Commandos: Origins review — mission «nostalgia» (un)possible in 2025?
If you look at the name Commandos: Origins, you might think that we’re looking at another prequel-reboot that tries to capture nostalgia without crumbling under the weight of the past’s merits. We left our doubts behind, plunged behind enemy lines with the old guard, and are now ready to answer the question: did Origins manage…
Renault Taliant test drive: the value of simplicity
You won’t see the Renault Taliant in the open spaces of France or in Macron’s motorcade. It has a different purpose, which makes it valuable for our market, given the success of the Renault Logan in previous years. Renault has been conquering our market for years. Competent loan programs, loyal prices and the right approach […]
MSI GeForce RTX 5070 12G GAMING TRIO OC review: the battle for the midrange segment
In 2025, the graphics card market is going through another stage of evolution, and NVIDIA is keeping up with the trends by introducing a mid-range model in the Blackwell lineup. Today, the MSI GeForce RTX 5070 12G GAMING TRIO OC has arrived for editorial review, which has been awaited by gamers looking for good performance […]
MSI Pro MP275 E2 monitor review: affordable FullHD with thin bezels
MSI pleases with monitors in the budget price category. We have already reviewed MSI Pro MP252 E2 for 4199 hryvnias. However, it’s time to take a look at its «older brother». Today we are reviewing the budget FullHD IPS 27-inch monitor MSI Pro MP275 E2. First of all, it stands out for its 120 Hz […]
Movie review «G20»
On April 10, the Prime Video streaming service released the action movie «G20» starring Viola Davis and Antony Starr. Davis played the main role of the US president and also produced the movie. What is the result of the next version of «Die Hard» and even with a political tinge — we will tell you […]
Review of the seventh season of the series «Black Mirror»
After a few years of silence, «Black Mirror» returns with a new, seventh season, and, as always, it hits the nail on the head. Even before the premiere, the series creator Charlie Brooker promised a return to the roots, but with an experimental approach, new genre solutions, and… the first sequel in the project’s history. […]
Movie review «Drop»
Starting from April 10, everyone can watch the thriller «Drop» on the screens of cinemas in their city. According to the official poster, this movie is from the producers of «Megan» і «A Quiet Place», which includes the names of Jason Blum and Michael Bay, respectively, as well as the director of «Happy Death Day» […]
Movie review «The Amateur»
On April 10, cinemas started showing the spy thriller «The Amateur», which is based on the 1981 novel of the same name by Robert Littell. This is the second attempt by filmmakers to bring Littell’s work to the screen after the Canadian adaptation of the same name, which premiered shortly after the novel was published, […]
«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 […]
2E EB19 review: an electric bike without pathos, but with character
Electric bicycles are becoming increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts, urban dwellers, and those looking for an environmentally friendly and convenient vehicle. In this editorial review, we will try to understand whether it is advisable to buy the 2E EB19 model, whether it will find its place in the leisure activities of a wide range of…
Samsung Galaxy Buds3 review: competitors to AirPods or not yet?
Samsung has been producing headsets as an additional accessory to its smartphones for many years. At one time, they even bought one of the famous brands of music equipment — AKG. And they did it to improve the sound quality of the bundled headphones. Today, we’re going to take a look at Galaxy Buds3, a […]
The Last Of Us Part II Remastered: an ultimatum experience on PC or a new problematic PlayStation port?
