Articles by Luke Edwards

Luke is a freelance writer and editor with over two decades of experience covering tech, science and health. Among many others he writes across Future titles covering health tech, software and apps, VPNs, TV, audio, smart home, antivirus, broadband, smartphones, cars and plenty more. He also likes to climb mountains, swim outside and contort his body into silly positions while breathing as calmly as possible.

Articles by: Luke Edwards

We asked expert coaches how they use a treadmill: here are 12 hacks to improve fitness, shed pounds, boost your race pace and more

By Luke Edwards published 18 June 25

I talked to Barry's Bootcamp fitness pros and this is what they had to say about improving treadmill workouts.

I tried this armband-style Coros heart rate monitor to free me from the shackles of smartwatches

By Luke Edwards published 31 May 25

The Coros Heart Rate Monitor straps into your workout to help push it further.

I swapped the gym for a high-tech, AI-powered home gym setup and I've never been so motivated

By Luke Edwards published 24 May 25

This is like Peloton for weightlifting, only with the addition of AI smarts, and I can't stop using it.

Coros Pace Pro watch review: a stunningly bright display and outstanding battery life

By Luke Edwards published 7 January 25

The Coros Pace Pro pushes the limits on screen brightness without scrimping on battery life.

Pininfarina Sintesi Hybrid watch review: Hot hybrid watch from Ferrari designer

By Luke Edwards published 10 October 24

The Pininfarina Sintesi Hybrid watch is attractive and functional, but a bit bare-bones.

Wahoo Trackr Heart Rate Monitor review: Professional HR tracking accuracy with chest strap comfort

By Luke Edwards published 2 October 24

The Wahoo Trackr heart rate monitor gets its limits tested, so you can know yours.

Garmin Vivoactive 5 review: Health and fitness tracking finds a perfect balance

By Luke Edwards published 2 July 24

Review The Garmin Vivoactive 5 saves you money over a Forerunner while still packing in the features.

How to set up and use Garmin Pay on your Garmin Watch

By Luke Edwards published 26 June 24

Garmin Pay is Garmin's NFC payment system, which allows you to load bank cards onto your Garmin Watch. Here's how to use it.

How to use Apple Pay on your Apple Watch

By Luke Edwards published 22 June 24

How to use Apple's NFC payment service, Apple Pay, on your Apple Watch

Should you buy a refurbished Apple Watch?

By Luke Edwards published 26 April 24

A refurbished Apple Watch could save you money, but is there a catch?

From Apple and Casio to recycling running shoes, how sustainable is fitness tech in 2024?

By Luke Edwards published 26 April 24

The use of recycled materials in outdoor tech is growing and it's clear why that is a very good thing all round.

The best Japan VPN in 2025

By Luke Edwards last updated 11 January 24

VPN For both travellers and natives looking to optimize their devices, read on to discover what makes the best Japan VPN.

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6 electric toothbrush gifts worth smiling about this holiday season

By Luke Edwards published 8 December 23

Give the electric toothbrush gift of sparkling cleanliness while taking out the work of keeping teeth fresh.

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: that AMOLED screen brings it all together – watch out Apple

By Luke Edwards published 29 October 23

Review The Garmin Forerunner 965 is a super powerful sports watch with smart functionality that all comes together behind a stunning new AMOLED display to do it all.

Garmin Venu 3 review: A near-perfect balance of smartwatch and health tracker

By Luke Edwards published 16 October 23

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Review The Garmin Venu 3 is a lifestyle smartwatch and fitness tracker blend that offers powerful battery and a gorgeous display.

I've given up on smart watches for surfing – I'm using this Casio G-Shock surf watch instead

By Luke Edwards published 14 October 23

I'm going super simple to keep surf freedom, while adding a bit more control over timings, using the Casio G-Shock G-Lide.

Wahoo Kickr Bike review: The stationary fitness bike for road riders

By Luke Edwards published 22 February 23

Review The Wahoo Kickr Bike is the fixed bike for riders that want an exact replica of their bike for training at home, but also for newbs.

Garmin MARQ Athlete (Gen 2) review: It's stylish, rugged and expensive, like James Bond

By Luke Edwards published 14 February 23

Review The Garmin MARQ Athlete (Gen 2) could be the luxury mix of style and smarts that runners and cyclists have waited for.

Apple Watch vs Garmin watch: Which should you buy in 2023?

By Luke Edwards published 27 December 22

Versus In an Apple Watch vs Garmin showdown, who will win the space on your wrist this year?

Why I'm getting the Garmin Approach S62 golf watch, but waiting for Black Friday

By Luke Edwards published 20 November 22

Black Friday could be the perfect time to improve your golf game with an affordable Garmin Approach tech upgrade.

Oral-B iO Series 10

By Luke Edwards published 1 November 22

Review The Oral-B iO Series 10 is leading the way in tooth brushing technologies.

Garmin Forerunner 255S Music review: Still an excellent compact training watch

By Luke Edwards published 8 September 22

Review Garmin Forerunner 255S Music is super compact, yet packs in all the features a triathlete could ever want.

Garmin Approach S62

By Luke Edwards last updated 24 August 22

Review The Garmin Approach S62 is a top-end golf watch that makes tracking your game easier than ever.

I used a golf watch on the course for two weeks, and it changed my game

By Luke Edwards published 2 August 22

Opinion Can a golf watch really improve the way you play? Our writer put one through its paces

Shot Scope V3

By Luke Edwards published 26 July 22

Review The Shot Scope V3 is a do-it-all golf watch that could help improve your game.

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