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Panasonic Lumix S 28

　　Introduced in February 2024, the Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro OIS is an all-in-one ‘superzoom’ lens for the firm’s full-frame mirrorless L-mount cameras. It’s billed as the smallest and lightest of its type, at 93.4mm long and 413g. In fact, it’s not much larger than the firm’s Lumix S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 kit zoom – just 6mm longer and 63g...

3 Legged Thing Ultra Plates review

　　In essence, the 3 Legged Thing Ultra Plates are very simple. They are long quick release plates that can be mounted in an Arca-Swiss-type tripod head (including 3 Legged Thing’s) instead of a standard plate. Their extra length and additional fixing points mean that you can mount things such as lights, microphones, monitors or scopes onto the plate, as well...

Bose vs. Sony Headphones: A Face-Off Between Today's Best Audio Accessories

　　The noise-canceling headphones by Bose and Sony have rightfully been dubbed as some of the best wireless earbuds on the market. Following years of developing aviation headsets, Bose introduced the QuietComfort headphones in 2000. Sony — a longtime giant in the consumer audio space — launched the MDR-NC500D noise-canceling headphones in 2008, long after releasing the MDR-5700 for airline passengers...

5 Best Lightweight Umbrella Strollers That Won't Break Your Back or Budget

　　When I had my son 15 years ago, umbrella strollers were all the rage. Maclaren strollers (no longer available in the U.S.) were right up there with Bugaboo for the best baby strollers on New York City streets. As the years have passed, so has the era of the umbrella stroller — or so I thought. While there certainly are...

PGYTech CFexpress CreateMate Card Reader Case (Type B/SD) review

　　If you shoot a lot of high-resolution stills or video, you’ll probably get through memory card space very quickly. And if you’re in the middle of a shoot when a card fills up, you don’t want to be scrabbling around in your bag trying to find a clean one. Equally, when it comes to editing your files, you won’t want...

Hard Candy x Girl Scouts’ Lip Repair Oil Highlights Some of Our Fave Cookies

　　’Tis the season to indulge in some Girl Scout cookies! Whether your fave is buttery Trefoils, chocolatey Thin Mints, or the coconut, caramel, and chocolate-laden Samoas, there truly seems to be a flavor for everyone. And though we put down those delightful boxes of cookies way too fast, there’s finally a way for us to savor our favorite cookies for...

6 Best Exfoliators for Your Face, As Vetted by a Dermatologist and Our Beauty Editor

　　Spring cleaning isn’t just for our homes. Using one of these expert-loved exfoliators for the face will ensure we experience the cleanest, smoothest skin we’ve been dreaming of all winter. 　　Think about it: Throughout the past season, we’ve taken hot showers, experienced blustery outdoor weather, and battled dry indoor air caused by our radiators — cumulatively, these have caused thirsty,...

5 Best Hair Color Removers for When Your At-Home Dye Job Doesn’t Turn Out as Planned

　　As much as we love our hairstylists and colorists, sometimes, due to want or circumstance, we find ourselves doing our hair by ourselves. This is especially easy since at-home dyes, hair color removers, and highlighters have become readily accessible online (They’re so ubiquitous that is a plot device in the final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm on HBO.). The power...

How to Connect Your AirPods to an Android Phone or Tablet

　　AirPods are tech gadgets that are beloved by many — not just Apple users. If you have an Android device like a Samsung Galaxy smartphone or Google Pixel tablet, you can still pair your wireless earbuds and, in minutes, enjoy their top-notch audio quality that our tech editor calls balanced, enjoyable, and among the best in the price range. 　　Sure,...

Beats Studio Buds vs. AirPods Pro: We’re Breaking Down Two of our Editors’ Top Earbuds

　　Teen Easter Basket IdeasPremade Easter BasketsEaster Gifts for HostsEaster Gifts for AdultsEaster Basket StuffersTechBeats Studio Buds vs. AirPods Pro: We’re Breaking Down Two of our Editors’ Top EarbudsWe put both pairs to the test—here’s what you need to know before buying. 　　By Ellen McAlpineSenior Technology Editor, Reviews 　　　　Finding the right earbuds for your needs is no small feat, especially...

7 Travel Strollers That Make Vacationing With Kids a Tad Easier

　　The right travel stroller can make a huge difference in your vacation. For the sake of your family trips (and ultimately your sanity), I researched, tested, and found the best travel strollers that have all the features to make travel life easier, including ones that fit in overhead bins, are Disney-approved, save on storage space when they aren’t in use...

Waterproof Earbuds That Don't Compromise Sound for Protection

　　Wireless, waterproof earbuds can be an essential companion when the weather threatens to demotivate you back to the couch. You can head out the door and get back to the grind with a set of earbuds that won’t short out in the rain, die from being dropped in the pool, or wear out after a few months of sweaty gym...

The 12 Best Wooden Swing Sets, According to Hours and Hours of Testing by Parents and Kids Alike

　　With technology becoming increasingly accessible to younger generations, parents are struggling to get their kids to disconnect from their iPads or laptops. After spending a good 8 hours between school and homework, some kids just refuse to let their tablets go and take a much-needed screentime break. 　　Encourage your kids to put down their controllers, take off their gaming headsets,...