Articles by Paul Hatton, Tech writer

Writer, app-hoarder, and professional "low battery" enthusiast. Paul spends his days testing wearables so you don’t have to, and his nights wondering if his sleep tracker is judging him. He’s fascinated by the tech that claims to make us better humans—and if it’s wearable, downloadable, or requires a firmware update, he has thoughts on it.

With over 20 years of experience and a first-class Computer Science degree, Paul has navigated the front lines of the tech and creative industries. His work has been published internationally and appears regularly in Digital Camera World and Creative Bloq.

Articles by: Paul Hatton

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.

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

By Paul Hatton published 13 August 25

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

By Paul Hatton published 12 August 25

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

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?

5 things Samsung could announce at Galaxy Unpacked to convert me into a foldable user

By Paul Hatton published 8 July 25

With Galaxy Unpacked now just days away, we look at five things Samsung could announce to convert me into a foldable user.

This cheap Apple Watch dupe is under $100 and actually stuffed with features

By Paul Hatton published 13 May 25

The Tozo S6 is one of an increasing number of super-cheap smartwatches that are attempting to disrupt the industry.

Viaim RecDot Earbuds review: AI recording and transcription that will blow your mind

By Paul Hatton published 10 May 25

Recommended

RecDot Earbuds' AI recording and transcription will wow you to the point that you'll probably accept their (very minor) shortcomings

I tried another Iron Man-style exoskeleton and now I'm stronger than ever

By Paul Hatton last updated 6 May 25

An exoskeleton with assistance and workout modes that makes running, especially uphill, a whole lot easier.

Huawei Watch GT5 Pro review: Just a stylish sports watch?

By Paul Hatton published 21 January 25

The Huawei Watch GT5 Pro is stuffed with comprehensive features, but the design is far from ideal.

Engwe P20 review: A cheaper Brompton alternative

By Paul Hatton published 20 November 24

Review Engwe P20 review: a cheaper Brompton alternative

Huawei Watch D2 review: Blood pressure monitoring at its best

By Paul Hatton published 21 October 24

Huawei Watch D2 review: blood pressure monitoring at its best

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