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I admire Logitech’s attempt to revolutionize the gaming mouse — but I’m not quite sold on its haptics just yet

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Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike: One-minute review In an effort to shake up the gaming mouse market, Logitech has introduced the G Pro X2 Superstrike, with its unique customizable haptics that it hopes will elevate your game. It doesn’t look particularly spectacular, with its simple symmetrical shape and lack of fancy accoutrements, such as RGB lighting. Its two-tone design is quite striking, though. I found the Pro X2 Superstrike comfortable to hold, thanks to its basic ergonomic form, although those with smaller hands might find it a bit too cumbersome. The build quality is exceptional, up there with the best gaming mouse constructions. The materials feel smooth and durable, while all buttons and the scroll wheel operate with a satisfying solidity. At 61g, the Pro X2 Superstrike isn’t heavy, either. It’s a shame, though, that most of the weight is concentrated towards the front. This can make lift-offs a little awkward as the rear has a tendency to tilt upward. The Pro X2 Supers...
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I tested the tiny Russell Hobbs coffee maker that uses grounds or Nespresso pods — but I discovered one infuriating drawback

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Russell Hobbs Everyday Espresso Machine: one-minute review The Russell Hobbs Everyday Espresso Machine is an entry-level coffee maker with an unusual twist: in addition to a regular portafilter for ground coffee, it comes with a holder for Nespresso Original style coffee capsules. A handy option if you’re making the switch from pods to fresh beans, or sharing a kitchen with someone who prefers a different brewing method. It’s very cheap too, with a list price of just £149.99 / AU$189.95 (about $200). For comparison, my two top-rated budget coffee makers, the De’Longhi Dedica Duo, and Philips Baristina , are $299.95 / £279.99 (about AU$600) and $449.99 / £299.99 / AU$599. respectively. At that price it’s no surprise that the Everyday Espresso Machine is made almost entirely from plastic, but it still looks smart on your kitchen counter with its silver and matt black finish, and guests won’t guess how little you spent. The budget price is reflected in the accessories though, which ...
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The RedMagic 11 Air is no looker, but you won't find better gaming performance for the money

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RedMagic 11 Air: Two-minute review Like its lightweight predecessor, the RedMagic 10 Air , the RedMagic 11 Air represents a smart piece of repurposing. It takes the RedMagic 10 Pro and slims down the package, losing a few pounds (not to mention some camera capabilities) and resulting in a temptingly approachable gaming phone. At an asking price of less than $500 / £500, you’re getting a hugely capable performer with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and ample memory. It’s not up there with the very fastest phones on the market, thanks to the inclusion of a slightly older chip, but it’s still capable of running the most demanding games at high frame rates. Thanks to remappable trigger buttons and parent company Nubia’s custom Game Space gaming UI, it’s a well-optimized way to play competitive online games like Call of Duty: Mobile . RedMagic has improved on its first Air phone in a couple of ways, most notably by reinstating the physical cooling fan for superior sustained performance...
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