Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Reviews Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he gained experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

GameSir G7 Pro and Mobapad Huben 2 on desks with pink back backgrounds, side-by-side with white diagonal dividing line

I pitted two elite controllers against each other, and one key feature sets them apart

By Lewis Maddison published

The GameSir G7 Pro and Mobapad Huben 2 are two new multiplatform controllers promising top-line features and performance – but which is best?

Aukey Spark Mini 20000 leaning on plinth on desk with pink wall and plant in background

I tested the Aukey Spark Mini 20000 and it looks smart but doesn’t do much to set itself apart

By Lewis Maddison published

The Aukey Spark Mini 20000 looks sleek and is easy to live with – but is that enough at this price point?

UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

I was thankful for this Ugreen power bank's retractable cable, but its 20,000mAh capacity wasn't enough to charge my laptop fully

By Lewis Maddison published

The Ugreen Nexode Power Bank 20000mAh 165W has plenty of power – but is it really suitable for your larger devices?

Front of Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 on desk on with pink background

I spent a week with the Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 and it failed to impress me – or justify its high price

By Lewis Maddison published

The Cherry XTRFY MX 3.1 is a wired mechanical keyboard with a premium build – but does it do enough to compete in today’s marketplace?

left three-quarter view of Anker Prime Docking Station (14-in-1, 8K, Thunderbolt 5) on white desk with green background

I tested the Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station and it’s ideal for power users – if they can afford it

By Lewis Maddison published

The Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station has plenty of interfaces and state-of-the-art features – but is it worth the cost?

Acer Predator Helios 18 AI open on desk with pink background

I tested an outrageous Acer Predator laptop with Nvidia 5090 GPU, and I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t at this price

By Lewis Maddison published

Review The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI is one of the most powerful gaming laptops around – but is it worth the gigantic asking price?

Quersus ICOS.2 with plant, desk, and pink wall in background

Finally, a gaming chair that does things differently – but I’m not sure I can stomach the cost

By Lewis Maddison published

The Quersus ICOS.2 has decided to do the gaming chair a little differently – but has its gamble paid off?

GuliKit Elves 2 Pro leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

GuliKit Elves 2 Pro review: a retro-looking pad with plenty of modern touches, but its appeal might be limited

By Lewis Maddison published

Despite its looks, the GuliKit Elves 2 Pro has plenty of modern features to compete in today’s gamepad market – but is it versatile enough?

Corsair MM350 PRO on blue background with concentric circles, and box in top-left corner with techradar logo and text reading 'don't miss'

I’ve been using this Corsair mouse pad for years, and it’s been a game changer for me – so grab this half-price discount before Prime Day ends

By Lewis Maddison published

Bag this deal on the Corsair MM350 PRO in the US or the UK before the Prime Day sale is over.

Various GoPro cameras on multicolored background with concentric circles and techradar logo and Amazon Prime Day log, with text reading 'gopro deals'

It's the final day of Prime Day GoPro deals – here are my 14 expert picks, including a record-low price for the Max 360 camera

By Timothy Coleman last updated

It's Prime Day week which means some of the best prices for GoPro action cameras of 2025 so far, including the Hero 13 Black, Max (2025) and Hero 11 Black Mini.

Logitech G502 Hero on green background with concentric circles and box in top-left corner with techradar logo and text reading 'big savings'

Now's your chance to bag the fantastic Logitech G502 Hero gaming mouse for half price or better in this Prime Day deal

By Lewis Maddison published

The Logitech G502 Hero is one of the best gaming mice around - and now its price has been slashed in half.

Thrustmaster T248X on blue background with concentric circles and box in top-left corner with techradar log and text reading 'big savings'

I’m a fan of Thrustmaster and its T248 is one of the best sim racing wheels around – and now it’s getting a massive discount on Amazon right now

By Lewis Maddison published

Save $100 on one of the best racing wheels around in the Amazon Prime Day sale while you can.

GameSir Super Nova on purple background with concentric circles and badge in top-left corner with techradar logo and text beneath reading 'price cut'

I think this third-party gamepad beats the Xbox Wireless Controller hands down – and its price has been slashed for Prime Day

By Lewis Maddison published

The GameSir Super Nova is better than the Xbox Wireless Controller on many fronts – and now you can save 33% this Prime Day.

Various Amazon Kindle and Fire tablets on multicolored background with concentric circles and techradar and Amazon Prime Day logos

Don't miss my picks for the best Amazon Prime Day Kindle deals – score discounts on the Paperwhite, Scribe and Colorsoft

By Lewis Maddison published

We've corralled the best Prime Day deals on Amazon's range of ereaders.

Anker Laptop Power Bank on pink background with concentric circles and box in top-right corner with techradar logo and text reading 'price cut'

One of the best power banks from Anker just got a big price cut for Prime Day

By Lewis Maddison published

Save up to 30% this Prime Day on one of the best power banks around.

Apple iPad Air M3 11-inch on blue background with concentric circles and text box in top right corner reading 'techradar don't miss'

The Apple iPad Air 11-inch is getting a huge saving this Amazon Prime Day, so grab it while you can

By Lewis Maddison published

Amazon Prime Day is here – and the Apple iPad Air 11-inch is getting a $100 discount.

Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX on desk with plant and pink wall in background

I tested the Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX and liked its comfortable shape, but there are some concerning issues affecting performance

By Lewis Maddison published

The Hori Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX looks the part – but how does it perform?

A Nintendo Switch 2 next to hands holding the Sigma BF and a B&O Bluetooth speaker sitting on a table

The best tech of 2025 so far – the 17 finest gadgets we've tested this year

By Mark Wilson published

TechRadar has spent days testing products across phones, TVs, laptops, cameras, smartwatches and more in 2025. These are the best ones we've reviewed so far this year.

Thrustmaster T248 on green background with concentric circles and boxed text reading 'techradar big savings'

One of the best sim racing wheels is getting a massive discount at Amazon right now

By Lewis Maddison published

The Thrustmaster T248 is one of the best racing wheels around, and now you save $100 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 2 (2023) on blue background with text in top-left corner reading 'techradar Big Savings'

Amazon has given my favorite gaming keyboard a hefty discount – here’s why you shouldn’t wait to snap up the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless

By Lewis Maddison published

Save a third off one of the best analog gaming keyboards around at Amazon right now.

Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro on purple background with text in top-left corner that reads "techradar Big Savings"

The Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is one of the best gaming keyboards I’ve used – and now it’s getting a great discount on Amazon

By Lewis Maddison published

Don’t wait till Prime Day – save $80 on the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro at Amazon right now

Acer Chromebook Spin 312 open on desk with pink background

I used the Acer Chromebook Spin 312 for all kinds of tasks, and it handles most of them well – just not at the same time

By Lewis Maddison published

Recommended

The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 is portable and versatile thanks to its small size and convertible nature – but is it powerful enough for your everyday needs?

Acer Chromebook Plus 516 open on desk with pink background

I tested the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 and liked its large display and fast performance – but it doesn’t have the best battery life

By Lewis Maddison published

Recommended

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is a 16-inch device with a promising spec – but is it right for you?

Thrustmaster T128 on desk with pink background

I tested three mid-range sim racing wheels – and it turns out the cheapest is the best

By Lewis Maddison published

I never thought a cheap sim racing wheel could be worth it – but I was wrong

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless Gen 3 on desk

I’ve played with some of the best gaming keyboards around, but this analog model is the one I keep coming back to – here’s why

By Lewis Maddison published

The SteelSeries Apex Pro has been around for a few years, and its latest iteration is just as spectacular as ever.

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