Clear as day, the Herman Miller x Logitech Vantum is all about ergonomics. As soon as you pull it out of the box you can feel your spine straightening out. And while it has heaps of features backing it up (pun intended), I can't help but feel like there's something off for the $895 / £895 price tag.
The Vantum is more akin to an office chair than a racer-style gaming chair, many of which have passed beneath my buttocks. Instead of rolling with the trend, Logitech and Herman Miller have geared the Vantum toward the grown-up, corporate gamer with its rounded corners and sleek exoskeleton that comes in a variety of hilariously named colors, such as ‘Abyss Aqua’ and plain old ‘Obsidian Black.’ Just as the Embody before it - the pair's previous brainchild - it's made for gamers who want to taste superior comfort, while rocking a suave design that won't have people making jokes about your K:D ratio in the office. But just like the Embody, it's gonna cost ya.
It'll set you back $895 / £895. That's still $1,000 less than the Embody in the US, but nearly double the price of our favorite gaming chair, the Secretlab Titan EVO 2022. You expect to pay a premium for a quality-built gaming chair with little setup, though, and the Vantum is certainly that.
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It took five minutes to put together, against the usual 20-50 minutes, thanks to the no-screw parts slotting together like humongous legos. There's zero rattle on the 3D armrests, easy and wide adjustability on the lumbar support and backrest, a mesh back for breathability, and a headrest that moves along with you. The Vantum screams quality and is damn comfortable. And while the seat is wide enough to sit cross-legged and ignore ergonomic advice like a gremlin, I've come to hate the armrests thanks to my tendency to do so.
The armrests forward/back, and in/out adjustability has no lock. While that means no messing with mechanisms to set them in place, leaning on them to stand up when they're pulled back can be dangerous. A couple of times I've forgotten as they whip forward suddenly, smashing my fingers into the desk. Omitting the armrest locks has to be an attempt to keep the price down, but at what cost?
Against its main mesh-back competitor, the $1,049 Razer Fujin Pro, they're on-par in terms of comfort and ease of assembly. While the Vantum is around $150/£100 cheaper and comes with a 12-year warranty against the Fujin's five years, you're also missing out on the all-important lockable armrests. That said, the Fujin doesn't have all those fancy color options.
In a straight toss-up between spending a little more on safety, airflow and a little more adjustability, or going brightly coloured with a better warranty, I'd rather put my fingers first and hope the Fujin Pro doesn't break after five years. That said, the Vantum is a bloody gorgeous design for less, and just as comfortable.
Price and availability
List price:$895 / £895
Available at the Herman Miller online store
Available in the US and UK
Available in the US and the UK from the Herman Miller online store, the Vantum is a little more difficult to get hold of in, say, Australia. Meaning those living down under will likely pay a premium for it. It makes it harder to recommend for Aussies, since it's already a pricey bit of kit.
The thing to note is that you can get most of the chairs on our best gaming chairs roundup for less, which makes it hard to recommend if you're on a budget. The Vantum is a sure contender for best premium chair against its sister, the Herman Miller x Logitech Embody, especially at $1,000 cheaper, but it still feels like it's missing something for the price.
Specs
Design and aesthetics
Gorgeous exoskeleton
Great color options
Recycled fabric
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The Vantum sports lovely flowing lines and curvature on the exoskeleton, that's more akin to the shell of a modern sports car than the kind of racer bucket seat you expect to see from gaming chairs today. It's giving real Lotus Elise vibes, and the mesh back and textured seat mean that, while it does look like an office chair, it all adds to that almost carbon-fiber bonnet race car look.
I love that the materials are made from 100% post-consumer recycled fabric, but as someone who sits with their legs tucked under them, I must say the choice of texture is a little rough. It means I don't ever feel like I'm sliding forward off the chair, though. So there's that.
I appreciate that there are both subtle pastel and gorgeous color-pop options depending on your preference for standing out. And the fact that the mechanisms are marked with color accents for easy recognition is also great.
Comfort and adjustability
Fantastic adjustability
Incredible comfort
Armrests lack lock and rotation
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From a sliding seat depth, to lumbar support, and even adjustable height and rotation on the headrest, the Vantum comes with some fantastic ergonomic mechanisms. Most are easy to use, though there's something to be desired when it comes to the armrests.
While they don't rattle, and are chamfered to give you a better angle when playing with a controller, there are cheaper chairs out there with 4D armrests that actually lock. For a premium chair, I would expect Herman Miller and Logitech to have added rotation and simple safety elements to the armrest. That doesn't necessarily overshadow the sheer comfort the rest of the chair brings, especially if you're broad enough already that you leave the arms at their widest position, but smaller people and those who move around a lot leaning on the arms will have a problem.
It's a little sad that the seat doesn't quite go down as low as I would like with a minimum height of 18 inches. Using it with the short office desks, it almost voids the great spinal ergonomics altogether as I'm constantly leaning forward to type.
That said, the addition of numeric tilt and tension limiters is fantastic. It means I can set it to my preferred tension and tilt angle without the usual trial and error. You do have to lean quite far forward to see the numbers and use the mechanisms, but they're otherwise a joy to use.
Assembly
Very minimal assembly
Easy instructions
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Quite possibly one of the easiest to assemble chairs aside from the Embody's zero setup, there are only three images illustrating the process and they fit on a single box flap. I spent all of five minutes putting the Vantum together, which against the usual 30-45 minutes of reading instructions and screwing bits together, is an absolute breath of fresh air.
It's pretty intuitive too, but if you're not someone who puts gaming chairs together on a daily basis, there's a handy QR code that lets you download an instruction PDF that is 90% images. It's coherent and there's very little reading involved.
Should I buy the Herman Miller x Logitech Vantum?
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Buy it if...
You have very little time to spare You're going to be up and running with the Vantum in literal moments with super easy assembly. It's a chair that's made for the time-poor business gamer.
You're serious about ergonomics With good adjustability and supreme comfort, this chair is easily one of the most ergonomic gaming chairs out there.
Don't buy it if...
You lean on the armrests getting up The fact that the armrests don't lock means there's a danger in trapping your fingers as they slide toward the desk.
