Review of the series «Constellation»
On March 27, the Apple TV+ service finished showing the sci-fi thriller «Constellation», starring popular Swedish actress Noomi Rapace. In the review below, we will tell you what prevented this project from becoming a prominent representative of the declared genre. «Constellation» Genre science fiction thriller Directors Michelle McLaren,…
«What’s Cooking in the Kremlin»: Culinary Nonfiction about Violence, Food, and Hunger
ITC.ua has already published materials about cookbooks The Elder Scrolls or byuniverse «Harry Potter». And soon there will be books on Fallout and the «Friends» series. The book «What’s Cooking in the Kremlin» is similar in theme, but still quite different. It is also about food, and there are even photos of various dishes and…
Impressions of Dragon’s Dogma 2. Game of the Year or victim of microtransactions?
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is one of the most anticipated games of this year. Since its release, the game has been caught up in a scandal related to microtransactions. I’ve played over 30 hours and am on the verge of the finale, but I decided to postpone the climax while the game allows it and explore […]
Anker Soundcore H30i review: affordable wireless headphones with high-quality sound and foldable design
Anker Soundcore H30i headphones were introduced in Ukraine at the end of February. We have already tested the new product, and now we share our impressions of listening to music on them, using them in games, on various devices in wireless and wired modes. I should note right away that I did not expect anything […]
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 headphones review: new sound in an old case
Today we review a new, fourth version of the popular audiophile wireless headphones Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless. We will consider in detail the features of the novelty, its innovations, sound and tell about the experience of using it for several weeks as the main headphones. Packaging and equipment The headphones come in a rectangular…
ASUS Zenbook DUO 2024 review: a combination of a Windows ultrabook and Apple iPad on Intel Core Ultra 9
Today we’re going to take a look at the ASUS Zenbook DUO 2024, which, although not a pioneer among dual-screen laptops, may be of interest to the audience of creative professionals. In addition to its unique design, generous configuration, and powerful hardware, the laptop has a few drawbacks and minor nuances that you will have […]
Jeep Grand Cherokee test drive: is the king back?
This is definitely one of the most anticipated, important, and interesting cars of recent months. The new generation of Jeep Grand Cherokee comes to Ukraine as the flagship not only of the model range, but also of the Jeep brand reboot: a challenging and crucial mission. Will the new Jeep Grand Cherokee cope with the […]
Movie review «Road House»
On March 21, Prime Video released the action film «Road House» directed by Doug Liman, whose filmography includes such popular action films as «The Bourne Identity», «Mr. & Mrs. Smith» and the sci-fi blockbuster «Edge of Tomorrow. This is a remake of the same name movie starring Patrick Swayze, which was released in 1989. In […]
Review of the series «3 Body Problem»
On March 21, on the Netflix platform took place the premiere of the sci-fi series «3 Body Problem», based on Liu Qixin’s trilogy «Remembrance of Earth’s Past». The project was created by «Game of Thrones» showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, who were assisted by screenwriter Alexander Woo. In the review below, we tell you…
Movie review «Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire»
The movie franchise «Ghostbusters» feels a bit strange today. You might even wonder how such a concept ever turned into a relatively small but still a series that even a separate company, Ghost Corps, is involved in. But in 2021, «Ghostbusters: From Beyond» proved that such a movie can look quite harmonious even in the […]
Trilogy «Remembrance of Earth’s Past» Liu Cixin: a cult series about the war between humanity and aliens
On March 21, Netflix premiered the sci-fi series «The Three-Body Problem». This is an adaptation of the first novel of the same name from the cult trilogy «Remembrance of Earth’s Past» by Chinese writer Liu Cixin. The first book won the «Hugo» award, and the third book won the «Locus» award, so these works are […]
Xiaomi 14 review: compact, balanced flagship
Recently, we wrote about a new affordable Chinese smartphone for mobile gamers POCO X6 Pro. Now let’s talk about the latest top-of-the-line Xiaomi 14. This compact smartphone is positioned as a photo flagship equipped with super-powerful hardware, so for some, it will undoubtedly be the best solution for their money. However, the price tag…
Sony ZV-1F review: an affordable camera for video blogs
At the end of 2023, Sony ZV-1F was officially introduced in Ukraine, a relatively affordable, compact camcorder that is positioned for beginner bloggers to shoot vlogs, videos on YouTube and other popular platforms. We have already tested the new product from a beginner’s point of view, shot videos and took photos, and now we share […]
TP-LINK Archer Air R5 review: ultra-thin router with Wi-Fi 6 for true aesthetes
A typical modern Wi-Fi router resembles the flattened head of a horned android with distinctive antennas, but TP-LINK Archer Air R5 is anything but. This is a unique model designed to curb the appetites of perfectionists and those who have little space in their apartment. We appreciated the router’s slim design, conducted several practical…
MSI RTX 4080 Super Expert review: a professional industrial design video card for work and beyond
The long-awaited «super» series has been replenished with the pre-top MSI RTX 4080 Super Expert, and we are ready to share the test results with you. In addition to the usual benchmarks in desktop programs and games, we tested local neural networks, measured the temperature, noise, and power consumption. Technical specifications of the MSI RTX…
LEXUS RZ test drive: a good LEXUS or an electric car?
