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UGreen NASync iDX6011 Pro NAS review: An AI-powered NAS combines workstation-class hardware with genuinely useful local AI

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UGREEN NASync iDX6011 Pro: 30-second review The UGreen NASync iDX6011 Pro is substantial, measuring in at 349 x 260 x 212mm, it sits closer to an ITX PC case than anything you would ordinarily describe as a NAS, and lifting it out of the packaging highlights that this is a serious piece of kit that’s impressive design makes you want to keep it out on show rather than hidden away. Once positioned in a prominent place in the office, the matte grey aluminium chassis and rounded edges give it a premium, stylish look that departs from the larger rack-mount aesthetics of more industrial NAS hardware. The design and aesthetics are perfect for any design or photo Studio space. Getting started with the iDX6011 is as straightforward as the other UGreen NAS systems that I’ve looked at. Essentially, each of the six front bays is secured by a flathead key lock, which once pressed, releases so the tray can slide out. You then drop in a 3.5-inch hard drive all without the need for a single screw,...
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'A blast from the past': The Maxell Wireless Cassette Player is a magic carpet ride of audio nostalgia

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If you want to get looks, clip a Maxell Wireless Cassette player to your backpack and watch the astonishment roll in. My coffee guy could barely contain himself: ''Wow, classic! Boy!" I walked away with coffee, a bagel, and a smile on my face. At the office, a small crowd gathered around to examine it. All men in their 30s, 40s, or 50s, they recognized the iconic shape and buttons. "What a blast from the past," smiled one. Another pointed and asked incredulously, "It works with Bluetooth?" Yes, I told them, it does, though there's more to that story. I spotted the "Remix" Maxell Wireless Cassette Player a few weeks back and, though I quickly discovered we'd written about it (or a Maxell very much like it), I wondered if we'd tried it out. Its appearance on Amazon is part of an ongoing trend: analog, retro gear. Gen Z, in particular, is cozying up to film cameras, physical books, vinyl records, and record players — actually rec...
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Hbada X7 Smart review: Excuse me, but since when do office chairs heat, massage, and cool you at the touch of a button?

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The Hbada X7 Smart made an entrance from the moment the box hit my front step. It’s big. And by big, I mean massive. I’ve reviewed probably coming up on almost 100 office chairs in my time and in that time, very few if any have come a box so large. But while some chairs feel big when you sit in them, but look average. This one is large in feel and looks, giving the term “robust” a very real example. Assembly was fairly straightforward, nevertheless, though even with the hefty nature of the beast, my hands were a bit too large to comfortably connect one cable head, though that may have been due to missing a note to connect it earlier on in assembly. Now, it's absolutely packed with features - that's the main selling-point here, coming loaded with massaging, heating, and cooling functions. And in the main, they work very well. But what really stops it from appearing in our guide to the best office chairs is the build quality, which feels rickety at times. HBADA X7 Smart Erg...
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Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50q QC mini PC review: A simple and spectacular business machine that lacks the power for heavy workloads

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There are a lot of business professional computers out there right now. I’ve got several that I’m actively testing right now on my desk, even. But most of those are designed for power, for maximum output, or for computational prowess. For some, a several-thousand-dollar powerhouse is not what they need. For admins, front desk workers, data entry, or those who simply help manage calendars and email via a web browser, they don’t need a big machine, they just need something that can boot up quickly, operate reliably, and get the job done. That’s where the land of mini or compact PCs comes in. Smaller units that can plug into any monitor size, hide away, and work as needed. That’s exactly what a good chunk of the professional workforce needs. These machines need ports and basic functionality more than they need enough power to break records. Further, the front ports make plugging in drives, adapters, or other devices super easy, while the back ports are fantastic for plug-and-play peri...
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Secretlab Magnus Evo standing desk review: Streamlined and refined but unmistakably Secretlab in spirit

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Secretlab Magnus Evo: Price and availability (Image credit: Collin Probst // Future ) Secretlab is behind some of our top-rated office furniture for hybrid gaming and working in the home office. So, I was keen to see how the company's Magnus Evo stacks up in comparison to the magisterial Magnus Pro. This is a more home office-focused desk that's a lot cheaper, but with a more simplified design and feature-set. While it's unlikely to top the list of the best standing desks we've tested, it might be the ideal alternative to the Magnus Pro for gamers or professionals looking for a stealthy all-black set-up. As ever with Secretlab products, it's widely available direct from the company in the US ( here ), the UK ( here ), and Australia ( here ). At the time of review, it's on sale for $699 / £599 / AU$849, coming in two different sizes, and two different add-on packages. (Image credit: Collin Probst // Future ) Secretlab Magnus Evo: Unboxing a...
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