Category Archives: Popular Mechanics

The Best Paper Shredders Destroy Sensitive Documents in Seconds

Posted on 19 June 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

Get rid of personal data, credit cards, medical information, old IDs, and CDs securely… By turning them into confetti. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics.

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The Fellowes Powershred LX220 Is a Home Office Shredder That Pros Can Rely On

Posted on 10 June 2026 by Stewart Wolpin

It shredded everything we threw at it, quickly and smoothly, without missing a beat. Read the rest of this review here at Popular Mechanics.

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The 9 Best Refrigerators to Keep Your Food Fresh and Organized

Posted on 15 September 2025 by Stewart Wolpin

We gathered the latest picks from popular brands like Samsung, Maytag, and more. Read this report here at Popular Mechanics.

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The Best 4K TVs Bring Everything You Watch and Play to Life

Posted on 19 August 2025 by Stewart Wolpin

With all the great shows on right now, and the temptation to binge every single item on your watchlist, it’s no wonder you’re thinking about upgrading your TV. Luckily, there is no shortage of options. In fact, there are so many … Continue reading →

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These Slide Viewers Are An Easy And Affordable Way to Rediscover Memories

Posted on 12 February 2025 by Stewart Wolpin

Nostalgia (or newstalgia) lovers can now enjoy pictures from 35mm slides and similar film negatives with this compact gadget. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics.

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The 6 Best Smart Home Hubs of 2024

Posted on 23 February 2024 by Stewart Wolpin

There are dozens of smart devices—light bulbs, locks, displays, doorbells, security systems, indoor/outdoor cameras, thermostats, appliances, plugs, blinds and shades—that are all vying for a place in your 21st century home. Read the rest of this roundup here at Popular Mechanics’ sister site … Continue reading →

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The 10 Best 4K TVs That Guarantee a Great Viewing Experience

Posted on 8 December 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

It’s admittedly hard to detect any real differences between the dozens of bright and colorful big screen 4K TV models available now, whether they’re arrayed on a wall in a store, along shelves at your local retailer, or online. Some TVs are … Continue reading →

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Our 9 Favorite 15-Inch Laptops

Posted on 30 June 2023 by Stewart Wolpin

How small is too small for a laptop computer? How big is too big? A laptop with a 15- to 16-inch display, measured diagonally, is the just-right size for many—the most convenient convergence of productivity versus portability. Read the rest of this … Continue reading →

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Self-Emptying Robot Vacuums That Save You Time and Effort

Posted on 12 August 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

If your personality is more fastidiously neat Felix Unger than chronically messy Oscar Madison (the two mismatched roommates of the ‘70s hit TV show, The Odd Couple) then you might not mind the chores of vacuuming or mopping. Most folks, however, dread dragging … Continue reading →

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The Best Rechargeable AA and AAA Batteries

Posted on 9 May 2022 by Stewart Wolpin

Despite what that cute Energizer bunny thinks, batteries won’t keep going and going indefinitely. Before you know it, you’re reaching for a tiny screwdriver to pry open the battery cover on toys, the remote control, or dozens of other power-hungry gadgets … Continue reading →

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