Articles by Rowan Davies, Editorial Associate

Rowan is an Editorial Associate and Apprentice Writer for TechRadar. A recent addition to the news team, he is involved in generating stories for topics that spread across TechRadar's categories. His interests in audio tech and knowledge in entertainment culture help bring the latest updates in tech news to our readers.

He has been writing for publications since he started his studies at age 18. Rowan graduated from Cardiff University in 2023 after attaining a Master's in Creative Writing, and earlier a Bachelor's in Media, Journalism, and Culture. He began his journey as a writer at Cardiff University's Quench Magazine contributing to film/ TV, music, and culture sections, later becoming Music Section Editor.

In his free time, Rowan is a freelance writer for Cardiff-based culture magazine Buzz where he reviews music, film, and conducts interviews with featured guests. When he is not writing, you can find him at any given music gig, or endlessly scrolling TikTok immersing in celebrity news and drama.

Articles by: Rowan Davies

Amazon's big Alexa event is nearly here - here are 4 things to expect, including Alexa's AI upgrade and a new Echo speaker

By Rowan Davies published 25 February 25

From Alexa AI to new Fire TV updates, this is what you can expect to see at Amazon's next big Alexa device event.

A cheaper YouTube Premium Lite tier could roll out soon – and as a Spotify fan I'm ready to sign up

By Rowan Davies published 21 February 25

A new, cheaper YouTube Premium tier could launch soon, and it's perfect for those who just want videos and not YouTube Music.

Roz the robot gazes at a woodland animal in its hole in a tree

The Wild Robot's Chris Sanders on directing 'the film of a lifetime', risk-taking, the 2025 Oscars, and the return of Lilo and Stitch

By Rowan Davies published 8 February 25

I sat down with Chris Sanders – the director of The Wild Robot that's up for three 2025 Oscar nominations – to talk all things animation, including the upcoming live-action Lilo and Stitch.

A Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot could be headed to Hulu, and I’m both excited and nervous for the return of my favorite TV show

By Rowan Davies published 5 February 25

Hulu has ordered a pilot episode for a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, and although I'm worried that it could flop, I can't wait to see Sarah Michelle Gellar as Buffy Summers again.

Jeremy Allen White at the premiere of The Bear season four

The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White will star in Netflix’s new show from the author of Call Me By Your Name, and I need a streaming date immediately

By Rowan Davies published 28 January 25

Another André Aciman novel is coming to the screen, this time for a Netflix limited series starring Jeremy Allen White as the lead role.

Zoe Saldana and Karla Sofia Gascon in Netflix's Emilia Perez

I can’t understand Emilia Pérez’s record-breaking Oscar nominee success – I’d rather put myself through Joker 2 again

By Rowan Davies published 24 January 25

The 2025 Oscar nominations have divided movie fans by honoring Netflix's Emilia Pérez with 13 nominations – and my disappoint speaks for itself.

Ayo Edebiri in the first trailer for A24's Opus

John Malkovich and The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri get swept up in a pop music cult in first trailer for A24’s Opus – and it's gone straight to the top of my watch list

By Rowan Davies published 22 January 25

A24 has dropped a thrilling first trailer for music horror Opus, and it's gone straight to the top of my 2025 watchlist. Watch the first full trailer here.

Rachel Sennott as Danielle in the promo for the movie Shiva Baby

I finally streamed Emma Seligman’s first movie Shiva Baby on Mubi and it’s a must-watch for all Fleabag fans

By Rowan Davies published 19 January 25

Shiva Baby is the first movie I've ticked off my watchlist since downloading Mubi, and it's a smash hit. Here's why I think you should stream it next.

Sajda Pathan in Mindy Kaling's short film Anuja

Oscar-shortlisted short film Anuja is coming to Netflix, and its sneak peak has made me even more excited for the Oscar nominations

By Rowan Davies published 16 January 25

Netflix has acquired the streaming rights to the short film Anuja, which has been shortlisted for the 2025 Oscars.

Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence in Conclave

The 2025 BAFTA nominees have been revealed, and Conclave is the big winner – but one of my favorite movies got nothing, and it's a crime

By Rowan Davies published 15 January 25

The official 2025 BAFTA nominations have been announced, but I'm not impressed that one of 2024's best movies was completely overlooked.

A still from Charlotte Wells' movie Aftersun

I downloaded Mubi for the first time - here are the first 9 movies I added to my watchlist with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 11 January 25

Mubi is one of those hidden gem streaming services, and after downloading it for the first time, I've added these 9 movies straight to my watchlist with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.

