Gift-giving is my love language. What better way to show someone how important they are to me than by surprising them with a present that perfectly suits them? Because I find it so fulfilling, I tend to buy gifts when inspiration hits and then hold on to them until it’s time to give. The current…
ROSIE: I’d like to volunteer and help you problem-solve the issue of your son’s wearing Axe deodorant body spray…you might think about a citric acid-based laundry odor rinse. Unsolicited advice. CHRISTINE: Bringing it in around! CHRISTINE: I’m Christine Cyr Clisset. CAIRA: I’m Caira Blackwell. ROSIE: I’m Rosie Guerin, and you’re listening to The Wirecutter Show….
Top pick Our top pick for most commuters, this decently priced helmet is comfortable and versatile, and it scores well in safety tests. But it comes in only two sizes (fewer than our other picks offer). The Met Downtown Mips is a lightweight and comfortable helmet that scores well in safety tests conducted by the…
We’ve tested 30 pairs of OTC hearing aids and considered many more. Below are the most recent models we tested and dismissed. You can read about previously dismissed competitors in this spreadsheet. Audien Atom Pro: Our panel had an extreme dislike for the volume dial, which required a screwdriver. Ceretone Fusion: This set has an…
Most people select outdoor furniture based primarily on aesthetics and the style of their home. But before you fall in love with the way a piece looks, consider how well it will wear over the course of many seasons (and how much you’re willing to maintain it). Some materials—like wood—require annual maintenance to keep them…
Photo: Connie Park Runner-up The Moto G Power has a fast LCD screen with a high refresh rate, good performance, and great speakers. It also has a two-day battery and supports wireless charging. But it’s much more expensive than the A15 5G, its screen isn’t as good, and it will only get one major software…
We’ve tested all the top USB-C laptop chargers, and our favorites are compact, safe, and fast-charging. Top pick This compact charger can power almost any USB-C laptop at top speed, and it works great for lower-powered devices, too. Despite its affordable price, it even includes a cable. Almost any laptop that charges over USB-C, including…
With warm weather and more outdoors time creeping up, it’s probably time to stock up on sunscreen—and chances are good that your repertoire could probably use a refresh (and yes, the years-old bottle of sunscreen in your cabinet is probably expired). But SPF aside, we have even more skin-care deals to consider. We just wrapped…
If you’re working from home and lucky enough to have space where you can work on your computer outdoors, sunlight and fresh air could do wonders for your energy levels and mood. An outdoor workspace—whether it’s on a balcony, on a porch, in a yard, or even perched on a fire escape—can provide the respite…
Crosley Milton and Crosley Tribute: These tiny radios have an aesthetically pleasing design and multiple input options. But both rely on a USB power cord that extends only 21 inches, with no power base included, and neither performed well during our reception testing. Additionally, the Milton’s Micro-USB charging port is positioned close enough to the…