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It used to be that my entire digital existence could live comfortably on just a few Zip disks (can you believe Iomega actually still makes those?), but with more and more aspects of life being managed on or otherwise facilitated by the PC and Web, a couple of 100MB bricks are no longer sufficient. And it’s not just a few work files I stand to lose if things go bad—I’ve cataloged at least a decade of work, personal projects, photos, bookmarks and professional contacts, not to mention my music collection....

My spouse Doug and I brewed the Marathon Mild just before Doug ran his debut marathon last November. Coincidentally, it was our 26th batch of beer (a marathon is 26.2 miles), and as Doug slogged through the streets of New York City, it sat in our bedroom closet, happily fermenting away. It was something of a pity that the Marathon Mild wasn’t ready to drink right after the marathon, but Doug made do drinking beers from earlier batches (if I recall correctly, a juniper pale ale, a black saison and a dry-hopped regular saison) while he iced his knees....

What’s more is that now is a great time to buy an air mattress, since they’ve evolved quite a bit in recent years, and the best ones are sturdier and more versatile than models made even just a few years ago. Many have built-in pumps, and a few are great for taking on camping trips. Some of the best air mattresses tuck easily into your closet or even an emergency bag in case you need them in a pinch....

Best 2-in-1: Lenovo Yoga 7iBest under $500: Acer Aspire 5Best for gaming: MSI GL65Best for college: Acer Swift 3Best for music and video production: Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 How we selected the best cheap laptops First, in order to qualify as “cheap,” laptops must cost less than $999. After narrowing down the available models based on price, we compiled testimonials from our staff and associates, their friends, and family, and combed through dozens of different review sites to cosign these first-hand impressions and assure we can confidently call a consensus on the best cheap laptops available....

Best Overall: Eureka NEU182B PowerSpeed Bagless VacuumBest Stick Vacuum: BISSELL Featherweight Stick Lightweight Bagless VacuumBest Robot Vacuum: Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11SBest Cordless Vacuum: Hoover ONEPWR Evolve Cordless Small VacuumBest Handheld Vacuum: Black + Decker dustbuster AdvancedClean Corless Handlheld Vacuum (CHV1410L) How we selected the best cheap vacuums To select the products on this list of the five best cheap vacuums, we surveyed the range of options on the market, including dozens of popular and lesser-known brands and models....

A DAC is a digital-to-analog converter. Its sole responsibility is to convert the 1s and 0s output by your computer (or smartdevice) into a signal that can be played by your headphones. Even though that sounds like a cut-and-dry task, how DACs accomplish this varies, as do the prices, form factors, and features they offer. The best DACs can enhance your listening experience and we’ve collected the top choices right here to get you listening fast....

Best overall: Withings ScanWatchBest for iPhone: Skagen Jorn Hybrid HRBest with heart rate monitor: Garmin Vivomove HRBest for smaller wrists: Fossil Women’s Monroe Hybrid Smartwatch HR (38mm)Best waterproof: Withings Steel HRBest budget: Fossil Men’s Collider Hybrid HR How we picked the best hybrid smartwatches I’ve been writing about tech for nearly a decade for publications such as PC Gamer and Input, among others, so I know how to discern between the next big thing and the next big bust....

With such a large catalog of great titles available through Nintendo’s eShop, it can be intimidating to find the perfect game for you, your friends, or your kids. To save some scrolling time, our list of the best indie Switch games highlights some stellar options for all types of players to try and expand their horizons. Best for most people: HadesBest platforming game: CelesteBest RPG: Stardew ValleyBest adventure game: Hollow KnightBest multiplayer game: Overcooked!...

Today, while the goal of an excellent lunch box is still the same as in years past—namely to keep work and school lunches safe, protected, and cool or warm, depending on the food—the design of the lunch box is dramatically different. In fact, most aren’t metal anymore. Instead, you can find many that have a soft, fabric, plastic or nylon exteriors, which make these lunch boxes easier to place in backpacks, briefcases and travel bags....

The best solar panels are typically made with monocrystalline silicon wafers. Their high efficiency and power output make them ideal for powering a home. However, polycrystalline and thin film solar panels are also effective choices that are more affordable. To get a better understanding of the various products available, take a look at this list of top products, then keep reading for detailed information on solar panel types, size, weight, and device integration to help you find the best solar panels for long-lasting renewable energy....

Best overall: Roku Streambar ProBest compact: Vizio M21d-H8rBest all-in-one: TCL Alto 8iBest with subwoofer: Samsung HW-A450Best budget: Roku Streambar How we selected the best soundbars under $200 When recommending affordable technology, it’s important for us to focus on whether or not the product shines when it comes to basic functions rather than on special features or fancy design. Is that budget-friendly portable Bluetooth speaker actually waterproof? Does that cheap gaming monitor have a reasonable refresh rate?...