You're trying to save money While not as expensive as the Herman Miller x Logitech Embody, it's still far more expensive than your average gaming chair, including most on our best gaming chair list.
Also consider...
There are a couple of chairs to consider in the same class as the Herman Miller x Logitech Vantum. Refer to the quick specs sheet below for more details on our top recommendations.
Razer Fujin Pro With greater airflow and adjustability, the Razer Fujin Pro is a great alternative. It costs a little more especially for those in the UK where it's a lot harder to source, but for a little extra cash could save your fingers a bruising.
X-Chair X2 K-Sport Management Minus the headrest and larger seat addons, the X-Chair X2 K-Sport Management comes in cheaper than the Vantum with ever better adjustability on the lumbar and armrests. It doesn't come with all the flashy colour options, but you get even longer on the warranty.
Spent a week sitting in the chair on a daily basis
Yanking the mechanisms back and forth
It takes a little while to get a feel for a gaming chair, so I made sure to give the Vantum a good run, sitting in it for the best part of a full work week. I made sure to switch around between standard, cheap office chairs and the other premium chairs I've referenced that are sitting around the office, to get a good feel for how it measures up against the competition.
To the annoyance of other office-goers also I made sure to rigorously test the mechanisms, pushing them back and forth and up and down to check their ease of access, use and noisiness.
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus was announced almost a month ago and it's now time for its staged rollout. Today, the handset is making its debut at Nothing's physical store in Soho, London. The company's latest smartphone should be available for purchase for £399.
Interestingly, the device can't be found in Nothing's online stores, but US customers will also be able to get one starting August 7 at 9AM ET through Nothing's US Beta Program. The price is somewhat lower - $399.
Indian users can buy one via Flipkart on the same day but at an even lower price of INR 27,999 ($334) for the...
The Dell XPS 13 is generally a pretty good series of laptops, usually scoring a four out of five stars rating, though 2022's Dell XPS 13 Plus received a lower score thanks to build quality issues. But how does the latest one stack up, equipped with the powerful Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite CPU? Quite well actually, as it's now one of the best Windows laptops and best laptops of the year, coupling its already stellar design and portability with much-improved battery life and performance.
The design is sleek and smooth as you'd come to expect from the XPS line, starting at a mere 2.59 pounds and measuring only 14.8 mm thin. Thankfully, this version also has a high build quality made from machined (CNC) aluminum, ensuring that it can withstand punishment and the daily wear and tear of commutes. It's available in Platinum or Graphite with a lovely finish that's surprisingly fingerprint-resistant.
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The XPS 13 has three different display types to choose from, including a 3K+ OLED touch display option, which is beyond stunning for a 13.4-inch screen. The bezels are ultra-thin and yet still able to support a 1080p FHD webcam, which sports generally good picture quality.
Sound quality is incredible, largely due to the 360-degree spatial audio with quad speakers and Dolby Atmos. You can clearly hear each instrument, separate from each other and any vocals, while heavy bass loses very little in terms of integrity even at higher volumes.
The new Dell XPS 13 is based on the Plus in terms of its keyboard, with an edge-to-edge design achieved by removing the lattice and a touchpad and wrist rest made entirely from Gorilla Glass with no visible boundaries. The touch-based toolbar also makes its return which, while visually impressive, is just as inaccessible as it's always been. Both the touchpad and toolbar use haptic feedback in order to give the feeling of pressing a button. But while it can generally work for the former, the latter makes it impossible to know if you hit the right 'button' unless you can see it.
Port selection is still absolutely abysmal as it only has two USB Type-C ports, with no combo jack to speak of (RIP if you do audio editing because only Bluetooth works here). It does come with an adapter for the Type-A port but Dell could have easily fit at least one of those and a jack on the actual laptop.
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Like other AI PCs, the Dell XPS 13 features AI Copilot+ integration and the infamous Copilot key that Microsoft shoehorned into all its AI laptop keyboards. This key works and automatically connects you to the general Copilot chatbot - a nice little trick but ultimately not very useful.
Dell XPS 13 9345: Benchmarks
Here's how the Dell XPS 13 performed in our suite of benchmark tests:
Testing out the Copilot feature on the Dell XPS 13, it works as well as other AI PCs I've tried out so far. The chatbot has three levels - creative, balanced, and precise - and all three work quite well. I used my standard testing parameters including math questions, a mock interview, and a novel outline, and each answer cited several sources and made logical sense. There are also other plugins for additional tasks like other conversation types and shopping help.
There are two other features included in Microsoft Paint, Cocreator and Image Creator, that are both powered by AI models. The former turns your drawings into an AI-generated picture, which varies based on the style you choose and the level of 'creativity' (how much the finished product is based on your own art versus AI generation). Image Creator, the standard AI image generator, uses a credit system that awards you 50 credits upon sign-up and requires you to pay for more. You're better off just using the free Cocreator as it's essentially the same.
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The Windows 11 AI Recall, which was set to launch along with Windows AI PCs, is still unavailable as of this writing due to being kicked back to the Windows Insider Program once the manifold security issues were exposed.
Recall works by creating a database of information on your PC through screenshots automatically taken every few seconds, building up a library of images you can search through AI. However, the Recall database, containing all the data from those screenshots and the overall history of your PC usage, is stored in plain text (in an SQLite database).
This makes it almost effortless for hackers to obtain highly sensitive information such as finances, passwords, work data, and more. It remains to be seen whether this feature will make a comeback, but that solely depends on if Microsoft can fix these massive security issues.
The Dell XPS 13's benchmark results are very impressive, standing neck and neck with the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7's own results. The Qualcomm CPU alone carries the laptop, maintaining high levels of performance regardless of the amount of tasks being carried out in the background. Each of these benchmark scores showcases the full range of this laptop in terms of handling productivity work, conference calls, streaming, and more.
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Like the other AI PCs released in 2024, the Dell XPS 13 laptop I tested had a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite CPU. It not only delivers amazing results in benchmark testing but then translates those results into performance that far outstripes that of earlier XPS 13 models.
