Articles by Chris Rowlands

For more than a decade, Chris has been finding and featuring the best kit you can carry. When he's not writing about his favourite things for Stuff, you'll find Chris field-testing the latest gear for TechRadar. From cameras to classic cars, he appreciates anything that gets better with age.

Articles by: Chris Rowlands

A hand holding a phone next to an AI-powered golf cart

This self-driving golf trolley wants to replace your caddy with AI – using video analysis to improve your swing

By Chris Rowlands published 22 June 25

This crowdfunded golf cart uses AI to track you around the course – plus a built-in camera gives you instant video feedback on every stroke.

Someone wearing a pair of glasses with autofocus technology

These 'autofocus' glasses could soon make bifocals obsolete – by tracking your eyes in real time

By Chris Rowlands published 21 June 25

Finnish startup IXI is working on glasses that track where you’re looking and focus the lenses to suit – tech that could put an end to the frustrations of bifocal lenses.

The DJI Air 3S drone flying with some mountains in the background

Will DJI drones be banned in the US? DJI says the clock is ticking – and it urgently needs its fans to help

By Chris Rowlands published 20 June 25

An act passed by Congress means DJI drones could be banned in December 2025, unless a US national security agency conducts a review in time.

TV is dead, long live Netflix – streaming giant reveals first live TV plans as cable and broadcast hit new landmark low

By Chris Rowlands published 19 June 25

Netflix has signed a deal with France’s TF1 to broadcast live TV channels from next year – and the news comes as streaming viewership officially outstrips traditional TV for the first time.

After 100 years making cameras, Leica finally unveils its first-ever 35mm film – the surprisingly affordable Monopan 50

By Chris Rowlands published 18 June 25

Just $10 a roll

Tiny Insta360 Go 3S camera only in the hand

This leaked Insta360 camera could be the Go 4 – and the design has me asking questions

By Chris Rowlands published 18 June 25

Leaked images hint that the Insta360 Go 4 could be getting a major redesign. That would really mix things up with the DJI Osmo Nano.

A hand holding the DJI Action 2 action camera

Leaked Osmo Nano images suggest DJI is taking a second swing at tiny modular action cams, and I'm all for it

By Chris Rowlands published 16 June 25

Leaked images suggest the DJI Osmo Nano will be a tiny modular action camera to rival the Insta360 Go 3S. I really hope that’s true.

Left to right: The Ricoh GR III on black background, the DJI Air 3S in flight at golden hour, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera in the hand with 50mm lens attached

Camera rumors for 2025: new gear we're expecting soon from DJI, Sony, Canon and more

By Timothy Coleman last updated 16 June 25

The most exciting and credible camera rumors for 2025, for leading brands, in one round up.

Best GoPro camera 2025: the finest models you can buy at all price points

By Timothy Coleman last updated 16 June 25

Updated Looking for the best GoPro? We've rounded up all the finest options here for all budgets.

iMicro Q3p fingertip smartphone microscope

I tried a fingertip lens that claimed to gave my iPhone a 1200x zoom – but it won’t replace my microscope any time soon

By Chris Rowlands published 15 June 25

The iMicro Q3p is a fingertip microscope for your smartphone, but its claimed 1200x range fell short in my experience.

Best DJI drone 2025: the finest flying cameras from its impressive range

By Timothy Coleman last updated 13 June 25

Updated Which is the best DJI drone for you? Our in-depth guide pulls together all of the finest options based on our in-depth testing.

Lead image for TechRadar's round-up of the best kids cameras, including the VTech KidiZoom Duo FX

Best cameras for kids 2025: the best cameras for children and teens

By Timothy Coleman last updated 13 June 25

Updated Looking for the best cameras for kids? We've tested all of the best choices in 2025 for the budding creative in your life.

LG xboom Grab Bluetooth speaker in an outdoor setting

LG xboom Grab review: a Bluetooth speaker that finally challenges JBL's Flip lineup

By Chris Rowlands published 13 June 25

Recommended

The LG xboom Grab is a feature-packed Bluetooth speaker with built-in straps, solid battery life and decent bass, plus adaptive sound and lighting.

Best camera bags 2025: top backpacks, satchels and cases for protecting your camera gear

By Timothy Coleman last updated 12 June 25

Buying guide The best camera bags and backpacks for photography, based on in-depth testing.

Billingham Hadley Pro 2020 camera bag outdoors on a park bench

I used the Billingham Hadley Pro 2020 for a fortnight – and now every other camera bag feels disposable

By Chris Rowlands published 11 June 25

Recommended

With classic looks, flexible storage and durable build quality, the Billingham Hadley Pro 2020 is a premium camera satchel that’s built to last a lifetime.

I used the Lowepro Tahoe BP 150 to carry my photography gear – and it's the best budget camera bag I've traveled with

By Chris Rowlands published 10 June 25

Recommended

A no-nonsense backpack with compact dimensions and modular storage, the Lowepro Tahoe BP 150 is the best budget camera bag you can travel with.

I used the Hollyland Lark M2S Combo mic kit to record audio content – and I can’t believe how tiny it is

By Chris Rowlands published 26 May 25

Recommended

Lightweight and tidily packaged, the Hollyland Lark M2S Combo is a discreet wireless mic kit that offers excellent value for content creators on the go.

best SD card against a purple TechRadar background

The best SD cards for 2025: top memory cards for your camera

By Timothy Coleman last updated 21 May 25

Updated Looking for the best SD card for your camera? We've tested and ranked all the finest ones around right now.

The Fujifilm X-E5 could be landing in June – will it fix the X-E4’s minimalist mistakes?

By Chris Rowlands published 21 May 25

According to rumors, Fujifilm will announce the much anticipated X-E5 in June 2025, around four years after the X-E4.

Lead image for the best cheap video camera round-up, including the Sony ZV-1

Best cheap video camera 2025: bargain picks for every kind of filmmaker

By Timothy Coleman last updated 16 May 25

Our guide to the best cheap video cameras for 2025 is here to help you find the filmmaking bargain for you and covers compact, system, action and vlogging cameras.

Lead image for TechRadar's guide to the best Fujifilm cameras, featuring the X-T5

Best Fujifilm camera 2025: top mirrorless and compact cameras, retro and otherwise

By Timothy Coleman last updated 15 May 25

From premium compacts with retro style, to high-resolution medium format flagships, these are the best Fujifilm cameras you can buy right now.

I tested Sony’s 28-70mm f/2 GM lens and it’s the best standard zoom I’ve ever used

By Chris Rowlands published 12 May 25

Editor's Choice

Fast, sharp and versatile – this standard zoom ticks every box

House of Marley Roots Solar Bluetooth Speaker outside on a wooden sleeper in a garden

House of Marley Roots Solar review: an eco speaker built for beach parties

By Chris Rowlands published 3 May 25

The House of Marley Roots Solar is a portable speaker that’s built for beach parties. Its features sound neat, but solar-charging is ineffective and audio quality isn’t the best.

Fujifilm tipped to launch the weirdest compact camera of 2025 soon – here are 5 things to expect

By Chris Rowlands published 1 May 25

Fujifilm’s next camera is rumored to be a digital half-frame revival, featuring a vertical LCD display, fixed 10mm f/2.8 lens and 1-inch sensor.

Two Amazon Project Kuiper satellite terminals next to a rocket launching

What is Amazon's Project Kuiper? The Starlink rival explained as its first internet satellites launch

By Chris Rowlands last updated 29 April 25

Amazon is launching a low-cost satellite internet service and you'll be able to access it later this year. What is Project Kuiper and how can you get online?

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