So whether you like old-fashioned thermal underwear or are looking for something an Avenger might wear under their super-armor, you’ll find plenty of options. Here are some of the top. Most comfortable: Thermajohn Ultra Thermal Underwear The 92 percent soft polyester construction will certainly keep you toasty, but it’s the remaining 8 percent that makes the difference here. Thermajohns use that extra percentage for spandex, which gives their underwear that extra bit of stretch that keeps you from feeling like a sausage casing....

Best tool combo kit for intermediate builders: DEWALT 20V Max Cordless Drill Combo KitBest tool combo kit for experienced craftspeople: Makita XT269T 18V Cordless Combo KitBest tool combo kit for homeowners: CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Drill Combo KitBest combo tool set for first-timers: DEKOPRO 168-Piece Mixed-Tool Set Factors to consider when shopping for the best combo tool kit Ready to load up on the best tools and utensils? With so many tool kits on the market, it’s important to do a little homework first and find the assortment that fits your needs....

Best overall: G GENEINNO S1-Pro Underwater Sea ScooterBest for maximum depth: sublue WhiteShark Mix Underwater ScooterBest battery life: Yamaha RDS250 Seascooter with Camera MountBest budget: Yamaha Seascooter Yamaha Recreational Series Best underwater scooters: Reviews and Recommendations Best overall: G GENEINNO S1-Pro Underwater Sea Scooter You get what you pay for with this top-of-the-line aqua scooter: quiet operation (less than 60dB), dual thrusters (up to 26.5 pounds), a camera mount, and a carry bag....

Best overall: Wolf Heritage DoubleBest affordable: Versa Automatic Single Watch WinderBest box: Wolf Roadster TripleBest affordable battery-powered: JQueen Double Watch WinderBest for large collections: Aevitas Watch WinderBest budget: Triple Tree Watch Winder How we chose the best watch winders This is a relatively specialized market segment with tons of options ranging across a wide pricing spectrum. We started our search with trusted reliable brands that watch collectors generally trust. Since watch collections can vary from a single model to multiple options, we chose options that can accommodate various numbers of timepieces....

Wheelbarrows are essential garden tools of the house and workplace for all you green-thumbed gardeners and DIY repairers. You’ll be able to lug around heavy loads with incredible ease by using the best wheelbarrow. Building a house extension and need to transport bricks? Your wheelbarrow will be the tool you look for first. Check out our shopping guide so you’re prepared the next time you find yourself in need of a wheeled trolley....

Best wine bucket: Oggi Insulated Ice BucketBest wine sleeve: Vinglacé Original Wine ChillerBest thermoelectric wine cooler: TOOCA 28 Wine Mini RefrigeratorBest dual-zone wine cooler: NewAir Compressor Wine RefrigeratorBest wine chiller on a budget: Oggi Wine Cooler, Stainless Steel What to consider when shopping for the best wine cooler Every imbiber is different. Perhaps you’re an oenophile with an extensive collection but no cellar space, so you’re in the market for a dual-temp fridge for your reds and whites....

BEST WIRELESS HEADPHONES FOR BATTERY LIFE: Bowers & Wilkins PX7BEST SOUNDING WIRELESS HEADPHONES: Sennheiser Momentum 3BEST NOISE-CANCELING WIRELESS HEADPHONES: Sony WH-1000XM4BEST LIGHTWEIGHT WIRELESS HEADPHONES: Bose QuietComfort EarbudsBEST LONG-RANGE WIRELESS HEADPHONES: Plantronics Backbeat ProBEST BUDGET WIRELESS HEADPHONES: Anker Soundcore Life P2 Things to consider when buying wireless headphones As you begin your journey towards wireless listening, there are a few things you should keep in mind when scouring the virtual shelves. The best wireless headphones pride themselves on long-lasting battery life, noise-canceling capabilities, audio quality, portability/weight, and connectivity/range....

(In addition to the PRO X headphones, the company also released a pair of content creator/project studio-focused microphones: the M90 PRO X, a large-diaphragm condenser we enjoyed putting through its paces, and the M70 PRO X, a dynamic we found equally recommendable.) What are the Beyerdynamic PRO X headphones? The closed-back DT 700 PRO X and open-back DT 900 PRO X, both wired over-ear headphones, are not meant to replace the existing circumaural PRO models but rather to provide additional choices with different capabilities....

The DJI Inspire Pro model retails for $4500, and comes baseline with a 4K camera on a 3-axis stabilized gimbal. It’s a pretty good tool for filming. It’s maybe a less good tool for filming a concert live though, as Enrique Iglesias discovered when he grabbed onto a quadcopter at his show and was left with a bloodied hand. From the photos of the filming (there are 88 of them) it appears the singer kept a cool distance from her hovering minions....