While I personally never experienced the same level of performance issues as with the Surface series before the Laptop 7, the Del XPS 13 line did have some hiccups here and there. For example, the XPS 13 Plus I previously reviewed had severe overheating problems that resulted in some sections of the laptop reaching scalding high temperatures. This also impacted performance as it would throttle the CPU.
Thankfully, while this most recent XPS 13 does get a bit warm when pushed to its limits, it doesn't approach the extremes of before. This means that performance remains consistent no matter how long you run your laptop, perfect for handling heavier workloads.
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The battery life for the Dell XPS 13 is by far the best out of the Snapdragon-powered laptops that I've tested. Under normal use, the battery lasts up to 20 hours with a 'low' of over 18 hours.
When continuously video streaming, the battery lasts on average for 17 and a half hours. The fact that a Dell laptop can match and even surpass many of the best MacBook models in battery life is something I would have never expected, but it's clear Qualcomm has truly outdone itself.
The only downside to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite CPU is that the ARM support, while incredible compared to prior iterations, still has a few compatibility hiccups - mainly dealing with gaming. But even that improves constantly and the vast majority of users won't even notice the hiccups as it doesn't impact everyday use.
Dell XPS 13: Price & availability
How much does it cost? starting price is $1,299 / £1,099 including VAT / AU$2,299
When is it available? Available now
Where can you get it? Available in the US, UK, and Australia
The starting price for the Dell XPS 13 13.4-inch model is $1,299 / £1,099 including VAT / AU$2,299, netting you a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage in the US, UK, and Australia. Other configurations go up to 64GB/2TB in specs, which will cost $2,499.99 / £1,823.99 including VAT / AU$3,999.60.
It's far pricier than the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 and M3 MacBook Air 13-inch but comes with overall much better specs including a superior processor, so if you're looking for more of an Ultrabook, then this is the choice for you.
Dell XPS 13: Specs
The Dell XPS 13 13.4-inch model starts with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD storage with an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) touch display. The highest configuration goes up to 64GB RAM and 2TB in storage with a 3K OLED (2880 x 1800) touch display.
Should you buy the Dell XPS 13?
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Buy the Dell XPS 13 if...
You want solid productivity performance This laptop handles productivity work like a champ including video calls, documents, web surfing, and more - while never sacrificing performance.
You want excellent battery life The battery life on this laptop is astounding, lasting for up to 20 hours during normal web surfacing use and about 17 and a half hours with video streaming.
Don't buy it if...
You’re on a budget
This is an Ultrabook priced like an Ultrabook, meaning you need to expect to pay quite a bit of money for even the base model.
Dell XPS 13: Also consider
If my Dell XPS 13 review has you considering other options, here are two more laptops to consider...
How I tested the Dell XPS 13?
I tested the Dell XPS 13 for a week
I tested it using productivity and creative applications
I stress-tested the battery using the TechRadar movie test
First, I tested the general weight and portability of the Dell XPS 13 by carrying it around in a laptop bag. After I set it up, I ran several benchmarks to thoroughly test out the new Qualcomm processor. Finally, I used a variety of programs and applications to test out both battery life and general performance during work-like conditions.
The Dell XPS 13 is meant to be a portable laptop with a thin and light chassis. I had to spend a good amount of testing not only on performance issues but also looking for any ventilation issues. I also tested out battery life to see how long it could last off AC power.
I've tested plenty of gaming PCs and laptops, making me more than qualified to understand benchmark test results and how to properly stress test machines to see how well they perform as a work machine.
The OnePlus Pad 2 went on sale in the US recently, and now it's available in India and the UK through OnePlus' official website in Nimbus Gray color.
In India, the OnePlus Pad 2 comes in two memory configurations - 8GB/128GB and 12GB/256GB, priced at INR44,999 ($540/€495) and INR47,999 ($575/€530), respectively. However, both are offered with an instant discount of INR5,000 ($60/€55).
In the UK, the OnePlus Pad 2 comes in a single 12GB/256GB option priced at £499 ($640/€590/INR53,690), but it's currently sold for £449 ($580/€530/INR48,310). OnePlus also offers a free keyboard worth...
Chinese manufacturer IMOU offers a wide range of consumer IoT products, including home security cameras. The Rex 3D is slightly unusual in that, unlike most indoor models, it has a camera that can move either manually or automatically from side to side as well as up and down.
As with most home security cameras, setup is relatively straightforward. Simply plug the camera into the mains (a relatively long power lead is provided) and download the IMOU Life app online before syncing the device to your home’s Wi-Fi (2.4GHz only, not 5GHz) and setting a strong password (essential for these devices). Alternatively, there is an ethernet connection for hooking up the camera directly to a broadband router if you prefer.
Where the IMOU really comes into its own is its dizzying array of features. I’ve been testing the Rex 3D in my kitchen for a couple of weeks now and I’m only just getting to grips with everything it can do. That said, you will need to pay for the IMOU subscription to be able to store footage in the cloud, share the device with up to 20 users, and access some of the AI-based features beyond an initial two-week free trial.
The camera can be tilted manually or automatically (Image credit: Chris Price)
Prices start at around £2 (about $2.50/AU$4) a month for the basic plan if you commit to a one-year subscription, but you can pay up to £6 (about $8/AU$12) a month for the comprehensive plan (IMOU Protect Plus – see below). Alternatively, footage can be stored on a MicroSD card (not supplied). The slot is discreetly located within the camera housing underneath the lens.
Given the name Rex (a common dog’s name), I’d naively assumed the device was intended purely for pet monitoring. But actually, it can be used for human or pet detection. Footage is captured as soon as the camera senses movement, whether it’s human or animal. Clips are displayed within the app, either by going into the calendar view and clicking on the thumbnails within the live image or scrolling through a timeline. You can also set up the device to sound an alarm when motion is detected, though this is incredibly annoying if it’s an area of the house where there’s a lot of movement, such as the kitchen.
Captured video can be downloaded to your phone or a screenshot from the footage can be taken by pressing the camera icon. Up to 8x zoom is provided so you can close in on a particular part of a recording or live footage, while ‘smart tracking’ will automatically move the camera to follow, say, a baby crawling across the floor or a dog playing with a ball.
