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February 8, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Mobbin review: is it worth it?

Last updated: 22 August 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Cool Factor: 4/5

This Mobbin review answers the one question most designers have before paying: is Mobbin actually worth it, or is it just a shinier version of screenshots in a folder? After months of daily use across real client work and personal projects, we can say it earns its keep. However, it is not for everyone, and the free tier has clear limits. Read on for the full verdict.

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Published by Stiv in Designers, Discount, Reviews

Tags: app flows, design patterns, design research, mobbin review, product design, ui inspiration, ui references, ux design tools

July 17, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Nooka Designing Time Review: A Bold Design Book Worth Your Shelf

Last updated: 22 March 2026

By Tristan · Arts, exhibitions and creative culture

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Cool Factor: 4/5 - Stone cold

This Nooka Designing Time review breaks down Matthew Waldman's 200-page design monograph and gives our honest verdict. Part manifesto, part visual archive, Designing Time tells the full story of NOOKA, the futurist brand that dared to reimagine how we see time. We read it cover to cover. Here's what we thought.

Published by Tristan in Designers, Reviews, Technology lover, Uncategorized, Watch lovers

Tags: coffee table books, design book review, design inspiration, matthew waldman, nooka designing time, nooka review, product design, timepieces, UX design books

June 30, 2024 — Comments are off for this post.

Sonos Ace Review UK: Premium Design, But Is the Sound Worth It?

Last updated: 22 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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This Sonos Ace review covers Sonos's first ever pair of over-ear headphones, a product that launched with sky-high expectations and a price tag to match. At £449 RRP, the Ace dropped into one of the most competitive categories in consumer tech, going head-to-head with the Sony WH-1000XM5, Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Apple AirPods Max. After spending extended time with them, we can say with confidence that the Ace nails some things brilliantly and fumbles others. Here's where they land.

Cool Factor: 3/5

Published by Stiv in Audiophiles, Commuter, Designers, Reviews, Technology lover, Uncategorized

Tags: Audiophile gear, Noise cancellation headphones, noise cancelling headphones, Premium headphones, Sonos Ace Headphones, Sonos Ace review, Sonos Ace UK, Sonos headphones, Sonos headphones review, Tech reviews, wireless headphones

December 30, 2020 — Comments are off for this post.

Best Air Fryer UK 2026: Which One Should You Actually Buy?

Last updated: 27 August 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Finding the best air fryer UK kitchens can rely on in 2026 is harder than it sounds. There are hundreds of models out there, from cheap no-name baskets to premium dual-zone machines that practically cook dinner for you. Prices range from under £60 to well over £300, and not all of them are worth your money.

We've done the legwork. Below, we break down the top air fryers worth buying right now, who each one suits, how much they'll actually cost to run on your electricity bill, and a few tips to help you choose the right one for your kitchen.

Published by Stiv in Best of Amazon, Designers, Homebodies, New home, Technology lover

Tags: air fryer, air frying, airfrying, best air fryer UK, cooking, energy saving, food, home, kitchen, lifestyle, new, new home, Ninja, Our Place Wonder Oven, Philips, tchnology, technology

December 13, 2020 — Comments are off for this post.

LastSwab Review: Is This Reusable Cotton Bud Worth It?

Last updated: 24 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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Cool Factor: 4/5

This LastSwab review has been a long time coming. At CoolCuration we're big fans of anything that shrinks our carbon footprint, and a reusable cotton bud that replaces up to 1,000 disposable swabs sounded almost too good to be true. Spoiler: it's not. The LastSwab by Danish brand LastObject is one of those quietly brilliant inventions that makes you wonder why we ever settled for the single-use version. Here's how it holds up after extended use.

Published by Stiv in Carbon conscious, Designers, Fashionista, Gift Guide, Green Living, Reviews, Self-care Champion, Travel lover

Tags: design, designer, eco swab, gift, LastObject, LastSwab, LastSwab review, lifestyle, plastic-free bathroom, product, qtip, reusable cotton bud, review, sustainability, sustainable, sustainable bathroom, travel, zero waste