Articles by Rowan Davies, Editorial Associate

Rowan is an Editorial Associate and Apprentice Writer for TechRadar. A recent addition to the news team, he is involved in generating stories for topics that spread across TechRadar's categories. His interests in audio tech and knowledge in entertainment culture help bring the latest updates in tech news to our readers.

He has been writing for publications since he started his studies at age 18. Rowan graduated from Cardiff University in 2023 after attaining a Master's in Creative Writing, and earlier a Bachelor's in Media, Journalism, and Culture. He began his journey as a writer at Cardiff University's Quench Magazine contributing to film/ TV, music, and culture sections, later becoming Music Section Editor.

In his free time, Rowan is a freelance writer for Cardiff-based culture magazine Buzz where he reviews music, film, and conducts interviews with featured guests. When he is not writing, you can find him at any given music gig, or endlessly scrolling TikTok immersing in celebrity news and drama.

Articles by: Rowan Davies

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Google TV Freeplay adds even more free streaming channels, bringing its library total to over 250

By Rowan Davies published 18 December 25

Google expands its range of FAST entertainment and sports content, as well as adding more local news channels.

‘I think $2.3 billion says you might be wrong on that’: James Cameron shoots down critics of 3D in Avatar, as fresh lawsuit emerges from animator

By Rowan Davies published 18 December 25

The lawsuit claims Cameron copied the story for Avatar: The Way of Water from a fellow animator's original sci-fi idea.

Google Maps just got a big upgrade for your skiing trip – and it’s all thanks to a backlash from snowsports lovers

By Rowan Davies published 16 December 25

Ski trails, lodge markers, and lifts have returned to Google Maps – and these are the resorts that are currently available to view.

Google smashes language barriers with live translation for any earbuds on Android — here’s how it works

By Rowan Davies published 15 December 25

You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.

Lucy emerges from Vault 33 with her right hand raised in Amazon's Fallout TV show

Prime Video hits pause on its AI-powered recaps after viewers were told Fallout was set in the 1950s

By Rowan Davies published 12 December 25

Prime Video's new AI-powered recaps just made two big mistakes with its Fallout season one recap.

An iPhone with the Spotify app next to another iPhone showing the Prompted Playlist tool in the Spotify app

Spotify just launched its most powerful playlist creator yet – here are 3 things you should know about Prompted Playlists

By Rowan Davies published 11 December 25

Spotify just revealed a new feature that lets you create playlists that refresh frequently, and I'm beyond excited.

HBO Max subscriber sues Netflix in dramatic class-action lawsuit, claiming the Warner Bros deal will cause 'irreparable antitrust injury'

By Rowan Davies published 10 December 25

HBO Max member Michelle Fendelander has sued Netflix in a bid to prevent it from merging with Warner Bros Discovery.

Google Photos takes on CapCut with 5 handy new video-editing tools, including a time-saving template feature

By Rowan Davies published 10 December 25

New templates, music, text, and more – these are the new video-editing features available in Google Photos.

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Spotify steps up its plan to be the new MTV — music videos are rolling out whether you want them or not

By Rowan Davies published 9 December 25

After nearly two years, music videos are coming to Spotify in the US and Canada, but is it what users actually want?

Two iPhones showing the Listening Age slides from Spotify Wrapped 2025

Surprised by Spotify Wrapped 2025's new Listening Age feature? You’re not alone – here’s how yours compares

By Rowan Davies published 4 December 25

Listening Age divided music fans during Spotify Wrapped 2025 - this is how Spotify actually measures it

Two phones on a green and blue background showing Spotify Wrapped 2025

Spotify Wrapped 2025 live as it happened – all the new features plus our reactions to this year’s recap

By Rowan Davies last updated 4 December 25

The first Spotify Wrapped 2025 teasers have landed, suggesting the music recap could land very soon – here's what we know so far.

Spotify logos teasing Wrapped 2024 on three iPhones

When will your Spotify Wrapped 2025 be released? Here are the most likely dates, according to recent history

By David Nield last updated 2 December 25

Is there a specific date when Spotify Wrapped 2025 will show up? And when does it stop tracking? Here's your questions answered.

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Cyber Monday might be over, but there's still loads of great smartwatch deals kicking about today

By Matt Evans last updated 2 December 25

These are the best Cyber Monday deals live right now, from Apple Watch to Garmin and more.

Cyber Monday is almost over, but you can still save $40 on the Apple Watch SE 3 if you act fast

By Rowan Davies published 1 December 25

Take this as your last chance to score one of the latest Apple Watch models at a record-low price this Cyber Monday.

This is your very last chance to score the Apple Watch SE 2 and save $40 in Walmart's Cyber Monday sale

By Rowan Davies published 1 December 25

Cyber Monday will be over in a matter of hours, so this is your final call to save $40 on the Apple Watch SE 2.

Garmin Fenix 8 Cyber Monday smartwatch deal

You can save hundreds on the Garmin Fenix 8 – grab it now before the Cyber Monday sales are over

By Rowan Davies published 1 December 25

Our 5-star Garmin Fenix 8 is still available, but we'd recommend grabbing one now before the Cyber Monday sales are over.

I've found the 14 best Fitbit Cyber Monday deals, with record-low prices on fitness trackers and Google Pixel Watches

By Rowan Davies published 1 December 25

Can't decide on a Cyber Monday deal? I've been tracking all the deals; let me help you choose!

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Black Friday deal

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is at a record-low price this Black Friday – and it's so worth the upgrade

By Rowan Davies published 28 November 25

Samsung's most powerful and recent wearable is one of the best Black Friday smartwatch deals we've seen.

The Garmin Venu X1 has hit a record-low price this Black Friday, saving you $200 on an Apple Watch Ultra rival

By Rowan Davies published 28 November 25

The Garmin Venu X1 is Android's answer to the Apple Watch Ultra, which you can save $200 on one today.

The Fitbit Versa 3 just got a fresh Black Friday price drop at Walmart, and you can save $40 on our best fitness tracker

By Rowan Davies published 28 November 25

This is our best overall fitness tracker, and Walmart is the only place to go for this Black Friday deal.

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Black Friday Garmin watch deals are here – including some incredible half-price discounts on Fenix, Epix, Instinct and Forerunner watches

By Matt Evans last updated 28 November 25

The Black Friday Garmin watch deals are especially good this year – don't miss out!

Our favorite budget Garmin smartwatch is even cheaper this Black Friday, and you can save 30% right now

By Rowan Davies published 27 November 25

Are you new to running? The Garmin Forerunner 55 has crashed to its lowest price ever this Black Friday.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Black Friday deal

Save $100 on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and score one of the best Black Friday smartwatch deals today

By Rowan Davies published 27 November 25

Samsung's latest smartwatch is record-low price in Amazon's Black Friday sale.

This Fitbit Sense 2 Black Friday deal saves you up to 30% on one of our favorite beginner fitness trackers

By Rowan Davies published 26 November 25

If you're after a casual fitness companion to track your daily movement or lighter workout routines, the Fitbit Sense 2 might be for you.

Amazon Echo Dot 5th Gen Black Friday deal

Amazon's Echo Dot speaker is our favorite Alexa device, and you can save up to 45% this Black Friday

By Rowan Davies published 26 November 25

Grab the Echo Dot 5th Gen smart speaker for £29.99 in the UK, or $31.99 if you're in the US.

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