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Other features include an ‘activity zone’ for excluding motion being captured in certain parts of the frame (for example, a road where it might capture moving cars) and a ‘detection schedule’ for selecting which hours you want the camera to be in operation – such as only at night if you want to monitor a child’s bedroom or external door.
The IMOU Rex 3D also works with Amazon Alexa, so you can say ‘Alexa, show me the nursery’ and footage from that camera will be displayed. When the device is put in privacy mode, it will place the lens down to deactivate some of the functionality, such as live view.
IMOU Rex 3D: price and availability
Prices start from $64.99/£36.99 (about AU$100)
Available now in US and UK
Given everything the IMOU Rex 3D offers, it is quite simply astonishing value for money. It’s even possible to find the model on special offer for even less than the prices displayed above. That said, it’s so cheap because, like most security camera manufacturers, IMOU makes its money from getting people to sign up for its subscription plans.
These enable you to view recordings in the cloud (after the free trial ends) and access additional features, such as enhanced AI detection that can send you an alert if a person, pet, vehicle, or package is detected. Alternatively, for more basic functionality you can simply store recordings on a MicroSD card up to 256GB, which you will have to buy separately. This can be used for streaming up to 24 hours of constant footage (once storage is full it will be overwritten by new footage).
Value for money score: 5/5
You can use the mobile app to define times when the camera should be active (Image credit: Chris Price)
IMOU Rex 3D: subscription options
IMOU Protect Basic: Seven days of storage in the cloud, share devices with 10 users - £26 (about $30/AU$50) per year.
IMOU Protect Plus: Enhanced AI detection, 30 days of storage in the cloud, share devices with 20 users - £5.99 (about $8/AU$10) per month or £60 (about $80/AU$120) per year.
IMOU Rex 3D: design
Easy DIY setup
Long power cable provided
Can be mounted to ceiling
Given the low price, you might expect the IMOU Rex 3D to feel a bit cheap, but actually, it’s pretty solid and sturdy. It’s also not overly large, about the size and shape of a softball. I’m not a massive fan of the piano black finish but it’s largely a matter of personal taste.
Running the long 3m cable from a power supply in the kitchen, I mounted the camera in the kitchen facing the back door. A bracket and screws are provided for installing the device on the ceiling if you prefer. This is a good way of optimizing the 360-degree camera as well as keeping the device out of reach of sticky-fingered children and thieves.
Design score: 4.5/5
Picture quality is excellent, even in low light (Image credit: Chris Price)
IMOU Rex 3D: performance
High quality 1080p image resolution
Extremely sensitive movement detection
Stable connection
It’s fair to say that the IMOU Rex 3D is one of the best security cameras I’ve looked at in terms of performance. Many are tricky to set up and don’t always offer a stable connection, especially if they are located some distance from the wireless broadband router. However, even though the router was on the other side of the house, the IMOU connected first time and has been working constantly during the two weeks of testing.
If I have one complaint, it’s that the IMOU Rex 3D is a little too good in that it seems to record every little movement it detects. Indeed, it’s so sensitive I’ve had to turn detection sensitivity down to 2 out of 5 so it isn’t triggered every time a leaf blows across the lawn or a spider scurries across the floor! Also, while the AI detection is very good for detecting humans, it’s not always reliable for pets. On numerous occasions, it told me it had detected a pet even though my dog wasn’t in the room at the time!
Finally, the picture quality is excellent. As well as offering 1080p resolution for high-quality images during the day, it has a night vision setting which is very accurate for IR recording in low light. If you are mounting the camera on the ceiling, it’s possible to flip the image 180 degrees so it’s the right way round. There’s also an HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting for capturing high-contrast scenes – for example, if the camera is indoors facing a window.
Performance score: 4.5/5
With an IMOU Protect Plus subscription, you'll get the ability to differentiate between packages, pets, parcels, and vehicles using AI (Image credit: Chris Price)
Should you buy the IMOU Rex 3D?
Buy it if...
You want to regularly track humans and pets Pan and tilt camera with smart tracking makes it a great choice for capturing movement.
You want two-way audio
Great for communicating with loved ones while you're away.
Don't buy it if...
You only need a simple security solution
The vast array of features and functionality could prove a little overwhelming for some.
You're looking for an outdoor camera
The IMOU Rex 3D is intended for indoor use, and isn't waterproof.
IMOU Rex 3D security camera: also consider
How I tested the IMOU Rex 3D security camera
I used the camera every day for two weeks
I set it up myself without any assistance
The camera was set up to focus on the kitchen
To really put an indoor security camera through its paces you need to put it in a well-trafficked part of a property. That’s why I opted to locate mine in the kitchen. Plus, I made sure it was in motion tracking mode so it followed any movement around the room from either a person or a dog.
While this may not be ideal in the longer term – it does feel a little intrusive with a camera whirring round the room – it meant that I could see just how good the camera is at capturing movement. Over the last two weeks, it must have recorded more than 1000 clips and while some of these were false positives, I don’t think it ever dropped the connection during the testing period.
With its latest mid-range Android phone, Oppo seems to be going after Google’s latest affordable camera phone the Pixel 8a with a similar range of smart AI photography features. And it’s a great attempt, with some solid magic eraser action and a few other cool tools, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro is the latest entry in Oppo’s middle tier of smartphones, the Reno range, which sits below the top-end Find mobiles and above the A line. The Reno family offer mobiles at middling prices with some impressive features but with corners cut, and generally only the even-numbered options launch in the West.
I tested the Oppo Reno 10 when that came out just under a year prior to the 12 series, and the newest member of the line comes on leaps and bounds thanks to its improved camera sensors (and faster charging). It’s a shame that Oppo has ditched the curved-edge look of the Reno 10 series though, which makes the phones much more comfortable to hold.
Sitting just above the Oppo Reno 12, the Pro distinguishes itself from its sibling and from many other mid-rangers in one key way: it has a telephoto camera lens for zoom photography.
This camera hardware brings huge benefits to the photography potential of the Reno; you can take better portrait, macro and long-distance pictures than on any similar-priced rival thanks to the presence of a zoom camera.
