Guides

Plain-language buying guides

Short explainers on the things people ask about before they buy: how much power a charger needs, what a waterproof rating means, how to set up a desk so it is comfortable. We link to products from our list where they fit, and every guide says plainly that we have not tested them.

• How many watts does your USB-C charger need?5 min readA plain-language guide to charger wattage, cables, power banks and travel adapters.
• IPX7 vs IP68: what waterproof ratings actually mean4 min readHow to read IP codes on speakers, what they cover and what they do not.
• A better video-call setup: camera, microphone and light5 min readThe order of upgrades that makes the biggest difference on video calls.
• Desk ergonomics on a budget6 min readScreen height, arm position, mouse and breaks, and the cheap accessories that help.
• How to tame a messy desk and cable clutter4 min readA step-by-step way to clear cable clutter and give everything a home.
• Earbuds or headphones? How to choose5 min readBattery, fit, noise cancelling and what to check in a listing.
• Mechanical keyboards for beginners5 min readSwitch types, layouts, hot-swap sockets and wired versus wireless.