Articles by Josh Russell, Reviews Editor

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Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review: polished design, fun functionality

By Josh Russell Published 19 March 26

With its sleek design, solid performance, and playful features, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has won me over from my conservative old handset.

Five great tools for making music on your laptop

By Josh Russell Published 17 March 26

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Whether it’s synthesizing new sounds, adding royalty free samples or producing the perfect mix, each of these fantastic tools has helped transform the way I make music on my laptop.

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Still find parrying in games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 hard to time? Let me tell you about how a new controller’s fantastic speed and micro-switch triggers transformed my timing

By Josh Russell Published 5 March 26

I thought my aged reflexes were too slow for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — then this controller with 3.5ms input latency and micro-switch dual-mode triggers changed everything.

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‘The sonic gap is narrowing fast’ – after pitting my TCL TV’s built-in Bang & Olufsen sound against an external soundbar, I’m starting to doubt whether every set needs an aural upgrade

By Josh Russell Published 28 February 26

Since testing this modern, mid-range TV, I’m beginning to doubt whether every screen requires a soundbar by default.

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‘Awesome precision meets blisteringly fast connectivity’ – I tested the Asus ROG Raikiri II Xbox Wireless and I’m never going back to my first-party controller

By Josh Russell Published 27 February 26

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Asus ROG’s innovative Raikiri II controller and its trailblazing TMR triggers have finally given me the edge I need in my favorite games.

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The Sony WF-1000XM6 are the most feature-packed earbuds I’ve ever tested — here are 3 hidden functions you shouldn't miss

By Josh Russell Published 20 February 26

Wish controlling your music was less hassle? My three favorite features from the new Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds make spinning your spot-on tunes or having a quick convo a breeze.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic sit either side of a stone podium, on which sits the Oura Ring 3.

I test fitness tech for a living and have been diagnosed with sleep apnea – so I couldn’t resist turning myself into a guinea pig to see whether these 3 top sleep trackers could spot it

By Josh Russell Published 11 February 26

These sleep trackers claim to be able to detect breathing irregularities as you sleep – so how did they fare when I challenged them to sniff out my diagnosed disorder?

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‘Fun, flexible and affordable’ – I tested Ikea’s super-cheap Bluetooth speaker and, as long as you’re not expecting Sonos-toppling sound, it’s a blast

By Josh Russell Published 31 January 26

I tested Ikea’s extremely budget Bluetooth banger – and it’s a really fun way to create a mock multi-room system for less moolah.

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Wave bland wall spaces goodbye: I tested two of my fave digital photo frames head-to-head, and this option is perfect for giving gloomy winter rooms a glow-up

By Josh Russell Published 30 January 26

I pit my two fave digital photo frames against each other – while both are absolutely gorgeous, this is the one that will light up your living room the most.

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This hidden Wi-Fi speaker feature has blown my mind — here’s why you should demand it in all your audio gear

By Josh Russell Published 25 January 26

This lesser-known feature for wireless speakers is the sound-shaping skill I’ve subconsciously spent years longing for.

The WiiM Sound Lite side by side with the Sonos Era 100 from a 45 degree angle.

WiiM Sound Lite vs Sonos Era 100: I let these Wi-Fi speakers slug it out, and the showdown was far closer than I ever would have imagined

By Josh Russell Published 25 January 26

I pit WiiM’s Lite Wi-Fi speaker against the Sonos Era 100, but which will come out on top: spacious sound or outrageous bass?

The Wiim Sound side-by-side with the Sonos Era 100 on a polished wood table, in front of a plant and a pink background.

I test Wi-Fi speakers for a living — if you’re switching away from Sonos, this one feature is an absolute must-have

By Josh Russell Published 18 January 26

Don't worry about Spatial Audio, eARC or built-in phono stages – this is the most essential Wi-Fi speaker feature in my book.

The Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 in its keyboard stand, in front of a pink wall.

I tested the Huawei MatePad 12X 2025 and loved its bright, paperlike display and smart productivity features — but this tablet hero is undone by a single tragic flaw

By Josh Russell Published 18 January 26

Huawei’s slate aced most of the tests I threw at it — but there's one shortcoming that makes it miss the mark for me.

I tested WiiM’s Wi-Fi speaker against the Sonos Era 100 – here’s which I think is worth buying

By Josh Russell Published 11 January 26

I tested the WiiM Sound and Sonos Era 100 side by side to see which offers the best sound.

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The Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition and CX40+ set up and plugged into the LG TQ520S-P, with Pac-Man 7800 on the screen.

Atari 2600+ Pac-Man Edition review: drench your brain in glorious nostalgia

By Josh Russell Published 3 January 26

Atari’s Pac-Man-themed retro console has me reliving childhood memories all over again and returned me to a simpler, pixelated past.

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I’m TechRadar’s reviews editor – here are the 5 best gadgets I’ve tested all year

By Josh Russell Published 27 December 25

I’m in charge of reviews here at TechRadar – these are the 5 best gadgets I personally tested in 2025.

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I upgraded my old 4K TV to the gorgeous, glowing TCL C8K – but there is one thing I miss

By Josh Russell Published 27 December 25

I swapped my big brand TV for one from a challenger brand – and here’s why I think you should too.

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The We Are Rewind GB-001 with its handle raised and its VU meters lit up, in front of a pink background.

I tested the We Are Rewind boombox – and it rekindled joyful memories of splicing together mixtapes

By Josh Russell Published 26 December 25

We Are Rewind’s GB-001 boombox is perfect for recording mixtapes and blasting bass.

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Beyerdynamic MMX 150 Wireless review: an immersive, mid-market gem

By Josh Russell Published 29 November 25

I’ve reviewed audio gadgets for years – and even I’m impressed with the spatialized sound of Beyerdynamic’s new gaming headset.

The Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro in front of a pink background with a slatted wooden panel.

Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro review: a dream espresso machine for delivering consistent caffeine hits

By Josh Russell Published 8 November 25

I tested the Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro, and it’s unlocked a whole new world of easy espresso and super-consistent cappuccino

The Eptusmey 10.1-inch WiFi Digital Photo Frame in vertical orientation, showing a closeup of pink rhododendrons.

Eptusmey 10.1-inch WiFi Digital Photo Frame review: impressively precise for its affordable price

By Josh Russell Published 26 October 25

I’ve tested loads of digital photo frames – and even I was impressed with how this one performed, given its super-low price.

Three Mamenchisaurus and a monorail silhouetted against a golden setting sun in Jurassic World Evolution 3.

Jurassic World Evolution 3 review: brilliant dinosaur breeding and creative park planning held back by busywork

By Josh Russell Published 22 October 25

I love breeding dinosaurs and designing scenery in Jurassic World Evolution 3 – but all the busywork feels like an unnecessary distraction

The Turtle Beach Atlas 200 sat on top of a cylinder, with the mic folded out, in front of a pink background.

I review premium headphones for a living – even I was surprised how great this budget gaming headset sounds

By Josh Russell Published 19 October 25

Don’t want to spend too much on a gaming headset? I tested the perfect budget option for you.

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I’ve given up on finding one pair of headphones to rule them all – that’s why I use these 5 pairs for different situations

By Josh Russell Published 30 September 25

I’m done looking for ‘the one’ – that’s why I rely on these 5 exceptional pairs of headphones for their specialist skills instead.

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I tried out some super-cheap wired headphones – they put the bass in ‘bargain basement’

By Josh Russell Published 18 September 25

I tested some $12.99 / £15 wired headphones – and they sound quite a lot better than they look.

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