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 Brazilian music, playing JRPGs, or watching his beloved Tottenham Hotspur.

Articles by: Harry Padoan

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.

UGreen Uno Charger 100W on blue background next to the words 'TechRadar: big savings'

This cheap laptop and phone charger has been a lifesaver – and now it’s crashed to an even lower price ahead of Prime Day

By Harry Padoan published 19 June 25

This little robot can charge your phone – now it’s cheaper than ever ahead of Prime Day.

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.

Nintendo Switch Online and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership icons positioned next to words saying 'TechRadar: Big savings'

Getting the Nintendo Switch 2? Unlock online play with these excellent Nintendo Switch Online deals

By Harry Padoan published 5 June 25

Want to play Mario Kart World online? We’ve got the best Nintendo Switch Online deals to help you do just that.

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.

Printerpix photo book review: an imperfect, yet super-simple way to print memories of a lifetime

By Harry Padoan published 23 April 25

Printerpix may use software that feels a little dated, but it’s super-easy to use and far from the priciest option on the market.

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