Ian Bell
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Author/Co-Author of 29 articles
I'm the co-founder and CEO of Digital Trends Media Group, which I launched in 2006 out of my home office to share my passion for consumer electronics, gaming, entertainment, and making tech accessible to everyone. As a recipient of the Microsoft MVP award for Digital Media, I've been recognized as a pioneer in the field. I've authored or co-authored over 1,600 articles, overseeing content that reaches millions of people on topics like computing, pool cleaners, smart home tech, and portable power stations.
Ascênda is the tequila brand that’s betting on transparency, not celebrities
How Ascênda's founders built a premium sipping tequila and a clean canned drink from the same tequila, and why that should matter
Terra Kaffe’s Sahand Dilmaghani on Bauhaus, Bean-to-Cup, and Killing the Coffee Pod
Ditch the wasteful coffee pods without the overcomplicated set up
Reserva de la Familia shares their heritage through luxurious Once In A Generation trip to celebrate its 30th anniversary
Discover the legacy of Reserva de la Familia tequila on its 30th anniversary: from the world's first Extra Añejo to artist collaborations, sustainable craftsmanship, and the exclusive $30,000 Once In A Generation luxury trip through Mexico's tequila heartland.
Energy drinks for grown-ups: The story behind mōcean
Discover mōcean's new approach to energy drinks, focusing on wellness with ingredients like Shiso, Ashwagandha, and Elderberry. Perfect for adults seeking steady, clean energy.
Benoît de Clerck reveals what’s next for Zenith’s 160-year legacy
Zenith CEO Benoît de Clerck reflects on 160 years of Swiss watchmaking excellence, from the El Primero legacy to the brand’s bold new innovations.
Bartesian Professional Cocktail Maker: A closer look at the high-tech home bar tool
Looking to elevate your at-home bar setup? Explore the Bartesian Professional Cocktail Maker, its features, pros, cons, and insights from the CEO.
Inside the coastal gin that captures Sausalito’s breezy, bohemian soul
Discover how Scott Jampol left tech to create Sausalito Liquor Co., crafting coastal-inspired gin, whiskey, and chocolate liqueur that embody California’s laid-back luxury.
Alpine edge meets Mediterranean soul in Aurélien’s winter menswear collection
Discover how Aurélien blends Alpine ruggedness with Mediterranean ease in its FW25–26 menswear collection focused on quiet luxury and timeless style.
Why Pineider believes real luxury is meant to be quiet and made to last
Discover how Pineider's Nicola Andreatta is bringing 250 years of Italian craftsmanship and quiet luxury to modern men seeking timeless, meaningful style.
How Frederick Anderson and Empirical crafted a spirit as bold as American couture
Discover how Empirical and fashion designer Frederick Anderson collaborated to create a unique gin alternative, blending couture and mixology with Douglas fir, roasted pecan, and angelica root.
Inside The Pathfinder’s rise: Redefining non-alcoholic spirits with hemp and bold flavor
Discover how The Pathfinder is transforming zero-proof cocktails with hemp-based spirits, bold botanicals, and a bar-first approach to mindful drinking.
Inside the South Carolina farm raising America’s rarest Wagyu beef
Caroland Farms is one of the few U.S. farms raising 100% full-blood Wagyu beef. Discover how this South Carolina family preserves authentic Japanese genetics and redefines luxury beef.
Paul Guerlain on crafting The Cut: Penhaligon’s bold new fragrance inspired by Savile Row
We interview master perfumer Paul Guerlain about Penhaligon’s The Cut fragrance
How a family’s century-old promise shaped this soulful Mexican tequila
Discover how Leyenda 1925, a premium additive-free tequila from Jalisco, blends tradition, craftsmanship, and legacy for modern connoisseurs.
Inside LERET LERET: Edouard Leret on redefining cashmere and building a living archive
LERET LERET co-founder Edouard Leret shares how a global perspective, family roots, and timeless design are shaping the brand’s luxury cashmere legacy.
Patiofyre Metro Jetlamp: How a husband-and-wife duo reimagined outdoor heating
Just over a hundred miles away from Portland, in the heart of Bend, Oregon where outdoor living thrives amongst crisp high-desert evenings, PatioFyre has created a new way to experience outdoor heating with its Metro Jetlamp patio heater. Born from the vision of husband-and-wife duo Matthrew and Angela Korish, this innovative wood pellet fueled patio […]
Meet the man behind Serenbe, America’s most inspiring wellness community
Discover how Steve Nygren went from running a restaurant empire to founding Serenbe, a 1,400-acre biophilic village in Georgia that’s redefining sustainable, connected living.
Anforh: A new solution for fine hair, shaped by 55K+ men’s feedback
After 12 years of testing grooming products, Robin James of Man For Himself launches Anforh — a UK-made hair care line designed for men with fine or thinning hair, based on insights from over 55,000 survey responses.
The future of U.S. cycling starts here—and this team plans to take it all the way to the Tour de France
Modern Adventure Pro Cycling is more than a new team—it’s a long-term effort to revive American cycling. With big goals and bold partnerships, they're aiming for the Tour de France by 2032.
Monos vs. Away luggage comparison: Which is the best luggage brand for you?
As competitors, a head-to-head of Monos vs. Away makes a lot of sense, but the comparison is not as simple as you might think.
Cold brew lovers, meet your new best friend: The Cumulus coffee machine
The Cumulus Cold Brew machine does one thing, and it does it well – cold coffee. Sleek in design, it has three settings: Cold Brew, Nitro Cold Brew, and Cold Espresso.
The sexy looking Anker Solix F3800 can power your home or your camping equipment
Design and functionality are important to me, so that’s why I fell in love with the Anker Solix F3800 when I first saw it.