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Geekom Air12 2026 review: A good value…by 2020 standards

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As one of the slimmest mini PCs, the Air12 is designed to handle office work, streaming, and everyday web browsing. The Geekom Air12 2026 is a very compact, quiet, and energy-efficient mini PC designed for the simplest office tasks, web browsing, and streaming. Its biggest weakness is the outdated dual-core platform: For multitasking, image editing, or more demanding applications, the Pentium Gold 7505 is clearly too underpowered in 2026. Mini PCs have evolved from a niche product to a staple on the desk. With the Air12 2026, Geekom is launching a new edition of its slimmest series, which aims above all to score points with a supposedly low entry-level price.


GMKtec M3 Pro review: A powerful mini PC for offices, with 32GB of RAM

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The GMKtec M3 Pro comes with an Intel Core i5 processor, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a wide range of ports. Two M.2 slots allow for storage expansion in the terabyte range The GMKtec M3 Pro is a solid office computer with decent multithreaded performance, a generous range of ports, and a high-quality chassis. However, the platform is showing its age: When it comes to graphics and AI performance, the latest Core Ultra and Ryzen AI models are clearly ahead. Mini PCs are increasingly finding their way onto desks and into living rooms.


Peladn WO4 5600H review: An affordable mini PC that welcomes upgrades

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The magnetic cover allows for upgrades in seconds. We put this mini PC through its paces. The Peladn WO4 5600H provides a decent foundation for a modest price, but it's not an unqualified bargain. The six-core Ryzen processor handles Office tasks, multitasking, and media playback with ease, while the cooling system remains quiet.


Mammotion Spino E1 review: This compact pool robot tackles big messes

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Mammotion Spino E1 is a capable and easy-to-use pool robot that delivers thorough cleaning of floors, walls, and the waterline, though it lacks advanced smart features and fine filtration. Mammotion has made a name for itself with the LUBA and YUKA series of robotic lawnmowers. The Spino E1 is the manufacturer's first robot pool cleaner and it incorporates similar functions and features found in its robotic lawn mower lineup, including caterpillar tracks, 17 sensors, and support for the Mammotion app. We tested it in our pool to see how it performs.


GMKtec EVO-T2S review: Panther Lake raises the bar for mini PCs

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The GMKtec EVO-T2S packs Intel's new Panther Lake CPU, complete with an Arc B390 graphics unit, into a compact mini-PC case. We tested the computer with 64GB of RAM. The GMKtec EVO-T2S demonstrates what Intel's new Panther Lake platform is capable of. The CPU, graphics unit, and memory work well together, and even games run smoothly at reduced settings.


Lymow One Plus review: A tank-like robot mower built for rough yards

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The price, starting at around $3,199, seems high at first but is justified by the unusually robust technology, the long-lasting LiFePO4 battery, the high coverage rate, and the extreme off-road capability. Robotic mowers without boundary wires have long been standard, but the Lymow One Plus takes a radically different approach. Instead of wheels and a compact design, the manufacturer has opted for caterpillar tracks, a front-mounted dual cutting deck, and high engine power. We tested the system on hilly, uneven terrain and checked whether the tank-like appearance is more than just marketing hype.


Ugreen Maxidok review: The Thunderbolt 5 dock built for serious desks

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Ugreen Maxidok combines Thunderbolt 5, DisplayPort 2.1, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, and an M.2 slot for SSDs up to 8TB. I put this premium docking station through its paces to see if it really delivers in everyday use. The Ugreen Maxidok 17-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 docking station is currently one of the most technically comprehensive Thunderbolt 5 docks on the market. It delivers the full bandwidth of 120Gbps, supplies the laptop with up to 140 watts, and combines this with 17 ports as well as an M.2 slot for an internal SSD upgrade.


Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro review: Can the mini-PC maker build a great laptop?

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro review: Can the mini-PC maker build a great laptop? While many laptops with comparable CPU specifications are either significantly heavier or have plastic cases, the Geekbook offers a balanced combination of performance, mobility, and workmanship. Until now, Geekom was primarily known for its mini PCs. With the Geekbook X16 Pro, the company is now expanding its portfolio to include a notebook. The laptop market is highly competitive and dominated by numerous established manufacturers.


Speediance Gym Monster 2 review: A tiny, tech-boosted home gym

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Speediance Gym Monster 2 promises a full-strength training workout in a minimal amount of space. The Speediance Gym Monster 2 is a well-designed, technically advanced home gym for anyone who wants to train seriously and regularly. It replaces traditional weights, saves a huge amount of space, and impresses with its intelligent training control. The Speediance Gym Monster 2 is positioned as a latest-generation digital strength training station and is aimed at ambitious home gym users who want to replace traditional dumbbells with intelligent resistance technology.


Alliwava GH8 review: Ryzen 9 muscle in a shockingly small PC

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Alliwava GH8 is a good example of how much performance is possible today in the smallest of spaces. The Alliwava GH8 is a good example of how much performance is possible today in the smallest of spaces. With the Ryzen 9 8945HS, it not only offers powerful CPU performance, but also added value for AI applications thanks to the improved NPU. In doing so, it leaves many competitors behind in terms of connectivity and cooling management.