Buying guides

The best stuff I’ve tested

Roundups and head-to-heads where I put the options side by side and tell you which one I’d buy.

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Best Ergonomic Keyboard: I Tried Every Type for 1 Year

Mechanical, low-profile, curved split and tented split keyboards, tested for a year for wrist and finger pain. The one I use most isn't the 'most ergonomic' one.

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Best Ergonomic Mouse: Standard vs Vertical vs Trackball After 1 Year

I used a standard, a vertical and a trackball mouse for a year to fix wrist and forearm pain. The answer surprised me: don't buy just one.

Comparison

Best Carry-On Luggage (2026): I Tested All 4 Types

Aluminum, hard-shell, vacuum compression or roller backpack? I travelled with all four. Here's which carry-on type fits how you travel.