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The Shark PowerPro is the best-value vacuum cleaner I've tested – and it's ideal for most households

This budget-friendly vacuum offers consistently strong performance and with a few thoughtful extras.

It's far from perfect, but Lomography's cheap Lomourette compact camera is packed with grainy lo-fi analog charm

It's far from perfect, but Lomography's cheap Lomourette compact camera is packed with grainy lo-fi analog charm

A cheap half-frame film camera capable of surprisingly attractive stills, the Lomography Lomourette is a plaything for analog imperfectionists.

The Shark Detect is the most convenient vacuum I've ever tested – it's the perfect everyday cleaner

The Shark Detect is the most convenient vacuum I've ever tested – it's the perfect everyday cleaner

The Shark Detect Clean & Empty IW4621UKT boasts a slew of intelligent features and comes with an auto-empty dock, for truly low-effort cleaning.

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I tested this cordless smart fan on the hottest day of the year, and I was blown away by how quiet it is

A quiet, powerful fan with smart connectivity and optional battery power, the Duux Whisper Flex 2 is a premium fan for those who want airflow with a touch of subtlety.

I tried a fingertip lens that claimed to gave my iPhone a 1200x zoom – but it won’t replace my microscope any time soon

The iMicro Q3p is a fingertip microscope for your smartphone, but its claimed 1200x range fell short in my experience.

I used the Lowepro Tahoe BP 150 to carry my photography gear – and it's the best budget camera bag I've traveled with

A no-nonsense backpack with compact dimensions and modular storage, the Lowepro Tahoe BP 150 is the best budget camera bag you can travel with.

I used the Hollyland Lark M2S Combo mic kit to record audio content – and I can’t believe how tiny it is

Lightweight and tidily packaged, the Hollyland Lark M2S Combo is a discreet wireless mic kit that offers excellent value for content creators on the go.

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I tested Sony’s 28-70mm f/2 GM lens and it’s the best standard zoom I’ve ever used

I tested Sony’s 28-70mm f/2 GM lens and it’s the best standard zoom I’ve ever used

The Sony FE 28-70mm F2 GM is a superlative standard zoom lens. It doesn’t come cheap, but you get what you pay for: a versatile zoom range, exemplary sharpness and a maximum aperture fast enough to rival prime glass.

I tested House of Marley’s solar-powered Bluetooth speaker and left the beach party disappointed

I tested House of Marley’s solar-powered Bluetooth speaker and left the beach party disappointed

The House of Marley Roots Solar is a portable speaker that’s built for beach parties. Its features sound neat, but solar-charging is ineffective and audio quality isn’t the best.

Sony’s super wide-angle 16mm F1.8 prime shoots fast and travels light, but relies on distortion correction

Sony’s super wide-angle 16mm F1.8 prime shoots fast and travels light, but relies on distortion correction

Combining bright prime optics with a compact build, the Sony FE 16mm F1.8 G is a tidy super wide-angle lens for shooting landscapes and architecture. Corrections are required to compensate for barrel distortion, though.

I tested Sony’s longest telephoto zoom lens, and it’s a winner for wildlife photographers

I tested Sony’s longest telephoto zoom lens, and it’s a winner for wildlife photographers

The Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS is a big but manageable telephoto zoom for wildlife photography, although a slow maximum aperture limits its potential for sports.

Sony unveils its first lens with a massive 800mm reach – and it could be a dream optic for wildlife photography

Sony unveils its first lens with a massive 800mm reach – and it could be a dream optic for wildlife photography

Double delight: Sony unveils the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS and FE 16mm F1.8 G lenses for its full-frame mirrorless cameras.

I've been testing AnkerWork's complete M650 wireless mic kit for weeks, and it's a great value alternative to the DJI Mic 2

I've been testing AnkerWork's complete M650 wireless mic kit for weeks, and it's a great value alternative to the DJI Mic 2

A complete wireless mic kit with near-universal compatibility, the M650 is a great value alternative to the DJI Mic 2 with very few drawbacks.

House of Marley Revolution review: a good-sounding budget turntable for first-timers with sustainable style

House of Marley Revolution review: a good-sounding budget turntable for first-timers with sustainable style

The House of Marley Revolution is a distinctive entry-level deck that offers useful Bluetooth connectivity and reliable everyday audio quality at a fair price.

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Leica Q3 43 review: a stunning premium compact with a unique focal length

Leica gives its stunning premium compact a fast, sharp 43mm prime lens with a uniquely natural perspective that’s perfect for portraits, street and travel photography.

The new Sony A6700 brings cutting edge AI-powered autofocus to APS-C

The new Sony A6700 is a flagship APS-C camera with 26MP sensor, 4K video and class-leading autofocus and battery life.

Sony A6700 review: top-spec autofocus in compact packaging

The Sony A6700 is a travel-friendly mirrorless camera with an ergonomic design, capable sensor and powerful AI autofocus features.

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