If you want a great camera phone that doesn’t cost as much as the iPhone 15 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S24 or OnePlus 12, the Reno 12 Pro will be a blessing. Even the Pixel 8a doesn't have a telephoto lens.
The signature selling points here, though, are the AI photography features. While top-end mobiles have had these for a while, it’s taking time for them to trickle down to mid-rangers in any serious way, but the Reno performs admirably in this department. It’s great at removing background people from your photos, whether it’s vanishing a lone wanderer or bigger crowds, and replacing them with a background so realistic you’ll forget which image is real.
It’s slower to use than the Pixel alternative, but that’s not the end of the world. And I’d say this is one of the best Pixel 8a rivals for people who don’t want a Google phone or want a zoom camera on their mobile.
The Oppo charges quickly, lasts for ages, and feels pretty snappy for gaming. Its display is big and attractive, while being fairly easy to use one-handed. Best of all, you’re getting all these features at a really competitive price.
It’s not the perfect phone though, showing some signs of its mid-range positioning. I was frustrated by how many pre-installed apps (bloatware) clutter up the phone when you first turn it on, making your first 15 minutes a game of ‘weird-knock-off-app-whack-a-mole’ as you try to delete them all. The design also feels a little cheap, even though it emulates the two-texture Pixel back on certain color options.
Even with those issues I can recommend the Reno 12 Pro as one of the best mobiles at its price, especially if you’re looking for an affordable camera phone that won’t break the bank. And with the possibility of software updates bringing improvements to the AI, the handset could prove to be a real rival of the Pixel 8a in the future.
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: price and availability
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Released in UK and AU in June 2024
Costs £499 / AU$999 (roughly $640) for sole variant
Different versions of mobile in different regions
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro has seen a few different releases in different parts of the world, and of slightly different phones too. The western version of the mobile, which I tested, was announced in mid-June 2024.
You can buy the phone for £499 / AU$999 (roughly $640) cementing this firmly in the mid-range phone bracket. Oppo generally doesn’t sell its smartphones in the US and evidently, that’s unchanged with the Reno.
There’s only one version of the phone available in the UK, with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, though a reduced-storage model is available in other regions. Oppo’s website also sells one color, even though it offers a different one on Amazon.
At that price, you can see why I compared this mobile to the Google Pixel 8a – that costs $499 / £499 / AU$849, so it’s a really close rival. Other mobiles at this rough price point include the iPhone SE, Samsung Galaxy A55 and Xiaomi 13T.
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: specs
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro has roughly mid-range specs, and here's what we're playing with:
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: design
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Big but thin and light
Plastic body feels cheap
Three color options but depends on region
If you were to pick up the Oppo Reno 12 Pro without knowing what it was, you might confuse it with a Moto or Nokia phone — it gives off budget ‘vibes’. This is mostly down to the plastic frame and back of the body, the latter of which has a two-texture partition that closely resembles a Google Pixel a phone of yore.
Measuring 161.5 x 74.8 x 7.4mm it’s wider than a Pixel, though it’s nice and thin so it won’t weigh you down like a really big phone will. On that topic it weighs 180g which isn’t much for its size – the first time I picked it up I was surprised as I expected it to be heavier.
No 3.5mm headphone jack in sight — there’s a USB-C port for all your connectivity needs instead. The power button and volume rocker are both on the right edge of the device, well within reach for people with average-sized hands.
On the back of the phone, the camera bump protrudes slightly from the panel; it doesn’t stick out so far that I’ll get caught on the side of your pocket as you slip it in.
The screen houses an under-display fingerprint scanner and it worked reliably, although if I’d last used the phone on an app that requires a horizontal orientation (for example, a game), the scanner would appear at 90 degrees to where it should, oddly.
The phone is available Space Brown (black), Sunset Gold (rose) or Nebula Silver (pinkish silver) hues, though depending on your region not all options may be available. I tested the former which is why I know it’s black and not brown.
An IP65 rating ensures that the phone is protected from dust and fine particles, as well as water splashes like rain or an accidental hit from the garden hose. It won’t stand up to immersion in water though, so don’t drop it in, say, a bath.
Design score: 3 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: display
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6.7-inches with 1080 x 2412 resolution
AMOLED display shows punchy colors
120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling
The Oppo Reno 12 Pro screen clocks in at 6.7 inches diagonally, so it’s a nice big phone — a hand-stretcher for sure, but big too for your Netflix or gaming needs.
The resolution is 1080 x 2412, or FHD+, the same as you’ll see in almost every phone save for the cheapest or priciest rivals. It’s the resolution that most apps output at, so you don’t really need more pixels anyway.
The display refresh rate hits 120Hz, which again is pretty standard for most smartphone in this day and age. It ensures that motion feels nice and smooth when you’re scrolling around the menu, and on supported apps it has the same effect.
A few extra specs make sure that the screen displays vibrant colors: it uses AMOLED tech and supports HDR10+, with a color gamut spanning a billion colors and a fairly high max brightness of 1,200 nits.
Display score: 4 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: software
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Android 14 with Oppo's ColorOS laid over the top
No confirmed number of software updates
A huge number of pre-installed apps
And here I was thinking the bloatware infestation on Chinese Android phones was going away: when you boot up the Oppo Reno 12 Pro it’s chock-full of pre-installed apps. There are big names like Netflix, Facebook and TikTok, games I’d never heard of in a folder titled ’Must Play’, countless Oppo-made apps that don’t have an obvious function and even apps titled in Chinese characters that I just don’t understand.
It’s hard to feel like a phone is ‘yours’ when, upon first booting it up, you’re met with an array quite like this.
It’s a shame, too, because under the layers of tacky bloatware ColorOS (Oppo’s own Android fork) is decent. With the Reno 12 Pro you’re getting ColorOS 13.1 by default, laid over Android 14, though Oppo has been quiet about how many Android updates the phone will get.
There’s a wide range of customization options for things like font, always-on display, the layout of the quick settings menu (the swipe-down one) and the edge lighting when you get a notification.
