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Readers compare and contrast the Galaxy S20 lineup
Engadget readers review the Samsung Galaxy S20 lineup.
Real users give feedback on the Fitbit Charge 4
Users talk about their experiences with the recent Fitbit Charge 4.
How some early adopters feel about Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip
Galaxy Z Flip owners share their experiences with this unique clamshell phone.
Our readers get real about their issues with the AirPods Pro
Engadget users give us the scoop on how the AirPods Pro fared in the real world.
Apple fans weigh in with their Watch Series 5 reviews
Do the incremental upgrades to Apple's fifth-generation smartwatch make it a worthwhile purchase for users? Our readers weigh in.
Animal Crossing fans get real about the fictional NookPhone
The NookPhone from 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' may be fake, but our readers have very real feelings about it.
Our readers find Nintendo’s Joy-Con controllers a crushing disappointment
Engadget readers weigh on the notorious "drift" of Nintendo's Joy-Con controllers.
Readers tell us why the Echo Show 5 is their ideal smart display
How users ranked and reviewed the Echo Show 5 vs its competiton.
Readers tell us why they chose the Amazon Fire TV Stick
Curious about purchasing an Amazon Fire TV Stick? Readers share their experiences with the device.
Our readers think the Pixel 3a is a first-rate budget phone
Our user reviews share what they love most about their Google Pixel 3a phones.
Engadget readers look back on the original iPad
Today is the tenth anniversary of the iPad, which means… you are probably not reading this post on an original iPad. So let’s take a look back at this game-changing device’s legacy with Engadget readers.
How well did the Xperia 1’s super tall screen work for users?
When our reviewer Chris Velazco took a look at Sony's oddly proportioned flagship last summer, his reaction was mixed, to say the least. It looked weird, but was comfortable to hold. The 4K screen was beautiful, but unnecessary on a smartphone, especially one with such a small battery. Ultimately, Chris declared the phone impractical for everyday use.
Users tell us what keeps the XPS 15 from being the perfect laptop
Dell's XPS 13 has long been one of our favorite laptops here at Engadget, but its bigger 15-inch sibling isn't too far behind in the rankings. In reviewing last year's model, Cherlynn Low was pleased by its gorgeous display, the improved keyboard travel and the laptop's powerful Core i9 processor. She was also happy to see the webcam was moved to the top of the screen, after previously sitting at the bottom with a good view up her nose during video calls.
The PlayStation 2 turns 20 and our readers have feelings
The PlayStation 2 came out in Japan 20 years ago today, with Sony selling 155 million units over a lifespan of almost 13 years. It's actually the best-selling console of all time, which means it's likely quite a few of you owned one and have strong feelings about it. Which is great, because the PS2 was released four years before Engadget even existed — we celebrated our 16th birthday this week — and we never gave Sony's second console generation the full review treatment. While you can check out my thoughts on the PlayStation 2 as a DVD player, for a deeper dive we're turning to the user reviews left on our PS2 product page. Between its long lifespan and impressive library of games, you had some interesting things to say.
A look back at the triumphs and stumbles of the original Kindle
Amazon released the original Kindle back in 2007. In the years since, the devices have managed to peak, go mainstream and then get largely replaced by tablets and smartphones. Amazon's first Kindle was 7.5 inches tall with a high-contrast screen, an SD slot for additional storage and a 3G connection that permitted users to access its "Whispernet" data network to download books on the go. It sold out in less than six hours, quickly cementing its position as the leading e-reader on the market. About two months ago we asked readers to look back and review the first-generation Kindle, more than a decade after its release. Here's what they said about the device, from the hardware to the book selection.
Readers share their fondest memories of the original Xbox
Think back to 2001: Lifehouse's "Hanging by a Moment" was (inexplicably) the No. 1 song. NASA launched the Genesis space probe. Enron filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was released in theaters. The first click-wheel iPod went on sale. And Microsoft released the first video game console made by an American company since the Atari Jaguar. Despite competing against the PlayStation 2, Sega's Dreamcast and the Nintendo GameCube, the first Xbox would go on to sell over 24 million units. We asked readers to review the console that kicked off the critically acclaimed FPS classic Halo; here are their memories, thoughts and opinions on the hardware and its best software features.
The best user reviews of 2019
Every week, we ask our readers to tell us their thoughts on a different product or device -- because no one knows better than the people who have purchased and used these things for weeks, months or even years. Last year we received 650 reviews and scores on everything from cars and robot vacuums to smartphones and graphics cards, detailing what you loved... and what you most certainly did not. Below, in no particular order, are excerpts from the best reviews our users posted in 2019:
Readers weigh in on what makes the OnePlus 7 Pro a worthy contender
With the release of the 7 Pro, OnePlus showed it learned from the mistakes on the 6T: The company kept everything that users loved about the previous model while addressing its most glaring issues. Senior Editor Richard Lai was pleased to see that the dewdrop notch of the 6T had been replaced by a pop-up front camera; that the fussy fingerprint reader had become faster and more responsive; and that the 7 Pro maintained a sleek design with ambitious features. But was it enough to satisfy those who actually bought it? Here's what our user reviewers had to say about their experiences with the $549 device.
Our readers on the Powerbeats Pro's best features
Though Beats was a little late to market with its first true wireless earbuds, this year the company debuted a set designed for a comfortable and secure fit: the Powerbeats Pro. With its over-the-ear hook construction, chunky charging case and speedy H1 chip the Pro impressed senior news editor Billy Steele, largely thanks to its solid battery life, sound quality and ambidextrous onboard controls. However, imperfections like its Lightning charger, unwieldy case, and overbearing treble kept the Pro's score to an honorable 86. Users scored the Pro more sternly and gave the Powerbeats Pro a much lower rating of 71.
Readers explain why they like Samsung’s Galaxy Buds more than we did
Though he's reviewed more than a dozen audio products for Engadget this year alone, senior news editor Billy Steele hasn't found any he disliked more than Samsung's Galaxy Buds. They earned a pitiful 69 from Billy, who was endlessly frustrated by their tap controls and lack of features. They took too long to pair and he wasn't impressed by the audio quality either. However, our users actually rated the earbuds higher than we did, awarding the Galaxy Buds an average score of 74. Here's what they had to say about their experiences with the buds as long-term users.
