https://www.howtogeek.com We explain technology. Learn more with our articles, reviews, tips, and the best answers to your most pressing tech questions. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT en-US hourly 60 The trend in robot vacuums has been to add more features, rather than lower the prices. But what if you don’t want the highest-end dirt sucker and mop? The iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ isn’t a low-end option, but it may be able to satisfy your basic cleaning needs without breaking the bank.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/irobot-roomba-combo-j5-review/ Now that massive TVs are relatively affordable, the draw of a projector is to create an even bigger image with a much smaller footprint. The Nomvdic P1000 4K UHD Home Projector does just that with up to a 180-inch 4K display in a compact and portable package. Best of all, it has a high enough brightness level to be used almost any time of the day.

]]> Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/nomvdic-p1000-4k-uhd-home-projector-review/ I’ve lost count of how many Govee products I have in my house, but I do remember my first experience with each. The TV Backlight 3 Lite, like the AI Gaming Sync Box Kit and the Envisual TV Backlight T2, may have its quirks but its value reminds me why I’ve primarily stuck with the Govee ecosystem and remain enthusiastic about its product line.

]]> Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/govee-tv-backlight-3-lite-review/ Apple HomeKit is great for managing smart products, but if you’re looking to use it for whole-home audio, bringing in legacy audio receivers and stereo systems can be tricky. The Eve Play is an AirPlay 2-enabled device with the sole purpose of adding HomeKit intelligence to your older audio devices.

]]> Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/eve-play-review/ The Plugable USB-C Dual HDMI Docking Station packs 8-in-1 functionality, delivering dual 4K60 HDMI outputs and 65W of charging to your laptop-powered setup. While it’s lacking some ports we would have liked to have seen, this docking station is pretty robust for the price. While you won’t find an SD slot on this dock, you will find three USB-A ports, a secondary USB-C port, and gigabit ethernet. However, if you have a MacBook, then this dock likely isn’t for you as Plugable only recommends it for Windows and ChromeOS computers.

]]> Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/plugable-usb-c-dual-hdmi-docking-station-review/ Anyone who knows they have a lot of smart home products and thinks another smart home product is the solution to their chaos is a perfect candidate for Brilliant’s Smart Home Control—a touchscreen controller that comes in varying sizes. For people in that predicament, but aren’t confident in their electrical skills, Brilliant’s new Plug-In Panel is the optimal solution.

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:21 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/brilliant-plug-in-panel-review/ Have you ever purchased something so close to being definitively perfect that you couldn’t fathom having to replace it until necessary? While it may not be perfect, as no product ever really is, the Secretlab MAGNUS Pro standing desk for gamers teeters on the edge of impeccability, suffering in so few ways that I can’t imagine ever replacing it with something better.

]]> Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:00:21 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/secretlab-magnus-pro-desk-review/ If you’re looking for a wall charger to replace the one that came with your laptop, or you want to be able to charge multiple devices at once, the Ugreen Nexode Pro 160W 4-Port GaN Wall Charger is one I'd recommend. It’s a bit on the pricey side, but its powerful performance is hard to beat!

]]> Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:00:20 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/ugreen-nexode-pro-160w-4-port-gan-wall-charger-review/ If you're a working professional or a content creator searching for a laptop, look no further than the Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 (AMD). Its AMD Ryzen Pro 7040 processor and 64GB RAM pack a tremendous punch, while the gorgeous OLED screen and excellent speakers will keep you entertained during streaming and casual gaming.

]]> Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:00:20 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/lenovo-thinkpad-z16-gen-2-amd-review/ There’s a misconception that just because a Bluetooth speaker is small, it’s not worthwhile for serious music listening. Of course, this isn’t true in the slightest, and the Anker Soundcore Motion 300 Bluetooth speaker is setting out to prove this isn't true while doing so on a budget.

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