Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Reviews Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he gained experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

Gamakay TK101 on table with pink background and plant

Gamakay TK101 review: impressive connectivity options and mechanical performance, but lacking features

By Lewis Maddison Last updated

The Gamakay TK101 offers mechanical switches and wireless capability at an affordable price – but does it deliver?

Vista Print photo book on table with pink wall and plant in background

I loved how easy it was to create a VistaPrint photo book, and the end results are great – with a few exceptions

By Lewis Maddison Published

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VistaPrint photo books are easy to create thanks to its capable editor – but how good do they look?

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The Logitech G703 Lightspeed is a competent gaming mouse, but I couldn’t get on with its shape

By Lewis Maddison Published

The unique form of the Logitech G703 Lightspeed aims to improve ergonomics – but is it more comfortable than other gaming mice?

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I was blown away by the design the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360, but it’s not the quietest operator

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 certainly looks the part – but does it have the performance to match?

Logitech Pro X 60 on table with pink background

I like the snappy performance of the Logitech Pro X 60 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Keyboard, but it’s expensive considering its limitations

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Logitech Pro X 60 is compact with optical switches – can it challenge its mechanical rivals?

Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition on table with pink wall and plant in background

I couldn’t find much wrong with the Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition – my verdict is it comes close to besting its rivals

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Thrustmaster TX is a great-feeling wheel – but how does it fare against its rivals?

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The Mobapad N1 HD feels great and works well with multiple platforms – I just wish it had analog triggers

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Mobapad N1 HD is a more advanced gamepad for the Switch – but does it live up to its promises?

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5 hottest tech reviews of the week: an affordable mini-LED TV with a great picture and Huawei's new headphones are the best open-ears we've heard

By Lewis Maddison Published

Reviews Recap: an affordable mini-LED TV, the best-sounding open-ear headphones, and the verdict on the new Razer Blade gaming laptop.

Logitech Pro X TKL Rapid on table with pink background

I admired the quality of the Logitech Pro X TKL Rapid, but I found it hard to wrangle its analog switches

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Pro X TKL Rapid aims big with analog functionality – but can it beat the stiff competition?

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I love the mechanical feel of the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75%, and it's got a sizable discount in the Amazon Spring Sale right now

By Lewis Maddison Published

Save 26% on the the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% in the Amazon Spring Sale

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I’ve been using first-party controllers for decades, but Hall effect alternatives are now better than ever

By Lewis Maddison Published

Hall effect controllers are more popular than ever, so is now the time to make the switch?

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I wouldn't take the Xiaomi 33W 10,000mAh Power Bank on extreme adventures, but it's great for my basic traveling needs

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Xiaomi 33W 10,000mAh Power Bank is small yet mighty with a handy cable built in – but is it the right portable battery for you?

VQ Cath Kidston 5,000mAh Power Bank leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

The VQ Cath Kidston 5,000mAh Power Bank is one of the most stylish batteries I’ve seen, but it’s too slow for the price

By Lewis Maddison Published

The VQ Cath Kidston 5,000mAh Power Bank certainly looks more interesting than most – but how capable is it?

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GameSir X4 Aileron Xbox Mobile Gaming Controller review: a very capable Android controller with a layout problem

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The GameSir X4 Aileron aims for the best controller experience on mobile – does it succeed?

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AOHI Future Starship 240W PD 3.1 Power Bank review: a vastly powerful battery, but there are better value propositions out there

By Lewis Maddison Published

The AOHI Future Starship boasts impressive figures and features – but is it worth your money?

VRURC T6S power bank leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

VRURC T6S power bank review: a cute-looking power bank with some neat features

By Lewis Maddison Published

The T6S may look like a camera from the past, but does it offer charging for modern needs?

Cuktech 15 Ultra leaning on plinth on table with pink background

Cuktech 15 Ultra Power Bank review: a powerful battery with a useful display, but it lacks capacity

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Cuktech 15 Ultra has plenty of power and a comprehensive display – but how useful is it really?

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Boulies Elite review: a few niggles blemish this otherwise well-rounded gaming chair

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Boulies Elite takes aim at the mid-range market with a wide and adjustable gaming chair – has it succeeded?

Upeak Sport Strap on Apple Watch, leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

The Upeak Sport Strap is so comfortable I forgot I was wearing my Apple Watch – but it’s not the most premium band out there

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Upeak Sport Strap is a budget sports band for your Apple Watch – but does it provide good value?

Logitech G915 X on desk with plant and pink wall in background

I spent several days with the Logitech G915 X Lightspeed TKL, and while it’s capable enough, it doesn’t best its rivals

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Logitech G915 X Lightspeed TKL is a sleek wireless mechanical keyboard with a low profile – but does it match the performance of similarly priced rivals?

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Steelseries Stratus Duo review: a compact and versatile controller with plenty of performance – if you can get to grips with it

By Lewis Maddison Published

The SteelSeries Stratus Duo is more versatile than its rivals - but is it too small?

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GameSir Kaleid Flux review: a wired controller with good performance but a few limitations

By Lewis Maddison Published

The GameSir Kaleid Flux looks and feels a lot like an Xbox controller – does anything set it apart?

Lemokey L5 HE 8K on table with pink wall and plant in background

Lemokey L5 HE 8K review: a gaming keyboard with all the analog tweaks you could want – but it doesn’t perform as well as its rivals

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Lemokey L5 HE 8K offers a high polling rate and Hall effect switches – but are these enough to make it a great performing gaming keyboard?

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Gamakay TK75 V2 review: a mechanical keyboard that’s a dream to use and comes in at a good price

By Lewis Maddison Published

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The Gamakay TK75 V2 has a low price for a wireless mechanical keyboard – but does it match the best?

Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 review: a simple power bank that’s outdone by the competition

By Lewis Maddison Published

The Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 has a thin design for greater portability – but is it worth taking on your travels?

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