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Lenovo Yoga C930 review: Small changes make a big impact

sudshr47 December 15, 2018

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Lenovo Yoga C930
$1,399.99 (starting)
The Good

Stylus lives in an always-accessible slot • Latest Intel processors • Sleek design • Robust sound

The Bad

A little on the heavy side • Limited ports • No dedicated graphics card

The Bottom Line

The Lenovo Yoga C930 is a 2-in-1 laptop with better-than-expected sound and the power to perform basic tasks, streaming, and web browsing.

Mashable Score3.5
Cool Factor3.0
Learning Curve4.0
Performance4.0
Bang for the Buck3.0

Back in 2012, Lenovo’s IdeaPad Yoga 13 turned laptops upside-down. It introduced what the company called a “multi-mode” design that used a 360-degree hinge to connect the two pieces of a clamshell design. Read more…

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Beauty Dyson Dyson Supersonic Hair Care Reviews

Dyson Airwrap review: Fancy curls for an even fancier price

sudshr47 December 13, 2018

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Dyson Airwrap
$499.99 (starting)
The Good

Pretty • uniform curls • Protects your hair • Fast and easy to use • The straightening brush was a revelation

The Bad

Multiple times more expensive than everything else on the market • Price • The whole kit is huge • Did we mention the price?

The Bottom Line

If you frequently straighten, curl, or style your hair, the Dyson Airwrap’s quickness, versatility, and heat protection could be worth the obscene price. But if you’re only an occasional styler, save that hard-earned cash.

Mashable Score3.5
Cool Factor5.0
Learning Curve3.0
Performance4.0
Bang for the Buck2.0

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Amazon Android review Reviews Tablet

Amazon Fire HD 8 2018 review: Basic to the extreme, but hands-free Alexa is a nice bonus

sudshr47 December 12, 2018

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Amazon Fire HD 8
$79.99 (Starting)
The Good

Very affordable at $79.99 with special offers • Display is good enough for ‘consumption • ‘ with great color accuracy • Sound is surprisingly balanced • Front facing camera is good for video calls • Hands-free Alexa

The Bad

Processor is average but slow for heavy tasks and games • No access to the Google Play Store for apps • YouTube is not supported

The Bottom Line

At $80, the Fire HD 8 can be a cheap Echo Show replacement, or a basic Android tablet that works well for consuming media.

Mashable Score3.5
Cool Factor3.0
Learning Curve4.0
Performance3.0
Bang for the Buck4.0

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Emily Blunt Entertainment Lin Manuel Miranda Mary Poppins Returns Reviews

Practically imperfect? Critics are divided on ‘Mary Poppins Returns’

sudshr47 December 12, 2018

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Ranging from “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” to “meh,” critical reactions to Mary Poppins Returns are all over the place.

Some early audience members delighted in the revamped world of color, propriety, and nostalgia. While other critics, like Mashable’s Angie Han, say the sequel feels contrived, forced, and thoroughly unimaginative.

Starring Emily Blunt, Mary Poppins Returns takes viewers back to Cherry Tree Lane where Michael and Jane are all grown-up with children of their own. When Michael’s wife dies, Mary returns to the Banks’ home to set things right—with help from a newly imagined Bert-type, played by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Read more…

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Amber Heard Aquaman Dc Comics Jason Momoa Reviews

Mixed reviews reveal critics can’t quite agree on ‘Aquaman’

sudshr47 December 11, 2018

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“Like its hero, it’s the kind of film that surveys the strangeness in front of it, flashes a smile, and dives right in. And if it stays in the water a bit too long—well, I’d still come back for a sequel.”

Critics like Mashable’s Angie Han concede that Aquaman isn’t without its barnacles, but contend the flick is at least worth the price of admission. Others are denouncing the DC Comics’ tentpole as an irrefutable, outright flop. 

The Jason Momoa and Amber Heard-starring adventure tackles the origin story of the Justice League’s trident-wielding hero, taking viewers into the seven kingdoms of Atlantis and entrenching them in ocean-dwelling politics. Read more…

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Microsoft microsoft surface Reviews Surface Surface Studio

Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is a wondrous device for creatives who can afford it

sudshr47 December 10, 2018

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Microsoft Surface Studio 2
$3,499 (starting)
The Good

Gorgeous • expansive 28-inch screen • Beautiful • minimal design • All-in-one digital studio • with touchscreen

The Bad

Intimidatingly high price • Big change for Apple loyalists • Not a huge improvement from first gen

The Bottom Line

The Surface Studio 2 is a wondrous device that stakes a bold claim for Microsoft as a brand for artists and creatives, asking a high price in return.

