«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…
Review of Ajax DomeCam Mini and TurretCam cameras and Ajax NVR: a smart security system with video surveillance
The Ukrainian company Ajax Systems is known for its wireless security system, stylish and minimalist products. However, relatively recently, Ajax has introduced new, importantly, wired products that also focus on video surveillance. I’ve been testing some of them, DomeCam Mini and TurretCam cameras, as well as the Ajax NVR, for over a month…
«Night House» Jo Nesbø: playing with reality and King’s motifs
Norwegian writer Jo Nesbø is widely known for his Scandinavian detectives and thrillers. But recently, he decided to play on the field of Stephen King and other authors who create fantastic horror stories. Jo Nesbø wrote «The Night House» — a mystical horror about a teenager set in a small town in the 1980s. I […]
Redmi Pad SE 8.7 tablet review: a budget choice for every day
We have already reviewed a large mid-range tablet Redmi Pad Pro. And now we’ve come to the budget compact Redmi Pad SE 8.7. It’s a tablet for schoolchildren, and not only does it have some problems because of its category, but the price tag is nice, which creates a certain balance between the former and the […]
«Black Phone» Joe Gill: short stories that leave a lasting impact. Review by ITC.ua
This year, Vivat Publishing House published a collection of short stories «Black Phone» by the famous American writer Joe Gill (son of Stephen King). This book was the first in his career and was published in 2005 under the title «Ghosts of the Twentieth Century». It brought the author fame and several serious awards, including […]
HUAWEI Freebuds 6i review: a new standard for TWS headphones?
Last year, we wrote about headphones Huawei FreeBuds 5i. And now we have reached the successor model of HUAWEI Freebuds 6i, which was released in Ukraine in the summer. The manufacturer promises good battery life, Hi-Res certification, and with it improved bass and noise reduction, but the design has hardly been touched. We have already […]
«Salem’s Lot» Stephen King: Is the horror classic still relevant half a century after its release?
On October 3, a new adaptation of Stephen King’s novel of the same name «Salem’s Lot» was released on HBO Max. This is the fifth attempt to transfer the second novel by the King of Horror, which was published in 1975 after the famous work «Carrie». We will definitely have a review of this movie, […]
OPPO Enco X3i review: the perfect balance of quality and comfort
Not long ago, we wrote about new fully wireless headphones OPPO Enco Air 4 Pro. It was a mid-range device that surprised us and received a good rating. Now we have OPPO Enco X3i — TWS headphones in our hands, which are a segment higher. So what are they better at, what do they come with, […]
«Upgrade» Blake Crouch: is humanity ready for an upgrade? ITC.ua review
Recently, we told you about a science fiction thriller by the popular American author Blake Crouch «Dark Matter». We also have review of the series based on it. And today we’ll talk about the writer’s latest novel, and the last one at the moment, called «Upgrade», which was published by «RM». This is another classic […]
Logitech G Litra Beam LX review: a smart lamp for bloggers
Recently, we wrote about the microphone Logitech G Yeti GX— a universal model for podcasts, streams, and YouTube channels. The hero of our today’s review, the Logitech G Litra Beam LX, will also help in the latter two cases. It’s a smart, compact LED light that will help those same bloggers or streamers look better on […]
All Tolkien’s books in Ukrainian: from «The Silmarillion» and «The Lord of the Rings» to «Beren and Luthien» and biography of the writer
On August 29, Amazon Prime launched the second season of the controversial and ambiguous series «The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power». It takes place thousands of years before «The Hobbit» and «The Lord of the Rings» — in the Second Age. At that time, Sauron deceived the elves and created the rings […]
Segway Cube 1000 review: a station that will charge everything
Segway is primarily known for its electric vehicles. But it turns out that they also have a series of charging stations, one of which we will look at today. Although this is probably very logical given the features of their main products. The Segway Cube 1000 stands out for its stylish design, which is inspired […]
Logitech G Yeti GX microphone review: a versatile model for podcasts, streams, and YouTube channels
In 2018, Logitech bought Blue Microphones, the manufacturer of the legendary Blue Yeti microphones. They continued to be produced in this form until mid-2023, when production was shut down. But they did not do this forever, but to rethink the legacy of the Blue Yeti and produce something new under the Logitech G brand. And […]
«Alphabet for Android» Alexei Dekan: a fantastic anthology about the relationship between humans and robots. Review by ITC.ua
