Harry Padoan

Harry Padoan

Staff Writer

Harry is a Reviews Staff Writer for TechRadar. He reviews everything from party speakers to wall chargers and has a particular interest in the worlds of audio and gaming.

Prior to joining TechRadar, Harry was a journalist covering stories from the telecoms industry, drilling into areas such as innovation, acquisitions, and sustainability.

When he isn’t testing the newest tech, Harry can probably be found listening to deep house, playing JRPGs, or watching his beloved Tottenham Hotspur.

Articles by: Harry Padoan

Regi Gigas comparison from Switch 2, with and without handheld boost

I tried the Nintendo Switch 2’s new handheld boost feature, and I couldn’t believe how good these smash-hit Switch games looked

By Harry Padoan published

I tested the Nintendo Switch 2’s handheld boost mode, and it’s an absolute game-changer — here’s why.

Ditto takes photo with Machoke in Pokémon Pokopia

These are my top 5 Pokémon games on Nintendo Switch 2 — including a controversial entry, and one that you may have forgotten

By Harry Padoan published

Of all the Pokémon games that are playable on Switch 2, these are the five best — at least in my opinion.

Zoomed in image of a shocked Sunkern in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness

'Please wait a little longer' urges Nintendo as Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness crashes on Nintendo Switch 2 — a fix is in the works

By Harry Padoan published

Nintendo tells Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness players that its investigating the game crashing on Nintendo Switch 2, and a fix is planned for the near future.

Characters in train carriages in Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park

With enticing visual enhancements, creative new bosses, and multiplayer mayhem, is Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch 2 worth the upgrade? Here’s what I think after collecting every Wonder Seed

By Harry Padoan published

I spent 25 hours stomping on Koopas and Goombas in Super Mario Bros. Wonder for Switch 2, and although its multiplayer minigames left me conflicted, I still had a wonderful time.

Turtle Beach PlayTrek Travel Case for Nintendo Switch 2 on table with Joy-Con 2 controllers

Turtle Beach’s Donkey Kong-themed Nintendo Switch 2 case is the best I’ve tested so far, with impressive durability and storage at a tempting low price

By Harry Padoan published

Editor's Choice

This hard-shell case from Turtle Beach is easily one of the best I’ve tried so far — and its stand-out design is a big reason for that.

Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2 on table, against pink background

I tested Bose’s smallest Bluetooth speaker and although I enjoyed its balanced audio, its high price feels hard to justify

By Harry Padoan published

Bose’s bijou Bluetooth speaker delivers solid sound, excellent durability, and stylish looks, but I’d still buy a rival instead — here’s why.

Sennheiser CX 80U earbuds with different-sized eartips

Wired earbuds are in right now, and this budget-friendly pair from Sennheiser are so good I’d spend my own money on them

By Harry Padoan published

Yes, wired earbuds are trendy again, and this cheap set is all you need for beautiful compression-free audio.

Mr. Mime Battling Diglett in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen

Everyone hates this Pokémon, but it's one of the best you can use in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen — here’s how you can obtain it on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

By Harry Padoan published

This game-changing trade was vital for me in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 — here’s how to access it.

Eevee in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness

What should you evolve Eevee into on Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness for Nintendo Switch 2? Here’s my opinion as a life-long Pokémon fan

By Harry Padoan published

Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness has landed on Nintendo Switch 2 — here’s what you should evolve your Eevee into.

Main character at Vermilion City port in Pokémon LeafGreen

You can catch Deoxys, Ho-Oh, and Lugia in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen for Switch and Switch 2 — but what about Mew?

By Harry Padoan published

I went searching for Mew in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, but is it actually obtainable? Here’s what I discovered.

Lights on the Marshall Bromley 450

Immersive sound, awesome battery life, and karaoke functionality for good measure — Marshall just scored a second hit with its latest party speaker

By Harry Padoan published

Recommended

I tested Marshall’s second party speaker, and it may be smaller, but my word does it pack a punch — here’s how I rated it.

Bose SoundLink Plus beside the Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen

I tested my favorite Bose and B&O audiophile Bluetooth speakers in a head-to-head showdown — here's the one I'd buy with my own money

By Harry Padoan published

I've tested over 40 Bluetooth speakers, and after pitting these similarly priced Bang & Olufsen and Bose models against one another, there's only one I'd actually buy.

