Harry Padoan

Harry Padoan

Senior Writer, Reviews

Harry is a Senior Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He reviews everything from party speakers to wall chargers and has a particular interest in the worlds of audio and gaming.

Prior to joining TechRadar, Harry was a journalist covering stories from the telecoms industry, drilling into areas such as innovation, acquisitions, and sustainability.

When he isn’t testing the newest tech, Harry can probably be found listening to deep house, playing JRPGs, or watching his beloved Tottenham Hotspur.

Articles by: Harry Padoan

A split view image, with a man holding the Sonos Ace Ultra on the left side, and the Sony WH-1000XM6 on the right side
I tested the Sonos Ace Ultra against the Sony WH-1000XM6 and it was a closer contest than I'd expected — here’s which noise cancelling headphones came out on top

By Harry Padoan Published

Which noise cancelling headphones are better, the Sonos Ace Ultra or the Sony WH-1000XM6? I tested both side by side — here’s my verdict.

Venom PlayStation Portal Carry Case with PS Portal and plant on table
I used to wrap my PS Portal in a sweater to keep it safe, but no longer — I tested a case that’s ultra-durable yet affordable, and I’d recommend it for 4 key reasons

By Harry Padoan Published

The Venom PlayStation Portal Carry Case is a very solid protective option for your remote player, offering impressive durability at an easy-to-stomach price.

JBL Live Flex 4 on table with display on
Can JBL’s new open-fit earbuds rival Apple’s affordable AirPods? Yes, despite the open-fit style's very minor drawbacks — here's my full verdict

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

I tested the JBL Live Flex 4 and found them to be an excellent pair of open-fit buds, with impressive sound quality, genuinely decent ANC, and even a smart charging case.

Man wearing the Sonos Ace Ultra
5 upgrades that I love on the Sonos Ace Ultra headphones that make them worth buying over the original model — including one absolute game-changer

By Harry Padoan Published

The Sonos Ace Ultra may look a lot like the original model, but it’s what’s inside that counts — and there are several substantial upgrades that I’ve come to appreciate.

Sonos Beam Ultra below TV on table
I tested the Sonos Beam Ultra for a week, and it's the ideal mid-sized Dolby Atmos soundbar — expansive, immersive audio meets a fantastic set of features

By Harry Padoan Published

Editor's Choice

The Sonos Beam Ultra is an excellent compact Dolby Atmos soundbar that offers expansive, immersive, and clear audio for movies and music alike.

Man holding the Sonos Ace Ultra
I tested the Sonos Ace Ultra and they fix the one issue I had with the original model — so they’re easily among my favorite headphones of the year

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

The Sonos Ace Ultra are true all-rounder wireless over-ear headphones, offering excellent sound quality for music and movies, enhanced ANC and more features than ever before.

DBrand Killswitch for Nintendo Switch 2 Travel bundle on table
DBrand knocked it out of the park with its Nintendo Switch 2 Killswitch protective gear, and after testing it, I might just keep it on my console forever

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

The DBrand Killswitch is one of the best protective options for your Nintendo Switch 2, but is it truly worth its asking price?

The protagonist looks on in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave
200 hours in, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is my favorite Nintendo Switch 2 game ever — here’s why

By Harry Padoan Published

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave is an exceptional tactical RPG that masterfully blends tremendous turn-based combat, enjoyable exploration, and stellar storytelling.

Beyerdynamic DT 30 IE earbuds on table
Looking for professional, affordable IEMs? Beyerdynamic’s new wired earbuds may fit the bill — but after a thorough test, they’re not quite perfect

By Harry Padoan Published

Beyerdynamic’s affordable IEMs offer impressive bass at a tempting low price, but can they compete with rivals such as Sennheiser and Meze Audio?

UGreen HomeAgent on display at IFA 2026
UGreen is bringing local storage, computing, and smart-home control together with its new AI tech — I’ve seen it in action, and it could be a game changer

By Harry Padoan Published

I saw UGreen’s new AI-led NAS tech in action, and it could be a total game changer for your home.

UGreen and ESR chargers beside one another
Forget the robots — next-gen phone-charging tech was the coolest stuff I saw at IFA, with Belkin, UGreen and ESR all offering something new

By Harry Padoan Published

I saw a lot of cool gadgets at IFA Berlin 2026, but charging tech from the likes of UGreen, Belkin, and ESR ended up being a real highlight for me.

