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8 Best Water Leak Detectors (2025), Tested and Reviewed

8 Best Water Leak Detectors (2025), Tested and Reviewed

First Alert L1 Wi-Fi Water Leak and Freeze Detector Photograph: Simon Hill Other Leak Detectors We Like First Alert L1 Wi-Fi Water Leak and Freeze Detector for $62: This large flood sensor, branded First Alert, works with First Alert or Resideo apps and accessories. It sends push notifications and emails to alert you to any leak and sports a 100-decibel alarm that you can stop with the side button. The sensor was relatively slow to alert in all my tests, and the push notifications only came through when my phone was connected to Wi-Fi. The 5-foot water sensing cable allows you to cover a much larger area, and I found it alerted faster. The detector connects directly to Wi-Fi, so you need a decent signal. This sensor can also track temperature and humidity, but not very accurately (it consistently overestimated temperature and underestimated humidity). The two AA batteries provided are supposed to last up to two years. SwitchBot Water Leak Detector for $18: This rectangular detector triggered swift alerts in all my tests with a …

The Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Cases and Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

The Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Cases and Accessories (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Try These Magnetic Accessories Make sure to check out our many MagSafe guides for compatible accessories, but I’ll also be adding more to this list since not all MagSafe accessories will work with the Galaxy S25’s unique camera placement. If it’s a simple, circular accessory, it will likely be OK, but larger square or rectangular magnetic accessories like MagSafe wallets will not fit well. Photograph: Julian Chokkattu ESR HaloLock Qi2 Mini Wireless Charger for $23: We have several great Qi2 magnetic chargers in our Best Wireless Chargers guide but in the interest of ensuring optimal compatibility since the Galaxy S25 camera module may interfere with some magnetic accessories, I can say for certain that this mini Qi2 charger works perfectly. It didn’t get too hot, and I like the extra protection added to the area where the cable meets the charging puck. The 5-foot cable is braided. ESR MagSafe AirPlane Phone Holder for $16: This fun little gadget is a phone stand that can clamp onto various surfaces. It folds up and doesn’t take much …

14 Best Tablets (2025), Tested and Reviewed

14 Best Tablets (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Other Tablets to Consider OnePlus Pad Photograph: OnePlus We test tons of tablets every year. Here are a few others we like, just not as much as our picks above. OnePlus Pad for $399: The OnePlus Pad has a successor, but OnePlus says it will continue to sell the OnePlus Pad until stock runs out. It’s great value at the frequently discounted price of $300 (8/10, WIRED Recommends). Multitasking is notably efficient, aided by the company’s accessories: a Magnetic Keyboard case and a stylus. It was the first time I felt comfortable working for long stretches on an Android tablet. The 11.61-inch LCD 144-Hz display is sharp, fluid, and colorful, the battery can last nearly a full workday, and performance is smooth. It’s a shame there’s no microSD slot, headphone jack, or biometric authentication. Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus for $480: The Galaxy Tab S9 FE is the “Fan Edition” version of the flagship Tab S9 series, meaning it makes some sacrifices for a more palatable price. It comes in a Plus and standard …

6 Best Dash Appliances (2025), Tested and Reviewed

6 Best Dash Appliances (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Dash makes compact kitchen appliances that are super easy to use, clean, and store. These span various categories, including waffle makers, toasters, ovens, blenders, air fryers, cookware, and mixers. While anyone can use them, I think they’re especially great for dorms and small apartments, small budgets, and anyone striking it out on their own for the first time. These gadgets are essentially foolproof and come with recipe books if you’re really stuck. Source link

5 Posture Corrector Picks for Support (2025), Tested and Reviewed

5 Posture Corrector Picks for Support (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Accessories to Try Photograph: Branch Branch Adjustable Laptop Stand for $65: If you work at a desk, a simple change is to set it up to be as ergonomic as possible. This laptop stand from Branch is our favorite. It’s easily adjustable in height and angle, and super sturdy. If you can also add a monitor with a separate keyboard and mouse, you can be even more comfortable sitting upright. If you have a bigger budget, consider a standing desk and a great desk chair—we’ve tested several in our Best Home Office Gear guide. Gaiam Yoga Strap for $10: If you already own a long yoga strap, you can easily make your own shoulder strap posture brace for temporary use—a yoga teacher recommended this to me for use during a class. Everyday Yoga also sells some affordable options, but all of them work basically the same. According to yoga teacher Kathryn Budig: Wrap the strap around your back, right around the base of your shoulder blade or bra line, and pull the excess out evenly …

The Best Tested Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers (2025)

The Best Tested Apple 3-in-1 Wireless Chargers (2025)

