Simon Cocks

Simon Cocks

Freelance Contributor

Simon Cocks is a freelance tech journalist and the former Technology Editor for Good Housekeeping UK, where he oversaw strategy and shopping content. With over a decade of experience, Simon has written for several major titles, including Esquire, Digital Spy, Shortlist, and Men’s Health.

Simon specializes in testing out the latest gadgets, including mobile tech, headphones, speakers, e-readers, and more. He has reviewed flagship products from the likes of Apple, Google, Amazon, and Bose, and he's an expert at cutting through the marketing fluff to find the best value for consumers.

A magazine journalism graduate from Kingston University, Simon spent five years within the Good Housekeeping Institute’s Consumer Affairs team before moving into full-time tech testing. When he isn’t checking out new gadgets, he can probably be found catching the latest films at his local cinema!

Articles by: Simon Cocks

Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 in white, showing details of the buds held in a hand
Sennheiser's eco-conscious addition to the Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds is commendable, but their sound alone makes them the buds to beat

By Simon Cocks Published

Editor's Choice

User replaceable batteries, svelte design, strong stamina and great sound? A five-star performance from Sennheiser

The Balance Phone being held in the hand
I swapped my iPhone for the distraction-free Balance Phone to curb my social media habit, and it wasn't quite the digital detox I expected

By Simon Cocks Published

I spent a week with the distraction-free Balance Phone, but it left me feeling conflicted about blanket social media bans.

Denon Home 400 home speaker on a wooden surface
Denon's all-new home speaker offers style, substance and serious spatial audio chops — but I still have one (very minor) gripe

By Simon Cocks Published

Recommended

How much do you value flexibility? Since I've used the Sonos Play, I value it a lot

Innioasis' Y1 player with wired IEMs, held in a hand with a wooden table behind it
I picked up this cheap MP3 player, and it freed me from my phone so often, I wish I'd got it sooner

By Simon Cocks Published

I ditched music on my phone for this cheap MP3 player — and two weeks on, I wish I'd done it sooner

Apple iPhone 17 Pro REVIEW
I've tested every iPhone since the iPhone 12, and Ceramic Shield 2 is the first iPhone glass I fully trust

By Simon Cocks Published

No more screen protectors? After 6 months with the iPhone 17, Ceramic Shield 2 has fully proven its worth.

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