Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max true wireless earbuds are a high-tech marvel: Earbuds are one of the most popular categories that I write about, and several weeks ago I wrote about an old-school wired pair. This week I have what are likely the most advanced earbuds on the market. They redefine what is possible with their combination of high-tech and...Read more

Q. I am interested in the LED light treatment for my skin but don't like the idea of wearing a tight-fitting mask. Do I have any other options? Have you been happy with the treatment?

—L.K., Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania

A. I've been very pleased with the results from LED, and am glad I found another treatment process since I had to discontinue ...Read more

An awesome $349 Klipsch Bluetooth speaker for $79.99: I found this deal on the Klipsch Gig XXL speaker when I was looking for a wireless speaker for a friend. My mouth dropped open and I started spreading the word, and in the 24 hours since then multiple friends and family members have purchased a Gig XXL for themselves. I'm hoping many of my ...Read more

Q. I have Meze 99 Classics headphones that I use with my Apple headphone adapter, which plugs into the USB-C port of my iPhone. Everything sounds great, but I am wondering if I add a high-end amplifier DAC headphone adapter like the GO Link if it would be worth the $60 to $80 investment.

—J.T., Milwaukee

A. I do think you would hear an ...Read more

Q. I was looking at the Andover Audio Songbird HR streamer you wrote about and saw the FreePlay speaker on their website. What do you know about it? I need a portable speaker like this for listening outdoors, in the kitchen and in my garage. I like the looks but don't know much about the brand or the speaker.

—D.K., Wexford, Pennsylvania

A. ...Read more

Neakasa Magic 1 Vacuum Steamer a game-changer: I once had a compact Rowenta steamer I used at home and when traveling. Sadly, I did not use it very often. I was never truly happy with the results, so using it was not worth the effort and it added weight and bulk to my bag. I also had a home steamer with a pole that held the steam wand and hose ...Read more

Q. I haven't seen any recent updates on your 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, which you have featured before in the column and your website. I know that Alfa Romeo discontinued the plug-in hybrid drivetrain (PHEV) and replaced it with a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. I also read that Alfa Romeo USA is not a priority for Stellantis. However I am seeing ...Read more

Soft serve ice cream and frozen drinks at home: Earlier this year I tested the Gourmia 2-Quart Automatic Soft Serve Ice Cream and Frozen Drink Maker, which was selling at Costco for $199.99. The review will eventually go on the cooking website I am working on, but I was still looking for an opportunity to mention it in this column. When I ...Read more

Q. I have a 1980s-vintage audio system with KEF speakers and an NAD receiver. I love my system but would like to play music from my phone to listen to Spotify and Amazon Music, like I do in my car. I am not interested in a cheap $25 Bluetooth receiver from Amazon. Can you recommend a premium Bluetooth receiver for my system? I can spend up to $...Read more

Mooka M200L Air Purifier delivers high quality and clean air at a bargain price: If your newspaper ran the picture I submitted with the column, the dog is my little guy Beni! You can read more about him on mylittlegabby.com, a personal website devoted to my two dogs. Beni is a very special little guy and thriving at 16 years old, having just had...Read more

Keep your summer road trip rolling: Vacation time is here, and here are two products that make your automotive journeys more safe and secure year-round.

First is an upgrade of one of last year's best-received products, the Wolfbox jump starter/compressor. These compact, rechargeable devices combine a fast and accurate automatic air compressor, ...Read more