This quick settings menu has a pretty easy-to-understand layout, more so than on most Android forks, so you can easily toggle whatever function you want quickly. The phone also has an app drawer so by default, your phone’s main menu pages look relatively clean.
Software score: 2.5 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: cameras
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50MP main, 50MP telephoto and 8MP ultra-wide cameras
50MP selfie camera rounds out the suite
Magic eraser AI tool is useful for spritzing up pictures
Oppo named one of its first Reno phones the ‘Reno 10x Zoom’ before promptly dropping telephoto cameras from the series; well zooming is back and better than ever in the Reno 12 Pro.
I’m getting ahead of myself; the main snapper is a 50MP f/1.8 unit with a few bells and whistles like PDAF (for quick focusing) and OIS (which compensates for your shaky hands).
Pictures taken on the main camera are nice and bold and bright. Maybe they lose a little more detail in darker areas than I’d like but the vibrancy of colors more than makes up for it. Focusing was a little more scattershot than I’m used to with PDAF though and I found myself jumping into the Pro app once or twice just to have better control over it. Overall, though, this is a nice camera that returns pleasing social media-ready pics.
Its 50MP companion is the f/2.0 telephoto lens, which supports 2x optical zoom — that’s not quite the 5x of the optical zoom but it’s still a breath of fresh air given how few mid-range mobiles include zoom cameras at all.
When analysing my camera samples to write this section, I kept needing to refer to the metadata to remember which were the zoomed-in snaps – this is to say that they look great, missing on loads of the tell-tale signs of other phone camera zooms like grain, washed-out colors, a lack of dynamic range or a different color profile than the comparable 1x image.
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While 2x zoom is the optical limit you can go up to 5x hybrid or 20x digital zoom, and pictures taken on the latter actually look decent. You could easily use some of the 20x snaps I took on social media – I know because I did.
The third rear camera drops the resolution considerably. It’s an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera with a 112-degree field of view — as you can imagine pictures are a little lower-res than on the main camera, so you’re missing some quality, and they are a little less vibrant too. This lens can be used sparingly and situationally and ignored most of the rest of the time.
We jump back up to 50MP for the f/2.0 front camera, so you can expect high-res selfies.
Selfies look bright and detailed, with fairly realistic-looking color replication. Jump into Portrait mode and there’s mostly (though not always totally) accurate bokeh background blur (sometimes I lost some hairs). However the default beautification is very zealous about smoothing over your skin so I’d recommend playing around with it a bit.
Oppo has been putting the Reno 12 Pro’s AI photo features at the forefront of its marketing, in a clear attempt to rival the offerings Google includes with its Pixel phones. According to the marketing, it has tools to remove unwanted background elements of photos, save aspects of a snap as stickers, open closed eyes in selfies, add clarity and upscaling to objects or completely change a selfie into a different art style or location.
I say ‘according to the marketing’ because the current version of the software as of my testing of the mobile (July 2024) only has the first two… at least, as far as I could find. Maybe they’re hidden deep in menus but I did a lot of searching to find them.
The smart features present are pretty smart, though, as long as you’ll forgive them being a little slow to use in certain circumstances. Magic eraser is easy to use and you can select individual objects to delete or a ‘mass erasure’ option that identifies all humans in the background. It’s really accurate too.
Equally accurate is the replication part, so when you remove a person from your picture, the phone is great at identifying what should be there and filling in the blanks. Even if a person straddles different backgrounds, there’s no problem.
Beyond the smart features, you’re getting the same features that most modern mobiles have: Pro, Portrait, Night, Full-Res, Slow-Mo, Time-Lapse round out what you’re used to.
In terms of video, you can record up to 4K at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps on the front or rear cameras; don’t expect 8K recording here.
Oppo Reno 12 Pro camera samples
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A sunset picture taken on the Oppo Reno 12 Pro (Image credit: Future)
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A beer picture taken on the Oppo Reno 12 Pro. (Image credit: Future)
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An ultra-wide picture of a church across a river. (Image credit: Future)
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A 1x picture of a church across a river. (Image credit: Future)
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A 2x zoom picture of a church across a river. (Image credit: Future)
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And getting even closer with the Oppo Reno 12 Pro's zoom camera. (Image credit: Future)
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A close picture of some berries taken with the telephoto camera. (Image credit: Future)
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A selfie taken on the Oppo Reno 12 Pro with standard mode (Image credit: Future)
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A selfie taken on the Oppo Reno 12 Pro with Portrait mode (Image credit: Future)
Camera score: 4 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro: performance and audio
Dimensity 7300 Energy provides middling power
12GB RAM and an impressive 512GB storage
Stereo speakers plus Bluetooth 5.4
The power in the Oppo Reno 12 Pro comes from the MediaTek chipset it uses, called the Dimensity 7300 Energy, which as the name suggests focuses on energy efficiency. Alongside the non-Pro model, this is the first phone to use the chipset.
In the Geekbench 6 benchmark tests, the Reno returned an average multi-core score of 2,005, which is the kind of lower mid-range score that you’d expect to be associated with a phone at this price point – it’s not exactly blazing power but it’s enough for normal tasks.
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That score is reflected in the gaming power of the phone – it could handle most normal titles like Call of Duty: Mobile and PUBG Mobile quite well, but there were the occasional bouts of lagging or slow loading that gives away that this isn’t a top-power phone.
The mobile comes with 12GB RAM which handles your everyday tasks, and I never found the phone slow when using social media apps, playing around with the camera app or scrolling through menus. That’s paired with 512GB storage, which is a huge amount for a phone at this price point. There’s no expandable storage but with 512GB space at your fingertips, you might not need it.
On the audio front, there’s no 3.5mm headphone jack, so you’ll have to use the USB-C port and an adaptor for wired audio. Wirelessly, you can use the Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity to pair headphones or earbuds, and there are also stereo speakers on the top and bottom of the mobile. These are positioned well enough that I didn’t find myself covering them when holding the device landscape.
Performance score: 3.5 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: battery life
Long-lasting 5,000mAh battery
Phone lasts at least a day and a half
80W wired charging is pretty fast
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On paper, the Oppo Reno 12 Pro’s 5,000mAh is big but also pretty standard for phones at this price; it’s rare to see mid-range mobiles with any other size of battery.
