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

Samsung's Android XR smart glasses worn by a model with blonde hair

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.

Fred again.. stands in the middle of a crowd during his USB002 gig in Toronto surrounded by people. The photo is in black and white.

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.

A cardboard box of old tech, including headphones, controllers and other devices

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.

The Mounting Dream tilting TV wall mount against a pink background

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.

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.

Aiko and Philip smiling as they share a drink in Rental Family

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (February 20)

By Tom Power, Amelia Schwanke Published 20 February 26

From The Night Agent's return to Brendan Fraser's latest movie, here's what's worth watching at home this weekend.

A collage showing stills of Keanu Reeves, John Cena and Jake Johnson from separate Apple TV movies

Apple TV going streaming-first with every 2026 movie feels risky, especially with potential Barbie, Marty Supreme, and Karate Kid-sized hits all coming

By Amelia Schwanke Published 14 February 26

Apple TV’s 2026 slate might have the next Barbie, Marty Supreme or Karate Kid – and I’m baffled it’s all streaming first.

Callum Turner and Miles Teller look at each other while Elizabeth Olsen sits in the middle

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (February 13)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke Published 13 February 26

Looking for something to stream this Valentine's weekend? TechRadar has got you covered.

A hand holds a phone showing the Now app

The ‘ultimate’ Sky TV update is coming — and it’s not just because HBO Max is being added for free

By Amelia Schwanke Published 11 February 26

Sky customers will soon be able to access Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and Hayu in one neat bundle, thanks to new landmark deal.

Matthew Rhys clutches a folder in a scene from the new Apple TV show Widow's Bay

Apple TV’s new comedy-horror is a ‘big stew’ of Jaws, Stephen King and Atlanta — and it somehow works

By Amelia Schwanke Published 9 February 26

This new Apple TV horror series turns a sleepy seaside town into an unsettling haunt from its creator’s childhood.

Sabrina Carpenter posing for a photograph alongside The Muppets for The Muppet Show Special on Disney+

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more this weekend (February 6)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke Published 6 February 26

From the 2026 Super Bowl to the return of The Muppets, here's what worth watching this weekend.

A collage showing Colin Farrell in Sugar season 2, Keanu Reeves in Outcome and Anya Taylor-Joy in Lucky

Apple TV just gave me a sneak preview of its 2026 lineup of movies and shows, from Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 to Margo’s Got Money Problems

By Amelia Schwanke Published 4 February 26

I’ve got the latest on everything new coming to Apple TV in 2026, and it’s a bumper lineup of movies and shows packed with A-list talent.

Keanu Reeves in Apple TV's new movie, Outcome

Jonah Hill says his new Apple TV movie ‘uses fame as a metaphor for what we all go through on social media’ – here’s what we know so far about Outcome

By Amelia Schwanke Published 3 February 26

Apple TV revealed that Jonah Hill’s new movie Outcome will premiere globally on April 10, 2026, and it’s gone straight to the top of my watchlist.

Kurt Russell in Apple TV's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2’s official trailer reveals more of Titan X, and it looks a lot like Kong’s last rival in Netflix’s Monsterverse TV series

By Amelia Schwanke Published 3 February 26

Apple TV has unveiled the official trailer for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2, and it’s a rip-roaring preview that threatens to tear your screen in two.

Jonny and James looking at something off-camera in Prime Video's The Wrecking Crew

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (January 30)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke Published 30 January 26

From Bridgerton's return and 2026's first MCU TV show, to Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista's new movie, there's lots to be excited about this weekend.

Sophie Turner clasps her hand under her chin

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (January 23)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Amelia Schwanke Published 23 January 26

From anticipated new shows to the streaming debut of two movie biopics, here's what you'll want to watch this weekend.

Ed Westwick and John Hannah in the Netflix show Sandokan

This new Netflix series starring Ed Westwick and John Hannah is a throwback to classic pirate movies – here are 3 of the cast’s guilty pleasures

By Amelia Schwanke Published 19 January 26

Exclusive John Hannah, Ed Westwick and Alanah Bloor reveal the pirate movies they unapologetically love – and why their new Netflix series is a ‘classic adventure love story for the modern day’.

Paramount+ cost: subscription plans, current deals and prices compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more

By Amelia Schwanke last updated 16 January 26

Updated Everything you need to know about how much Paramount+ costs, including the price of each plan and how it holds up against competitors.

Ser Duncan the Tall looking determined while sitting on an armored horse in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and more this weekend (January 16)

By Tom Power, Jasmine Valentine, Lucy Buglass, Amelia Schwanke Published 16 January 26

From the next Game of Thrones show to that divisive Stranger Things docufilm, here's what's worth watching this weekend.

Will Smith hiking across Antarctica in the series Pole to Pole

Will Smith's Disney+ series is full of world firsts – here’s how one explorer guided the actor through Earth’s harshest environment using cutting-edge tech

By Amelia Schwanke Published 15 January 26

Richard Parks, a world record-setting explorer, reveals the gadgets behind the first episode of National Geographic’s Pole to Pole with Will Smith expedition series.

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