The Last Of Us Part II Remastered was quietly released on PC. Not noticing Sony’s hectic marketing campaign, I was expecting a repeat of the disastrous launch of the first part. However, Naughty Dog and Nixxes pleasantly surprised me and the rest of the players. The second part of the story about humanity and the […]
The first acquaintance with Cupra Terramar: emotion in details
The premium brand Cupra presented a new model of the brand in Kyiv — the Cupra Terramar crossover, which has become a rare but stable phenomenon, once every seven years, to be exact. This is the fifth model of the company and the largest in the model line. The VW Group has built the longest […]
Review of the animated series «Devil May Cry»
In 2001, the world saw the Devil May Cry game, and since then, Dante’s name has become almost a saint among fans of stylish slashers. Years pass, the franchise is periodically updated, fans never tire of arguing which part is better, and Netflix, with its animation department and an unquenchable love for adaptations, decides to […]
Movie review «Arcadian»
On April 3, a post-apocalyptic horror film «Arcadian». The film will feature the already quite faded, but still unquenchable star of Nicolas Cage. And where he is — you can expect anything — from low-budget bloody fun to completely unrecognizable transformations, as, for example, in last year’s sensational horror «Longlegs».…
Movie review «A Minecraft Movie»
On April 3, cinemas began showing the adventure fantasy comedy «A Minecraft Movie» based on the mega-popular sandbox video game Minecraft, which was released in 2011. The trailers promised us a colorful, lighthearted blockbuster with a star-studded cast, designed for the whole family to go to the movies. In the review below, we tell you…
Movie review «Small Things Like These»
The drama «Small Things Like These» starring Cillian Murphy has been released in cinemas on 3 April. The film was directed by Tim Milance, with whom the Irish actor has worked on the set of the hit series «Peaky Blinders» (2013—2022). The plot is based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Irish […]
«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 […]
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI motherboard review: strong «middle ground» between two lights
MSI TOMAHAWK motherboards are positioned in a popular segment with an optimal balance of price, performance and features. The new MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI based on the AMD B850 chipset for the AM5 socket continues this tradition, offering modern technology at a reasonable price. In this editorial review, let’s try to figure out…
People’s PC of the Month (April 2025)
This time, in the «People’s PC of the Month», we have put together a budget build that is ready to perform any task. Its price shouldn’t worry anyone, because, as you know, the average ITC.UA reader has at least an RTX 4090 on board their PC. Motherboard: Gigabyte Z790 AORUS XTREME X ICE — Price: […]
Renault Duster Mild Hybrid test drive: practicality in a new dimension
At first glance, it seems unrealistic: this expatriate Renault Duster couldn’t have jumped between generations like between galaxies. Only we got a modern, versatile crossover with optimal content and not for all the money in the world. Of course, the most interesting things about Renault Duster are not immediately apparent. You need to spend…
Movie review «Holland»
On March 27, Prime Video premiered a thriller with elements of satirical black comedy «Holland» starring Nicole Kidman, Gael Garcia Bernal and Matthew Macfadyen. Kidman also co-produced the film, and in the review below, we offer to find out what the Australian-American star and her fellow filmmakers managed to do in the end. «Holland» Genre…
Movie review «A Working Man»
On March 27, the audience will once again see the film with expendable, indestructible and unscathed Jason Statham in the new action thriller «A Working Man». The script of the film, inspired by the novel Levon’s Trade (2014) by American writer and comic book author Chuck Dixon, was written by David Ayer and Sylvester Stallone. […]
«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 […]
Atomfall review. British S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Fallout New England, or something more?
If you read the headline, you might think that Atomfall still hasn’t decided what it wants to be. An identity crisis? In fact, it’s just an echo of the comments from players who were looking forward to the March 27 release. We put aside our preconceptions, moved deep into the exclusion zone in Windscale, and […]
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 […]
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9070 GAMING OC review: energy efficient mid-range video card
In 2025, the graphics card market is going through a real turning point. AMD has introduced a new mid-range graphics card that is in direct competition with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. In this editorial review, we take a closer look at the GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9070 GAMING OC’s specifications, performance in real-world games, energy […]
Apple iPhone 16e review: better to pay extra for a regular 16
Apple kept the previous iPhone SE 3rd generation model as the most budget-friendly smartphone for quite a long time. Time goes on, the design of the iPhone 6-8 had to be changed. And in the spring of 2025, Apple introduced a replacement for the SE series — the iPhone 16e. Today, we’ll take a look […]
OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G review: flagship experience or marketing gimmick?
