Articles by 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

Sennheiser IE 200 plugged into music player

I’ve tested a ton of wireless earbuds, but I keep coming back to this affordable wired set – here’s why

By Harry Padoan published 24 June 25

I own some great wireless headphones and earbuds but still use these wired in-ears almost daily.

You might not be getting the highest quality audio when listening to music on your phone – here's how to change that

By Harry Padoan published 23 June 25

Does your music sound a little underwhelming? I have a quick fix that will transform your listening experiences.

Person holding out phone with Marshall app in front of the Marshall Heston 120

I swapped my soundbar and sub combo for an all-in-one alternative – here's why I'm never going back

By Harry Padoan published 23 June 25

I swapped my multi-box Samsung soundbar for an all-in-one rival – here’s why I’m sticking by my decision.

I tested the Sony WH-1000XM6 against 5 top-tier rivals – here’s which wireless headphones I’d recommend

By Harry Padoan published 20 June 25

I pitted the Sony WH–1000XM6 headphones against 5 huge rivals, here’s how they stacked up against the competition.

Person holding Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3: what I learned while testing 2025's best premium wireless headphones

By Harry Padoan published 18 June 25

Here’s what I learnt after pitting Sony’s latest flagship headphones against the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3.

Q Acoustics Q Sub120 next to Marshall Heston 120 with TV playing The Boy and the Heron

I hooked up Marshall’s five-star soundbar to a mega external sub and the combo was so powerful I felt the room shake

By Harry Padoan published 18 June 25

I connected a giant subwoofer to the Marshall Heston 120 and it absolutely blew me away.

Anker 20,000mAh 87W power bank next to the Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World on-screen

3 chargers I’ve tested and recommend for giving your Nintendo Switch 2’s battery life a boost

By Harry Padoan published 18 June 25

I’ve tested dozens of chargersm – here are the 3 I’d recommend for your Nintendo Switch 2.

I reviewed Insta360's 4K webcam – even if you don't think you need this PC upgrade, it's one you’ll be so happy you made

By Harry Padoan published 11 June 25

Recommended

I reviewed the Insta360 Link 2C 4K webcam and it’s given my PC setup the facelift I didn’t know it needed.

Anker 20,000mAh 87W power bank plugged into Nintendo Switch 2 with Mario Kart World in play

Disappointed by the Nintendo Switch 2's battery life? I quadrupled it with this cheap accessory

By Harry Padoan published 10 June 25

A budget-friendly battery pack quadrupled my Switch 2 playing time and I can’t recommend it enough.

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 charging case with earbuds balanced in front

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 review: a solid budget alternative to the AirPods, but there’s better out there

By Harry Padoan published 9 June 25

I tested Anker’s rival to the AirPods 4 and it was a tighter contest than I’d anticipated.

Sony WH-1000XM6 next to XM5 and XM4 models

I compared the Sony WH-1000XM6, XM5 and XM4 headphones directly – here’s how I'd spend my own money

By Harry Padoan published 7 June 25

I pitted the Sony WH-1000XM6, XM5 and XM4 against each other and there's only one pair of headphones I'd buy myself.

Activo Volcano review: Astell & Kern’s offshoot brand delivers its cheapest IEMs to date and they're solid, but not without fault

By Harry Padoan published 7 June 25

The Activo Volcano are well-priced and deliver impressive low-end output, but they’re bested by rivals on instrument separation, comfort and design.

Marshall Heston 120 below TV with Marshall headphones and 4k UHD blu-rays below that

Marshall Heston 120 review: a stunning Dolby Atmos soundbar with amazing bass for an all-in-one

By Harry Padoan published 3 June 25

Editor's Choice

Marshall’s first ever soundbar supplies quaking bass and awesome Atmos for movies, making it a top-tier all-in-one option.

Sony WH-1000XM6 and Sony WH-1000XM4 folded up next to each other

Got the Sony WH-1000XM4? Here are 3 reasons I’d upgrade to the Sony WH-1000XM6 after testing them side-by-side

By Harry Padoan published 31 May 25

After weeks of testing, I think Sony's latest noise cancelling headphones are worth the upgrade price

Controls on top of the Marshall Kilburn III

I tried Marshall’s new Bluetooth speaker, and it impressed with generous battery life and true stereo sound

By Harry Padoan published 27 May 25

The latest entry in Marshall’s Kilburn line of speakers has landed, with upgraded battery life and audio performance.

Sony WH-1000XM6 and Sony WH-1000XM4, both leaning against a cylindrical post

Sony WH-1000XM6 vs Sony WH-1000XM4: after hours of testing, here’s which headphones I’d buy

By Harry Padoan published 24 May 25

The Sony WH-1000XM6 and WH-1000XM4 are both fantastic headphones, but there’s only one pair that I’d recommend you buy now.

3 years, 17 bass drivers, and Jason Momoa on repeat: Marshall’s audio engineers tell us how they made its first-ever soundbar stand out

By Harry Padoan published 23 May 25

Marshall’s audio engineers talk us through the highlights and challenges of developing the company’s first ever soundbar

Person holding Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra

I tested the Sony WH-1000XM6 against the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones to see which take the noise-cancelling headphones throne

By Harry Padoan published 21 May 25

The brand new Sony WH-1000XM6 battle it out with the critically acclaimed Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones to which has the better noise cancellation (and other features)

Person holding Sony WH-1000XM6 and Sony WH-1000XM5

I compared the Sony WH-1000XM6 to the Sony WH-1000XM5 directly, to see which are the best-value buy

By Harry Padoan published 20 May 25

It's Sony WH-1000XM6 to the Sony WH-1000XM5 in real-world testing of two of the hottest noise cancelling headphones

I tried Marshall’s first soundbar, which rivals the Sonos Arc Ultra with an amp-inspired design and huge Dolby Atmos sound

By Harry Padoan published 20 May 25

Marshall is heading into the world of TV soundbars with a $1,000 rival to Sonos.

3 reasons I'd buy the Sony WH-1000XM6 and 3 reasons I wouldn't, based on my real-world testing

By Harry Padoan published 16 May 25

Sony's newest headphones supply incredible ANC and brilliant audio... but are they right for you?

Sony WH-1000XM6 review: excellent headphones that meld the best parts of Sony's previous cans

By Harry Padoan published 15 May 25

Recommended

The Sony WH-1000XM6 boast incredible noise cancelling capabilities, awesome audio and a smarter design, but that comes at quite the cost.

Anker Soundcore C40i charging case and earbuds

Anker Soundcore C40i review: clip-on open ear headphones that aren’t quite top tier

By Harry Padoan published 13 May 25

The Anker Soundcore C40i sound pretty good, but they aren’t the most comfortable or feature-rich pair around.

Apple Nike Sport Loop review: a flexible, fabric watch strap, crafted for the active type

By Harry Padoan published 14 April 25

Although some may not love the Apple Nike Sport Loop's yarn-crafted build, it’s hard to deny that its breathable, secure design makes it ideal for athletic folk.

Apple Solo Loop on block with watch displaying weather

This Apple Watch band got some exciting new color options in 2025 – I tested it out to see if its still a top-class strap

By Harry Padoan published 11 April 25

Recommended

Although there are more breathable, adjustable options, the Apple Solo Loop still impresses with its comfortable fit and vivid color options.

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