The first electric car from LEXUS! It seems that even this wording alone is already able to attract the attention of some of the brand’s moneyed customers-fans. What will they get for their money? And in general, what are the advantages and disadvantages of the new LEXUS RZ 450e electric car? I’ll tell you all […]
Review of the series «Masters of the Air»
On March 15, Apple TV+ service finished broadcasting the military drama «Masters of the Air», which consists of 9 episodes and cost the creators at least $250 million. The plot of the series is based on the documentary book of the same name by Donald L. Miller (2007), which contains interviews of pilots and archival […]
Review of the movie «Rocky Road to Berlin»
Kuzma Scriabin is one of the most prominent artists of contemporary Ukrainian culture. His death in a car accident in 2015 left an indelible scar on the face of Ukraine’s music scene. At the same time, Scriabin’s legacy and his work continue to live on. The film «Me, Victory and Berlin» — is one example […]
Movie review «It Lives Inside»
On March 14, the supernatural horror film «It Lives Inside», which is the feature debut of Bishal Dutta, an American director with Indian roots. This film has nothing to do with James Wan’s famous horror franchise, which began with «The Conjuring» (2013), but it was produced by Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick of the acclaimed…
Skandar Series by A.F. Steadman: a fantasy series about teenagers and bloodthirsty flying unicorns
The book industry never stops looking for the next J.K. Rowling. Young authors often receive six-figure advances for their future bestsellers, and film companies buy the rights to film adaptations before the books are actually released. This is what happened to the young English writer A.F. Stedman. In 2022, she released the teen fantasy «Skandar…
Acer Nitro 16 review: an almost exemplary gaming laptop based on AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and NVIDIA RTX 4060
A classic, high-performance laptop for gamers, the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-41 (AN16-41-R86T) pleasantly surprised us not only with its gaming capabilities, but also with its battery life and good IPS display. Of course, there were a few serious compromises, which we will discuss in this detailed review. We tested the laptop in work programs, synthetic…
HATOR Skyfall 2 TKL PRO review: mechanical keyboard with PBT keycaps and quick key change
The Ukrainian brand HATOR has released an updated version of its flagship mechanical keyboard HATOR Skyfall TKL PRO. It was logically named HATOR Skyfall 2 TKL PRO, with new branded switches, «hot» swap function, etc. After a few weeks of use, we will analyze the pros and cons of the model, determine its tactile properties, […]
MSI RTX 3050 VENTUS 2X 6 GB review: the world’s most powerful graphics card with a TDP of 70W
Today we’re going to take a look at a brand-new baby with an eSports character — the MSI RTX 3050 VENTUS 2X 6 GB is quite a compromise, but despite its low theoretical performance, it made a good impression. We tested the new product in desktop programs, synthetic tests, video games, and also measured power […]
Hyundai Kona N Line test drive: well-balanced, but are there any emotions here?
