| The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (red)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More »  2013 BMW 135is  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: An engine upgrade gives the 2013 BMW135is 320 horsepower and a 7,000rpm redline. It delivers an excellent exhaust note and handling is superb. An optional Technology package adds many connected features. Bad: Without the Active Steering option, indifferent steering response lets the handling down. And lacking the Technology package, the radio display barely serves to show audio and phone information. Bottom Line: Although pricey, the 2013 BMW 135is is an incredibly fun little coupe for the driving enthusiast, yet remains well-mannered enough for an everyday commute. [Read more] | Read More » Dell B1165nfw  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Dell B1165nfw is a dutiful monochrome laser printer that can also act as a standalone scanner, copier, and fax machine. It's also cloud-ready with native support for Google Cloud Print, Apple AirPrint, and Dell's own mobile Android application. Bad: The printer includes a "starter" cartridge with less-than-average capacity, no upgrades exist for the limited paper tray, and the front of the device lacks a media card reader. Bottom Line: As long as you don't mind the inability to print from a USB flash key, the Dell B1165nfw's healthy array of extra features and quick outbound print cycle makes it worthwhile for small offices with wireless access. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (green)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The OontZ Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (silver)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (pink)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (yellow)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (blue)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The OontZ Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (white)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (lime)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » The Oontz Angle by Cambridge SoundWorks (black)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Cambridge SoundWorks Oontz sounds relatively good for a $40 mini Bluetooth speaker. It also offers good battery life, built-in speakerphone capabilities, and an attractive design. A carrying pouch is included. Bad: Some people won't like how bright the blue light is on the front of the unit; speaker has a Mini-USB port (for charging) instead of the now more common Micro-USB port. Bottom Line: While it doesn't have as much bass as the step-up Oontz and sounds a little thinner as a result, the Oontz Angle still is one of the better values in mini Bluetooth speakers at $39.99. [Read more] | Read More » Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Convertible Ultrabook  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is a solidly built hybrid with all the security features your IT department needs. Thanks to dual batteries in the tablet and keyboard base, it can run for a full work day. Bad: The Helix is stuck with Intel's less-efficient previous generation of CPUs, making it feel especially expensive. Bottom Line: Even with the best detachable-screen hybrid hinge we've seen, the older CPU and high price make the ThinkPad Helix a hybrid for a select audience only. [Read more] | Read More » Ouya Game Console  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Ouya works as an unfiltered indie game repository, and at $99, is a cheap investment. Its free-to-try model for games allows you to assay before you pay. Bad: The console has a cheap controller, unstable software, lacks compelling games, has a dearth of useful media apps, and low graphics performance. Bottom Line: Despite its low price and free-to-try system, the Ouya fails to reach its potential as a disruptive alternative platform. [Read more] | Read More » Voxer Walkie-Talkie (iOS)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: Voxer Walkie-Talkie lets you quickly send voice, text, and photos using an intuitive and well-laid-out interface. Bad: The app shares your current location by default. Bottom Line: Voxer Walkie-Talkie is an excellent communications app with all the tools you need to get in touch quickly. [Read more] | Read More » Acer Iconia A1-810  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Acer Iconia A1-810 has a low price, runs the latest version of Android 4.2, and includes an expandable storage option and a Micro-HDMI port. Bad: The tablet is thicker and heavier than other small tablets and uncomfortable to hold in one hand. Its screen could be brighter, and the front-facing camera takes washed-out, blurry photos. Bottom Line: The Acer Iconia A1-810 goes low on price, but the Google Nexus 7 costs about the same and is still the tablet to get with its sharper screen and more comfortable build. [Read more] | Read More » Hisense Sero 7 Pro  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: Reasonably priced at $149, the Hisense Sero 7 Pro features expandable storage, a long-lasting battery, and a nifty screenshot shortcut key. Bad: The Sero 7 is hefty, it takes poor photos, and its CPU performance is mediocre. Bottom Line: Even considering its bargain price, the Hisense Sero 7 Pro can't outshine the Nexus 7's superior performance and design. [Read more] | Read More » Razer Blade (14-inch, 2013)  | Editor's Rating: User Rating: Good: The Razer Blade 14 has a slim design with a powerful combination of fourth-gen quad-core Intel processor and Nvidia graphics; battery life is strong, too. Bad: A lackluster low-resolution, nontouch display doesn't fit the high-end design. Baseline 128GB SSD for $1,799 isn't sufficient for a gaming PC; you'd better pony up for the 256GB or 512GB model. Bottom Line: Ditching gimmicks and delivering on function, Razer's slim 14-inch gaming laptop marries true power and good battery life into an excellent PC. All it lacks a stellar display. [Read more] | Read More » | |
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