Despite my skeptical attitude toward short story collections, there are more and more of them in the contemporary book world. And I’m only talking about the fiction genre, which is definitely experiencing a new wave of popularity in Ukraine. Just recently we wrote about the collection «Palimpsest» by the famous British writer Charles…
«All These Worlds Are Yours» John Willis: an interesting story about the search for life in the Universe. Review by ITC.ua
The search for extraterrestrial life is an important but so far fruitless endeavor. So it is not surprising that a lot of time, money, and research is devoted to this topic. We have recently talked about the book «Oceans outside the Earth» by Kevin Peter Hand from «Bearded Tamarind», and she explored the same question. […]
Logitech G309 Lightspeed review: wireless mouse with flagship sensor and hybrid switches
In July 2024, Logitech introduced the new G309 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse. The model is in the mid-range price range, has a bright backlit design, hybrid optical-mechanical switches, and runs on a battery. However, it is possible to use it without it, but you will have to pay extra for it. We have already tested […]
«Vengewar» by Kevin J. Anderson: a bright edition, dragons and epic dark fantasy. Review by ITC.ua
At the end of 2023, we wrote about the book «Dragon’s backbone» by American writer Kevin J. Anderson. This dark fantasy novel «under Tolkien» is part of the trilogy «Awaken the Dragon». Mediason Publishing has already released the second book, «Vengewar». It’s just as beautifully done, with detailed pictures, maps, and a cool…
Gelius Amazwatch GT3 review: budget smartwatch with AMOLED screen and IP68 protection
ITC.ua has already reviewed affordable secure watches Gelius Tactical Navy. At the time, I liked it a lot, of course, for its price, but I wanted an AMOLED screen, and there was an IPS one. And now the Ukrainian brand Gelius has released a new budget watch, the Amazwatch GT3 (GP-SW010), with an AMOLED display. […]
«Cyberjunk. Neon Stories» Serhiy Pyltyai: Kyiv of the future, hackers and corporations. Review by ITC.ua
A few days ago, the winners of the Eurocon awards, the annual European science fiction convention, were announced in Rotterdam. There is also the «Crisalis» award, given to a writer or artist who has made a strong statement with their debut work. This year, along with other authors, it was awarded to Ukrainian author Serhiy […]
Redmi Pad Pro tablet review: the perfect balance of performance and price
Redmi is known not only for its affordable and mid-range smartphones. The brand also has some good tablets, and we just got a chance to review their latest product, the Redmi Pad Pro. I can already say that at an average price, the tablet surprised us with its screen, performance, and usability. Of course, there […]
«Leap into the Abyss» by Andriy Voron: Ukrainian space opera with a Warhammer 40000 flavor. Review by ITC.ua
Young Ukrainian fiction is definitely flourishing and developing. Along with other Ukrainian publishers, «TUT» plays in this field and is doing very well. We have already written about «Synthesis» by Eliel Drake, which was published by the same publishing house. But if I had many questions about that book, I have almost no questions about…
OPPO Enco Air 4 Pro TWS headphones review: 12 hours on a single charge, ANC and high-quality sound
ITC.ua reviewed the brand new OPPO Enco Air 4 Pro TWS headphones. This is a mid-range model with interesting features. For example, it has one of the best noise canceling functions, as well as incredible battery life. We also have disadvantages, because they are everywhere, and read more about these headphones in our review below. […]
«Dark Matter» Blake Crouch: a sci-fi thriller worth reading
Recently, the series «Dark Matter» was released on Apple TV+ streaming, and we already had a review of it review. This TV show is an adaptation of the science fiction novel of the same name by the famous American writer Blake Crouch. Of course, a book is always better than a TV series or movie […]
2E PSPLW300 review: portable 300W solar panel in a convenient form factor
Despite the temporary improvement in the electricity situation, everyone realizes that this problem will continue for quite some time. In this case, people are looking at charging stations, large batteries, inverters, and solar panels. The latter are installed in a variety of places, including balconies, roofs, windows, etc. To understand the…
«Fighting Falcon. The History of the F-16»: A comprehensive story about the most popular military aircraft in the world
For several days now, news has been circulating on the Internet about the alleged appearance of an American F-16 in the sky over Ukraine. Every Ukrainian is waiting for this legendary «Fighting Falcon», without exaggeration, and hopes for a better future are associated with it. And there is a lot to look forward to, especially […]
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