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Sony Bravia KD48A9BU 4k OLED TV

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Sony Bravia KD48A9BU 4k Smart OLED TV - product features, specifications and price info Sony Bravia KD48A9BU is a premium 48-inch 4k Smart OLED TV with Google Assistant and some more interesting features. This television has been on the market for some time now and can be found brand new but also refurbished. 

Canyon Fobos CND-SKB3-US gaming keyboard

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Canyon Fobos CND-SKB3-US gaming keyboard - product features, specifications and price info I came upon the  Canyon Fobos CND-SKB3-US gaming keyboard yesterday and it got my attention for couple of reasons - first of all it looked very nice and second it came at a good price of under $30.  That is why today we will take a closer look at the features and specs of this affordable Canyon Fobos gaming keyboard and also share my personal opinion about it.

One year review of the Razer Cynosa Lite keyboard

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My consumer feedback of the Razer Cynosa Lite keyboard after one year of use It has been a full year since I first tested the  Razer Cynosa Lite keyboard and I have been using it on daily basis since then. Today I want to share my personal impressions and consumer feedback about it, comment on the positives as well as the downsides (if any at all). 

Samsung QE75Q60AAUXXU 4k QLED TV

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Samsung QE75Q60AAUXXU 4k Smart QLED TV - product price and specifications Samsung QE75Q60AAUXXU is one of those TVs that we can call entertainment portal. This 4k QLED TV offers amazing picture quality thanks to some enhancement features like 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot processed by the Quantum Processor 4K. 

TCL 50P615K TV - product features and specifications

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TCL 50P615K 50-inch budget 4k Android TV - features, specs and price info Today we don't have the TCL 50P615K on site for a proper consumer review, that is why we are just sharing its main features and specs.  Basically this is a 50-inch budget 4k Android TV with thin frame and good image quality. 

How I crashed my DJI drone

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I crashed my beloved DJI Mavic Air 2 drone and it no longer flies, here is how About year and a half after I bought the DJI Mavic Air 2 drone I managed to crash it very badly and it is no longer operational. Yes, this might be a sad story but I am also thankful for all the amazing photos and videos I got from this amazing drone.  It is really sad to see my Mavic Air 2 in such condition but even a tough bird like it couldn't manage the tough drop from over 20 meters into hard concrete.

Rowenta Balnea Silence fan heater tested

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Rowenta Balnea Silence 2400W SO6210 fan heater consumer test and review I have the Rowenta Balnea Silence fan heater for many years now and it is still working fine. It is a 2400W heater and it is relatively powerful to quickly warm up relatively large room.  The Balnea Silence also has a cooling mode (fan only) which comes handy in the hot summer days... or when drying your clothes on fan only. 

Philips QC5370/15 vs Philips Multigroom MG5720 - which trimmer is better?

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Philips QC5370/15 vs Philips Multigroom MG5720 - comparing two very capable hair clippers/trimmers that I have used for years Philips QC5370/15 and Philips Multigroom MG5720 are two of the trimers that I have for years now... and yes, they are still working. Actually, the Multigroom MG5720 is used almost on daily basis while I keep the QC5370/15 as a backup and it hasn't been used for a while. 

Delicious bread with Tefal Bread and Baguette PF610138

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Bread making done the easy way with the Tefal Bread and Baguette PF610138 bread maker In case you are looking for an easy and relatively quick way to make delicious bread at home, we have a good suggestion for you - Tefal Bread and Baguette PF610138 .  This bread maker is well-made and has different programs and as the name suggests it can make baguettes as well.

Lorus RT383HX9 vs Casio Wave Ceptor WVA-M640TD-1AER

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Comparing two of my favorite daily watches - Lorus RT383HX9 and Casio Wave Ceptor WVA-M640TD-1AER The  Lorus RT383HX9 and the Casio Wave Ceptor WVA-M640TD-1AER are two wrist watches that I literally wear every day. I like them for so many reasons even though they are totally different - they are comfortable, look good, have nice features and last but not least, they show the time correctly.

Dell P2421D - almost the perfect monitor

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After a full year with the Dell P2421D monitor we think it is definitely the best one we have ever tested We have reviewed so many monitors in our consumer blog and many of them were pretty good. But the  Dell P2421D which we used during the whole 2021 is almost perfect so we wanted to share our honest feedback with you. 