The best Paramount Plus movies: 22 great films to stream in February 2025

By Tom Power last updated 10 January 25

Updated These are the best Paramount Plus movies to stream today, spanning a variety of genres for wherever you are in the world.

Graphics for Spotify's Playlist in a Bottle feature

Your 2024 Spotify Playlist in a Bottle is ready to be opened: here's how to find yours

By Rowan Davies published 9 January 25

Spotify's Playlist in a Bottle feature is back, and your 2024 music time capsule is waiting to be unveiled.

Prime Video drops first trailer for Harlem season 3, teasing a final chapter packing more laughs and even more complicated relationships than before

By Rowan Davies published 9 January 25

The final season of comedy drama series Harlem arrives on Prime Video January 23.

Shia LaBeouf as Stanley in the 2003 adaptation of Holes

Disney Plus is working on its second reimagining of the cult '90s children’s book Holes – and this one will feature a female lead

By Rowan Davies published 8 January 25

Disney Plus has ordered a pilot for a reboot of the '90s novel 'Holes', but this time a female lead will take center stage.

A screen shot of Park Jeong-min from the trailer for Prime Video's K-Drama Newtopia

First trailer for Prime Video’s upcoming K-Drama Newtopia teases a dystopia more unhinged than Squid Game's

By Rowan Davies published 7 January 25

Prime Video is already hinting at fresh new TV shows for February 2025, and the first trailer for Newtopia is equal parts exciting, thrilling and silly.

A close up of Oz Cobb sitting at a table with a glass of whiskey in The Penguin

The 2025 Golden Globes has kicked off awards season - here are 5 wins that surprised me the most

By Rowan Davies published 6 January 25

The 2025 Golden Globes had all manner of victories and loses, but these five wins shocked me the most.

Demi Moore posing with her Golden Globe award for her performance in The Substance

Demi Moore’s triumph at the 2025 Golden Globes could rewrite horror’s place within major award ceremonies, and it’s made me even more excited for this year’s Oscars

By Rowan Davies published 6 January 25

At the 2025 Godlen Globes, Demi Moore wins her first major acting award for The Substance, proving that even horror movies are worthy of the biggest awards.

Jennifer Lopez in the promo for Maid in Manhattan

7 badly-rated movies with terrible Rotten Tomatoes scores I still think are worth streaming on Netflix, Prime Video, and more

By Rowan Davies published 22 December 24

Sometimes, critics can be wrong. These are seven poorly-rated movies on Rotten Tomatoes that I can't help but love.

Sabrina Carpenter sat on a star in promo for her Netflix special A Nonsense Christmas

I’m a Sabrina Carpenter fan – here are 5 scenes from her Netflix Christmas special that'll surprise you

By Rowan Davies published 14 December 24

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter is one of Netflix's best Christmas shows. These are my five standout moments from the holiday variety special.

Jeremy Allen White as Carmy in FX's The Bear

Disney casts The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White as the son of intergalactic crime boss Jabba the Hut in the The Mandalorian and Grogu

By Rowan Davies published 10 December 24

Jeremy Allen White will make his movie franchise debut in Jon Favreau's The Mandalorian and Grogu - the first Star Wars movie since The Rise of Skywalker.

A press image for Netflix's Emilia Perez movie showing Karla Sofia Gascon, Selena Gomez, and Zoe Saldana

The Golden Globes 2025 nominations have been revealed, and I can't believe Netflix's Emilia Perez is this year's most nominated movie or TV show

By Rowan Davies published 9 December 24

The 2025 Golden Globes nominations are here, but Emilia Perez's multiple nominations is the biggest shock of them all to me.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

HBO’s Harry Potter reboot begins filming in summer 2025 – here are the actors tipped to play Dumbledore, Snape, and more

By Rowan Davies published 9 December 24

Now we know Max's Harry Potter reboot will go into production in the summer of 2025, a slew of rumored actors joining the cast has surfaced that could be the next line-up of Hogwarts faculty.

3 movies leaving Hulu in December 2024 with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 6 December 24

Hulu's list of titles leaving in December 2024 is another short one, but these three excellent movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes are unfortunately getting the chop.

An iPhone showing the Spotify app's search bar being used to search for Spotify Wrapped 2024.

From pop girls to the growth of podcasts, here are 5 interesting things Spotify's 2024 listening report tells us

By Rowan Davies published 6 December 24

In the wake of Spotify Wrapped 2024, the music streamer has unveiled its 2024 listening trends. These are 5 of this year's most fascinating insights.

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