Articles by James Holland, Freelance writer

James Holland loves checking out gadgets of all sorts, whether it's audio equipment, laptops, or vacuums (especially of the robot variety), and does so for a number of Future Publications including TechRadar, Top Ten Reviews, Homes & Gardens, and T3. He's built up an expertise for in-depth reviewing over the last four years. When he's not putting in the work on the latest tech, he loves to travel, play music, and eat questionable food.

Articles by: James Holland

Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 headphones on a wooden table

I really like Beyerdynamic's newest on-ear headphones, but more for their looks, battery life, and portability than their sound quality

By James Holland

The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 look good, are portable, and have superb battery life. Oh, and they sound pretty good, too.

I review computers for a living and I was wowed by the Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 as soon as I started using it

By James Holland

Recommended

The Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 is a great-looking all-in-one that has very flexible ergonomics, not to mention it can be used as a monitor with other computers.

Dell Tower Plus desktop resting on a desk in front of a window

After a couple weeks of using the Dell Tower Plus (EBT2250), I’m as impressed as I am perplexed by it

By James Holland

The Dell Tower Plus (EBT2250) can be so many things, a budget productivity machine or gaming powerhouse, depending on the configuration. Regardless, it’s worth your attention.

Klipsch Flexus Core 300 on stand with TV in background

Klipsch Flexus Core 300 review: a seriously immersive soundbar system with Dirac Live room correction

By James Holland

Editor's Choice

The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar sounds great and comes with an almost unparalleled feature set, including Dirac Live room correction.

I've reviewed dozens of robot vacuums and my 2025 standout is this budget-friendly, dust-compressing bot

By James Holland

The 3i G10+ blew me away with its stellar performance and affordable price.

I tested Creative's 2.1-channel soundbar – it's impressive for the money, and can be used with a TV or a computer

By James Holland

It does have a trick or two up its sleeve, but the Creative Stage Pro’s best asset is its low price.

The LG Ultragear GX9 Gaming Monitor engulfed me with its ultrawide, immersive OLED screen, and I don't want to give it back

By James Holland

Recommended

The LG Ultragear GX9 is a wonderful gaming monitor that comes with an ultrawide, immersive OLED screen and a price to match.

A Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i sitting on a picnic table outside

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i has just about everything you'd want in a Windows laptop, but falls short of perfection

By James Holland

Recommended

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i has just about everything you'd want – minus an audio jack – and it also has a premium price.

The best HP laptop in 2025: our top picks from this trusted laptop brand

By Christian Guyton

We've come to trust HP for its reliability and quality when it comes to laptop hardware - these are our picks for the best HP laptops money can buy.

A NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) sitting on a desk

I test gaming PCs for a living, and I was more impressed by the build and performance of the NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) than I was expecting

By James Holland

Recommended

The NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) is a fantastic gaming PC that is ideal for just about any gamer willing to pay the asking price.

3i G10+ robot vacuum review: a brilliant buy for

By James Holland

Recommended

With onboard dust compression and impressive edge cleaning, the 3i G10+ punches well above its price tag.

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LG S95AR vs LG S95TR: which is the better Dolby Atmos soundbar to pair with your LG OLED TV?

By James Holland

The LG S95AR and S95TR are different, but they might not be different enough to justify you buying the newer, more expensive model.

I spent weeks testing the LG S95AR soundbar, and it's a full Dolby Atmos home theater experience

By James Holland

Editor's Choice

The LG S95AR is a pricey, but feature-filled soundbar that delivers impressively immersive sound.

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A Lenovo Legion Pro 7i on a table playing a game

After a couple of weeks testing the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, I found its performance and screen impressive, but its battery life? Not so much

By James Holland

Recommended

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a powerful gaming laptop that’s an ideal desktop replacement but has weak battery life and a high price tag.

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 review: good sound and big bass from a slim Dolby Atmos soundbar

By James Holland

Recommended

The Sony Bravia Theater Bar 6 is a bit pricey, but it’s got good overall sound quality and great bass for a 3.1.2-channel system.

After testing the cheapest Roku streaming stick, I’ve found one of the best values in streaming

By James Holland

The Roku Streaming Stick is a cheap and very compact streaming stick that’s just a little underpowered.

I spent a week testing the Roku Streaming Stick Plus, and it’s a solid budget option for 4K streaming

By James Holland

Recommended

The Roku Streaming Stick Plus is a cheap way to add 4K streaming to a TV, but its menu navigation can be a bit slow, and there’s no Dolby Vision HDR support.

TCL QM7K showing image of vegetables on screen

TCL QM7K review: a mid-range mini-LED TV offering great performance for the price

By James Holland

Recommended

The TCL QM6K, the company’s first series of TVs for 2025, delivers impressive pictures at an affordable price.

Shark Detect Pro cordless vacuum being tested in a living room

Shark Detect Pro Cordless vacuum review: lightweight, efficient and modern

By Ruth Hamilton

Recommended

Although not the most powerful vac we've tested, the Shark Detect Pro Cordless is an excellent all-rounder that'll suit most people's needs.

How to check what graphics card you have

By Aleksha McLoughlin

Don’t reach for that screwdriver. Here’s an easy way to find out what graphics you have.

TechRadar freelance writer James Holland, using the JBL EOn One Compact with his guitar for an intimate gig

How I powered an intimate concert with the JBL Eon One Compact speaker and PA system

By James Holland

I put on a small concert with the JBL Eon One Compact, and found it to be ideal for any situation where you need some amplification and more than one channel.

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus review: If you're looking for an affordable MacBook Air alternative, this is it

By James Holland

Recommended

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7441 has just about all the makings of a MacBook Air alternative for Windows fans.

How to set up your new powered or active stereo speakers for the best sound

By James Holland

Using the Fluance Ai61 as a guide, we take a look at how to set up and get the best audio out of your stereo speakers.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 vs. Apple MacBook Pro M4 14-inch: Mac and Windows go head to head once again

By James Holland

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 and Apple MacBook Pro M4 14-inch appeal to the same people, but are very different. We take a closer look at where each one excels.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 vs. Dell XPS 13 (2024): Which laptop should you trust to fuel your productivity?

By James Holland

The Microsoft Laptop 7 and the Dell XPS 13 (2024) are both AI-powered Ultrabooks that are, in some ways, similar, but in others, very different.

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