Articles by Amelia Schwanke, Senior Editor UK, Home Entertainment

Meet Amelia, TechRadar's Senior Editor for Home Entertainment in the UK. With more than eight years experience running the day-to-day production for well-respected tech and finance publications – her previous titles include Editor-In-Chief of Opto magazine and Senior Journalist at Institutional Investor – today you'll find her on the hunt for the latest and best hardware to enhance your home theater experience. In the ever-evolving world of home entertainment, Amelia is dedicated to keeping our readers up to speed on market trends and innovations. When she's not tinkering with the latest tech, you’ll find her watching movies, taking pictures on her Sony A7 and exploring the great outdoors.

Articles by: Amelia Schwanke

We're tracking the best Prime Day tech deals live — 121 biggest discounts on Apple, Samsung, Kindle, Sony, and more

By Mackenzie Frazier, Amelia Schwanke last updated 24 June 26

It's day one of Amazon's Prime Day sale, and we're tracking the best tech deals, including up to 60% off TVs, Apple devices, laptops, smart home gadgets, and more.

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The Instax Mini 12 is at a record-low price at Amazon right now — here's why I think it’s worth snapping up for the summer holidays

By Amelia Schwanke published 22 June 26

I rate the Instax Mini 12 as one of the best instant cameras around — and it's just hit a record-low at Amazon.

Can't justify the price of Netflix? Prime Day is the best time to pick up a cheap streaming subscription — here are my top 3 recommendations

By Amelia Schwanke published 22 June 26

Signed up to Amazon Prime recently? Great, because you can enjoy deals as low as $0.99 a month on 36 streaming bundles and subscriptions on Prime Video.

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Get two months of Dutton Ranch, Tulsa King and more for under $2 with this Paramount+ streaming deal

By Amelia Schwanke published 22 June 26

Pick up Paramount+ for under $2 for two months with this limited-time streaming deal, and unlock Taylor Sheridan's TV universe for less.

The Hulu free trial is no longer available — here's what deals you need to keep an eye out for instead

By Amelia Schwanke last updated 18 June 26

Updated Get the most out of the Hulu free trial offers – here are all the details on which plans are eligible and what you get from this fantastic introductory deal.

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I'm testing the Oura Ring 5 — have a question? Tell me what you want to know about the world's smallest smart ring

By Amelia Schwanke published 17 June 26

Thinking of buying the Oura Ring 5? Ask our reviewer anything you want to know about the world's smallest smart ring before their review goes live.

We asked 1,500+ Apple fans what they wanted from WWDC 2026, and Tim Cook delivered — but excitement levels waned elsewhere

By Amelia Schwanke published 10 June 26

Apple delivered almost exactly what users wanted at WWDC 2026, based on a combined poll with 1,500+ responses.

5 things to expect at WWDC 2026 — from Siri 2.0 to Tim Cook's Apple farewell

By Amelia Schwanke published 4 June 26

Apple's next developer conference kicks off on June 8 — here are 5 announcements we're expecting Tim Cook to make in his final WWDC keynote.

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Oura just unveiled ‘the world’s smallest smart ring’, the Oura Ring 5 — and members are going to love these 7 upgrades

By Amelia Schwanke published 28 May 26

The Oura Ring 5 has launched with a whole host of improvements, including several new app features for all members.

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007 First Light delivers a blockbuster Bond origin story packed with spycraft, stealth and explosive action set pieces

By Amelia Schwanke published 26 May 26

007 First Light is undeniably cinematic, perfectly immersing you in Ian Fleming’s Bond with a high-stakes linear narrative, sleek gadget mechanics and globe-trotting levels.

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The biggest surprise from Google I/O 2026? Poll reveals majority of Android fans are most excited for Android XR and Gemini Spark— but we’re still waiting to hear more about Googlebooks and the Google Smart speaker

By Amelia Schwanke published 21 May 26

Poll reveals most Google I/O announcements had been what Android fans wanted, but there was nothing about the next Google Home speaker and Googlebooks.

Google may have surprised us with more new Android 17 features than expected, but there's still no sign of these three

By Amelia Schwanke published 19 May 26

Google announced loads of new Android 17 features are on the way, but there's still no sign of these three.

Does Prime Video have a free trial?

By Lucy Buglass last updated 15 May 26

Updated Prime Video has a free trial just waiting for you to check it out – who's eligible, how to sign up, and more for you right here!

Amazon Prime Video subscription cost, is Prime Video still worth the money?

Prime Video cost: subscription plans, today’s best deals and price compared to Netflix, Apple TV and more

By Lucy Buglass last updated 15 May 26

Updated Is a Prime Video subscription worth the price? We compare the price of its plans to competitors, so you can make the best decision for your budget.

Apple TV cost: plans, current deals and price compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more

By Lucy Buglass last updated 7 May 26

Updated Here's everything you need to know about the cost of Apple TV.

The best 85-inch TVs: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying

By Matt Bolton last updated 7 May 26

Updated The best 85-inch TVs give a new meaning to the word ‘large’. But if you can fit one in your home, which are the best options?

All the ways you can get an Apple TV free trial

By Lucy Buglass last updated 6 May 26

Updated You can still get an Apple TV free trial – here are all the ways you can try out Apple's streaming service.

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Should phones be banned from concerts? Fred Again's tour has tapped into a global movement of people wanting to unplug at events that's grown 567%, according to new data — and I want to know where you stand

By Amelia Schwanke published 30 April 26

Did you mind Fred Again’s USB002 tour being smartphone free? Weigh in on the no phone debate.

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I counted every gadget in my home for Earth Day — and the results surprised me

By Amelia Schwanke published 22 April 26

In honor of Earth Day, I rounded up every gadget I own to sort out what I actually use from what needs selling, trading in, or recycling.

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Best TV wall mounts, for all sizes

By James Davidson last updated 1 April 26

Updated Want to know which are the best TV wall mounts? From fixed to tilting and full-motion, we've rounded up one for every TV size.

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Best streaming deals – current savings for Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 April 26

Updated Make the most of the best streaming deals, with the lowdown on limited-time savings, bundled subscription discounts and extended free trials right here.

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The best streaming services – Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, Prime Video, and more compared

By Rob Dwiar last updated 1 April 26

Updated Which of the best streaming services is right for you? Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video, Hulu, and more compared.

Steve Boyes looks at a rainbow in National Geographic's Ghost Elephants

‘Our world is full of these wild ghosts’: Werner Herzog’s new National Geographic documentary gives a rare glimpse of some of the world's most elusive animals

By Amelia Schwanke published 7 March 26

Exclusive Werner Herzog’s new National Geographic documentary follows a decade-long search for Africa’s elusive ghost elephants — here's what the film's star said about the experience.

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (February 27)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke published 27 February 26

It's a TV bonanza in this week's streaming recommendations guide from TechRadar's entertainment experts.

Amy Adams looks stunned in Apple TV's Cape Fear

‘Scorsese’s movie scared the hell out of me’: Amy Adams previews Apple TV’s Cape Fear remake — but the original movies aren’t streaming anywhere

By Amelia Schwanke published 26 February 26

Apple TV is set to reimagine Martin Scorsese’s 90s thriller Cape Fear into a new 10-part series, but I can’t stream the original movie anywhere.

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