However in the field (ie, in testing), I was pretty surprised by the Reno’s lasting power. I’m used to phones like this having battery life’s of roughly a day and half, but the Reno comes closer than most at turning that ‘half’ into something like ‘two thirds’ through normal use.
In more handy terms, it meant that I could indulge in long gaming sessions without having to worry about the battery running too low for me to use the handset for the rest of the day.
Charging is fast too, at 80W, which will top you up in no time. Oppo says that it’ll power the phone to full in just under 50 minutes, but I had enough charge to last me a full day of use in about half an hour of charging.
The Reno 12 Pro also offers reverse wired charging, so you can plug a cable into the phone’s USB-C port and then into another gadget to power it up. It’s not fast, but it’s a useful way to keep your smartwatch or headphones powered on the go.
Battery score: 4 / 5
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: value
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The Oppo Reno 12 Pro has a few rough edges, but they’re all in the areas where it tries to outstep its bounds. Looking at what you’re getting for the price, the Reno offers great value for money.
For a distinctly price you’re getting a display, camera array, battery and charging department and design that feels better than you’d expect at the cost.
None of the Reno 12 Pro’s weaker areas are any worse than you’d expect for the price either; bloatware is annoying but the Oppo is far from the only mobile to have it, and while the design is uninspired, you have to pay twice as much for a really good-looking mobile.
Value score: 4 / 5
Should you buy the Oppo Reno 12 Pro?
Buy it if...
You want an affordable camera phone A zoom camera? AI smart features? Vibrant scene optimization? The Oppo has it all, making it one of the best cheap camera phones I've tested.
You need a long-lasting battery The Oppo Reno 12 Pro lasts longer than most other 5,000mAh battery phones I've tested, probably thanks to the efficient chipset, which is a blessing for people who aren't always near a charger.
You need lots of storage With a default storage space of 512GB, the Oppo Reno 12 Pro ensures you won't need to buy an SD card for extra space.
Don't buy it if...
You need blazing-fast processing speeds The Dimensity 7300 Energy is fine for most tasks, but passionate gamers or people who need blazing-fast power will find it's not enough.
Bloatware annoys you Even compared to other low-budget Android mobiles, the Oppo Reno 12 Pro has loads of pre-installed apps that you'll need to delete.
Oppo Reno 12 Pro review: Also consider
If you're split on whether or not to buy the Oppo Reno 12 Pro, here are some other mobiles you might want to consider.
How I tested the Oppo Reno 12 Pro
Review test period = 2 week
Testing included = Everyday usage, including web browsing, social media, photography, video calling, gaming, streaming video, music playback
The testing period for the Oppo Reno 12 Pro was two weeks, which began with product testing (hence there not being many of my apps).
Over the testing period I used the Reno like my normal phone: taking pictures, streaming music and videos, contacting people on social media, and playing lots of games. The testing period fell across a holiday so I got to take the phone out and about on a few trips.
I've been reviewing smartphones for TechRadar for over five years now, including using the original series of Reno mobiles and plenty more since then, as well as rivals across the mobile market.
There are a number of ways in which the Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler stands out from the crowd, and the majority are positive. Firstly, there's its unique blue ombre design with a matte finish which is a welcome change; not only from the typically basic black and white models seen elsewhere, but even among the small but growing number of single-color stylers.
It measures 11 x 1.5 x 1.7in (28 x 3.8 x 4.3 cm), and it's lightweight at 10oz (285g). It has two buttons near the base: one for power and temperature control (280 - 430F / 138 - 221C), and another for the built-in cooling fan, which reduces heat damage and sets the style. This temperature range has been designed to suit various hair types, but I found the default 350F (180C) setting to be more than sufficient, so I rarely took full advantage of this range.
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Instead of a traditional hinge, the AirGlide uses buttons to control the 1.5in (3.8 cm) tourmaline plates, which are clamped shut by default. This design is another standout feature and helps manage the amount of hair styled at once, not to mention the fact that the plates deliver smooth, sleek results with reduced frizz. Plus by holding your hair in place, coupled with the AirGlide's rounded edges, this design gives you much more freedom and precision, especially when creating curls and waves.
Finally, the use of cooling vents is a nice touch because they help to set your style, so this sleek finish lasts much longer than with other stylers I've used. However, these pros are accompanied by a couple of cons. The styler doesn't have an automatic shut-off feature, which I've become accustomed to during my years testing the best hair straighteners. I missed the peace of mind this gives.
The narrow plates and cooling vent feature can significantly increase styling time. For instance, it takes about 15 minutes and 35 seconds on average to straighten long, thin hair, compared to just over three minutes with other stylers like the GHD Chronos. Curling takes even longer, around 20 minutes. If you then add the fact you need to hold the hair in place for 5-10 seconds to set the style with the cooling vents, you're looking at long styling times.
The Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler has a lot going for it. It's not the cheapest styler on the market, but it's also far from the most expensive and offers great, long-lasting performance which goes a long way. My only concern is that it will be a hard sell for many now there is a newer, redesigned model called the Calista AirGlide Pro Cool that only costs $10 more.
The Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler costs $99 / £79 / AU$150 and is available in one color – Brilliant Blue. It was previously sold in other colorways including Peach Mai Tai, Bluewater Green, Berry Spritzer and Cool Blue Pink but these are no longer available on the official Calista site, and you can only seemingly buy them from eBay and similar second-hand retailers.
The styler is not to be confused with the Calista AirGlide Pro Cool Breeze Styler, a newer, redesigned model released in June 2024 that costs $109 / £88 / AU$166, comes with more vents and plates that open wider, and is available in Rose Quartz, Blue Topaz, White Pearl and Lavender Topaz.
There isn't a huge selection of flat irons at this price point and the closest, like-for-like stylers I found range from the $69.99 VAVOOV Pro Airflow Styler to Conair's $79.99 Cool Air Styler Luxe, all the way up to the Cortex Beauty $249.99 AirGlider. All of these Calista rivals double up as curling tongs; a feature the AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler is missing, despite the fact it costs more than the majority of these alternatives.
