Articles by Stephen Lambrechts, Senior Journalist, Phones and Entertainment

Stephen primarily covers phones and entertainment for TechRadar's Australian team, and has written professionally across the categories of tech, film, television and gaming in both print and online for over a decade. He's obsessed with smartphones, televisions, consoles and gaming PCs, and has a deep-seated desire to consume all forms of media at the highest quality possible.

He's also likely to talk a person’s ear off at the mere mention of Android, cats, retro sneaker releases, travelling and physical media, such as vinyl and boutique Blu-ray releases. Right now, he's most excited about QD-OLED technology, The Batman and Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga.

Articles by: Stephen Lambrechts

Xbox Game Pass hasn't changed its name after all (updated)

By Stephen Lambrechts Last updated 4 August 20

Updated: we now have an official statement from Microsoft regarding the branding of Xbox Game Pass.

Leaked Huawei Mate 40 and Mate 40 Pro renders show off massive rear camera array

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 4 August 20

Leaked renders of the Huawei Mate 40 and Mate 40 Pro have landed online showing sleek devices with huge cameras.

Microsoft's TikTok acquisition is back on track after weekend Trump talks

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 3 August 20

Microsoft pushes ahead with its plan to buy Chinese-owned TikTok's US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand operations.

Netflix is making a Splinter Cell anime series from the writer of John Wick

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 31 July 20

Netflix and Ubisoft are joining forces for an adaptation of the beloved Tom Clancy video game series, Splinter Cell.

Official-looking Galaxy Fold 2 renders show off massively improved foldable's design

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 30 July 20

Samsung's Galaxy Fold 2 reportedly shown off in what appear to be leaked official renders.

Disney's The Mandalorian scores a raft of Emmy noms, but competition is fierce

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 29 July 20

The streaming giants have received a staggering number of nominations at this year's Emmy Awards.

Next Call of Duty title and release window seemingly confirmed by... Doritos?

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 27 July 20

A new Doritos promotion may have prematurely leaked the next Call of Duty game's name and when it's coming.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra leak in full ahead of launch

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 23 July 20

Just 2 weeks ahead of launch, Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra have seemingly been revealed in all their glory.

Latest Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leak reveals in-depth video recording features

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 22 July 20

A video has landed on YouTube detailing the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's new video and audio recording capabilities.

Latest Nintendo Direct showcases eight minutes of third-party gaming goodness

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 21 July 20

Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase July 2020 offers a look at a handful of third-party games that are coming to Switch.

Microsoft has quietly discontinued 12-month Xbox Live Gold subscriptions

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 20 July 20

Microsoft is no longer selling 12-month subscriptions to Xbox Live Gold on its online store.

Henry Cavill flexes his PC-building muscles in sexy Instagram vid

By Stephen Lambrechts, Ben Mansill Last updated 17 July 20

Superman star showcases his new gaming-PC build on Instagram – these are the parts he's using.

Galaxy Note 20 may finally take Samsung's phone-as-PC DeX tech wireless

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 16 July 20

According to information spotted in an official Samsung app, DeX will finally go wireless in the very near future.

Lego Nintendo Entertainment System lets you 'play' Mario on a TV made of blocks

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 15 July 20

Lego and Nintendo have teamed up again for a nostalgic NES-themed set that's compatible with Lego's Super Mario Starter Course.

Nintendo NES-themed Lego set revealed in new teaser video

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 14 July 20

Lego has released a teaser video for an upcoming NES-themed set, while leaked images offer an even better look.

Samsung's Galaxy Fold 2 probably won't launch alongside Galaxy Note 20

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 13 July 20

A new rumor suggests Samsung's next foldable will likely arrive later than expected.

Google officially reveals new Nest smart speaker following FCC leak

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 10 July 20

Now officially revealed, Google's flagship smart speaker gets a Nest-style redesign.

Samsung introduces two new soundbars, including a 9.1.4-channel model

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 9 July 20

Samsung rounds out its 2020 soundbar lineup with two new models: HW-Q950T and HW-Q900T.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leak shows hands-on images that look like the real deal

By Jitendra Soni, Stephen Lambrechts Published 8 July 20

The leaked real-life images reveal a black variant of the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and a more refined camera bump.

New Chromecast Ultra might finally offer Android TV interface and remote

By Stephen Lambrechts Last updated 7 July 20

New rumors suggest that Google is readying a new Chromecast Ultra with expanded functionality this year.

Microsoft eyeing up purchase of WB Interactive to develop Xbox exclusives

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 7 July 20

Microsoft is reportedly interested in buying Warner Bros. Interactive from parent company AT&T.

Crysis remaster delayed as fans voice disappointment over leaked trailer

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 2 July 20

Developer Crytek has delayed the release of Crysis Remastered due to negative fan reactions over leaked gameplay footage.

Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is exactly the film we need right now

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 30 June 20

Opinion Netflix's comedy is a celebration of the musical event, and not the parody that many are trying to pass it off as.

MacBooks could get retractable keyboards, according to Apple patent

By Stephen Lambrechts Published 26 June 20

A newly discovered Apple patent suggests future MacBooks could feature keyboards that rise out of the base when opened.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus BTS edition means the phone comes in an exciting new color

By Srivatsa Ramesh, James Peckham, Stephen Lambrechts Published 24 June 20

Updated Samsung has partnered with K-pop phenomenon BTS to launch special editions of the Galaxy S20 Plus and the Galaxy Buds Plus.

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