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Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti review: nearly perfect, but with one major flaw

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Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti: Two-minute review The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti definitely had a high expectation bar to clear after the mixed reception of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 last month, especially from enthusiasts. And while there are things I fault the RTX 5070 Ti for, there's no doubt that it has taken the lead as the best graphics card most people can buy right now—assuming that scalpers don't get there first. The RTX 5070 Ti starts at $749 / £729 (about AU$1,050), making its MSRP a good bit cheaper than its predecessor was at launch, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti , as well as the buffed-up Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super. The fact that the RTX 5070 Ti beats both of those cards handily in terms of performance would normally be enough to get it high marks, but this card even ekes out a win over the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super , shooting it nearly to the top of the best Nvidia graphics card lists. As one of the best 4K graphics cards I've ever tested, ...

I tested DJI’s new camera gimbal, and its Intelligent Tracking Module is a game-changer for content creators

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DJI RS 4 Mini: Two-Minute Review Gimbals have gone from dedicated filmmaking accessories to must-have tools in the arsenal of every content creator. DJI is almost single-handedly responsible for that, bringing stabilized video to the masses with its range of accessible smartphone gimbals and camera gimbals. The RS 4 Mini is the latest addition to that line-up and – based on my experience – it’s the best DJI gimbal to date for YouTube and Instagram videographers. One look at DJI’s description of the RS 4 Mini confirms that this is a gimbal targeted at content creators. Its spec sheet reads like an influencer’s wish list: it supports vertical shooting; it works with both cameras and smartphones (using the optional Mini Phone Holder); and the new Intelligent Tracking Module enables automatic face tracking to keep solo videographers in the frame. Beyond those headline additions, you also get a raft of improvements that make it a much more complete gimbal than the RS 3 Mini. In physica...

I'm amazed by the Bose Smart Soundbar’s features for the money, and am also impressed with its Dolby Atmos sound

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Bose Smart Soundbar: Two minute review The Bose Smart Soundbar is a great way to elevate your TV experience in the bedroom or other small room. It’s not up to the task of a home theater setup, especially without a subwoofer, but that’s not its purpose. if you’re looking to bring Dolby Atmos sound to a smaller setup, it’s one of the best soundbars you can buy. The Bose Smart Soundbar’s lack of low-end will frustrate action and superhero movie fans and its narrow soundstage keeps it from truly elevating the audio experience, especially when listening to music. However, it still is one of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars , with two upward-firing speakers that provide a sense of space and immersion that somewhat offsets that narrow soundstage. In a smaller setup, it almost completely masks it. Just as important, this soundbar is stacked with features. There’s an A.I. dialogue mode, Alexa and Chromecast support, plus a whole lot more. My favorite feature lets you use specific Bose earbud...

I tested the Asus Zenbook A14 for two weeks and it's so light that I forgot it was in my bag

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Asus Zenbook A14: Two-minute review (Image credit: Future / Jasmine Mannan) Despite it only being February, Asus has already had it’s fair share of laptops revealed this year. From the brand new Asus Zenbook Duo showcased at CES, down to the shiny ROG Ally gaming lines, it’s clear that Asus has been busy in the workshop. The Asus Zenbook A14 is no stranger to the limelight, and this new 2025 edition could just be the best Asus laptop you can pick up right now if not one of the best laptops on the market. Coming in at less than a kilo, the Asus Zenbook A14 is extremely lightweight, to the point I often forgot it was in my backpack making it a great laptop to use on the go. Despite being so small, you also get an impressive battery life with Asus promising up to 32 hours of video playback, which although the laptop didn’t quite live up to, the battery was still pretty impressive. While you can find other laptops which can provide you with a similar performance at a cheaper ...

The Cambridge Audio Evo One is my new favorite wireless speaker after a month of testing it – here's why

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Cambridge Audio Evo One: two-minute review The Cambridge Audio Evo One is a high-end wireless speaker that's capable of playing audio at up to 32-bit/192kHz. But that’s really only part of the picture: it’s also a multi-room speaker, an internet radio, a soundbar, and a turntable phono stage. It’s almost quicker to list the things it can’t do. The Evo One packs a lot of skills into its substantial frame, making it a natural choice for anyone who wants to cover every base but doesn’t have the space or the cash to splash on buying a whole system of hi-fi separates. Once the Cambridge Audio Evo One was optimized for my listening space – you can manually adjust its sound for the reflectivity of your room and its distance from the wall – it rewarded me with lush, well-rounded sound. The low end is warm and yet tight – there’s none of the unfortunate swampiness you get with cheaper, bass-heavy speakers. Meanwhile, trebles are well handled, neither succumbing to timidity nor becoming s...