You can buy the styler from Calista, or Amazon in the US. It is possible to buy it in the UK and Australia, but Calista ships it from the US and this comes with additional costs. At the time of writing, shipping to the UK adds £30 to the price. To ship it to Australia, you'll pay an extra $70 on top of the styler's price. Any relevant customs charges are then applied separately.
In my opinion, the Calista AirGlide and AirGlide Pro sit a little higher on the price range than they should, especially considering the lack of the explicit curling tong functions seen on rivals. That said, you can still use the AirGlide for curling, as you can all straightening irons. It also looks more stylish than some of its cheaper alternatives.
All things considered, it's decent value for money, but not great, especially given that you can now get a newer, redesigned model for almost the same price.
In a sea of black, white and even one-tone stylers, the Calista AirGlide's ombre design stands out, as does its smooth, matte finish. Colored stylers have a tendency to look cheap or child-like, but Calista has managed to make the AirGlide look and feel premium. It's an incredibly attractive straightening iron that sets off against the white cord brilliantly. It's a shame that only one color seemingly remains because the peach, pink and berry-colored versions all look equally great.
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Near the base of the 11 x 1.5 x 1.7in / 28 x 3.8 x 4.3cm (L x W x D) body are two buttons – one to turn the AirGlide on and off, and the other to control the built-in fan. You press and hold the Power button to switch the styler on. You can then press this button to cycle through the different temperature settings, from 280 - 430F / 138 - 221C. If you don't want, or need, to change these settings, the styler's default temperature is 350F / 180C.
You can then choose to have the cool air vents running, by pressing the fan button, or leave them off. The purpose of these vents is to run cool air over your style to both reduce heat damage, and set your style in place. I had expected the addition of a fan to add to the weight of this styler, but it's instead incredibly lightweight at 10oz / 285g. The vents aren't designed to dry your hair, like the vents seen on the GHD Duet Style or Dyson Airstrait; they're purely for cooling the hair. Don't be tempted to use the Calista AirGlide on wet hair because you'll destroy the strands.
Instead of the hinge seen on the majority of flat irons, which causes the straightener's arms to stay in the open position, the AirGlide's 1.5in / 3.8cm plates are controlled by buttons positioned either side of the body. When you're not using the AirGlide, these plates are clamped shut by default. To open them wide enough to place your hair inside, press these buttons together.
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On first impression, I couldn't see how the hair could fit inside such a narrow gap but not only does it fit, this feature helps you control the size of the hair sections you're styling. Calista recommends styling sections that measure 2in / 5cm and 1in / 2.5cm thick but you can't get much more hair than that inside the plates anyway so this is slightly moot. The AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler doesn't have an automatic shut-off feature, which is becoming increasingly standard of hot tools, but the contained design of the plates does at least add a layer of safety.
The plates themselves are made of tourmaline and are floating, meaning they can respond and move based on the hair's thickness. This prevents them gripping the hair too hard and causing unnecessary damage.
If you're looking for a quick styler or have long thick hair then I'd give the Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze a miss. The narrow gap between the plates is great for controlling how much of your hair you style each time, which – if you have time and patience – adds a welcome level of precision. However, if you're short on time or have a lot of hair to style, this design adds a significant amount of time to the styling process. To put this into perspective, it takes an average of 3 minutes and 15 seconds to straighten my long, thin hair with the GHD Chronos. It took me almost five times longer – 15 minutes and 35 seconds on average – with the Calista. This is even with only needing to pass the straighteners over your hair once to achieve the desired finish.
Curling my hair took longer, unsurprisingly, at 20 minutes, but the actual process of creating the curl was straightforward. This was, in large part, because the design of the AirGlide's plates means you don't have to grip the styler tightly to keep them clamped on the hair. Once you let go of the buttons, the plates come back together. This gives you more freedom to move the styler around your hair – a particular benefit for curling or adding waves – because you don't have to grip and twist. This frees up your other hand for greater control. It also prevents you accidentally clamping the hair too tight and causing unnecessary damage.
Despite these long styling times, though, whether I was using the AirGlide to straighten, curl or create waves, the results always looked great. My hair was smooth and sleek, and thanks to the cool air vents setting the style, frizz was vastly reduced and the style held its shape for hours. Even when I left the house. I'm not sure it's quite worth the extra styling time but it softens the blow considerably.
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I also appreciated the fact that the styler ranges from 280 to 430F (138 to 221C), but my hair is too thin for the highest temperature setting and I didn't want to unnecessarily fry my hair. At the same time, the lower temperatures weren't hot enough to create the desired styles. The default 350F / 180C setting was more than enough for my fine hair, so if you're like me, you may end up paying more for a specification you don't need. However, if you have damaged, thick or natural hair, or if it's naturally straight, you'll likely get more use out of this temperature range than I did.
I had worried that the air vents on the Calista would blow the hair in all directions and cause flyaways, but the airflow is gentle enough to simply cool and set, living up to the use of the word 'breeze' in the styler's name. If you want to get the most out of this feature, the brand recommends you hold the hair in place for between five to 10 seconds to set the hair properly. This can add to the already long styling times, not to mention expose the hair to potentially more damage, plus in my experience it's not entirely necessary, but it's worth noting.
Performance score: 4 out of 5
Should you buy the Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler?
Buy it if...
Don't buy it if...
How I tested the Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler
Used as my main styler for four weeks
Experimented with different heat settings
Created curly and straight styles
To test the Calista AirGlide Cool Breeze Styler, I used it as my main styler over the course of four weeks. Initially, I straightened my long, thin hair to test its basic functionality and performance. I timed each session to compare it with other stylers, like the GHD Chronos. I also used it to create waves and curls.
Throughout those four weeks, I experimented with a range of temperature settings, to see how the styler performed and how long the style lasted. I made a note of how well the cooling vents reduced frizz and set different styles. Throughout the testing period, I tracked the styler's ease of use and overall performance in achieving smooth, sleek results, and monitored how my hair felt and looked at the start and the end.
The Honor Magic V3 unveiled last week is currently exclusive to China, but that's about to change since Honor has teased the Magic V3's UK debut.
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