Zarif Ali
Contributing since January, 2021
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About Zarif Ali
Zarif is a Writer at MakeUseOf. He is a Graphic Designer, Photographer, and student studying in Toronto, Canada. Zarif has been a tech enthusiast for over 5 years and has a great deal of interest in everything Android and iOS.
Latest Articles
Apple M3 MacBook Air (13-Inch) Review: Why Buy Anything Else?
The M3 upgrade further cements the MacBook Air as being the best laptop for most people.
ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 Review: The Surface Neo We Always Wanted
The ASUS Zenbook DUO proves the laptop form-factor isn’t a dead-end for design innovation.
ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405) Review: Is This the MacBook of Windows?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED sets the benchmark of what an ultra-portable Windows laptop can be in 2024.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: This Is the Benchmark for an AI Phone
While it doesn't make any dramatic changes, the incremental improvements make this the Android to beat this year (again)
ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED BAPE Edition Review: Stealthy, Stylish, and Practical
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED Bape Edition blends style and practicality in a 15-inch package that won't weigh your bag down.
Moment T-Series Lenses Review: Do You Really Need More Lenses for Your Phone?
The Moment T-Series lens collection are a mobile photographer's dream, with an equally fantastical price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ Review: The Same Old Middleweight Champion
The Galaxy Tab S9+ is the perfect middle-ground in Samsung's flagship tablet lineup, making it the ultimate premium Android tablet for the masses.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Series Review: More of the Same
The Watch 6 is hard to beat for a WearOS experience, but let down by poor battery life and sluggish performance.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 Review: Almost the Perfect Creator Tool
Is it more than just a spec bump—or does this join Microsoft's long list of tragically aging hardware?
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 Review: New Processor, Same Old Drawbacks
Is Microsoft's Surface Laptop Go 3 still the Chromebook killer? It doesn't seem so.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Review: Still the King of the Clamshell
Despite a mediocre camera system and battery life, the Z Flip5 offers the best flip-phone experience yet for enthusiasts and early adopters.
Samsung Galaxy Fold5 Review: More Than Just an Iteration
Is the Galaxy Fold5 really a major upgrade over last year's Fold4?
The Best Budget Samsung Tablets of 2024
Owning a tablet doesn't have to cost a lot of money, especially with the range of budget-friendly Samsung tablets.
The Best iPad Accessories for Students
If you're using an iPad for your studies, you can improve the experience with these iPad accessories
The Best Earbuds for Phone Calls
When you use one of these pairs of earbuds, you won't have to worry about crackling audio or sudden connection drops during important phone calls.
OnePlus Buds Pro Long-Term Review: OnePlus' Most Refined Headphones Yet
The OnePlus Buds Pro offer an exceptional audio experience with active noise cancellation and incredible battery life.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Review: The True "Pro" Phone
The Galaxy Z Fold3 is the best argument that can be made for this form factor. If you have the money to own it, this is a magical device.
The 7 Best Wireless Earbuds for Android
Enjoy wireless audio on your Android device with wireless earbuds that fit neatly into your ears.
Google Pixel Buds A-Series Review: Best Wireless Earbuds for Android in 2021
While the A-series loses out on ANC, they still deliver flagship sound quality and features at a very attractive price point.
Huawei Band 6 Review: One of the Best Budget Fitness Trackers of 2021
A competitive and capable fitness tracker with SpO2 monitoring that works well.