If you have an iPhone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch, congrats! You have the holy trinity of Apple products. But keeping all these gadgets powered up can be annoying, since they all have individual cables and proprietary charging solutions. Why deal with all that hassle when a single 3-in-1 Apple charging station can accommodate everything? Our Best Wireless Chargers guide has a few recommendations, but many more great docking systems exist for Apple devices. After years of testing, these are our favorites. Be sure to read our other Apple guides, including the Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers, Best MagSafe Accessories, Best iPhone 16 Cases, Best iPhone, Best Apple Watch, and Best AirPods. Updated January 2025: We added chargers by OneAdaptr, some new honorable mentions and chargers to avoid, removed a couple of discontinued models, and updated prices. Power up with unlimited access to WIRED. Get best-in-class reporting that’s too important to ignore for just $2.50 $1 per month for 1 year. Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content. Subscribe Today. A Quick Primer on MagSafe …

Samsung HW-Q990D Review: Atmos Tested, Gamer Approved

Samsung HW-Q990D Review: Atmos Tested, Gamer Approved

Most of the other features and settings are accessible with the bar’s remote and onboard display, but it’s usually easier to use the SmartThings app. The basic layout lets you choose the sound mode (I generally stick to Standard), adjust the EQ, engage enhancements like Active Voice Amplifier, and set channel levels. I appreciate Samsung’s inclusion of channel levels for most of the bar’s gazillion audio channels, but getting the levels locked in was the most onerous part of my evaluation. I had the surround speakers directly behind my couch due to space constrictions, which meant I had to turn them all the way down and even raise the other channels to balance things. This task was much easier with Sonos’ Era 300 speakers (9/10, WIRED Recommends) connected to the Arc Ultra, because Sonos TruePlay calibration adjusts the sound to your room (though stand-alone Wi-Fi speakers can have their own quirks). Auto calibration is something I’d expect in any system that costs nearly $2,000, yet each year Samsung fails to add it. The company’s Space …

The best robot vacuums for pet hair of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

The best robot vacuums for pet hair of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

It’s high time to ditch the traditional upright vacuum, even if you have dogs, cats, or both. As a robot vacuum reviewer, pet hair is one of my pet peeves, so evaluating how a robot vacuum performs against it is one of the main characteristics I look for when testing these robots. With a very hairy dog and three young kids, the only thing that keeps my floors clean without manually vacuuming daily is a great robot vacuum that tackles the task for me. Also: The best robot vacuum mops you can buy When shopping for the best robot vacuum options to control the pet hair on your floors, there are quite a few features to consider. Look for robot vacuums with strong suction to pick up each strand of hair, obstacle avoidance to avoid larger items your pet may leave behind, ability to avoid hair tangles, capable navigation features you can trust, and any extra features important to you. Budget and floor types are also key factors when shopping for any robot vacuum.  What is …

The best whisky: 10 tried and tested tipples, from scotch and single malt to blended and bourbon | Whisky

The best whisky: 10 tried and tested tipples, from scotch and single malt to blended and bourbon | Whisky

Whether you’re stocking the bar trolley or hunting for a gift for a hard-to-buy-for relative, you’ll likely be one of the many picking up a bottle or two of whisky this Christmas. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. After carefully testing every whisky on this list – and many more – we are full of festive spirit and ready to step in to Christmas. Some whiskies were stirred into manhattans, others were enjoyed as a highball, and all were tasted straight up; all in the name of fairness, you understand. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favourite bottles this December, from fine single malts to planet-friendly tipples and something for the more adventurous whisky drinker. Spicy rye, in-your-face smoke or elegantly English, there’s a dram for everyone. Slainte! The best whisky for Christmas 2024 Best aged single malt Glenmorangie 18-year-old the Infinita, 70cl£124 at Master Of Malt£116.89 at Amazon It’s easy to spend silly money on aged single malts, but this (almost) …

The best security keys of 2024: Expert tested

The best security keys of 2024: Expert tested

Since data breaches are now a daily problem, traditional username and password combinations are nowhere near enough to protect online accounts. Many online service providers now enforce alternative ways to secure accounts. Two-factor and multi-factor authentication (2FA/MFA) methods have become widely adopted alongside passwordless authentication methods in the enterprise. Another option is to verify yourself using a physical security key.  Even if a cybercriminal has obtained your username and password or compromised your mobile device, they won’t be able to access your data without the key. Security keys are affordable and user-friendly, prevent phishing attacks, and are significantly more secure than SMS-based two-factor authentication.  Also: The best home security systems, from DIY to pro installation What is the best security key right now? ZDNET’s favorite security key is the Yubico YubiKey 5 NFC. It offers excellent security and convenience, making it a worthwhile investment for anyone looking to safeguard their online accounts. This key is compatible with a vast array of protocols and can be configured to provide easy authentication on mobile. ZDNET has tested many …