OPPO Reno13 Pro 5G loudly declares about itself on paper: space speed, a fantastic display, comprehensive AI integration, and powerful battery life that will outlast even your longest TV shows. We tested the gadget and found out whether it’s really a breakthrough or just another hype with a very high price tag. Technical specifications of…
Toyota LC Prado test drive: from glamor to refined practicality
This legend has such a reserve of confidence in the love of the consumer that it can afford everything, but at the same time it values its qualities and carries them through generations. Despite its simpler form, Toyota LC Prado has retained the basic functions for which it was adored, but has become closer to […]
CompX Stalker 2_350 gaming PC review: an abnormal bribe for a gamer
CompX Stalker 2_350 is designed for true connoisseurs of modern technology and, most importantly, for fans of the cult series S.T.A.L.K.E.R. who want maximum immersion during the game. With ray tracing and graphics at their best. In this review, we will check if this build meets the expectations of demanding gamers, evaluate its performance and…
Review of the second season of the series «Severance»
The second season of «Severance» is not just a continuation of the hit Apple TV+ series. It’s a journey into the deeper darkness of corporate hell, where every choice, every action, and even your memory itself is no longer yours. The first season set the bar for a psychological thriller and made us think, and […]
Movie review «Novocaine»
On March 20, the comedy action movie «Novocaine» starring Jack Quaid was released in theaters. Just last month, the star of «The Boys» lit up in a psychological sci-fi thriller «Companion», and now the next novelty with his participation is playing on the big screens. Quaid’s partner on the set was Amber Midthunder — in […]
Movie review «Snow White»
On March 20, cinemas started showing the musical fantasy film «Snow White», which made a lot of noise even before its premiere. This is a film adaptation of the classic 1937 Disney cartoon «Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs», which, in turn, was based on the fairy tale of the same name by the Brothers […]
Movie review «Flight Risk»
On March 20, the action thriller «Flight Risk» starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery and Topher Grace was released in cinemas. Mel Gibson is responsible for the production. The film is arriving in Ukrainian theaters with a noticeable delay and has already received reaction from audiences and critics, and it leaves much to be desired. We…
Technical review of Half-Life 2: RTX — nostalgia shattered by rays
The cult game Half-Life 2 became a real breakthrough in 2004, thanks to its revolutionary physics, exciting storyline and atmospheric world. However, time does not stand still, and even classics need to be updated. Half-Life 2 RTX is an ambitious fan project in collaboration with NVIDIA that uses RTX Remix technology to give the game […]
«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 […]
Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus review: new leaders among flagships?
Recently, ITC.ua reviewed the newest Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. It’s time to look at two more models of the flagship S25 series — Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus. Let’s take a look at the performance of Snapdragon Elite in a small body, check out Gemini AI, and evaluate the capabilities of the cameras. […]
Assassin’s Creed Shadows review. Exceeding expectations
Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, which is the fourteenth game in the series, has probably gone through the most difficult development period of all the major projects in the franchise. After the full announcement and the first trailer in May, only the lazy did not criticize the game. It seemed that Ubisoft had stepped on every possible […]
ASUS ProArt P16 laptop review: an attempt to find a creative balance between performance and portability
Can a 16-inch laptop be both a productive and lightweight tool for professionals? Let’s try to find out, because ASUS ProArt P16 (H7606WI) arrived for editorial review, which, in addition to design tools, is equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, and a 4K OLED touchscreen […]
EVOLVE PoweredBy MSI 5H+ gaming PC review: stylish FullHD for lazy gamers
Many gamers don’t want to waste time and risk assembling a computer on their own. It is this category that may like the EVOLVE PoweredBy MSI 5H — gaming PC in white colors. In this review, we’ll try to figure out whether it’s worth paying for a pre-built system. Technical specifications of EVOLVE PoweredBy MSI […]
Movie review «Black Bag»
On March 13, cinemas began showing the spy thriller «Black Bag» starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. The names of the performers alone, as well as Steven Soderbergh’s direction, make you pay attention to the new product and hope for a good movie. Let’s find out whether it is really so in the review below. […]
Movie review «The Electric State»
On March 14, Netflix premiered the sci-fi adventure mega blockbuster «The Electric State», based on the 2018 graphic novel of the same name by Simon Stalenhag. With the Russo brothers, who worked on the super spectacular «The Avengers», in the director’s chair, and the film’s budget reaching an impressive $320 million, the project…
Movie review «In the Lost Lands»
On March 13, the post-apocalyptic fantasy action movie «In the Lost Lands», based on the story of the same name by George R.R. Martin, was released. The film was directed by the famous video game fan Paul W.S. Anderson, which means that the main role was automatically assigned to his wife Milla Jovovich. The Kyiv […]
Movie review «The Bayou»
On March 13, the British horror film «The Bayou» was released in theaters, in which a group of survivors of a plane crash will try to survive in the Louisiana swamps teeming with alligators. What kind of beast is this, this next one? a horror story about a fanged danger underwater and on land, as […]
«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 […]
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