Our Test and Review Christmas trees

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The Christmas spirit at Test and Review consumer blog Since we are approaching the 2021 Christmas holidays we decided it is time for some Christmas spirit around. With two Christmas trees and some decoration we eagerly await the holidays:

Sony WI-C310 wireless in-ear headphones with microphone - best under $20?

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Sony WI-C310 wireless in-ear headphones with microphone - product features and specifications Currently the  Sony WI-C310 is on sale on Sony's website for under $20 which makes them quite appealing wireless in-ear headphones with microphone. Today we will take a closer look at its product features and specs in detail and give the WI-C310 short consumer feedback.

FFalcon 32F1 - cheap HD LED TV from Australia

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FFalcon 32F1 - product features, specifications and price info The  FFalcon is not very popular around the tech world but is well-known in Australia since its products are locally made (or at least we thinks so). Today we are taking a closer look at one of their compact and cheap TVs - the 32-inch HD LED TV  FFalcon 32F1 .

DJI OSMO Action - still good enough?

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Short consumer feedback after two years with the DJI OSMO Action camera After the release of DJI Action 2 the action camera market got severely updated with an amazing new product. But for those of us who previously bought cameras like the OSMO Action some time ago, should we really upgrade or it is still good enough, even by today's?

Trespass winter hat

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Trespass FAHSHATR0007-SANDSTONE winter hat - product review Since it is already the winter season in many locations around the world and it is getting colder, we decided that it is time to review something different this time - Trespass winter hat . The model that we have is twisted female hat but to be honest there is nothing that really that distinguishes it from universal hats that can be worn by both man and women.

Rivacase 7450 messenger bag - the best under $50

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Rivacase 7450 messenger bag - 2021 test and consumer feedback We have been using the  Rivacase 7450 messenger bag for more than two years now and it has been a good companion for our photography and videography gear.  After a thorough inspection this week we came to the conclusion that the bag is still in like new condition even though it was carried around to many locations and had to survive in different conditions.  Rivacase 7450 back side

TP-Link AC1300 Archer T4U dual band wireless adapter

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TP-Link AC1300 Archer T4U dual band wireless adapter - test and review We have bought and tested many TP-Link devices in the last couple of years and most of them left very positive impressions. Today we are reviewing another of their products, dedicated to fast wireless technology - the TP-Link AC1300 Archer T4U dual band wireless adapter. This USB adapter is the perfect add-on for desktops and laptops with low-end Wi-Fi card for improved range and speed of the wireless network. 

TCL 43DP628 Smart TV - product features and specifications

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Product features and specifications of the 43-inch Smart LED TV TCL 43DP628 Black Friday passed by but now the Christmas holidays shopping season is now open. And of course one of the most desired products these days are televisions. That is why today we will be taking a closer look at a very nice and yet affordable 43-inch 4k Smart TV -  TCL 43DP628 . 

Asus ZenFone 8 camera setup - is it any good?

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Few days after the Asus ZenFone 8 unboxing we test its cameras - 8k video performance and sample photos We had the Asus ZenFone 8 for couple of days now and we decided it is time for a full camera test - front selfie and rear dual-camera setup. We will share with you video samples in Full HD, 4k and 8k, as well as some sample photos. 

Microsoft Comfort Mouse 4500 - versatile tool for the office

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Reviewing the popular Microsoft Comfort Mouse 4500 in 2021, after being on the market for over 10 years Microsoft Comfort Mouse 4500 is really a classic among computer accessories with more than 10 years after it was first released and it is still for sale today. The great combination of comfort, performance and value for money ratio ensured the great success of the Comfort Mouse 4500 over the years.  Today we will take a closer look at the  Microsoft Comfort Mouse 4500 and how it stands among some of its 2021 competitors. 

DJI Mavic Air 2 and Panasonic Lumix S5 - the perfect weekend companions

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DJI Mavic Air 2 and Panasonic Lumix S5 - photographers and videographers will really appreciate this combo on weekend trips to beautiful destinations Today we want to share our impressions with tow of our perfect photo and video companions when traveling to beautiful weekend destinations - the  DJI Mavic Air 2 drone and the full-frame mirrorless camera Panasonic Lumix S5 .  These two seem to be an awesome combo for landscape photography and for capturing beautiful moments in the nature. 

Asus ZenFone 8 - worth the premium price?

