David Herbert

Among the various modules that Schiit Audio makes, the Jotunheim 2 is its fully balanced headphone amp designed to incorporate an internal modular DAC, making it a standalone headphone DAC/Amp. Equipped with the company's own True Multibit DAC Module, this is quite a different device from the other Schiit modules that work in stack configurations. Should this standalone device be your next music source to upgrade your home office? Let's dive in to find out.

Can the ZenFone 8 start a new revolution for small flagship phones? And how does it play out in the long run? Let's dive in to find out.

The French watchmaker YEMA is right on the money when it announced its crowdfunded project: the YEMA LED KAVINSKY Limited Edition Watch. There is no other watch like it on the market right now. Its aesthetics screams gimmickry but its quality is backed by a renowned watchmaking company. How does this hype worthy project play out in real life? We went hands-on to find out.

After reviewing the M17, which was designed with the purpose of being the 'one mobile device that does it all', we have the pleasure of now looking closely at the K9 Pro, which can be seen as a desktop device that does it all. Can it really redefine the classic audiophile's idea of 'the bigger the stack, the better the sound'? Let's dive in to find out.

Numerous environmentally-friendly footwear that were launched on crowdfunding platforms have been featured on IBTimes, but so far, they were almost exclusively streetwear, which has less demand when it comes to performance. With the release of the B.EASE Suspended basketball shoes, we see for the first time an attempt at producing performance athletic shoes.

Clean air is one of those commodities that you're not aware of until you lose it. When you relocate from a suburban environment to an urban office, and the city's stuffy air becomes your new habitat, or when hay fever season hits, these are the moments when pure and unadulterated air is sorely missed.

Finally, Sennheiser now brings the HD 660S as the German audio maker's latest offering of the series. Can it continue the winning streak they've been on since the release of the HD 600 in 1997 - more than 20 years ago? Let's dive in to find out.

Does the physical QWERTY keyboard aesthetics still have a place in a world of full-touch screen phones? Unihertz believes so, and so does more than 3,400 backers on their Unihertz Titan Pocket crowdfunding campaign. So what does using a phone with a physical mobile keyboard feel like in a world of touchscreens? Let's dive in to find out.

As smart devices continue to advance, one thing that remains the same is the need for a data/power cable. Especially if you want high speed data transfer, like videos and photos, and a fast battery recharge rate, wireless just doesn't cut it. Let's face it: everyone has had at least one experience of being crippled because they didn't have a USB cable on hand.

What can one expect from Focal's more accessible models, like the new Clear MG and Celestee? And more importantly, how does their sound compare with their more expensive siblings: the Stellia and Utopia? Let's dive in to find out.

A microphone that sets itself apart is the Axino Synergy Core from the Bulgaria-based tech company Antelope Audio, which comes with a microphone suite so powerful that, with one microphone, you can effectively model multiple microphones in different recording situations. Can the Axino really be the microphone that satisfies all the needs of a content maker? Let's dive in to find out.

When you have companies like Theodore who promises to vastly improve the whole tailoring experience by replacing the nominal tailoring process with the ease of a smartphone app. Can smartphone technology really replace the personal touch of an experienced tailor? Let's dive in to find out.

The Finland founded sneaker company Rens address the need for sustainable apparel in their Rens Original, which promises to be sustainable, comfortable, weather-proof as well as high performing. Is it too much to promise for its virgin voyage? We dove in to find out.

We were already impressed with the beautiful timepiece that was the Withings Steel HR, what else will the new FDA approved health monitoring ScanWatch bring to the table? Let's dive in to find out.

Having spent time with the Suunto Traverse Alpha, then Suunto 7, what will the new Suunto 9 Peak bring to differentiate itself from the rest of the smartwatch population? Let's dive in to find out.

The SPL Phonitor xe is an example of how a product developed for the professionals can be a godsend to music purists. Originally meant for sound engineers to master music on headphones, it promises to deliver an amazing listening experience for music lovers. Just how good does music sound on it? Let's dive in to find out.

I was surprised at my first encounter with the LCD-2 Classic because of the large standard issue travel case that came with the headphone. Since these headphones are large in size and not really built to be worn on the run - it got me curious: under what circumstances would someone carry it around? I dove in to find out.

Looking like the baby brother of the SM7B, it promises to offer amazing vocal capture while only needing a single USB cable. Can the MV7 do justice to the iconic microphone that it was inspired by? Let's dive in to find out.

What makes the new 11T Pro fit for professionals? Is it a well-deserved title, or is it just a marketing ribbon? Let's dive in to find out.

Can a long time watch admirer, first timer watchmaker really succeed in putting a watch together? Let's dive in to find out.

We've seen what TRIWA can do with molten illegal arms, but what can they do with Ocean plastics? We dive in (pun intended) to find out.

Being the first Nura in the TWS earbud form factor, the big question is: can it still offer enough of the Nura-ness to make another special impact to the headphone sphere? Let's dive in to find out.

Developing headphones that are fun enough for children to happily use, while promising to protect their hearing. How do their new range of BuddyPhones play out in real life? Let's dive in to find out.

Just how much premium features can TCL pack into the 20L+ smartphone? And is it good enough to replace the flagship phone that's in your hands? Let's dive in to find out.

So far we have featured wool-based shoes from Portugal, hemp-based shoes from Italy, and today we are going hands-on with a pair of corn-based sneakers from France made by MoEa. How do these animal free sneakers fare compared to the traditional leather ones? Let's dive in to find out.

Why is Sony still topping the charts with the fourth generation of its WH-1000XM series? Is it a well deserved reputation or is it just brand loyalty? We go hands-on to find out.

Portable power banks are nothing new, and might even be an everyday carry for those who seek heavy duty phone use. However, power bank makers are now looking towards the next level of portable power solutions that can power more than phones, but kitchen appliances, P/A systems - or even electric cars, and more!

Docking stations come in handy - either as a remedy for laptops already showing age, or for the longevity of your laptop. We're looking into the Kensington SD5600T docking station to see just how much a docking station can improve one's set up in their workspace.

The Amazfit GTS 2 Mini: a miniature edition of its older sibling makes a lot of sense on paper, but how does it play out in real life usage? Let's dive in to find out.