US and UK List price $1,299.99…

Jun 13, 2026 · Cat Ellis

I tested the 8849 Tank Pad Ultra and it has possibly the best projector on a rugged tablet — but the price is what really caught my eye

…IP68 and IP69K certification allows for both submersion and high-pressure water jets. That is the expected baseline for a device at this price and positioning. A 4-metre laser rangefinder and…

Jun 7, 2026 · Mark Pickavance

I tested the Samsung Galaxy Book6 Enterprise Edition: A beautifully engineered business laptop but at this price, I expected better ports than USB 3.2 Gen 2

…nothing away about the modest price. The build feels solid, if anything its overly well-constructed. There is a little flex in the keyboard deck under pressure, but the lid is firm…

Jun 6, 2026 · Mark Pickavance

I tested the Shokz OpenDots 2 for two weeks, and the sound is incredible — especially considering they're open-ear buds

…The OpenDots 2 pack IP55 waterproofing, meaning they can withstand sweat, rain and dust but are unlikely to survive prolonged submersion or high-pressure washing. The case isn't waterproof either, so…

Jun 8, 2026 · Matt Evans

‘One of the least user-friendly experiences I’ve had with a phone’ — despite its impressive display and admirable camera quality, Xiaomi’s new Redmi phone is loaded with bloatware and annoying ads

…A 200MP main camera, a huge 6,580mAh battery, a 6.83-inch AMOLED display, and a lightweight feel all sound great — especially when you consider the device’s modest starting price…

May 21, 2026 · Harry Padoan

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