Razr Fold, Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Ultrahuman Ring Pro And More

Welcome back to Engadget’s semi-regular roundup of the latest reviews. Spring is a busy time for new devices and many devices have crossed our desks recently. This time, we have a foldable phone, new speakers, a wearable, and more. Read on to learn about all the in-depth tests you might have missed.

When it comes to foldable phones, Google and Samsung are probably the first names that come to mind. However, Motorola has now entered the fray and its first product, the Razr Fold, is no slouch. “If you’re in the market for a big new foldable phone, the Razer Fold is much more than just a third wheel,” said senior review writer Sam Rutherford. “It’s a great option in its own right, and starting at $1,900, it’s even a little more affordable than the Z Fold 7.”

Engadget Review Score: 8.8/10

Bose has just launched new audio gear and the product I reviewed is the Lifestyle Ultra Speaker. The company is clearly taking aim at Sonos, and even though there’s a lot to like about the sound, the lack of low-end oomph and connectivity issues in stereo mode are major caveats. “Sure, you’ll be pleased with its standalone performance, although you may initially face some connectivity issues with stereo pairing,” I said. “At the end of the day, if sound quality is your primary concern you can probably do better, but you can also do a lot worse, especially in terms of design.”

Engadget Review Score: 7.5/10

There’s no doubt that Ora is the current king of the smart ring market, but that’s not stopping companies like Samsung and Ultrahuman from taking the crown. Ultrahuman’s latest effort is the Ring Pro. Senior journalist Daniel Cooper said, “Both the Ora 4’s hardware and software are more elegantly styled, but I find Ultrahuman’s more data-heavy approach more useful.” “I don’t think anyone buying any of these devices will feel particularly annoyed if they choose one of these over the other.”

Engadget Review Score: 8.9/10

Another company that is taking aim at Sonos is Denon, which recently released the Home 200, 400, and 600 speakers. Each model has its own strengths, but I would argue that the 400 is probably the best of the three. “No matter which of these home speakers you choose, you will be pleased with the sound clarity and detailed sound they produce,” I said. “And most importantly, you won’t have to be frustrated by broken apps that are required to use the speakers to their full potential.”

Engadget review scores: 8.2 (200), 8.6 (400) and 8.3 (600)

The Remarkables Paper Pure is a well-designed e-paper tablet that delivers excellent handwriting on a great display. However, there’s no backlight or typing ability, and you’ll have to deal with some clumsy software in places. “The Remarkable Paper Pure is another great piece of hardware from a company that makes great devices,” said Daniel. “Thankfully, with the exception of the backlight, almost all the problems are with the software, and it’s a very easy thing to fix.”

Engadget Review Score: 8.3/10

a full pc Inside a keyboard? That’s exactly what HP did with the EliteBoard G1a. We also put Samsung’s Galaxy A37 through its paces to see how it stacks up against a crowded midfield. If you want to record audio on the go, contributor Steve Dent captured the sounds with the DJI Mic Mini 2. And for gamers, senior reporter Jessica Conditt spent some time with the Steam Controller that will eventually work with the upcoming Steam Machine.