Nick Guy

2 months ago | wsj.com | Nick Guy

I used to think robot vacuums were an aspirational product only for the very rich, like Ferrero Rocher or Jacuzzis. But in the past decade, for almost any home. As we've found in , you can spend $1,000 on a top-of-the-line robovac, sure, but you can also get a great household helper for a quarter of the cost. One problem remains, however: Most people still need at least one more vacuum, whether that's a for target cleaning or a for furniture, nooks and crannies and the car, or all of the above.

2 months ago | wsj.com | Nick Guy

It feels like blasphemy to admit it, but I've never been an air fryer guy. Despite my love for kitchen gadgets — see my takes on and a as proof — I've never owned or even tested a dedicated air fryer. I figured my toaster oven's air fryer function was close enough, even if it never got things quite as crispy as I wanted. The last thing I was looking for was another appliance taking up even more of my limited countertop space.

2 months ago | wsj.com | Nick Guy

I’ve been professionally reviewing iPad cases since 2011, and in that time, I’ve seen it all. One thing I’ve learned is there’s no single best case for every iPad user. The right model depends on a combination of factors, including who’s going to be using the tablet and for what, as well as aesthetics. But a case is a good idea regardless of how you’re using your iPad. After all, it’s really just a giant sheet of breakable glass with an easily scratchable and dentable aluminum shell.

2 months ago | wsj.com | Nick Guy

The discounts reflected in these deals may no longer be available. Now that the glow of the winter holiday season has passed, our favorite brands and retailers have launched their first sales of the year for the Presidents Day weekend. These deals start early, with many beginning on Valentine’s Day, and some even go through the end of February. The Buy Side staff has spent countless hours researching to bring you only the deals that are worth your time and money.

2 months ago | wsj.com | Nick Guy

The discounts reflected in these deals may no longer be available. Memorial Day is, of course, . It’s also the unofficial start of summer, even if the solstice is still a few weeks away. As always, the Buy Side staff is busy finding the best deals for you to shop and save this holiday. Rather than throw every sale at you, we’ve meticulously sorted through our existing tested and expert-recommended picks to find the products actually worth buying this Memorial Day.