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Keeping a pool clean is one of those chores that sounds simple. It looks simple, what with a net on a pole and someone spending just a few moments before hopping in. That's all there is to it, right? Not exactly. If you live in Ohio, when spring gives way...

Pool ownership has a funny way of turning weekends into maintenance schedules. One windy Ohio afternoon in mid-May can leave the water looking like a salad bowl filled with leaves, pollen, bugs, and whatever else the yard decided to donate overnight. Traditional robotic cleaners help, but most still focus almost...

Motorola has spent the last several years refining the flip-style Razr into one of the more personality-driven smartphones on the market. While much of the Android space has leaned into flat edges, muted colors, and increasingly clinical hardware design, Motorola continued experimenting with textured finishes, bold Pantone partnerships, and phones...

The Xiaomi 17 arrives at an interesting moment for Android flagships. Samsung's Galaxy S26 often leads the conversation in the US, Google's Pixel 10 continues to push AI-forward experiences, and OnePlus has carved out a loyal (if not forever) following in the performance-per-dollar space. Into this field steps Xiaomi's base...

Many times in the tech industry things get overthought. Companies love to overcomplicate things in their portfolio for what seems like no reason. When COROS reached out to review its new Heart Rate Monitor, I was shocked at how simple the spec sheet seemed.  Did this new COROS HR Monitor...

The Sihoo C300 Pro V2 represents a meaningful step forward in mid-range ergonomic seating. Launched in April 2026 as the successor to the well-regarded C300 Pro, this updated model introduces two marquee systems: DynaCore for synchronized full-body support and SyncroFlex for personalized backrest adaptation. Priced at $429.99 during the current...

The home office has become permanent for a lot of people, and the gear market has caught up. There's no shortage of standing desks, docking stations, and monitor arms out there — but finding the products that are actually worth the money takes some legwork. We've done that legwork. The...

The GoveeLife Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro is a remarkable advancement in countertop ice production technology. Priced at $499, this appliance seamlessly merges rapid ice-making efficiency with smart home connectivity, providing you with high-quality nugget ice right in your kitchen. Performance That Delivers The standout feature of this ice maker...

CES 2026 once again delivered a flood of announcements, prototypes, and polished consumer products. Starting right around the beginning of the year, and continuing through the end of the annual trade event, our inbox was overflowing with announcements, fighting for our attention. And that's before you hit the show flow...