Articles by Jennifer Allen, Contributor

Jennifer is a roving tech freelancer with over 10 years experience. Based in Swansea, Wales, her bylines include T3, FitandWell, Top Ten Reviews, Eurogamer, NME, Lifewire, Mashable, and many more.

She graduated from Swansea University in 2006 with a degree in Media and Communication Studies. Following that, she studied at Staffordshire University, resulting in a post graduate diploma in Computer Games Design. Much of her studies focused on how games and technology have an effect on society. In the past, she has spoken to BBC Sounds about social media and gaming. She is also a member of BAFTA Cymru.

Her main areas of interest are all things B2B, smart technology, wearables, speakers, headphones, and anything gaming related. You'll find her writing everything from product reviews to buying guides, as well as how-to guides to simplify using the latest tech and deals hubs featuring all the latest coupon codes to save you money.

In her spare time, she is usually found either gaming, watching the latest indie film, or attempting to train her pet guinea pigs. She is yet to succeed in her efforts.

Articles by: Jennifer Allen

Minecraft mods - Two characters on a hill with animals

The best Minecraft mods 2026 - enrich your game

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 20 August 25

Minecraft is a highly customizable game with thousands of mods to check out. We pick out some of our favorites for improving the game.

How to breed villagers -- get them close to each other for starters

How to breed villagers in Minecraft

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 20 August 25

Keen to make your Minecraft world more active? Here's how to breed villagers in Minecraft so your village soon expands.

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How to download Minecraft for PC

By Elie Gould Last updated 20 August 25

Guide Here's how to download Minecraft for PC. We'll help you make the right choice between the differing versions.

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How different Minecraft servers can optimize gameplay

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 20 August 25

I look at how different Minecraft servers and hosting can help improve your gaming experience.

A Minecraft server with a handful of Minecraft characters walking in a forest

How to create a Minecraft server on a VPS

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 20 August 25

Creating a Minecraft server on a VPS is more affordable than a dedicated server and gives you plenty of control. Here's what to do.

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Groov-e's Wave Glow Bluetooth speaker has a lot going for it, but sadly sound quality isn't on the list

By Jennifer Allen Published 19 August 25

The Groov-e Wave Glow does indeed glow and some of its features are groovy, but the sound quality just isn't good enough for a higher star-rating

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Get this powerful Samsung Galaxy Book 4 for £399 at EE – but it's available for today only

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 19 August 25

This ideal back-to-school laptop is on offer on the EE App

How to unblock Minecraft and play it anywhere

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 13 August 25

VPN Want to play Minecraft but it's banned at your school, workplace, or country? Here's how to unblock Minecraft with a VPN.

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What are Minecraft modpacks and how do you use them?

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 13 August 25

Minecraft modpacks can enhance your gaming experience without needing to install individual Minecraft mods. Here's how to use them effectively.

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The Oura Ring Gen 3 is the ideal smart ring, and it just crashed to a record-low price at Amazon

By Jennifer Allen Published 13 August 25

The Oura Ring Gen 3 might not be the latest smart ring but it's still very good quality. It's on sale now at its lowest-ever price. Here's why you want it.

Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus Bluetooth speaker beside two Lego structures, on a wooden surface

In testing, I found this aggressively priced Bluetooth speaker sturdy and portable, but it has one major flaw...

By Jennifer Allen Published 9 August 25

The Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus is a solid pool-side vacation listen, but this Bluetooth speaker's lack of sonic oomph make it only a short-term option.

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Keep an eye on your home for less with this record-low price for the Blink Video Doorbell

By Jennifer Allen Published 6 August 25

The Blink Video Doorbell is an affordable way to keep an eye on your front door. It's even cheaper right now at Amazon.

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The top-tier Google Pixel Watch 3 is down to a fantastic low price at Amazon

By Jennifer Allen Published 30 July 25

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is an excellent smartwatch, especially for those who love style and fitness features. It's on sale now at Amazon for a great price.

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Minecraft Hosting Pro review

By Ruby P. Jane Last updated 23 July 25

Minecraft Hosting Pro offers the ultimate solution for hosting your Minecraft game.

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GG Servers review

By Ruby P. Jane Last updated 23 July 25

GG Servers is a Minecraft server hosting provider that comes with free DDoS protection and access to nine different data centers.

Nodecraft review

By Ruby P. Jane Last updated 23 July 25

Nodecraft offers powerful tools for creating and managing your own custom gaming server.

BisectHosting review

By Mirza Bahic Last updated 23 July 25

BisectHosting offers some great Minecraft server hosting for those on a budget with plenty of plans to satisfy everyone. Here's how I found our experience.

Apex Hosting review

By Mirza Bahic Last updated 23 July 25

Apex Hosting is a Minecraft server provider with plenty of features to keep your game sessions running smoothly.

ScalaCube Minecraft server hosting homepage

ScalaCube review

By Daniel Blechynden, Jennifer Allen Last updated 17 July 25

ScalaCube is a great choice for Minecraft server hosting. Here's all you need to know about why you'll want to sign up to the service.

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Get a huge £400 cashback on the latest LG C5 OLED TV at Currys

By Jennifer Allen Published 16 July 25

The LG C5 65-inch OLED TV will make movies, sports, and games look great. It's on sale now with a great cashback deal at Currys

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Missed Prime Day? The Fitbit Inspire 3 is still at its lowest-ever price – but you need to be quick

By Jennifer Allen Published 15 July 25

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is the ideal budget fitness tracker for most people. It's on sale now at a great price at Amazon. Here's why you want it.

Shockbyte review

By Jennifer Allen Last updated 14 July 25

Shockbyte provides everything you need to start a Minecraft server without breaking the bank.

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This super-cheap Anker power bank is a Prime Day bargain for under £15

By Jennifer Allen Published 10 July 25

The Anker PowerCore 10K is a super cheap and lightweight portable charger which will give you huge peace of mind. It's on sale now at Amazon.

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Still trying to stay cool? This excellent Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo plummets to a record-low price

By Jennifer Allen Published 23 June 25

The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is the ideal companion during hot weather. It's finally on sale, direct from the manufacturer, for a fantastic price.

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This early Prime Day deal puts four million books at your fingertips for free

By Jennifer Allen Published 18 June 25

Kindle Unlimited is a great deal for anyone who loves to read. Right now, you can get 3 months for free thanks to this epic Prime Day deal.

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