Articles by Ben Stinson

Why aren't all our smartphones waterproof right now?

By Ben Stinson last updated 5 December 21

In depth Apple's set to be the next big name to join the water-resistant revolution. Well, what's taking all the brands so long to get there?

Nokia's 3310: the greatest phone of all time

The Nokia 3310 just turned 20 years old – here's what made it special

By Ben Stinson, James Peckham published 1 September 20

In Depth Why are memories of Nokia's beloved brick handset so overwhelmingly positive?

The 10 best Moto Z cases you can buy right now

By Ben Stinson published 18 August 17

If you’re on the hunt for a new cover to protect your Moto Z, these are the best choices available right now.

The best Sony Xperia XZ cases

By Ben Stinson published 16 August 17

Updated A selection of cases for all styles and budgets, all fit to protect your Sony Xperia XZ.

10 best Sony Xperia XZ Premium cases

By Ben Stinson published 18 July 17

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a shiny and attractive phone. Let's keep it that way with one of these 10 cases.

Asus Transformer 3 Pro review

By Ben Stinson published 11 January 17

Considering a Microsoft Surface Pro 4? Here’s your alternative.

Meizu M3 Max review

By Ben Stinson published 19 December 16

A massive battery, familiar design and low price make this huge handset a tantalising proposition.

Best gaming laptops to gift for Christmas

By Ben Stinson published 16 December 16

Buying Guide Find a gaming PC to suit you (or somebody else) this holiday season.

Meizu MX6 review

By Ben Stinson published 15 December 16

A familiar design and low price make this all-metal Chinese export a strong budget contender.

Nubia Z11 review

By Ben Stinson published 12 October 16

Strong specs meet a low price, but is that enough to put this new name on the map?

Your future smartphone could be free

By Ben Stinson published 28 September 16

In Depth As advertisers jostle for precious smartphone screen time, could we be looking at a future of free phones and zero monthly payments?

11 best overlooked PC shooters that you shouldn't ignore

By Ben Stinson published 25 September 16

Think you know your COD from your DOD? Try these for size.

Mac Pro 2016: everything we know

By Ben Stinson published 3 September 16

We round up all the latest rumours regarding Apple's top-end desktop PC.

Attack of the Chinese superphones: the brands Apple and Samsung should fear

By Ben Stinson, Sean Cameron published 20 July 16

Updated Lenovo, Meizu and Oppo are unsettling the current order with lower-cost, innovative smartphones.

Gigabyte P57Wv5 review

By Ben Stinson published 26 April 16

A combination of sleek lines and beefy specs make this 17-inch laptop a portable gaming powerhouse.

Asus ROG G752 review

By Ben Stinson published 29 February 16

With angular lines and respectable specs, this 17-inch laptop has all the power that gamers need on the move.

The best tech gifts for your dad this Christmas

By Ben Stinson published 18 December 15

Gift Guide If your dad is tough to buy for, we're here to save Christmas with tremendous tech he'll love.

Philips 258B6QJEB review

By Ben Stinson published 8 December 15

Philips' new 25-inch monitor packs the pixels to take on bigger rivals.

Asus E402MA review

By Ben Stinson published 2 December 15

The E402MA is a well-built Windows web browser which won't break the bank and is perfect for web apps.

Asus ZenPad S 8.0 review

By Ben Stinson published 11 November 15

Asus was an Android tablet pioneer, and its latest 8-inch slate packs plenty of performance into a svelte package

Acer Predator XB270HU review

By Ben Stinson published 26 October 15

G-Sync is the future, but can Acer's gaming monitor deliver today?

HP Pavilion Mini review

By Ben Stinson published 22 September 15

Updated HP's new mini PC is pretty and petite, but does it have the power and performance to excite?

Gigabyte P55K V4 review

By Ben Stinson published 21 August 15

With angular lines and a respectable spec, this 15-inch laptop from Gigabyte has all the power that gamers need.

10 notebooks, 2-in-1s and convertibles perfect for Windows 10

By Ben Stinson published 29 July 15

We pick out the best portable mean machines which will run Microsoft's new OS with flair.

Linx 10 review

By Ben Stinson published 28 April 15

Linx has lots to offer with a range of Windows tablets that bring a quality build to the low-end of the slate spectrum.