Another compact crossover, but no less interesting because of it. First, it’s a popular brand and a well-known model that was originally designed for demanding customers. Secondly, a hybrid powertrain is hidden under the hood, combined with sporty hints of the opium package. Thirdly, there is a choice of several good packages and a wide…
Review of the movie «Ricky Stanicky»
On March 7, Prime Video premiered the comedy film «Ricky Stanicky» starring Zac Efron and John Cena. After a series of dramatic parts («The Greatest Beer Run Ever», «The Iron Claw»), the former returns to the genre of pure comedy, and the latter appears in such images that you could hardly see him before. In […]
Review of the movie «Damsel»
On March 8, Netflix released the fantasy film «Damsel», starring Millie Bobby Brown, the star of Netflix’s «Stranger Things» and «Enola Holmes». In this review, we tell you how the 18-year-old actress, who was still wielding a sword at the time of filming, confronted a fire-breathing dragoness in a dark cave and whether this unequal…
Review of the series «The Gentlemen»
Starting March 7, the crime series «The Gentlemen» by the famous English director and screenwriter Guy Ritchie will be available on Netflix. This is a spinoff of his feature film of the same name starring Matthew McConaughey, which can be safely called one of Ritchie’s best films, especially in recent years. In the review below, […]
«Power Play game: Tesla, Elon Musk, and the Bet of the Century»: the startup that created the world’s most popular electric cars
More and more Ukrainians are turning away from the name — Elon Musk. The man at the helm of the most prominent private space company in history is increasingly burying himself and the remnants of his already shattered reputation with new kinky posts on social media site X. Musk also runs Tesla. The game-changing automaker […]
POCO X6 Pro review: a powerful affordable smartphone for mobile gamers
In January, Xiaomi introduced POCO X6 Pro to the industry. The new iteration of the «popular» smartphone has an adequate price tag, modern design, and powerful hardware, but as usual, there are nuances with the camera. We’ve already tested the new product, played with it, taken photos, etc., and are finally ready to share our […]
Varmilo VPE87 Chang’e Review: Mechanical Keyboard with Pleasant Typing and Asian Aesthetics
At the beginning of the year, we already wrote about the new 65% keyboard Varmilo Minilo VXT67 with nice timing, but no software. And before that, it was Varmilo VCS87 Cliff-Bot. Now it’s the turn of the Varmilo VPE87 Chang’e — it’s another dream come true for fans of mechanical keyboards with Asian aesthetics, quick-change…
ASUS ROG ZEPHYRUS G16 2024 review: ultra-thin OLED ultrabook with Intel Core Ultra 9 and NVIDIA RTX 4090
It’s common to see flagship hardware in powerful gaming laptops, but ASUS ROG ZEPHYRUS G16 2024 is nothing like a typical gaming laptop. The slim metal body houses the new Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor paired with a 16 GB NVIDIA RTX 4090 graphics accelerator. Of course, the dimensions cause serious compromises with performance, […]
Verum Audio Verum 1 review: isodynamic headphones from the Ukrainian brand
Today we are reviewing planar full-size open headphones with an unusual design and interesting sound from the Ukrainian manufacturer Verum Audio. This is the debut model of the brand, costing $350. We’ll take a closer look at the headphones, tell you about our experience with them, and compare them to full-size headphones from other…
Review of the movie «Spaceman»
On March 1, Netflix released the sci-fi drama film Spaceman starring Adam Sandler. This is a film adaptation of the novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfar, published in 2017. In the review below, we analyze how the comedian Sandler coped with the dramatic role this time and what shocks his character will face during […]
Review of the movie Code 8: Part II
On February 28, Netflix released the sci-fi action thriller «Code 8: Part II» starring cousins Robbie and Stephen Amell. This is a sequel to the Canadian film «Code 8», which was released in 2019. In the review below, we explain why this modest pseudo-superhero movie feels quite confident, especially against the backdrop of the decline…
Review of the movie «Dune: Part Two»
Frank Herbert’s novels from the «Dune» — series are classic science fiction, and in many ways they remain unsurpassed even today. The series is based on many complex elements that are closely interconnected. To transfer something like this to the movie format — is an almost impossible task. But the first part of «Dune» by […]
What to read for Cyberpunk 2077 fans: «Trauma Team» and «Your Voice» comics
Six months have passed since the release of the add-on Phantom Liberty for Cyberpunk 2077, and I’m still impressed. Against this background, I watched the anime series released in 2022 «Cyberpunk: Edgerunners»and then caught up with the cyberpunk aesthetic in the excellent, but, in my opinion, severely overlooked series «Captain Laserhawk.…
Tecno Spark 20 Pro review: budget smartphone with 120 Hz screen, stereo sound and 108 megapixel camera
