Jon Porter

Jon Porter

Jon Porter is the ex-Home Technology Writer for TechRadar. He has also previously written for Practical Photoshop, Trusted Reviews, Inside Higher Ed, Al Bawaba, Gizmodo UK, Genetic Literacy Project, Via Satellite, Real Homes and Plant Services Magazine, and you can now find him writing for The Verge.

Articles by: Jon Porter

Here's why the Apple TV still has a place in a world of Smart TVs

By Jon Porter published

Analysis With most TVs now shipping with streaming apps built in, what does the Apple TV offer to justify its existence?

A new iPod could be making an appearance today, the 7th gen iPod touch

By Jon Porter published

A credit card company in the US has posted a deals page about the new Apple products, including a new iPod model.

Sony WF-1000X true wireless earbuds review

By Jon Porter published

True wireless headphones are increasingly popular, and Sony has proven you can cut the wires without cutting features.

Why the LA Noire remaster is the perfect match for VR

By Jon Porter published

Analysis Rockstar's biggest strength is its settings, and VR is great for transporting you. It's a match made in heaven.

LA Noire remaster headed to VR, Switch, PS4 and Xbox One

By Jon Porter published

Breaking The game is being remastered for current-gen systems, while its VR version will feature seven cases rebuilt specifically for VR.

Move over Tidal, Deezer is getting serious about hi-res audio with MQA support

By Jon Porter published

Tidal's status as the only hi-res music provider is soon coming to an end with the arrival of MQA on Deezer.

Hands on: Philips Bass+ True Wireless headphones review

By Jon Porter published

Not yet rated

IFA 2017 Philips is jumping on the true wireless form-factor with some impressive results.

All the biggest AirPod alternatives from IFA 2017

By Jon Porter published

IFA 2017 A year after Apple cut the cord completely from its earbuds, the AirPod competitors are arriving en messe.

Marshall’s new multi-room speakers want to remove your reliance on your phone

By Jon Porter published

IFA 2017 The speaker’s intelligent presets system allows you to access your tracks from the speaker itself.

Neato’s new robot vacuum cleaner will map your home to let you plan its route

By Jon Porter published

The Botvac D7 can be programmed to avoid certain areas once it understands your house.

Samsung patent suggests a new QLED TV is on the way soon, the Q6

By Jon Porter published

IFA 2017 Despite being MIA at Samsung's IFA press event, rumors stirred about a new entry-level QLED.

Half-Life 2: Episode 3's potential plot posted online by series writer Laidlaw

By Jon Porter published

The writer describes the story as a "genderswapped snapshot of a dream I had many years ago".

Rise of the AirPods: true wireless earbuds could be on the verge of taking over

By Jon Porter published

Quallcomm's 2017 State of Play report suggests the future of true wireless earbuds looks bright indeed.

HTC Vive’s price cut is big, but it might not be enough to take VR mainstream

By Jon Porter published

Gamescom 2017 With both the Vive and Rift getting price cuts this year, is virtual reality struggling to hit the mainstream?

HTC Vive VR headset gets a massive price cut worldwide

By Jon Porter published

Gamescom 2017 HTC has announced that it’s dropping the price of the HTC Vive by 20%.

Uncharted: The Lost Legacy is like an extra verse for your favorite song

By Jon Porter published

The Lost Legacy is another excellent entry in Sony’s flagship series, even if it doesn’t take too many risks.

Dyson 360 Eye robot vacuum cleaner review

By Jon Porter published

Dyson is no stranger to high-tech vacuum cleaners, but does its first robotic device impress?

Nvidia is in no rush to counter AMD's Vega with next-gen Volta graphics cards

By Jon Porter published

Nvidia's CEO has said that the company's new Volta cards won't be arriving in 2017.

Lenovo Mirage: latest Windows 10 mixed reality headset's name leaks

By Jon Porter published

A brand name registration has confirmed the moniker of the upcoming mixed reality headset.

Why AMD’s new graphics cards could mean good news for PS4 Pro owners

By Jon Porter published

Rapid Packed Math could theoretically double performance on Sony's console.

How to join the Xbox Insider Program and reach its highest levels

By Jon Porter published

The Insider Program can now be joined by all, but you'll have to put the work in to rise through the ranks.

Forget Tesla, I just spent three days with a Super Soco electric motorbike

By Jon Porter published

Transporter Electric cars are on the cusp of going mainstream, but the Super Soco TS1200R suggests bikes have a longer way to go.

Oculus Rift launcher update adds seamless support for VR Steam games

By Jon Porter published

A new update will allow the Oculus launcher to work with Steam games.

Deezer is coming to Google Home, and it's bringing Flow along for the ride

By Jon Porter published

The streaming service will be integrated with Google Home soon.

New Xbox controller colors will help your gamepad stand out from the crowd

By Jon Porter published

Microsoft has announced a trio of new controller colors for the Xbox One.

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