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- Mercy review: Chris Pratt’s new AI sci-fi thriller is so haphazard, you’ll wonder if ChatGPT could do a better job of writing itby jasmine.valentine@futurenet.com (Jasmine Valentine) on January 21, 2026 at 5:00 pm
AI is taking over the world, but what if it swallowed the entire legal system too? Chris Pratt finds out in Mercy, but watching this film is more punishment than any generated court could dole out.
- This HP 2-in-1 laptop I tested might not be a powerhouse, but it’s well made and capable enough for everyday tasksby lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) on January 21, 2026 at 4:51 pm
The HP Pavilion x360 14 is a compact convertible laptop with a respectable spec β but how well does it hold up?
- The Beauty review: amazingly, Allβs Fair is no longer the worst Ryan Murphy FX show of all time β and at least it knew it was dreadfulby jasmine.valentine@futurenet.com (Jasmine Valentine) on January 21, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Where do I even start with reviewing The Beauty? It’s the bargain bin version we knew we didn’t need, with absolutely nothing original to say.
- My favorite open earbuds brand just released a new Clip model β but sadly, they’re a let-downby tom.bedford@hotmail.co.uk (Tom Bedford) on January 21, 2026 at 3:00 pm
The Huawei FreeClip 2 are let down by design and sound woes, with some feature issues too. It’s a shame because there are some strengths.
- I tested the HP Pavilion 16 and it feels more premium than its price suggests β but donβt expect a powerhouse performerby lewis.maddison@futurenet.com (Lewis Maddison) on January 21, 2026 at 2:42 pm
The HP Pavilion 16 is impressively thin for a large laptop β but does it offer anything more besides?
- Polar Loop review: The screen-free fitness tracker is good on heart rate, but a software let-downon January 21, 2026 at 2:16 pm
We tested the Polar Loop, the subscription-free Whoop alternative.
- The Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Switch 2 version is better than I expected β it isnβt flawless, but the game is still absolutely brilliantby hamish.hector@futurenet.com (Hamish Hector) on January 21, 2026 at 12:20 pm
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is incredible, and while the Nintendo Switch 2 version is a step down, I still love it.
- New Prime Video thriller Steal is a heart-stopping high-stakes cash heist β but stick with the sloppy middle to get a gratifying payoffby jasmine.valentine@futurenet.com (Jasmine Valentine) on January 20, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Iβve never wanted to work in finance less after watching new Prime Video thriller Steal β but after this traumatic binge, I can probably add trade processing to my CV.
- I tested the Nutribullet Flex portable blender: a lightweight, convenient companion for smoothies on the goon January 20, 2026 at 1:06 pm
A compact blender that delivers silky, tasty smoothies and blended drinks at an affordable price
- I tested Blinkβs new Mini 2K+ camera, and was stunned by its high-resolution picture quality and ultra-compact designon January 20, 2026 at 11:50 am
Boasting 2K video resolution, the tiny Blink Mini 2K+ also offers improved night vision over its predecessor thanks to the inclusion of a strong spotlight.
- The Seagate FireCuda 530R is an okay PS5 SSD, but itβs another victim of the ongoing RAM shortageby dash.wood@futurenet.com (Dashiell Wood) on January 19, 2026 at 11:30 pm
The Seagate FireCuda 530R with heatsink would be an okay option for PS5 owners if it was available at a reasonable price.
- Polar Grit X2 review: the Grit X2 Pro in a smaller, cheaper packageon January 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm
A feature-packed fitness watch let down by limited smartwatch functionality and a clunky companion app.
- MIO: Memories in Orbit is a pleasant stroll after the brutal ultramarathon of Hollow Knight: Silksong β and Iβm here for itby james.pickard@futurenet.com (James Pickard) on January 19, 2026 at 4:16 pm
Offering a mysterious and gorgeous world to explore, smooth and creative platforming challenges, and competent if rudimentary combat, MIO: Memories in Orbit is a stellar Metroidvania that fans of the genre need to play.
- Lavazza’s A Modo Mio DesΓ©a makes delicious espresso and a decent cappuccino β if you use the right milkon January 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm
This little capsule coffee maker is whisper-quiet and compact enough to find a home in even the smallest kitchen, but its milk system holds it back.
- The Eureka Ergonomic GTG Wave gaming desk looks fancy, and feels great for PC gaming β but you’ll probably want a desk matby christian.guyton@futurenet.com (Christian Guyton) on January 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Eureka Ergonomic’s GTG Wave desk is as premium-feeling as it is stylish, even if the glass top means you’ll need to be a little careful with it.
- I tested the Enlaps Tikee 4, and itβs the best timelapse camera Iβve ever used for several reasonson January 18, 2026 at 9:00 am
The Enlaps Tikee 4 timelapse camera is the best option for long-form timelapse capture thanks to its features and great image quality.
- I tested the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 and loved its bright, paperlike display and smart productivity features β but this tablet hero is undone by a single tragic flawby josh.russell@futurenet.com (Josh Russell) on January 18, 2026 at 1:00 am
Huaweiβs slate aced most of the tests I threw at it β but there’s one shortcoming that makes it miss the mark for me.
- This retro-style Bluetooth speaker is trying to outdo Marshall at its own game, but is it up to the task?by harry.padoan@futurenet.com (Harry Padoan) on January 17, 2026 at 11:00 pm
The Edifier ES60 is a decent retro-style speaker, but its audio performance and underwhelming battery life hold it back from brilliance.
- No, Skyrimβs Switch 2 port isnβt that bad β but thereβs room for improvementon January 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Skyrimβs Switch 2 port is a decent way to enjoy the sprawling RPG, though itβs held back by some irksome issues.
- Want delicious, quality espresso with the convenience of pods? After two weeks of testing, I can say the Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg is the coffee maker for youon January 17, 2026 at 1:00 pm
This chic espresso machine isn’t the cheapest capsule coffee maker around, but it’s definitely one of the best.
- I tested the new Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED TV, and itβs good overall for the money but bested by budget mini-LED TV competitionby space2occupy@gmail.com (James Holland) on January 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm
The Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED (2025) has decent picture quality and Alexa+, but comes up short against its competition when it comes to performance and features.
- Wavlink WL-UTD58 review: this sleek Thunderbolt 5 dock upgraded my studio setup, but thereβs one thing missingon January 16, 2026 at 8:45 pm
The Wavlink WL-UTD58 is a premium Thunderbolt 5 docking station and an ideal solution for anyone working in the creative sector. The dock features a good selection of ultrafast Thunderbolt 5 ports, offering fast data delivery and 140W PD, making this a great choice for both laptop and desktop use.
- I tested the ProtoArc Flexer Pro – a comfortable office chair with lumbar support that’s going to be divisiveby collin.probst@futurenet.com (Collin Probst) on January 16, 2026 at 3:15 pm
A classic ergonomic office chair with a surprisingly comfortable price tag.
- I tried Fujifilm’s wacky new 3-in-1 Instax cinema hybrid β there’s no other retro camera like iton January 16, 2026 at 1:02 pm
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema is an instant camera / super-8-style video camera mash up, with over 100 looks inspired from the last 100 years of image making. It really is something
- I tested the Bosgame BeyondMax M6 – and this mini PC proved you can have high performance without breaking the bankon January 16, 2026 at 7:10 am
Ryzen AI system for under $900





























