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Motorola MH7603 Mesh WiFi 6 System

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Two-minute review Spec Sheet Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax), dual-band 2.4GHz + 5GHz Processor: Broadcom BCM6755, quad-core, 1.5GHz Memory: 256MB RAM Storage: 128MB Flash Beamforming: Explicit for 2.4GHz and 5GHz Ports: 2x Gigabit Ethernet Motorola was broken up into a number of different divisions about 10 years ago, but the Motorola Mobility division still makes smartphones, as well as smart devices for the home, including its new MH7600 mesh Wi-Fi routers.  Strictly speaking, though, the MH7600 range is actually produced by another company called Minim, which is licensed to use the Motorola logo and brand name, with its networking products sold directly from the Motorola website and other online retailers. Despite Motorola’s claims of “blazing fast” Wi-Fi performance, the MH7600 mesh routers are actually fairly modest, offering dual-band Wi-Fi 6 with a top speed of 1800Mbps.  Even so, that’s fast enough for most domestic broadband serv...

Sony A80K (XR-65A80K)

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Sony A80K: Two-minute review Sony’s A80K lies in the middle of the company’s OLED TV line for 2022, and is priced notably lower than the A95K QD-OLED models perched at the top. Even so, the performance delivered by the 65-inch A80K set we tested proved it to be a great all-around offering for the price, and one that provides some competition to LG’s similarly priced C2 OLED TVs. Jump to… Price and release date Features Picture quality Sound quality Design Smart TV and menus Gaming Value While the LG C2 models rely on that company’s webOS platform for streaming and other smart TV tasks, Sony’s A80K features the tried-and-true Google TV platform with a useful Google Assistant feature that lets you speak commands directly into the remote control’s hidden mic. Google TV’s app selection hits all the high points (Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, etc.), and the screen layout can be customized to highlight your regularly visited destinations. A new wide color gamut panel ...

Ride1Up Prodigy XR

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Ride1UP Prodigy XR specifications Size range: One size (rider heights 5’6” to 6’4”) Motor: 90 Nm Brose TF Sprinter mid-drive Top speed (motorized): 28mph Power: 36V 14ah (504Wh) lithium battery Control: Torque sensor pedal assist E-bike classification: Class 3 Speeds: Nine-speed (46/11 max. gear ratio, 46/34 min. gear ratio) Brakes: Tektro HD-M275 dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes Frame material: Alloy Fork material: 6061 Aluminum Alloy Wheel size: 27.5” x 2.0” Weight: 56.6 pounds (measured) Range: 30-50 miles (rated); 27.6 miles (tested) Weight capacity: 300 pounds Ride1Up Prodigy: Two minute review This is TechRadar's Ride1Up Prodigy full review, with its XR frame. As a mid-range bike, we were surprised to find the Ride1Up Prodigy truly fronts with quality components and some serious power.  The best electric bikes make getting from A to B a breeze, whether it’s a straight shot, a hilly journey, a considerable trek, or a jaunt through the meanderings of a c...

Samsung HW-Q990B

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Samsung HW-Q990B Review: Two-minute Review The Samsung HW-Q990B continues the company's recent tradition of giving its flagship soundbar four physical boxes – but until now, Samsung has consistently managed to increase the number of channels squeezed into those four boxes. This year, the total channel count has stuck at 16, just like last year, leaving Samsung to rely on other improvements to keep its soundbar story moving forward. Jump to… Price and release date Features Sound quality Design Usability and setup Value Happily, the Samsung HW-Q990B's improvements are all focused on improving the sound quality those 16 channels deliver, making it one of the best soundbars of the year. The subwoofer, for instance, sports a fancy new Acoustic Lens over its hefty 8-inch driver to make bass more smooth and refined, while the rear speakers feature a new angled top and small pedestal stands to deliver purer and better-positioned effects.  Samsung has finally introduced ...

AGM Glory G1S

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A subtle change is occurring in the ruggedized phone market. This sector has been dominated by Chinese phone builders over the past few years, and most of these devices have sold on their ability to withstand harsh environments alongside being competitively priced. Of lesser importance was the quality of construction, the inclusion of unique features and overall performance. However, that era may be concluding with products like the AGM Glory G1S coming to the market. It proves this market is no longer a race to the bottom for Chinese phone makers but an ambition to compete more directly with the best Korean, Japanese and American designs. In this review, we’ll be looking at a flagship phone that contradicts much of what we’ve come to expect from Chinese-made hardware. (Image credit: Mark Pickavance) Price The AGM Glory G1S can be got directly from the makers, and it comes in only one SKU, with a single accessory option. A flat price of $699 is the price, and for a furt...