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Unboxing video and first impressions of the Asus ZenFone 8 smartphone. Is it really worth the asking premium price or is it yet another ordinary phone? Asus ZenFone 8 smartphone after the unboxing We got our hands on the  Asus ZenFone 8 smartphone for the very first time today and as usual we did a quick unboxing and first impressions video to share our thoughts on this new flagship device from Asus. We were really surprised to see the high MSRP of this phone while lacking some (at least for us) modern smartphone features. Today we will also share detailed images of the phone itself, the package contents and everything that is interesting about this product.  

Philips Multigroom MG5720 - good enough for 2022?

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Is the Philips Multigroom MG5720 good enough trimmer to buy in 2022 - our consumer opinion I have been using the  Philips Multigroom MG5720 hair clipper and trimmer for two years now and it has done a good job for my personal needs. The fact that it was used at least once per week throughout this period and it still works fine means that it is a quality made product as well. Since we bought the Philips Multigroom MG5720 many new trimmers from this brand came on the market but the Multigroom MG5720 is still for sale on a good price. 

JVC LT-32C485 TV with DVD player

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JVC LT-32C485 TV with built-in DVD player - product price and specifications Today we are taking a closer look at one old school product that would be quite rare to see in tech stores these days - a combo TV with built-in DVD player, the  JVC LT-32C485 . That is basically a 32-inch LED TV with HD resolution, combined with built-in DVD player for those of you who are still using CDs and DVDs. 

One year with the TP-Link Tapo P100 Wi-Fi smart plug

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Consumer review of the TP-Link Tapo P100 smart plug after one year of use Almost a year passed since we bought and tested for the first time the  TP-Link Tapo P100 Wi-Fi smart plug so it is time for our long-term review and first-hand consumer impressions.  To start with, we have to admit that will be a positive review since we didn't have any issues with this product and it worked as intended and served its purpose properly.  We used the Tapo P100 mostly in the winter season to turn on and off a heating device remotely. This saved us time and of course had positive impact on the electricity bill.

Juventus clock - product overview

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Juventus clock - consumer product test and short review As you have probably noticed, we like to review all kinds of interesting products on our site. Since we have big Juventus fans around here today we will be taking a closer look at one very interesting looking Juventus clock .  This product is dedicated to the famous Italian football club from Turin.

JVC LT-32CA790 Full HD Android TV

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Product overview of the 32-inch Full HD Android LED TV JVC LT-32CA790 JVC LT-32CA790 is an interesting TV that falls in category that is not among the most desired these days, with mid-size screen and without 4k resolution (just Full HD).  In contrast the LT-32CA790 has one very strong features - it is a Smart TV with Android interface. 

TTEC SoundBeat Plus wireless headset

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TTEC SoundBeat Plus wireless headset - product price, features and specifications TTEC SoundBeat Plus is definitely not a worldwide popular product but could be found on some Eastern European locations at a good price.  The TTEC SoundBeat Plus  wireless headphones have an intelligent remote control and microphone, easy to carry magnetic design. TTEC SoundBeat Plus - video It has automatic switching between calls and music and up to 12 hours of battery life. With an excellent musical experience with crystal clear sound and powerful bass.

Logitech M171 wireless mouse - product review

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Product specifications and consumer review of the cheap wireless mouse Logitech M171 Is the  Logitech M171 the best small wireless mouse? Definitely no, we wouldn't put among the best in class for couple of reasons that we will explain shortly.  But first of all who is the  Logitech M171 for? Basically, we would recommend this mouse to those of you who need budget and reliable mouse on the go for their laptop. 

Grundig 43 CUE 200 TV

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Grundig 43 CUE 200 TV price, features and product specifications Grundig 43 CUE 200 is the TV in focus today. This mod-range 4k TV with Smart TV features is offered on the European market at a very competitive price of around 400 Euro.  Here are the main features and specs of the TV:

Strong SRT24HC3023 - cheap small LED TV

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Strong SRT24HC3023 - product price, features and specifications Many of you wouldn't even pay attention to a TV with such mediocre specs but it is all up to your needs and some consumers need small, affordable TVs just like the  Strong SRT24HC3023 .  This is a pretty basic 24-inch TV set with HD resolution and pretty simple design. In today's review we will take a look at its specs and price.