Man holding the JBL Live Buds 4 charging case
Ever wanted earbuds with a touchscreen case? Even if you haven’t, JBL's affordable Live Buds 4 are worth a look; think stellar sound and top features

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

I tested the JBL Live Buds 4, and they’re an excellent-sounding option with a cool charging case.

Woman holding the Noise Master Buds Open inside charging case
I tried these stylish, futuristic-looking open earbuds, and although they boast sound by Bose, they're not as harsh on your wallet — here's everything you need to know

By Harry Padoan Published

I tried Noise’s new open earbuds that pack in sound by Bose — here are my first impressions.

Man holding the Hohem Eyepic
Hohem's 'world’s first' 2-in-1 pocket gimbal and action camera's detachable design and native 4K video could make it a major rival to DJI and Insta360

By Harry Padoan Published

I saw the Hohem Eyepic in action at IFA Berlin 2026, and it massively impressed me with its versatile design and native 4K video capabilities.

TCL P80 Ultra in man's hand
I tried TCL's phone with a paper-like OLED display, plus its new nxtPaper tablets, and I was seriously impressed — here's why

By Harry Padoan Published

I got hands-on with TCL's new P80 line of phones and nxtPaper tablets — here are my first impressions.

Belkin earbuds in orange held in a hand, with white and black options behind it, at IFA
One of our favorite power bank makers just unveiled super-cheap ANC earbuds — and after an early listen, we like 'em

By Tom Bedford Published

The new Belkin SoundForm Isolate and Dots buds offer ANC, some noteworthy features and tongue-twister names at a super-low price.

Multiple Sony ULT Tower speakers stacked on top of one another
I tried Sony's new ULT Tower party speakers, and they shook me to my core — here's everything you need to know about the striking new models

By Harry Padoan Published

The new Sony ULT Tower models offer devastating power, flashy looks, and broad connectivity options.

iFi iDSD GR 2 balanced on block with headphones and music player
I tested iFi’s new DAC/amp and it’s a masterpiece, with impressive portable power, stellar sound quality, a fountain of features, and an intuitive OLED display

By Harry Padoan Published

Editor's Choice

I tested iFi’s new iDSD GR 2 portable DAC/amp, and it's a phenomenal sequel, with more power, more intuitiveness, and more features.

Man holding the Noble Audio Vanguard IEMs
Noble’s Vanguard audiophile wired earbuds deliver a tightly arranged wall of sound that hits like an advancing army, but there’s one gap in their armor

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

The Noble Audio Vanguard supply impeccably detailed and well-balanced sound at a relatively modest price-point.

Camera module on the Oppo Reno 16 5G
Oppo's new mid-range phone is ‘one of the most beautiful phones I've ever tested,’ with excellent performance and cameras to match — but one thing stops me from giving it top marks

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

I’d recommend Oppo’s latest mid-range phone to anyone if it wasn’t for this one thing — here’s why.

Pokémon dozen box from the Pokémon x Krispy Kreme collection
Gotta munch ‘em all: I tried the new Pokémon x Krispy Kreme donuts to find out if they’re actually worth buying

By Harry Padoan Published

I tried the Pokémon x Krispy Kreme collection — here's how I'd rate each donut.

Anker 45W charger, UGreen Uno Charger 100W, and UGreen charger with retractable cable on pink background
I’ve tested more than 25 USB-C chargers, and these are the best iPhone chargers money can buy

By Harry Padoan Last updated

Updated We've rounded up the best iPhone chargers to buy in 2025, with options for USB-C and Lightning models.

Man holding the JBL Live Beam 4 smart charging case
The JBL Live Beam 4 are my favorite wireless earbuds of 2026 after weeks of testing — and I swear it’s not just because of their awesome touchscreen charging case

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

These JBL earbuds have a touchscreen-fitted charging case, and they might just be my favorite model of 2026 — here’s why.

Marshall Stockwell III against pink background
I’ve tested more than 60 Bluetooth speakers and this Marshall model may just be the most stylish of them all — but does it sound as good as it looks? Here’s my verdict

By Harry Padoan Published

Recommended

The Marshall Stockwell III almost sounds as luxurious as it looks, and boasts almighty power for its size.

Ultimea Poseidon D60 system all together on a table in front of plant
I tested a cheap Dolby Atmos 5.1 soundbar system with rear speakers — here’s where it impressed me, and where it fell short of the competition

By Harry Padoan Published

The Ultimea Poseidon D60 is an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar system, but it doesn’t come without a few trade-offs.

Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions: