«SMARTchars» by Anna Kovaleva: a humorous cozy fantasy in the world of magical capitalism. Review by ITC.ua
Imagine a world where magic is no longer something incomprehensible and mysterious. Witches, goblins, fairies, mermaids, vampires, or gnomes have their own chaotic magic. But people have also learned to use it, creating controlled magic. In the novel by the young Ukrainian writer Anna Kovaleva «SMARTchary», this same magic has long since become a…
IMIKI Ring smart ring review: smart minimalism on your finger
Nowadays, anything can be «smart»: a camera, a vacuum cleaner, a doorbell, and even a ring. The latter option has been filled with electronics for a certain amount of time, but budget smart rings have appeared relatively recently. In this review, using the example of the IMIKI Ring smart ring, we’ll see if this gadget […]
«No Man’s Land» Yana Valyetova: A post-apocalyptic tetralogy about a destroyed Ukraine. Review by ITC.ua
Ukrainian writer Yan Valetov is not very well known to modern readers. At the same time, the author has published quite a few books, including the once popular «No Man’s Land» series about post-apocalyptic Ukraine, released in 2008. However, judging by Valetov’s past, his low popularity at home is not very surprising, since he was…
Nothing Phone 3a review: a smartphone that stands out
Only at the beginning of the year, we wrote about an interesting smartphone Nothing Phone 2a Plus, and its successors, the Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro, have already appeared on the market. In this review, we’ll take a look at the younger device, learn about its new features, and see the unchanged elements that […]
«Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology»: A must-read for technology fans. ITC.ua review
Humanity rarely thinks about, and often simply does not know, the crucial role of chips, which have actually created the modern world. The fate of entire countries, their past, present, and future positions in geopolitics are linked to chips and depend on their creation and printing, as well as on the extremely complex and expensive […]
Xiaomi 15 Ultra smartphone review: the new king of mobile photography?
This year, the Chinese giant released the Xiaomi 15 Ultra photo flagship. It is a continuation of last year’s device with a giant «puck» behind, which hides various surprises for those who like to shoot and film on their phones. The fresh flagship costs a lot, but it is able to compete with new iPhones […]
«Stakhanov Movement» Roman Budanov: a detective fiction horror about Donbas. ITC.ua review
In our book reviews, there is a significant increase in the number of works by Ukrainian authors, and I really like it. Especially when I get my hands on a new cinematic sci-fi detective horror novel «Stakhanov Movement» by Roman Budanov, a current military man and former screenwriter. It is also a socio-cultural book about […]
Doogee Blade 10 Ultra smartphone review: affordable, secure, thin
There are a lot of ruggedized Chinese smartphones, and they are all more or less similar to each other. However, we seem to have found a new model, Doogee Blade 10 Ultra, which has a nice price tag, looks adequate, and most importantly, is relatively thin and compact, of course, for this segment. In this […]
«Witch King» Martha Wells: if you’re tired of standard fantasy. Review by ITC.ua
The American writer Martha Wells has repeatedly won the «Hugo», «Locus», and «Nebula» awards for her science fiction and fantasy novels. And although the author started strongly with fantasy, in Ukraine she is mostly known for her«Killerbot diaries» — space fiction about a humanized android. In 2023, the writer returned to her roots and…
Oneplus 13 smartphone review: the best choice for those who don’t want an iPhone or Samsung?
The well-known Chinese company Oneplus has recently introduced its new flagship Oneplus 13. We received it for review, conducted tests, played with it, took pictures, and are now ready to share our impressions. The appearance of the novelty is almost the same as its predecessor, and the hardware has not been completely updated, but this […]
«Tress of the Emerald Sea» Brandon Sanderson: a magical fairy tale for adults, or something more? ITC.ua review
In 2022, the popular American writer Brandon Sanderson launched a company on Kickstarter. The author wanted to publish four secret solo novels in his popular Cosmer universe, which he wrote during the COVID-19 pandemic. In one day, he raised $41.75 million (!), which set a new record for the platform, and went to prepare the […]
POCO X7 Pro smartphone review: mobile gamers will be happy
The POCO brand has long been known for its smartphones for mobile gamers, where attention is focused on hardware. At the same time, these devices cost relatively little money, but the manufacturer often overlooks other important components. For example, we have already reviewed POCO X6 Pro. The brand new POCO X7 Pro is no exception, but […]
«Wolf Lands» by Natalia Zarudnyuk: Ukrainian «Witcher»? ITC.ua review
Contemporary Ukrainian literature continues to develop. Personally, I am pleased that we have young fantasy authors whose books definitely deserve to be read. I’m also glad that various Ukrainian publishing houses are increasingly taking on novice authors, and they are publishing more and more fantasy. Today we’re going to talk about…
Logitech G PRO X TKL RAPID review: ultra-fast magnetic keyboard for gamers and more
Logitech has a well-known series of gadgets for gamers called Logitech G. It is in this line of devices that the new Logitech G PRO X TKL RAPID keyboard was released. It is important to emphasize the last word here, which means «fast», or its variations. Because here we have a keyboard for gamers with […]
«Daughter of the Deep» Rick Riordan: a new look at Jules Verne’s classic. ITC.ua review
American writer Rick Riordan is best known for his series of fantasy novels about the teenage demigod Percy Jackson. The author also has various series of books about teenagers and gods from other mythologies. But until recently, I did not know that he has a single novel outside the «Daughter of the Deep» series, dedicated […]
Anker Solix C300X charging station review: mobile energy, but for whom?
The modern choice of charging stations is very large. They can be giant on wheels, vertical, horizontal, with additional batteries and removable lights. For example Anker Solix C800Xwhich we recently reviewed. Also, charging stations have begun to be made small and yet powerful enough and with a relatively large capacity. For example EcoFlow RIVER…
«Imaginary friend» Stephen Chbosky: Stephen King at his best. Review by ITC.ua
The American writer Stephen Chbosky is best known for his teenage novel «The Perks of Being a Wallflower» and its film adaptation of the same name, where the author was the screenwriter. In general, he is more involved in the film industry, writing screenplays, etc. But in 2019, the writer released his second book, «Imaginary […]
Sony ULT Wear review: headphones for bass maniacs
In the modern world of headphone manufacturers, Sony is definitely not the last one. Their models are mostly designed for a mass audience, as they have universal high-quality sound and a neutral design for everyone. For example, they have full-size ULT Wear headphones (Sony WH-ULT900) in the mid-range segment. They say that they are able […]
«Ghoulslayer» and «Gitslayer»: heroic, dark fantasy in the world of Warhammer. Review by ITC.ua
The Warhammer universe is very large. Of course, first and foremost, it is a series of board games, and only then come computer games, books, etc. Of particular note is a huge inter-author book series under the auspices of The Black Library — a division of Games Workshop that publishes everything related to Warhammer. In […]
Logitech POP Icon Combo review: retro look and feel, but what about comfort?
For some reason, I’ve always had little confidence in the quality of mouse+keyboard sets. It seemed to me that it was usually something super-budget and of dubious quality, bought by those who didn’t care what they were using. This is probably true for the most part, but Logitech has changed the rules of the game. […]
Anker Soundcore Space One Pro headphones review: flagship bass and the ability to customize the sound
Anker is probably best known for its power banks, power supplies, USB hubs, and other similar devices. But this manufacturer has been producing other different gadgets for a long time. For example, we recently reviewed their interesting charging station Anker Solix C800X and there were also materials about audio devices from the Soundcore series.…
«The Ritual» Adam Neville’s Ritual: when ancient horrors awaken. Review by ITC.ua
English writer Adam Neville is widely known in the West for his horror novels. Finally, his works have begun to be published in Ukraine. Thus, the publishing house «NK-Bogdan» has released his probably most popular horror book «The Ritual», and another work by the author is planned for this year. The novel has an atmospheric […]
«Amazon Unbound: Jeff Bezos and the Invention of a Global Empire»: the success story of a man and a company that changed the world. Review by ITC.ua
At the beginning of the year, we shared our impressions of a book on Amazon by authors Natalie Berg and Mia Knights called «Amazon and the future of e-commerce». It was a detailed study of the company’s successes from a business perspective, but there was almost no Jeff Bezos or company history in the classic […]
FIFINE AmpliGame D6 review: affordable stream deck with great features and a real competitor to Elgato
Gamers, streamers, bloggers, and various digital content creators are using more and more useful devices to make their lives easier. The hero of our today’s review, the FIFINE AmpliGame D6 controller, is one of them. It is an affordable variation on the popular Elgato Stream Deck model. It is designed to help in various computer […]
«Jarek’s World» Elia Barcelo: space social fiction «old school». ITC.ua review
The Ukrainian reader is probably not very familiar with Spanish literature. At least not in the genre of space fiction. I hope you know their wonderful contemporary writer Carlos Ruiz Safon, or at least Miguel de Cervantes, but the name of Elia Barceló will definitely not tell you anything. However, in 2024, the publishing house […]
Nothing Phone 2a Plus review: is it really a top, or nonsense with a bright design?
Nothing continues to produce smartphones that attract attention at least visually. For example, we had Nothing Phone review (1). And this time we will talk about the new mid-range device Nothing Phone 2a Plus. The gadget is an updated version of the best-selling Nothing Phone 2a model, and the manufacturer claims that it has improved […]
«Kaidashev family vs. zombies» Oleksiy Dekan: the walking dead vs. Ukrainian classics. ITC.ua review
In the West, the mashup genre has been played with in literature for a long time. It is a combination of a work of classic literature with a variety of fantastic elements, assumptions, etc. Mashups became quite famous in the 2009 novel by American writer Seth Grahame-Smith «Pride and Prejudice and Zombies», which was made […]
Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K review: a gaming mouse for those who don’t accept compromises
The Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse has been around for several years, but now it has an updated version with the 35K prefix in its name. The novelty has a more advanced sensor, and most importantly, the manufacturer decided not to touch the other working elements of the model that work and make it […]
«The Stranger Times» by Cam McDonnell. A British fantasy detective story that surprises and makes you laugh. ITC.ua review
British humor doesn’t go down well with everyone. Some people like it, and some don’t, but I think I know the formula for the exact success of books from Foggy Albion — mystery, supernatural, and detectives. And when all of this is combined in one book, and with quality humor, it’s hard to refuse. It […]
EcoFlow RIVER 3 UPS charging station review: six ports and 600 watts of power in a small package
We have already reviewed a stylish and powerful charging station Segway Cube 1000 and now we’ll take a look at the new and compact EcoFlow RIVER 3 UPS with an updated design and full-fledged UPS functionality. The well-known manufacturer has not only made a number of improvements, but also retained the features that users have […]
Editor’s choice: ITC.ua names the gadgets and components of 2024
There is very little time left until the end of the year, so this year the editorial team decided to identify the best things of 2024. This will be a series of articles where we will name the gadget of the year, the game of the year, the movie and TV series of the year, […]
«Empty Graves» Taras Melnyk: a successful debut or a passable mystery detective? Review by ITC.ua
The «KSD» publishing house has released a debut mystery novel by a young Ukrainian writer Taras Melnyk. This is the creative pseudonym of a scientist and historian, and now a military man, Serhiy Tymofiyko. He has already published books before, but at first it was online literature, and then several paper editions, but as part […]
Xiaomi 14T review: a sub-flagship that will definitely surprise you!
At the beginning of this year, we already wrote about the photo flagship Xiaomi 14, and now at the end of it, we’re talking about the new sub-flagship Xiaomi 14T. The smartphone comes at a significantly nicer price than the older version, but overall, it boasts nice specs and camera capabilities. We’ll dive into all […]
«Aurora Rising»: epic launch of a space opera or just a pretty cover? ITC.ua review
The first installment of the popular space opera series for young people «Aurora Rising», was published by «RM». Its authors, the Australian duo Amy Kaufman and Jay Kristoff, have previously become famous in the West for their other series, The Illuminae Files. It’s not clear why they didn’t start translating it here, but it’s…
Lenovo Legion H600 gaming headphones review: everything a gamer needs, and finally without RGB!
Today we’re taking a look at the Lenovo Legion H600 Wireless Gaming Headset (GXD1A03963). This model is sure to appeal to gamers who don’t consider RGB lighting a must-have feature for every gaming device. They prefer minimalist designs that don’t stand out in the room but still offer some handy features and capabilities. The…
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor review: the coldest champion, or a new hit for workstations
Although bloggers’ opinions on the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K were divided, this processor managed to become a bestseller (too few of them were brought to Ukraine) upon release, and at the time of writing the review it is a scarce product. What did the new architecture bring, what impact does the 3-nanometer technical process […]
«Sea of Tranquility» Emily St. John Mandel: a fascinating chronofiction that you must read. ITC.ua review
There are a lot of novels about time travel, but somehow it happened that ITC.ua reviews almost never mentioned them. Only the recent «Recursion» Blake Crouch. So it’s time to make amends, especially since today we’re going to talk about «Sea of Tranquility» by Emily St. John Mandel from Vivat — one of the best […]
Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review: the company’s first mechanical keyboard with candle swap function and noise isolation
Last year we reviewed the full-size gaming keyboard Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro. Since then, the company has released a smaller 75% version. So, meet the Razer BlackWidow V4 75% — a more compact, but equally intriguing option for all enthusiasts of gaming mechanical keyboards. On this model, the manufacturer has successfully experimented, as the…
Xiaomi OpenWear Stereo headphones review: a compromise model with a bright design
Modern TWS headphones can be in-ear or in-ear. There are also those that are equipped with behind-the-ear mounts and are called open-type models. Usually, such headphones are more often made for sports, but not always. For example, the brand-new Xiaomi OpenWear Stereo look spectacular and bright, and stands out for their noise-canceling function,…
«The Right of the Strong» Konstantin Valde Ulyanov. A world ruled by power. Review by ITC.ua
Dark fantasy is a wonderful genre that, in my opinion, opens up this area of fiction with interesting and complex themes such as the ambiguity of Good and Evil and a realistic representation of human vices. I’m sure you know without me that there are incredible world-famous authors like Joe Abercrombie, George Martin, Andrzej Sapkowski,…
Review «S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl». We have not waited in vain!