Raikou appears in Pokémon LeafGreen

The starter you pick in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen means a lot more than you might think — here's why you need to choose carefully

By Harry Padoan published

Playing Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen? You’ll want to pick your starter carefully – but not for the reason you may think.

Trainer stands before Deoxys in Pokémon LeafGreen

Still choosing between Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2? Here’s something you might not have considered

By Harry Padoan published

There's something you may not have considered when choosing between Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2.

Sennheiser CX 80U earbuds on block

I tested Sennheiser’s new USB-C wired earbuds and was wowed by their stellar sound, luxurious looks, and legendary low price

By Harry Padoan published

Recommended

I spent two weeks with Sennheiser’s new budget-friendly wired earbuds, and they surpassed my expectations in just about every way.

Screenshot from the upcoming life-sim game Pokémon Pokopia

Pokémon Pokopia is sold out at many major retailers, but it’s really not difficult to see why

By Harry Padoan published

Pokémon Pokopia stock looks to be low with various retailers around the world, and its surprising critic response may well have something to do with it.

LG Sound Suite Quad Suite setup on table

I tested LG’s most hardcore Dolby Atmos FlexConnect setup, and it works like a dream — but is it really worth buying all this?

By Harry Padoan published

The LG Immersive Quad Suite is one of the most immersive sound systems I’ve ever tested, but I still wouldn’t recommend it to everyone — here’s why.

The MacBook Neo, Galaxy S26 Ultra, and Nothing Headphones (a)

ICYMI: the week's 9 biggest tech news stories from Apple's MacBook Neo to launch to Xbox's new console tease

By Hamish Hector, Mark Wilson published

This week we went to MWC and were treated to some major Nothing and Apple launches including the Apple MacBook Neo.

TV with PS5 homepage on display and Marshall soundbar underneath with Dualsense controllers

Sick of slow PS5 game downloads? This simple trick could save you a whole lot of time

By Harry Padoan published

This simple change cut my PS5 game download times dramatically — here’s how you could save yourself a bunch of time too.

Reverse side of the Nothing Phone (4a)

I reviewed Nothing's new budget phone, and it's a sleek, steady performer that impressed me so much that I might not go back to my Samsung

By Harry Padoan published

Recommended

Nothing's new budget-friendly mobile wowed me with its stand-out design and impressive performance, making it easy to recommend.

LG Sound Suite Immersive Suite 7 Pro set up with LG TV

I reviewed the ‘world’s first’ Dolby Atmos FlexConnect soundbar ‘system’ and it’s really something — here’s what I made of LG’s multi-box Sound Suite

By Harry Padoan published

Recommended

I finally tried a soundbar system with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, and to say it impressed me would be an understatement.

Nintendo Switch 2 with Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones and Sennheiser IE 200 IEMs

After more than eight months with the Nintendo Switch 2, I still can’t get over this one performance upgrade — and it's got nothing to do with visuals or framerate

By Harry Padoan published

I love this Nintendo Switch 2 performance upgrade so much that I wouldn’t even dare to play my old Switch ever again.

Person holding JBL Clip 5 next to someone holding the UE Wonderboom 4

I pitted JBL and UE’s mini Bluetooth speakers against one another, and although they both sound sensational, there was only ever going to be one winner

By Harry Padoan published

Here’s what happened when I pitted JBL and UE’s small-sized Bluetooth speakers against each other.

Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch 2 next to Switch 2 console and Joy-Con 2 controllers

I tested Turtle Beach’s Mario-infused Nintendo Switch 2 controller, and its combination of a flashy design with TMR thumbsticks won me over — even if it does omit a few too many features

By Harry Padoan published

I reviewed the new Rematch controller for Nintendo Switch 2, and while it impressed me with TMR thumbsticks and a fun design, I wish Turtle Beach added a few more features.

Various Pokémon games with Switch 2, Nintendo DSi XL and Nintendo DS Lite on table

As a lifelong Pokémon fan, the return of FireRed and LeafGreen has me feeling hopeful — now I need these 3 classic entries to land on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

By Harry Padoan published

It's great to see some classic Pokémon land on Switch and Switch 2, but if these titles land on modern platforms, I'll be absolutely over the moon.

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