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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl review: a bone-chilling, realistic-feeling survival horror experience

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What if you were alone in a giant open world littered with bandits and mutants, with few resources to get you where you need to go? That question is at the heart of Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl , one of the most haunting survival horror games I have ever played and unlike anything else in the genre. Review info Platform reviewed: Xbox Series X Available on: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC Release date: November 20, 2024 The game’s chilling sound design, incredible storytelling, and demanding combat come together to deliver on that central premise. It effortlessly entrusts you to find your way own way through its technically impressive recreation of Chornobyl. That trust is woven into every aspect of the experience offering a radioactive sandbox full of dangers, rewards, and opportunities for you to discover and make the most of. In that sense, Stalker 2 is the purest form of a survival horror experience there is, because at all times it is unpredictable, deadly, and te
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Engwe P20 review: A cheaper Brompton alternative

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Engwe P20: One minute review The P20 is Engwe’s most refined model so far. The company’s bikes are known for their large and brutalistic design style, so making a compact e-bike like this might seem like a deviation from its core values. In reality, this e-bike still looks remarkably Engwe-esque. It’s chunky and robust where it needs to be while still featuring a surprisingly lightweight build for carrying around. Folding the e-bike can be done in as little as 10 to 15 seconds thanks to a couple of easy-to-use clips and the unique magnetic adapter system. The latter stops the e-bike from unfolding and is far better than the clip design of Brompton bikes. Unfortunately, it’s not quite as easy to maneuver as a typical Brompton, but it’s not far off. If you want a foldable e-bike with a little more power than a Brompton, then the P20 is a fantastic option. At £1,199, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anything of such quality, and with the same attention to detail, elsewhere. It’s too ear
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Dreame L40 Ultra robot vacuum review

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Dreame L40 Ultra: two-minute review With its blend of impressive suction power, rotating mop pads, expert navigation and obstacle avoidance, self-cleaning ability and smorgasbord of AI and software features, the Dreame L40 Ultra is a solid hybrid vac-and-mop system for those looking to simplify their home cleaning regime. In fact, it's one of the best robot vacuums I've tested. Equipped with advanced LiDAR navigation, the L40 Ultra efficiently and very quickly maps your rooms, cleans in precise patterns and is better than average when it comes to dodging obstacles. With its ample suction power (up to 11,000Pa – up there with the highest you'll find anywhere), the L40 Ultra handles dust, pet hair and small debris very efficiently, whether it's on hardwood, tile or low- to medium-pile carpet. It mops exceptionally well, too. Personally, I would always recommend opting for a robot model with a self-emptying cleaning system, especially if you have pets. Well the L40 Ul
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Xgimi Aura 2 review: a fantastic ultra short-throw projector with one major flaw

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Xgimi Aura 2: two-minute review The Xgimi Aura 2 is a premium ultra short-throw (UST) 4K projector to come from the Chinese brand and is an update to 2021’s Aura. Like its predecessor, the Aura 2 aims to be a complete one-box solution for big-screen home theater thrills and, as such, is capable of projecting an image up to 150 inches in size. Xgimi is touting its new Dual Light 2.0 technology – which combines laser and LED light sources – in the Aura 2 to deliver bright, colorful, contrast-rich images. On paper at least, there is a marked improvement compared to its predecessor – the Aura 2 is capable of reaching 2,300 ISO lumens of brightness compared to the Aura’s 1,800. Indeed, in practice, the Aura 2 is certainly bright enough for general viewing during the day, with a good level of depth and detail, serving up a wonderful cinematic image. Naturally, when viewed in a darker room, the quality of the projected image improves and HDR content performs particularly well. The Xgimi A
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Ublives' SoleFlux Relax massage boots have convinced me of the benefits of leg compression

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Ublives SoleFlux Relax: Two-minute review (Image credit: Future) I went into my first leg compression experience with Ublives somewhat skeptical of the benefits, and early on in my testing, I wasn’t blown away. Sure, getting a robotic leg massage was kind of cool, and enjoyable, but I didn’t feel like I’d found the vital missing link in my recovery chain. That was until I played my first game of soccer in seven years. After just an hour spent out of breath, fighting for my life on a cold Scottish winter night, I’ve become convinced that leg compression of any kind can provide a massive boost to recovery and performance, and the Ublives SoleFlux Relax are a great starting point for anyone looking to get involved. Following my first serious aerobic exercise in years, I’ve been mainlining Ublives’ boots multiple times a day, and the only residual soreness I had in my legs was in the places they don’t reach, leaving me thoroughly impressed with their usefulness. The SoleFlux Re
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