Alex Temblador

Alex Temblador

Alex Temblador is a Dallas, Texas-based award-winning freelance writer and award-winning author of Half Outlaw and Secrets of the Casa Rosada. While she's best known for her coverage of travel, arts, and culture, she began to write more about design, architecture, and home products when she bought her 102-year-old house in 2020. Since then, she's reviewed products for outlets such as Real Homes, Gardeningetc., Homes & Gardens, Outside, and TripSavvy. When she's not writing articles or reviews, Alex is jet-setting around the world, working on her next novel, or teaching a literary class.

Articles by: Alex Temblador

Tester using the Shark Freestyle Pro cordless upright vacuum on a carpet panel

This cordless upright vacuum blends power and portability – it's perfect for small homes

By Alex Temblador published

The Shark Freestyle Max is nimble, very affordable, and packs a punch when it comes to cleaning power – just watch out for the short battery life.

Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat in reviewer's home

I've been testing Shark's new combo fan and heater, and the cooling is superb but the warming underwhelms

By Alex Temblador published

The original TurboBlade blew me away, but I'm not quite as hot on the warming function Shark has added for the Cool + Heat version.

Three detail photos of the Shark PowerDetect Cordless vacuum in a living room

I tested a bunch of vacuums this year, and the Shark PowerDetect Cordless was hands-down my favorite – here's why

By Alex Temblador published

As a TechRadar product reviewer, a lot of gadgets pass through my door – but this is one I'll be hanging on to for as long as possible.

Shark PowerDetect Upright vacuum in use

Shark PowerDetect Upright vacuum review: a powerful, smart and versatile dust-buster

By Alex Temblador published

With smart suction adjustment and a versatile design, the Shark PowerDetect Upright Vacuum is a cut above the competition.

Close up of fan head on Dreo TurboPoly Fan 508S, showing red ambient lighting

Dreo TurboPoly Fan 508S review: good as a fan, but phenomenal as an air circulator

By Alex Temblador published

The Dreo TurboPoly 508S is my secret weapon for lower energy bills this summer.

Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo portable fan in a garden

I tested this portable misting fan, and it immediately became my summer essential

By Alex Temblador published

The lightweight, cordless Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo fan will be keeping me cool at the lake, barbecue, and tailgate.

Dreo Smart Tower Fan 519S in reviewer's home

Dreo Smart Tower Fan 519S review: a well-priced fan that's packed with useful features

By Alex Temblador published

This smart tower fan is armed with a whole arsenal of features to keep the temperature under control. Here's my full review.

The Strava app on an iPhone 15 Pro

5 fitness apps powered by AI that you can download right now

By Alex Temblador published

AI programs are becoming more common among fitness apps like Strava, Garmin Connect+ and AllTrails – to varying degrees of success.

Reviewer pointing remote control at Shark TurboBlade, in her living room

Shark TurboBlade fan review: supreme cooling in any direction

By Alex Temblador published

Recommended

This innovative take on the tower fan can blast out blades of cool air in any direction, but it's its breeze-inspired mode that really won me over.

Hoka Cielo X1 2.0

The HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 is a brilliant lightweight running shoe with a price tag to match

By Alex Temblador published

How does the HOKA Cielo X1 2.0 stack up as a speed shoe for 2025?

Tester using Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum in living room

Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick Vacuum review

By Alex Temblador last updated

Recommended

The Shark PowerDetect Cordless Stick Vacuum is designed to combine power with seriously smart detection features.

Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum, standing upright, next to supplied accessories, in reviewer's home

Levoit LVAC-200 Cordless Vacuum review

By Alex Temblador published

The Levoit LVAC-200 is a nifty budget vacuum that's well-suited to homes with lots of hard floor.

Shark Stratos Cordless with Clean Sense IQ IZ862H

Shark Stratos Cordless vacuum cleaner review

By Alex Temblador last updated

The Stratos cordless vacuum is a powerful stick vac with some useful added features; a great choice for those with pets or lots of carpet.

The Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop leaving its charging station

Shark PowerDetect Robot Vacuum and Mop review: a robot vacuum that detects dirt

By Alex Temblador published

Shark’s most expensive robot vacuum adjusts its cleaning power thanks to DirtDetect and StainDetect technology.

The Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top mattress on a bed in a bedroom

Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top mattress review: sink into an incredibly comfortable mattress

By Alex Temblador published

Recommended

The Beautyrest Black K-Class Plush Pillow Top “hugs” sleepers at night with its plush and cushioned embrace.

Ninja Foodie Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & Air Fryer with Built-In Thermometer, 2nd Generation on dining table

Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill & Air Fryer with Built in Thermometer, 2nd Generation, DG551 review

By Alex Temblador published

An indoor grill and air fryer that can also roast, bake, broil, and dehydrate large portions.

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