Articles by James Holland, Freelance writer

James Holland loves checking out gadgets of all sorts, whether it's audio equipment, laptops, or vacuums (especially of the robot variety), and does so for a number of Future Publications including TechRadar, Top Ten Reviews, Homes & Gardens, and T3. He's built up an expertise for in-depth reviewing over the last four years. When he's not putting in the work on the latest tech, he loves to travel, play music, and eat questionable food.

Articles by: James Holland

SteelSeries Arena 9 speakers

By James Holland last updated 6 February 24

Recommended

The SteelSeries Arena 9 may be one of the few 5.1 PC speakers systems out there. But, it’s one of the best.

Gaming on an ultrawide monitor: the dos and don'ts

By James Holland last updated 19 January 24

Making the transition to gaming on an Ultrawide monitor is not the most seamless process. But, with some adjustments, it can take your gaming to the next level.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i review: chic but cheap

By James Holland published 16 January 24

Great Value

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i comes with a lot of cut corners. At least, the price is mostly right.

Acer Nitro 16 AMD on a desk playing a PC game

Acer Nitro 16 AMD review: performance on a budget

By James Holland published 14 January 24

Great Value

With some compromises, the Acer Nitro 16 AMD offers solid performance at a reasonable price.

Woman in her living room surrounded by smart home devices

How smart home is changing in 2024

By James Holland published 5 January 24

We’ll likely see smart home improvements in AI, Matter and efficiency

Four high-energy air fryer recipes perfect for running and cycling

By James Holland published 5 January 24

With these four recipes, you can load up on all the complex carbs, protein, nutrients, and quick boosts of energy you need for you to run or ride into the sunset.

My new year's resolution is to have cleaner air

By James Holland published 4 January 24

With some tech and some knowhow, I’m going to breathe easier in the new year.. So should you.

The best indulgent home theater gear of 2023

By James Holland published 31 December 23

The best home theater gear might come at a premium, but it's worth every penny if you want to level-up your at-home movie experience.

5 things you need to know before buying a 98-inch TV

By James Holland published 28 December 23

As impressive as 98-inch TVs are, you need to consider a few things before grabbing one for your space and realizing that it’s not right for you (or that you need help to set it up).

Ecovacs DEEBOT T20 Omni robot vacuum and mop review: more than a gimmick

By James Holland published 19 December 23

Top-notch robot vacuuming and mopping in a pricey package

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) on whtie

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) review: Premium yet still affordable streaming

By James Holland published 10 December 23

Recommended

The flagship Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) offers powerful performance at an affordable price.

Espresso your love with these 12 wonderful gift ideas for the coffee lover in your life

By James Holland published 9 December 23

Even people who love coffee might not have the ideal setup. That makes the holidays the perfect time to help them upgrade their coffee game.

iOS 17 screen shots from Apple's public iOS 17 site

How to use the new NameDrop feature on iOS 17 with your iPhone

By James Holland published 7 December 23

With the new NameDrop feature, you can exchange contact information in just a few steps. Take a look at our guide to learn how.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) on wood table

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) review: 4K streaming for not much money

By James Holland published 29 November 23

Recommended

Amazon's basic 4K streaming stick gives you 4K video and Dolby Vision HDR on the cheap, but it's firmly planted in the Amazon ecosystem.

How to cook steak in an air fryer

By James Holland published 22 November 23

Steak in an air fryer? Yes, please. Learn how to use that air fryer for more than just fries with this guide on how to cook steak in an air fryer.

How to cook bacon in an air fryer

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Put that air fryer to even more good use for your breakfast by using it to cook bacon.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) from above

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) review: gaming meets the studio

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Recommended

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) puts studio-grade sound in a gaming headset

How to properly take care of your robot vacuum cleaner

By James Holland published 18 November 23

Robot vacuums make day-to-day cleaning much easier. But, they need to be maintained to do their job properly. Learn how.

Yeedi Cube robot vacuum and mop review: lots of features on a budget

By James Holland published 30 October 23

Recommended

With its 2-in-1 vacuuming and mopping cleaning ability and self-emptying base station, the Yeedi Cube offers a lot for a surprisingly accessible price.

Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD) review: great performance at a reasonable price

By James Holland published 4 October 23

Recommended

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD) offers the perfect combination of accessible price and solid gaming performance that makes it ideal for new or budget-minded gamers.

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (2023) vs Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023): a battle of budget vs premium Chromebooks

By James Holland published 23 September 23

Comparing the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (2023) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023) is crucial in figuring out if you can get away with a budget configuration or need something a bit more powerful.

an image of the front of the Ninja Double Oven

Ninja Double Oven air fryer review: a high-performing, roomy air fryer

By James Holland published 28 August 23

Not only is the Ninja Double Oven easy to use with excellent cooking performance, but it allows you to cook two different food items at once.

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review: Razer's first hot-swappable keyboard makes a big splash

By James Holland last updated 27 August 23

Recommended

Modders and gamers alike will love the Razer BlackWidow V4 75% thanks to its hot-swapability and great performance.

MSI Katana 15 (2023) in a gaming desk setup

MSI Katana 15 (2023) review: an ideal first gaming laptop

By James Holland published 17 August 23

Great Value

With a good starting price and solid gaming performance, the MSI Katana 15 (2023) makes for a worthy first gaming laptop.

Razer Blade 16 (2023) review: perfect for the people who can afford one

By James Holland published 16 August 23

Best in Class

The Razer Blade 16 (2023) is just about everything you can ask out of a gaming laptop with excellent performance and design. Too bad it’s so expensive.

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