Mashable Score4.0
Cool Factor5.0
Learning Curve3.0
Performance4.0
Bang for the Buck4.0

A digital artist’s workspace is an expression of their creative process. The positioning of screens, layout of canvases and programming of shortcut keys reflect the personality and routine of the individual user. It’s a very personal thing, and finding the right fit is important. Read more…

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Dog Camera Dogs Furbo review Reviews

Furbo Dog Camera review: The best way to keep an eye on your dog from work

sudshr47 December 8, 2018

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Furbo Dog Camera
$249.99
The Good

Easy to use • Made of durable plastic • Bamboo lid tightly secures treats • Launching treats is fun!

The Bad

Can’t pan or move the camera • Expensive for a dog accessory

The Bottom Line

Although $249 is a lot to spend on a dog toy, we think it’s fun and useful enough to justify. Everyone enjoys launching treats from this device.

Mashable Score4.5
Cool Factor5.0
Learning Curve5.0
Performance4.0
Bang for the Buck4.0

We’ve all been there before: You’re about to leave for work, and the family dog follows you to the door, watching through the window as you enter your car and leave. But what if you could keep a watchful eye on your dog the entire day — even from your office? Read more…

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Alexa Bose Reviews Smart Speaker Speaker

Bose’s Home Speaker 500 combines Alexa with great sound, for a price

sudshr47 December 7, 2018

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Bose Home Speaker 500
$399.95
The Good

Robust sound with strong bass • Sleek design gives it a premium feel • No distortion • even at high volumes • Alexa integration is good

The Bad

Painfully pricey • Display doesn’t do much • No way to share connected services across accounts

The Bottom Line

The Bose Home Speaker 500 is more expensive than other smart speakers like Apple HomePod or Google Home. But you get excellent sound in addition to smarts.

Mashable Score4.0
Cool Factor4.0
Learning Curve5.0
Performance4.0
Bang for the Buck3.0

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Entertainment Gaming Headphones Reviews Tech

Audeze Mobius review: PC gaming for serious audiophiles

sudshr47 December 6, 2018

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Audeze Mobius
$399.00
The Good

Immersive 7.1-channel soundstage • Top-quality audio in and out of games • Comfy fit • Solidly built • Slick design

The Bad

Surround sound only works via USB • On-headset controls are a bit much • 3D audio head tracking feels like a gimmick • Pricey for a gaming headset

The Bottom Line

The Audeze Mobius delivers an unbeatable listening experience for PC gaming, but you have to be wired in, and it doesn’t have full console support.

Mashable Score4.25
Cool Factor5.0
Learning Curve3.0
Performance5.0
Bang for the Buck4.0

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Facebook Gadgets Reviews Tech

Facebook built Portal for friends to connect, but it has more to offer businesses

sudshr47 December 5, 2018

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Facebook Portal and Portal+
$199 ($349 for Portal+)
The Good

Smart camera frees you up to move around • Great in the office

The Bad

App support is limited • Doesn’t work with Messenger.com • Facebook hasn’t done enough to address privacy concerns

The Bottom Line

Facebook’s Portal and Portal+ speakers are excellent for video calls, but they may actually be better suited to connecting businesses than friends.

Mashable Score3.0
Cool Factor2.0
Learning Curve4.0
Performance3.0
Bang for the Buck3.0

Are you ready for Facebook to have a physical, semi-permanent presence in your home? That’s the central question you’ll need to consider before you invest in the company’s new Portal or Portal+ speaker. Read more…

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Microsoft Pc Reviews Tablets Windows 10

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is the best laptop replacement — no ifs, ands, or buts

sudshr47 December 1, 2018

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Microsoft Surface Pro 6
$899 (starting)
The Good

Comes in matte black option! • Quad-core performance • Entry-level model doesn’t stink anymore

The Bad

No USB-C port(s)

The Bottom Line

Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is easily the best 2-in-1 computer of the year, with best-in-class performance at a great value.

Mashable Score4.5
Cool Factor4.0
Learning Curve5.0
Performance5.0
Bang for the Buck4.0

Microsoft had me at matte black.

After several generations, I can now definitively say Microsoft’s Surface Pro 6 is the best 2-in-1 laptop replacement available. Read more…

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4k Amazon Mashable Choice review Reviews

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review: The best streaming dongle, period

sudshr47 November 28, 2018

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
$49.99
The Good

Alexa remote supports Bluetooth and infrared (IR) control • Remote control has volume buttons for TV audio • Full 4K support including Dolby Vision • HDR • and HDR 10+

The Bad

A bit bulky for a streaming stick • No native YouTube application

The Bottom Line

Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K checks off almost every box that you’d want in a streaming dongle, plus you get its much-improved Alexa remote.

Mashable Score4.5
Cool Factor4.0
Learning Curve4.0
Performance5.0
Bang for the Buck5.0

Amazon’s Fire TV streaming devices have always had the same mission: Turn any TV into a smart one for cheap — and with Amazon services front and center. Read more…

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