Articles by Paul Hatton, Freelance writer

Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine.

Articles by: Paul Hatton

You've gotta see the festive app guaranteed to inject hilarity into your Christmas

By Paul Hatton published 14 December 25

Homescreen Heroes: ElfYourself lets you star in up to 27 elf-themed dance videos

I was spending too much time at my desk; that is, until I discovered this app

By Paul Hatton published 7 December 25

Homescreen Heroes: Go Jauntly is the pocket-sized encyclopedia for urban and nature walks.

A pink V-Tech KidiZoom Duo camera in the hands of a young child

Best cameras for kids 2025: we've tested the best cameras for children and teens

By Timothy Coleman last updated 5 December 25

Updated Looking for the best cameras for kids? We've tested all of the best choices in 2025 for the budding creative in your life.

I can finally relax! The app that took the stress out of my Secret Santa experience

By Paul Hatton published 23 November 25

Homescreen Heroes: Elfster is the essential app for organizing your gift exchange

Drowning in emails? Meet the app that's cleaned over a billion

By Paul Hatton published 16 November 25

Drowning in emails? Meet the app that's cleaned over a billion

Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 review: A deep dive with the first ever smartwatch to feature sonar communication

By Paul Hatton published 11 November 25

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The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 is the first smartwatch with sonar communication – but that comes at a cost.

I’ve never hosted a podcast before but this free app made it a breeze

By Paul Hatton published 2 November 25

Homescreen Heroes: Spotify for Creators helps podcasters grow, monetize, and manage their podcast

Strava-lawsuit jitters? Discover the feature-rich freedom of Adidas Running

By Paul Hatton published 26 October 25

Homescreen Heroes: Adidas Running has proved to be a worthy rival to Strava dominance

Best bridge camera 2025: the finest options with huge zoom lenses

By Timothy Coleman last updated 23 October 25

Buying Guide The best bridge cameras are great for wildlife photographers who don't want the hassle of interchangeable lenses.

Drowning in stress? You're not alone – and this app could be your lifeline

By Paul Hatton published 19 October 25

Homescreen Heroes: 95% of Balance users claim they experience less stress and I’m one of them.

One app to rule them all – this might be the ultimate fix for family overload

By Paul Hatton published 13 October 25

Homescreen Heroes: Sortifyd helped me get my life organized

20 years later: How AI is revolutionizing my 'Back to College' experience

By Paul Hatton published 5 October 25

Homescreen Heroes: Genio Notes is the app I wish I had when I was at school

Tired of Google Docs? I found an app that just might replace it

By Paul Hatton published 14 September 25

Homescreen Heroes: Bear is the note-taking app you’ll actually use

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 16 – 5 rumored upgrades for Apple's base model

By Paul Hatton published 5 September 25

Rumors and claimed leaks suggest the iPhone 17 will improve on the iPhone 16 in these five key ways.

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro – what are the rumored differences?

By Paul Hatton published 3 September 25

Leaks suggest the iPhone 17 Pro will be better than the iPhone 17 in a number of meaningful ways

I still use an iPhone 12, but if the iPhone 17 gets these 3 features, I'll finally be tempted to upgrade

By Paul Hatton published 3 September 25

I've not been tempted to upgrade in a long time, but maybe the iPhone 17 is the phone to force my hand.

How to block spam calls on iPhone

By Paul Hatton published 23 August 25

We run you through how to block spam calls on iPhone using two distinct methods.

Best 360 camera 2025: our top rated choices for capturing every angle

By Timothy Coleman last updated 20 August 25

Updated The best 360 cameras let you film everything around you, so you can pick the perfect angles afterwards. Here are the best you can buy.

A message for runners and hikers: 5 reasons why you shouldn’t forget to train your arms

By Paul Hatton published 13 August 25

Don't forget your arms! A strong upper body is key to improving running efficiency, maintaining good form, and preventing injuries.

Woman walking in sunshine with water bottle

5 Trending walking workouts on TikTok, from 'silent walking' to the 12:3:30 workout

By Paul Hatton published 12 August 25

Here are the five trending TikTok walking workouts you need to know about, from the viral 12-3-30 routine to the mindful practice of intuitive walking.

Do you struggle on hikes? Here are 5 essential gym moves to strengthen your legs, glutes and core

By Paul Hatton published 11 August 25

Build the strength and stamina for better runs and hikes with five key gym exercises that will make your outdoor adventures easier.

Best cheap electric bike: tenways CGO600, on TechRadar background

The best cheap e-bikes for 2025: Cost-effective folding, road bikes, and eMTBs

By Paul Hatton last updated 4 August 25

e-bikes The best cheap e-bikes for commuter-friendly rides, without the environmental or economical costs.

I wore this $80 / £80 AI-powered Apple Watch rival for two months, and I still love it

By Paul Hatton published 2 August 25

The Amazfit Bip 6 delivers an impressive level of performance and features, especially given the low price tag.

Are electric bikes street legal? Here’s where you can – and can’t – ride an e-bike

By Paul Hatton published 23 July 25

Don’t get caught out. We dive into the laws surrounding electronically assisted bikes.

Electric bike conversion kits: should you get one?

By Paul Hatton published 22 July 25

Should you get an electric bike conversion kit instead of a fully-fledged e-bike?

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