The release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 logically created a huge buzz around the world, without exaggeration. Of course, the project, long-awaited by millions of players, was most popular in Ukraine. However, this classic review will focus on the game itself. ITC.ua has already had material about the technical state of the game. I will also touch…
«Nhagas Who Extract Their Hearts» Lee Yondo: a bright fantasy with an Asian soul. Review by ITC.ua
We have already written about the trilogy of Asian fantasy «Sketches of steel» by Polish writer Arkady Saulsky. And now we have another fantasy story «Nhagas Who Extract Their Hearts» directly from Asia by the South Korean author Lee Yongdo. This is a series of four books, the first volume of which was published in […]
Logitech MX Ergo S review: is it worth choosing a trackball over a mouse?
ITC.ua reviewed a strange and unusual device called Logitech MX Ergo S. It looks like a mouse, but unlike the latter, it does not require hand movements on the table. When using a trackball, the cursor moves across the screen thanks to a built-in ball that moves with your thumb. This design is designed to […]
«The Heat Will Kill You First»: why heat will become the main enemy of humanity. Review by ITC.ua
It is probably best to read about the heat from June to August. In the summer of 2024, the sun was hotter than ever, and the temperature rose to record levels not only in Ukraine but all over the world. Nevertheless, the book «The Heat Will Kill You First» by «Bearded Tamarin» is worth reading […]
Nubia REDMAGIC 9S Pro review: a powerful flagship for mobile gamers
In late spring, we reviewed a top gaming smartphone REDMAGIC 9 Pro. And this month, its successor, the gaming flagship Nubia REDMAGIC 9S Pro, which is positioned as the most powerful smartphone for mobile gamers, officially entered the Ukrainian market. We have already tested the new product, figured out its differences from its predecessor, and…
«Recursion» Blake Crouch: When Memory Changes the World. Review by ITC.ua
We have already told you about two science fiction novels by the famous American writer Blake Crouch «Dark Matter» and «Upgrade». And now let’s talk about the book that the author wrote right in between — this «Recursion» from the publishing house «RM». Once again, the reader is presented with Crouch’s signature fantasy and…
FIFINE Tank 3 microphone review: high-quality sound at home
We have already written about an affordable and high-quality microphone with a pantograph FIFINE TAM8. And now it’s time for another model from the same manufacturer called FIFINE Tank 3. It no longer has a gaming design and no RGB backlight. The microphone still costs relatively good money, can record voice perfectly, and looks versatile.…
«The Puppet Masters» Robert Heinlein: a cult novel about aliens. ITC.ua review
The trend for body mountains turned out to be far from modern, as people wrote similar stories in the middle of the last century. For example, in his 1951 novel «The Puppet Masters», the prominent American writer Robert Heinlein created an Earth where slug aliens from Titan landed. They took over the human body by […]
Garmin Fenix 8 smartwatch review: the best companion for an active life
At the end of summer, Garmin introduced the new Fenix 8 smartwatch. This series was an unusual step for the manufacturer, as now the Fenix line includes the combined Fenix and Epix series, with new software and hardware features. For example, the watch now has a version with an AMOLED screen, a built-in speaker and […]
“Symphony of the Road” by Oleg Karachevsky: a bicycle journey through the post-apocalypse. Review by ITC.ua
I don’t believe in fantasy collections these days, but there are more and more of them. We have already written about «Palimpsest» Charles Stross and now we’ve come to a collection by the Ukrainian author Oleh Karachevsky called «Symphony of the Road». Is it better than «Palimpsest»? Definitely not, but it would be strange and…
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