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James Holland loves audio gear! So much so that he covers all the ins and outs, good and bad for Tech Radar and T3. Where does that so-called expertise come from? Not only is he a lifelong music-lover but he also works in the music industry and is a musician. When not testing headphones or listening to music, he loves to travel, rage at the latest PC games, and eat off-the-beaten-path but not too off-the-beaten-path food.

Articles by: James Holland

How to use Check In on iOS 17

By James Holland published 4 December 23

With iOS 17 now available, it’s time to learn and use this incredibly useful safety feature so your loved ones know you’ve made it home (or wherever you’re going) safely.

Apple 27-inch iMac (2020) in grey on a table.

How to select all on a Mac

By James Holland published 3 December 23

Selecting all the contents of a website, essay, or folder is incredibly easy. Let us show you how.

How to change Alexa wake word

By James Holland published 1 December 23

If you don’t want to say “Hey, Alexa,” you don’t have to. You can easily change it to something and we’ve provided two different ways to do so.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) on wood table

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) review: 4K streaming for not much money

By James Holland published 29 November 23

Amazon's basic 4K streaming stick gives you 4K video and Dolby Vision HDR on the cheap, but it's firmly planted in the Amazon ecosystem.

How to update an Apple HomePod

By James Holland published 23 November 23

Don’t let your HomePod get out-of-date. With a few easy steps, you can easily take advantage of the newest features.

Robot vacuum vs cordless vacuum: which vacuum cleaner is more effective

By James Holland published 22 November 23

Robot vacuums and cordless vacuums may technically be the same type of appliance, but they’re very different. We dig into what those differences are and which one might serve you better.

How to check Alexa voice history

By James Holland published 22 November 23

If you care about your privacy or want to check a previous voice request, take these steps to check your Alexa voice history.

How to cook steak in an air fryer

By James Holland published 22 November 23

Steak in an air fryer? Yes, please. Learn how to use that air fryer for more than just fries with this guide on how to cook steak in an air fryer.

How to prep your home for a robot vacuum

By James Holland published 20 November 23

Robot vacuums are very handy, not to mention mostly hands-free. However, you do need to do a little prep to get the most out of them. Here’s how.

Kanto Ora review: mighty big sound in a mighty small package

By James Holland published 20 November 23

Recommended

The Kanto Ora speakers are wonderful sounding, but come at a high price. That is, before you even add the subwoofer.

Cherry MX-LP 2.1 Compact Wireless overview

Cherry MX-LP 2.1 Compact Wireless review: small, utilitarian, excellent

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Recommended

The Cherry MX-LP 2.1 may not be the flashiest keyboard out there, but it is a pleasure to use and comes with tons of connectivity.

Higround OPAL Base 65 Keyboard with Silent Glacier Switch review: clear and brilliant

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Recommended

The Higround OPAL Base 65 keyboard has a lot to offer, particularly brilliant RGB performance and customizability along with hot-swappable functionality, but is a bit on the slower side.

How to cook bacon in an air fryer

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Put that air fryer to even more good use for your breakfast by using it to cook bacon.

Creative Katana SE review: this gaming soundbar has the rumble

By James Holland published 19 November 23

The Creative Katana SE offers a powerful all-in-one gaming audio solution that manages to provide quite a bit of low end and customization, not to mention RGB lighting, for a decent price.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) from above

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) review: gaming meets the studio

By James Holland published 19 November 23

Recommended

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS Streamset (USB) puts studio-grade sound in a gaming headset

How to properly take care of your robot vacuum cleaner

By James Holland published 18 November 23

Robot vacuums make day-to-day cleaning much easier. But, they need to be maintained to do their job properly. Learn how.

Yeedi Cube robot vacuum and mop review: lots of features on a budget

By James Holland published 30 October 23

Recommended

With its 2-in-1 vacuuming and mopping cleaning ability and self-emptying base station, the Yeedi Cube offers a lot for a surprisingly accessible price.

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The best Shark vacuum cleaners 2023

By James Holland published 25 October 23

Buying Guide We’ve gathered the best vacuums from Shark for every occasion, whether you’re looking for lightweight, cordless, canister, or even robot.

Alienware vs Razer: who makes better gaming laptops and peripherals

By James Holland published 5 October 23

Alienware and Razer both make expensive, powerful, and gorgeous looking laptops, but they’re also quite different. The question is – are those differences more than skin deep?

Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD) review: great performance at a reasonable price

By James Holland published 4 October 23

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD) offers the perfect combination of accessible price and solid gaming performance that makes it ideal for new or budget-minded gamers.

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (2023) vs Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023): a battle of budget vs premium Chromebooks

By James Holland published 23 September 23

Comparing the Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (2023) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023) is crucial in figuring out if you can get away with a budget configuration or need something a bit more powerful.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i vs Asus Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED: battle of the dual displays

By James Holland published 8 September 23

We compare two of the few dual-screen laptops in this head-to-head comparison to see which one is better or at least better for you.

Acer Swift Edge 16 (2023) on a picnic table outdoors

Acer Swift Edge 16 (2023) review: thin, light, large

By James Holland published 29 August 23

Recommended

The Acer Swift Edge 16 (2023) is thin and light while still offering the full experience of a 16-inch laptop, complete with a large OLED display.

an image of the front of the Ninja Double Oven

Ninja Double Oven air fryer review: a high-performing, roomy air fryer

By James Holland published 28 August 23

Not only is the Ninja Double Oven easy to use with excellent cooking performance, but it allows you to cook two different food items at once.

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review: Razer's first hot-swappable keyboard makes a big splash

By James Holland last updated 27 August 23

Recommended

Modders and gamers alike will love the Razer BlackWidow V4 75% thanks to its hot-swapability and great performance.

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