Marc Chacksfield

Marc Chacksfield

Marc Chacksfield is the Editor In Chief, Shortlist.com at DC Thomson. He started out life as a movie writer for numerous (now defunct) magazines and soon found himself online - editing a gaggle of gadget sites, including TechRadar, Digital Camera World and Tom's Guide UK. At Shortlist you'll find him mostly writing about movies and tech, so no change there then.

Articles by: Marc Chacksfield

Hive Thermostat review

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

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Updated The Hive Smart Thermostat lets you control your heating even when you're not around, and can be expanded for zonal control, but it's expensive

The Sonos Beam soundbar pictured on a wooden cabinet

Sonos Beam

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

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Updated The Sonos Beam is a powerful soundbar in a compact design that packs an audio punch.

Gaming

7 gaming accessories you never knew you needed

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

Beyond the mouse, these gaming accessories will raise your gaming game.

Game Streaming

How to live stream like a pro gamer

By Marc Chacksfield published

Got the live-streaming bug? This is what you need to do next…

PS5

How to plan your accessories for your next-gen console

By Marc Chacksfield published

You have a new console but what now? Here are some essential accessories to consider.

The Vast of Night

7 Amazon Prime Video movies you might've missed

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

A selection of hidden gems you can stream on Amazon Prime Video in the US and UK.

Razer Mouse

Wired vs wireless gaming mice: key differences explained

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

Versus Why gaming with a wired or wireless mouse is now down to preference and not tech.

IT

The 10 best Stephen King movie adaptations, ranked

By Marc Chacksfield published

Here's our pick of the horror-meister's tales that have worked best on the big screen, plus the films we'd like to see made.

Philips Fidelio NC1 review

By Marc Chacksfield published

UPDATED These impressive travel-friendly Fidelio NC1 headphones bring best-in-class noise-cancelling.

A still from Blade Runner

Best sci-fi movies on Netflix

By Samuel Roberts, Marc Chacksfield last updated

The best sci-fi films you can watch on Netflix US, including classics like Inception and Blade Runner.

Amazon Echo review

Amazon Echo (2014) review

By Nick Pino, Marc Chacksfield last updated

Updated Amazon Echo isn't an only child any longer – starting next month, there'll be a half-dozen Echo devices to choose from!

Amazon Echo Spot on kitchen counter

Amazon Echo Spot review

By Marc Chacksfield last updated

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Updated The cutest member of the Amazon family is here to replace your Echo Dot.

amazon echo

Amazon Echo (2017) review

By Marc Chacksfield, Henry St Leger last updated

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Updated The Amazon Echo 2nd gen has a refreshed look and affordable price – here's what we think.

Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Edition

Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Edition (2017) review

By Marc Chacksfield published

The new, bigger Fire HD for Kids is a fun, worry free children's tablet experience.

Anki Vector review

By Marc Chacksfield published

Updated Anki's latest robot is packed with processor power and pitched at grown-ups and the home.

The Hive View is a smart cam you'll actually want to put up in your home

Hands on: Hive View review

By Marc Chacksfield published

Not yet rated

Hive eyes up Nest Cam with its own, great-looking smart camera.

Baby monitors

Best baby monitor: great baby cams and smart camera alternatives

By Marc Chacksfield published

Updated Keep an eye on your little ones with these superb baby monitors and smart cams.

Beyond the keyboard: how we'll interact with computers in the future

By Marc Chacksfield published

In Depth What's coming after QWERTY? Everything from wearable keyboards to mind control.

5 innovative new TV technologies you need to know about

By Marc Chacksfield published

In Depth TV technology is constantly evolving – here’s what you need to know to stay in the picture.

10 innovative toys your kids should be playing with

By Marc Chacksfield published

In Depth And there's no harm in you playing with them, too.

One year on and still no mention of Apple AirPower - what’s going on?

By Marc Chacksfield published

Analysis It was the charging pad to rule them all but it’s fast turning into vaporware.

New Fire HD 8 Kids Edition revealed boasting brand-new UI but no Alexa

By Marc Chacksfield published

New 8-inch kids tablet comes with a new row-based user interface.

A photo of the Amazon Echo speaker

Amazon: ‘Soon we won’t talk about the smart home but a world of smarts’

By Marc Chacksfield published

In Depth TechRadar speaks to Amazon’s VP of smart home about the future of Alexa.

Hands on: LG Q7 review

By Marc Chacksfield published

Not yet rated

IFA 2018 This mid-range general takes over from where the LG Q6 left off - with added fingerprint scanning and waterproofing.

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT review

By Marc Chacksfield published

Not yet rated

IFA 2018 The battery life can't be beaten, but what about the rest of Audio-Technica's long-life cans?

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