Articles by Andrew Williams

Andrew is a freelance journalist and has been writing and editing for some of the UK's top tech and lifestyle publications including TrustedReviews, Stuff, T3, TechRadar, Lifehacker and others.

Articles by: Andrew Williams

Sony Xperia 1 VII review: has Sony’s long-standing Xperia family lost what it takes to compete?

By Andrew Williams published 19 November 25

The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a capable handset that can't quite match some rivals, while coming in at a higher price.

Cloud, Tifa and Aerith stare at the Planetarium

The 20 best JRPGs to play in 2025

By Cat Bussell last updated 24 October 25

Updated Our list of the best JRPGs will take you on fantastical journeys, full of memorable characters and iconic setpieces.

Fujifilm X-T30 II next to Fujifilm X-T50.

Fujifilm X-T30 III vs Fujifilm X-T50: 5 key differences between Fujifilm's entry-level and mid-range mirrorless cameras

By Andrew Williams published 24 October 25

The Fujifilm X-T30 II birthed both the X-T30 III and X-T50, but which mirrorless camera is right for you?

Best racing wheels in 2025: our favorite wheels from Thrustmaster, Logitech and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 26 September 25

Buying Guide The best racing wheels for consoles and PC are ideal if you're looking to build a dedicated sim setup.

Fujifilm GFX100RF vs Fujifilm X100VI: can an APS-C camera topple a medium-format model?

By Andrew Williams published 6 June 25

The Fujifilm GFX100RF is a higher-end, larger-sensor camera than the X100VI, but the latter beats it at times by offering forgiving handheld shooting and more diverse video modes.

DJI Mavic 4 Pro vs DJI Air 3S: How much better is DJI’s latest flagship drone?

By Andrew Williams published 13 May 25

The DJI Air 3S is a stellar all-purpose drone, but the Mavic 4 Pro slots in above it with a larger sensor, better gimbal and higher-resolution capture.

Insta360 X5 alongside Insta360 X4 on split color backdrop

Insta360 X5 vs Insta360 X4: which 8K 360-degree action camera is best for you?

By Andrew Williams published 28 April 25

The Insta360 X4 was already the best 360 degree camera available, but its successor the X5 delivers some sensible upgrades that could go a long way.

Nikon z5 ii in the hand with screen flipped out, alongside nikon z5 camera with its flipped screen angled

Nikon Z5 II vs Nikon Z5: is the pricier and all-round speedier Z5 II worth it?

By Andrew Williams published 7 April 25

Nikon's entry-level Z5 series gets a pricier and significantly more powerful second generation model, the Z5 II. We help you decide which model is best for you.

Panasonic Lumix S1R II alongside Panasonic Lumix S5 II on a split green / orange background

Panasonic Lumix S1R II vs Lumix S5 II: time to upgrade?

By Andrew Williams published 28 February 25

We pit Panasonic's flagship Lumix S1R II against the half-the-price the Lumix S5 II to see how much of an upgrade it really is.

An array of Genelec speakers with. a Samsung soundbar in the middle at the Samsung Audio Lab

‘Atmos content costs too much money’: Samsung told me why Dolby Atmos isn't the sole future of 3D sound for content creators, and why it launched Eclipsa Audio

By Andrew Williams published 28 February 25

I visited the Samsung Audio Lab to hear the inside story of the new Dolby Atmos competitor, and get my first taste of its sound.

DJI Flip alongside DJI Neo drone with split purple / cyan background

DJI Flip vs DJI Neo: which of these new type of multi-use drones is best for beginners?

By Andrew Williams published 17 January 25

Can the pricier and more powerful content creator-friendly new DJI Flip surpass the budget king DJI Neo from 2024?

Best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 November 24

Buying Guide From the Razer Kishi to the Moga mobile range, these are the best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories.

How to root an Android phone

By Andrew Williams last updated 10 October 24

Rooting your Android phone unlocks new apps, software and features. Here's how to do it.

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro and goPro Hero 13 Black action cams on plain colorful background

GoPro Hero 13 Black vs DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro: has DJI dethroned GoPro?

By Andrew Williams published 19 September 24

Two flagship models from two of the biggest names in action cameras, but which one is best?

The iPhone 16 in ultramarine on a pink and blue background

What's so ‘Fusion’ about the iPhone 16’s 48MP camera?

By Andrew Williams published 14 September 24

We take a deeper look at the new main camera for all four iPhone 16 models.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Ultra 2: Upgrade or wait?

By Andrew Williams last updated 9 September 24

UPDATED Should you buy an Ultra 2 or wait for the rumored Ultra 3? We look at all the rumors and leaks.

Apple Watch SE 2 and a concept for the Apple Watch SE 3

Apple Watch SE 3 vs SE 2: Should you buy an SE 2 or wait for a new one?

By Andrew Williams published 2 September 24

Is a new cheap Apple Watch coming next week? Here’s what the rumor mill says.

Sony Xperia 1 VI review: an old-school flagship that demands some compromise

By Andrew Williams published 25 August 24

The Sony Xperia 1 VI excels in areas like performance and battery life, but suffers from a lack of wow factor.

Canon EOS R5 Mark II alongside the Nikon Z8

Canon EOS R5 Mark II vs Nikon Z8: two titans in an epic battle

By Andrew Williams published 29 July 24

Two of the best versatile full-frame cameras available for pros go toe to toe in most aspects, but which one comes out on top?

GoPro Max camera angled front view on green background

GoPro Max 2: What we want to see

By Andrew Williams last updated 22 July 24

A run-down of the features we want, and may get, in the GoPro Max 2, one of the most anticipated action cameras of 2024.

GoPro Hero 12 Black camera on white background, edited to be the Hero 13 Black

GoPro Hero 13 Black: what we want to see

By Andrew Williams published 22 July 24

It's getting to that time of year when GoPro launches its latest flagship action camera in its Hero Black series, but what do we already know so far?

A man holds a speaker unit disconnected from any product, in Samsung's Audio Lab

4-hour laser scans, machine learning and revolving walls: we go inside Samsung’s Audio Lab to see how it makes soundbars and headphones

By Andrew Williams published 20 July 24

‘It can get quite loud and quite smelly, specially if something was to catch on fire, which is why we put the fan in’ – we talk to Samsung's elite sound-crafting team.

A Tarnished in Elden Ring fighting a Tree Sentinel

Best RPGs 2025 - top role-playing games for PC and consoles

By Cat Bussell last updated 21 March 24

Updated Whether you're a sci-fi fan or a fantasy buff, our list of the best RPGs will help you find your next great adventure.

How to back up an iPhone: the definitive guide to secure your phone

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 21 February 24

Updated If you don't want to risk losing data you should definitely back up your iPhone. Here's how.

Nintendo Switch OLED vs Nintendo Switch - what's different?

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 January 24

Is the Nintendo Switch OLED worth upgrading to? Find out what it offers over the standard Nintendo Switch model.

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