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Hype Test

Don’t trust anything on the internet — until Mashable tries it first. Welcome to the Hype Test, where we review viral trends and tell you what's really worth millions of likes.

woman walking on treadmill while working at a standing desk / Apple Watch tracking walking workout with treadmill in the background

The TikTok girlies are right: You need a standing desk and treadmill

The July air conditioner is pricey but pretty

modern-looking air conditioner unit in window

Review: The Windmill AC lets me come home to a cool apartment

Latest

Stop boiling eggs. Throw them in the air fryer.

Weird but it works.

06/22/2022

By Tim Marcin

The Balmuda Toaster is a great buy for bread enthusiasts

Casual bread eaters can probably stick to their $20 toasters.

04/23/2022

By Sam Stone

Is that TikTok-famous heatless hair curling headband worth the hype? We tested it.

The hunt for perfect heatless curls continues.

02/27/2022

By Lily Kartiganer

Will 'Sex Chocolates' make you horny? I tried them to find out.

And then I got indigestion. Not very sexy.

11/10/2021

By Anna Iovine

I tried the viral TikTok adjustable buttons and they actually work pretty well

If you don't mind stabbing your jeans and having an off-center button, these are for you!

10/24/2021

By Elena Cavender

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