Evidence before the score.

A full review is reserved for products we can obtain and evaluate directly. A specification record or first impression is labelled clearly and is not presented as a completed hands-on review.

We record the exact model and variant, region, software version, test dates, source or purchase status, and any commercial relationship. We state when a test was not completed.

We do not use an overall score unless a written rubric can be applied consistently. Price, availability, software support, and verdicts receive an update date when they change.