At the end of 2023, Tecno released the Spark 20 Pro, an affordable smartphone. We have already received the new product, spent several weeks with it, tested it, took pictures, played with it, etc. I can say right away that the phone is worthy for the money and is a serious competitor to other popular […]
Huawei Watch Fit SE review: ultra-lightweight fitness bracelet with GPS and Always-On-Display
Huawei has released an updated version of its quite popular Watch Fit fitness watch, but added the prefix SE- Special Edition to the name. Although the Huawei Watch Fit SE looks almost the same as the three-year-old model, it has updated sensors, features, and capabilities. We have been testing this fitness bracelet for several weeks, […]
GamePro MG650 review: ultra-budget gamepad with instant connectivity
An incredibly affordable controller with a dual mode, good battery life, and lightning-fast connectivity – GamePro MG650 doesn’t claim to be the best, but it’s a great value for the money. We tested the gamepad in synthetic programs, video games, evaluated the ergonomics, and looked for advantages and disadvantages. Package and…
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 review: MacBook in the world of gaming laptops
A slim, elegant, well-built, quiet, and beautiful gaming laptop sounds fantastic, but let’s take the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 as an example to see if it’s possible. Of course, the slim design has brought serious compromises, so let’s talk not only about the advantages of the device, but also about the main problems. We tested…
Honda ZR-V test drive: many advantages, only one drawback
The new Honda ZR-V crossover has become a rather unexpected novelty. However, it turned out to be a very pleasant novelty! In this detailed review, I will tell you everything about the Honda ZR-V: its history, driving experience, technical features, available and future configurations, real fuel consumption, and the car’s safety level. But I…
Review of the series «Avatar: The Last Airbender»
The original animated series about Avatar Aang, which aired on Nickelodeon, is considered a modern classic. It’s hard to find a person who doesn’t sincerely love it. At the same time, Avatar hasn’t turned into a big franchise, and there are relatively few separate works based on it. «Avatar: The Last Airbender» is…
Review of the movie «Robots»
On February 22, the official premiere of the sci-fi rom-com Robots starring Jack Whitehall and Shailene Woodley took place in Ukrainian cinemas. The plot of the film is based on the short story The Robot Who Looked Like Me by Robert Sheckley, which was included in the collection of the same name published in 1973. […]
Review of the movie Land of Bad
William Eubank’s new film Land of Bad brings together the Hemsworth brothers on the set, not the most famous one, who plays Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but Liam and Luke. Other performers include Russell Crowe and Milo Ventimiglia. In the review below, we explain why a decent cast does not save the day. […]
Review of the series Monsieur Spade
Recently, AMC TV channel has finished broadcasting the crime-detective thriller Monsieur Spade, the plot of which focuses on the character of the classic noir novel The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett. Responsibility for the title role was assigned to the 59-year-old British actor Clive Owen. In this review, we will tell you what kind of…
«Flights of Fancy. The Biology and Technology of Flight» by Richard Dawkins: Natural and Man-Made Ways to Defy Gravity
Today we are going to review the latest book by Richard Dawkins — a well-known evolutionary biologist and popularizer of science. The book, published in Ukraine by «Laboratoria», is called «Flights of Fancy. The Biology and Technology of Flight». As you can imagine, this is a popular science book. It explains how and why animals […]
Kivi KidsTV review: a smart TV for children with screen protection and the ability to decorate with a construction set
Today’s review is about a TV, but not just any TV, it’s a TV for kids. Let’s take a look at Kivi KidsTV — a 32-inch Full HD model with a body that can be used to mount a construction set, a shockproof screen, a built-in nightlight, and more. We have been testing this new […]
Anker SoundCore Space One review: high-quality everyday headphones with ANC
Today we are reviewing a new product from Anker: Anker SoundCore Space One full-size wireless headphones with improved ergonomics, flexible noise cancellation settings, completely redesigned drivers, and enhanced functionality. Let’s take a closer look at the model’s capabilities and talk about the experience of using it in everyday…
Skull and Bones review. A victim of great promises
Before its release, Skull and Bones has come a long way in 10 years, having gone through several development restarts. Initially, the game was planned as a supplement for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, but gradually the concept changed in favor of a multiplayer game. After showing the final vision of the game, it was […]
Samsung Galaxy S24 review: a compact flagship with AI support
The brand new Korean flagship is already under review at ITC. This is the youngest representative of the top line Samsung Galaxy S24. I won’t keep the suspense and say right away that I liked the smartphone, but I have questions about AI functions and some other issues. As usual, we spent some time with […]