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Brompton Electric G Line: One minute review Brompton is only one year away from celebrating 50 years of its inception. That is a whole lot of bike development experience, but Brompton’s entry into the electric bike market happened a lot more recently, in 2018. Despite that, they’re already making some of the best electric bikes around and certainly some of the best folding e-bikes on the market. The Brompton formula has remained largely unchanged despite the release of electric versions of the C Line and P Line, but the all-new G Line is a radical departure. The frame shape and classic 3-point folding mechanism that the company is known for remain the same, but it boasts chunkier tyres and wider handlebars for rougher paths. Having used it as my main commuter bike for over two months, I’m still torn as to how I feel about it. On the one hand, the engineering and quality to deliver a great riding experience are there, but I just don’t know what to make of the off-road enhancements...

Mibro Watch GS Explorer: Two minute review It's possible to buy super-affordable smartwatches, but sometimes they tend to fall short in terms of design and features. By way of example, the standout cheap watch in our best smartwatches guide is the CMF Watch Pro by Nothing, which is stylish but quite basic, although our best cheap smartwatches guide offers plenty of sub-$300 / £250 / AU$500 alternatives. That's why I was so intrigued when the Watch GS Explorer dropped through my door. At $155 / £121, the latest smartwatch from Mibro appears to hit all the right notes when it comes to specs. Let me list just a few: rugged military-grade durability, an AMOLED display, dual-frequency GPS with 5 satellites, and comprehensive sports & health modes. Does that sound too good to be true? Surely they've cut some corners somewhere. I was so excited and determined to find out that I threw the watch on charge and got it on my wrist as soon as was humanly possible. It's bee...

Brompton Electric P Line Urban - 4 Speed: One minute review A pioneer in folding bikes, Brompton has set the standard since 1976. The bike's ingenious three-part fold design excels in various settings, from train carriages to city streets. Brompton's lettering system can be a bit confusing but in the electric range, there are only C and P line options. The model for this review is the P Line Urban 4 Speed. It's made of titanium and steel, which makes it noticeably lighter than the entirely steel alternative that's known as the C Line. The benefit of this reduced weight comes at a financial cost but it's well worth the extra money, especially for those who need something that's easy to move around. The 4-speed version offers a limited gear range and would benefit from a couple of extra gears at the top end. You could upgrade to the 12 speed but then you'll end up with half a dozen gears that you never have any need for. If you value simplicity, then go wi...

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...

Suunto Race S review: One-minute review The Suunto Race S is a cracking smartwatch that is a credible alternative to any of the dedicated running watches that Garmin produces. With tracking capabilities like on-board GPS and heart rate monitoring, the smartwatch provides all that is needed for accurate measurements. The AMOLED display looks great thanks to its high-definition resolution. Navigation using the touchscreen is easy and natural, although the device is a little bit let down by the underperforming crown button. Overall build quality is very good, though, with robust components that will stand the test of time. The watch itself is most definitely on the larger side so it won't suit everyone but if you have a wrist that can accommodate it, then it'll certainly look the part. In addition to its features for athletes, the Race S also offers smartwatch functionality like notifications and music control. It has a long battery life, which can last around 10 days in smart...

HP 960 4K Streaming webcam: Two-minute review Most of my experience with the HP 960 4K Streaming Webcam was overwhelmingly positive. It began as soon as I took the device out of the box and the theme continued right through all of my testing.  The first thing I noticed was that this doesn't look like your standard webcam. Rather than the longest side being its width, this webcam is actually much longer in depth. This provides the necessary room for the lens and sensor that are required to deliver a superior image quality. The camera itself boasts a very capable f/2.0 18mm lens that really is the star of the show. The pill-shaped metal case guarantees not just aesthetic appeal but also the required strength to withstand any knocks that come its way. The rest of the unit is made of plastic, but it's strong enough to ensure nothing is going to easily break. (Image credit: Future) Everything about the design oozes class, with beautiful trims and details added to the f...

HP 325 FHD webcam: Two-minute review The HP 325 FHD is a surprisingly good-looking webcam. The left and right edges are fully curved, giving a nice pill shape to the overall look. The camera is dead center in the chassis, with the HP logo to the left and the microphone to the right. Everything about the webcam head design is well-balanced and appealing. The USB-A cable is hardwired to the webcam, which is nice for convenience, but it does mean that if any part of that cable breaks, then you've lost the whole device. The fact that the cord comes out of the back also means that the overall aesthetic is slightly affected for the worse. The webcam head is able to rotate 360 degrees thanks to the ball head mechanism, and it rotates beautifully smoothly, staying in whichever position you leave it in. There is also a privacy monitor clip that can be attached to the camera. This is a removable part, which means the chances of losing it are somewhat high (depending on how careful you ar...