Articles by: Marc Chacksfield

Sonos Beam

By Marc Chacksfield last updated 7 July 22

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Updated The Sonos Beam is a powerful soundbar in a compact design that packs an audio punch.

7 gaming accessories you never knew you needed

By Marc Chacksfield last updated 24 November 20

Beyond the mouse, these gaming accessories will raise your gaming game.

How to live stream like a pro gamer

By Marc Chacksfield published 16 November 20

Got the live-streaming bug? This is what you need to do next…

How to plan your accessories for your next-gen console

By Marc Chacksfield published 9 November 20

You have a new console but what now? Here are some essential accessories to consider.

Wired vs wireless gaming mice: key differences explained

By Marc Chacksfield last updated 15 July 21

Versus Why gaming with a wired or wireless mouse is now down to preference and not tech.

The 10 best Stephen King movie adaptations, ranked

By Marc Chacksfield published 4 October 20

Here's our pick of the horror-meister's tales that have worked best on the big screen, plus the films we'd like to see made.

Philips Fidelio NC1 review

By Marc Chacksfield published 1 April 20

UPDATED These impressive travel-friendly Fidelio NC1 headphones bring best-in-class noise-cancelling.

Amazon Echo (2014) review

By Nick Pino, Marc Chacksfield last updated 11 November 21

Updated Amazon Echo isn't an only child any longer – starting next month, there'll be a half-dozen Echo devices to choose from!

Amazon Echo Spot review

By Marc Chacksfield last updated 1 March 21

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Updated The cutest member of the Amazon family is here to replace your Echo Dot.

Amazon Echo (2017) review

By Marc Chacksfield, Henry St Leger last updated 3 December 19

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Updated The Amazon Echo 2nd gen has a refreshed look and affordable price – here's what we think.

Anki Vector review

By Marc Chacksfield published 17 November 18

Updated Anki's latest robot is packed with processor power and pitched at grown-ups and the home.

Beyond the keyboard: how we'll interact with computers in the future

By Marc Chacksfield published 2 October 18

In Depth What's coming after QWERTY? Everything from wearable keyboards to mind control.

5 innovative new TV technologies you need to know about

By Marc Chacksfield published 1 October 18

In Depth TV technology is constantly evolving – here’s what you need to know to stay in the picture.

10 innovative toys your kids should be playing with

By Marc Chacksfield published 29 September 18

In Depth And there's no harm in you playing with them, too.

One year on and still no mention of Apple AirPower - what’s going on?

By Marc Chacksfield published 12 September 18

Analysis It was the charging pad to rule them all but it’s fast turning into vaporware.

Amazon: ‘Soon we won’t talk about the smart home but a world of smarts’

By Marc Chacksfield published 5 September 18

In Depth TechRadar speaks to Amazon’s VP of smart home about the future of Alexa.

Hands on: LG Q7 review

By Marc Chacksfield published 4 September 18

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IFA 2018 This mid-range general takes over from where the LG Q6 left off - with added fingerprint scanning and waterproofing.

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT review

By Marc Chacksfield published 3 September 18

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IFA 2018 The battery life can't be beaten, but what about the rest of Audio-Technica's long-life cans?

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-SR50BT review

By Marc Chacksfield published 2 September 18

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IFA 2018 Big sound and an even bigger battery, these Bluetooth headphones mean business.

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-SPORT7TW review

By Marc Chacksfield published 2 September 18

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IFA 2018 Sports-focused, with a great charging case - Audio-Technica's first push into true wireless are set to get the heart-rate going.

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-CKR7TW review

By Marc Chacksfield published 2 September 18

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IFA 2018 Audio-Technica has taken its time to enter the True Wireless market - has it been worth the wait?

Hands on: Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7b review

By Marc Chacksfield published 2 September 18

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IFA 2018 Audio-Technica’s high-res headphones make a solid case for a wired world.

Hands on: LG G7 Fit review

By Marc Chacksfield published 1 September 18

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IFA 2018 Fit by name, not by nature - the latest LG G7 spin-off is a 'nearly but not quite' premium handset.

Hands on: LG G7 One review

By Marc Chacksfield published 1 September 18

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IFA 2018 LG’s first Android One handset is a streamlined G7 ThinQ - and that is no bad thing.

First look: Sonos Amp

By Marc Chacksfield published 29 August 18

IFA 2018 Sonos' surprise hardware launch is a big push into the custom install market.