Ashley Thieme
Ashley Thieme is a staff writer on the Reviews team at Tom’s Guide where she tests out the latest tech so you can know what’s going to be worth your time and money.She has a master’s degree in Magazine Journalism and a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Media and Sociology from Cardiff University. She has bylines in titles including Women’s Health UK online, sharing the latest health and wellness news stories, and Virgin Radio UK, providing the latest entertainment news and working on celebrity interviews.She has experience reporting on a variety of topics including music, literature, motorsport, entertainment and health, and has her own newsletter where she shares reviews of her favorite books, Ashley’s Reading Nook. In previously published work, she has reviewed live music events, books, and wellness products.She values the importance of tech enhancing your life rather than taking over, and as a music fanatic, she is always looking for the best way to listen to new music releases. Discovering the top audio equipment that enhances sound quality and provides optimum comfort is what Ashley does best.In her spare time, Ashley enjoys hitting her reading goals on Goodreads by getting into the latest fantasy novels with a cup of tea as well as getting out in the Welsh mountains for a good hike on the weekend.
Latest articles by Ashley Thieme

It’s a brew-tiful day for a hike — so have your coffee in the great outdoors
By Ashley Thieme published
Freshly brewed coffee doesn't have to just be a home comfort. Here's what to use to make the best coffee on any adventure.

I wore the Amazfit Bip 6 for over a week — here are 5 things I like and 3 I hate
By Ashley Thieme published
The new Amazfit Bip 6 tracks sleep, workouts and readiness. Here's a breakdown of the good and the bad features of this smartwatch.

I ditched my Oral-B for this sonic toothbrush — now I look like Ross Geller after he got his teeth whitened
By Ashley Thieme published
The Quip Ultra toothbrush with sonic technology is super easy to use and made my teeth visibly whiter in just one week.

I tested the Pentax WG-1000 for a weekend and got some of the best images I’ve ever taken... on a compact camera!
By Ashley Thieme published
The Pentax WG-1000 is waterproof, dustproof and shockproof all while producing vivid images.

Goodbye Oura — I tested the new $79 Amazfit Bip 6 for a week and was seriously impressed
By Ashley Thieme published
The Amazfit Bip 6 smartwatch provides accurate health and fitness tracking at a fraction of the price of Apple and Oura.

I'll be taking this hand coffee grinder with me everywhere — the 1Zpresso Q Air is perfect for brewing on the go
By Ashley Thieme published
The Z1presso Q Air is a versatile, compact hand coffee grinder, making it perfect for anyone who wants freshly ground beans anytime, anywhere.

I ditched my AirPods for these budget open-ear earbuds while running for a week — I won’t be going back
By Ashley Thieme published
A great addition to any workout — these budget open-ears have great sound quality and are super comfortable

EarFun OpenJump review: I couldn’t take these earbuds off quick enough
By Ashley Thieme published
The EarFun OpenJump earbuds managed to ruin my favorite songs. Only the personalized sound profiles makes them bearable.

I just tested Logitech’s MX BRIO 705 webcam and my colleagues have never seen me this clearly before
By Ashley Thieme published
The Logitech MX BRIO 705 provides crisp 4K camera quality with the ability to customize your lighting settings, or simply use AI.

Soundcore AeroClip review: sleek looks and stunning sound, these new open-ears just blew me away
By Ashley Thieme published
The Soundcore AeroClip open-ear earbuds have excellent sound quality with maximum comfort.

I never thought I’d consider giving up my Beats but these Edifier headphones changed everything
By Ashley Thieme published
Perfect for anyone looking for control over their listening, these budget headphones blew me away
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