Toshiba 43UA2B63DB 4k Smart TV reviewed

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Consumer product overview of the 43-inch 4k Smart LED TV Toshiba 43UA2B63DB Black Friday 2021 is close and many of you will be targeting new LED TV among the numerous offers that we will see these days. It may become quite hard to take the decision for which one to buy, based on the most important features that you need.  That is why here at Test and Review will spend some more time on TVs, discussing different sizes, price categories and of course product specs. So, today our focus is set on the  Toshiba 43UA2B63DB which is a 43-inch 4k Smart LED TV offered on adequate price on the UK market. 

Toshiba 50UL2B63DB 4k Smart TV

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Toshiba 50UL2B63DB - product review of the 50-inch 4k Smart TV Toshiba 50UL2B63DB is one of the affordable 4k LED TVs in UK that got popular in the last couple of months.  Probably that is due to the fact that it offers good set of features and also many consumers believe that the 50-inch size is a great balance of big screen TV and display for home cinema. 

ASUS Dual Radeon RX 5500 XT EVO - good enough for 2022?

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Is the ASUS Dual Radeon RX 5500 XT EVO graphics card good enough performer for next year - our opinion ASUS Dual Radeon RX 5500 XT EVO is the graphics card that we have been using for almost a year now and we have no major complaints from this product. Considering its affordable price the RX 5500 XT EVO performs on a good level for our daily tasks like photo and video editing.  

Samsung EP-TA200 fast charging travel adapter

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Samsung EP-TA200 fast charging travel adapter - product specs and overview Samsung EP-TA200 is the fast charging adapter that I am using for my Samsung Galaxy Note 9 for the past 2 years. That is basically a 15W USB Type-C travel adapter that used for fast charging for various Samsung products.

HP EliteBook 745 G5 - consumer opinion after 3 years

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Consumer opinion about the HP EliteBook 745 G5 laptop after 3 years By modern standards I wouldn't call the  HP EliteBook 745 G5 an ultrabook but it is definitely a laptop. And yes, I do have some negative impressions about this laptop after using it for almost 3 years but it is not all bad.

100 000 km with Opel Vectra C - consumer feedback

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We have done some 100 000 km with the Opel Vectra C and here is how it went Opel Vectra C , what a car that is, German engineers did again! Yes, for some of you such statement may sound like a bit too much but have probably never owned one of these.  So, in today's story we will share our impressions after having the 1.8 petrol hatchback Opel Vectra C for 100 000 km. 

Philips FC8779/09 vacuum cleaner - product review

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Consumer product review of the silent Philips FC8779/09 vacuum cleaner with bag  Silent performer, that is how Philips describes the FC8779/09 , a powerful vacuum cleaner with energy-efficient motor and lots of useful features. Here are some of them:

Panasonic DMW-BLK22 Lithium-Ion battery

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Product specifications and consumer feedback for Panasonic DMW-BLK22 Lithium-Ion battery used on our Lumix S5 In series of reviews we shared our feedback about the amazing Lumix S5 but we have never paid much attention on the battery used for this full frame mirrorless camera.  Panasonic DMW-BLK22 is the Lithium-Ion battery used in the S5 and today we will share our consumer thoughts about this product.

Problems and issues with Candy washing machines

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Consumer feedback after using a Candy washing machine for more than 5 years The fact that we are reviewing a washing machine that made it for over 5 years and is still running fine is a positive way to start this consumer feedback. Today we will be discussing problems and issues that we had with our Candy washing machine and share general consumer feedback about the product. 

Airelec electric convectors - consumer feedback

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Our real-world consumer feedback for the Airelec electric convectors that we have used - Tactic and Tactic Pro Airelec electric convectors We have been using Airelec electric convectors for many years now and they did a pretty good job for those cold winter days and nights.          We bought the very first Airelec convector so long ago that I don't even remember when (over 5 years) and it still works just fine. And after so many years of service we decided that it is time for proper consumer review of the Airelec Tactic and Airelec Tactic Pro that we have.  Airelec Tactic and Airelec Tactic Pro - our feedback We have the Tactic electric converter for (believe it or not) over 10 years now. it is a 1500W unit and it heats rooms at home that are big up to 15 sq.m. I believe bigger rooms with higher ceilings may have problem and would require at least a 2000W model.  To be honest, we never had any issues with the  Airelec Tactic ET15 except for setting the correct level for the t