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The best DNA testing kit

[ad_1] Why you should trust us I’ve written for Wirecutter since 2013 and have reported stories for The New York Times (now the parent company of Wirecutter), the PBS NewsHour, Politico, and The Atlantic. In researching this guide I spoke with experts in the fields of genetics, anthropology, and medical ethics from the National Institutes […]

The best USB phone charger

[ad_1] Although every smartphone or tablet comes with a USB charger, it’s surprising how many of those stock chargers can’t juice up the device as fast as possible. For example, if you have an iPhone and a USB-C–to–Lightning cable, you can boost the battery up to three times faster than with the charger and cable […]

The best Christmas lights | Engadget

[ad_1] Why you should trust us It wasn’t easy to pick out these specific models from the seemingly infinite selection of Christmas lights in the world. But we reached our conclusions with the input of several people who live and breathe lights: Ben Orr, owner of Northern Seasonal Services, who has been professionally installing holiday […]

Cheap, great HDMI cables | Engadget

[ad_1] Why you should trust me In addition to being the editor at large here at Wirecutter, I write for CNET and Forbes. I’ve also written for Home Theater magazine and was the editor in chief of Home Entertainment magazine. I’ve been interviewed by a wide range of TV and radio stations, including NBC, NPR, […]

The best portable Bluetooth speaker

[ad_1] Why you should trust us I’ve reviewed audio gear professionally since 1990. I have written reviews for magazines and websites including Sound & Vision, Home Theater Review, LifeWire, and Home Theater. I’ve probably conducted more blind tests of audio products than any other journalist, and I’ve tested somewhere around 350 wireless speakers to date. […]

When to use a smart bulb, switch or plug

[ad_1] When to use a smart plug Photo: Michael Hession Smart plugs are best when you want to control a lamp. They’re small devices that fit into any outlet, and they’re the easiest way to convert a table lamp, floor lamp, or night-light into a smart light. They don’t need you to have a familiarity […]

The best 4K monitors | Engadget

[ad_1] Who should get this These days, good 27-inch 4K monitors don’t cost much more than non-4K monitors with similar features. If you’re viewing or editing 4K-resolution pictures or videos at native resolution, or even if you just want sharper text and images on your screen, a 4K monitor is worth the investment. “4K” is […]

The best probe thermometer | Engadget

[ad_1] Why you should trust us For this guide, we spoke to food professionals including barbecue and grilling expert Rick Browne, creator, host, and executive producer of PBS’s Barbecue America television series, as well as the author of more than 10 cookbooks; Janet Crandall, a private chef, formerly the executive chef and head butcher for […]

The best USB car charger

[ad_1] Why you should trust me I’ve reviewed car chargers for Wirecutter since 2014, monitoring every noteworthy new charger. Additionally, I’ve tested hundreds of other charging accessories, researching and writing our guides to USB wall chargers, USB-C laptop chargers, and USB-C accessories, among others. Previously, for three years I was the accessories editor at iLounge, […]

The best home air quality monitor

[ad_1] Why you should trust us Tim Heffernan has overseen Wirecutter’s air quality coverage since 2015, spanning five separate tests of air purifiers. In addition to directly testing air quality monitors, Tim reported this guide by interviewing representatives from five manufacturers to gain a better understanding of how the devices take their measurements and what […]