Articles by Mark Wilson, Senior news editor

Mark is TechRadar's Senior news editor and has been a technology journalist since 2004, back when people used the word 'gadgets' and the world's most desirable phones were made by Sony Ericsson. He's so old that his first published feature was a 'next big thing?' article about Blu-Ray. Mark started life in the print world as Reviews Editor then Features Editor on Stuff, which was the world's biggest-selling tech magazine. He then moved into the online world, becoming Acting Editor on Stuff.tv before leaving to focus on his main tech love of cameras and photography.

After spending two years as Cameras Editor for Trusted Reviews, Mark became TechRadar's Cameras Editor in 2019, before moving on to news in early 2023. During his lengthy time in tech journalism, Mark has also been a regular contributor to The Sunday Times, Robb Report and Arena. Back in his early days, he also won The Daily Telegraph's 'Young Sportswriter of the Year' (2003) and was nominated for the PTC's 'Most Promising Student Journalist'. Although given that was 20 years ago, it's surely time to stop dining out on it.

Outside of work, Mark is a keen cyclist, Liverpool FC fan and music lover who's going through a mid-life crisis of listening to electronic music that sounds suspiciously like shoegaze. He also buys synths and grooveboxes that he has no time to play and very little idea how to use, but enjoys their flashing lights and laudable commitment to physical buttons.

Articles by: Mark Wilson

Octopus Energy says its plug-in solar kits have sold out again — but 'more are on the way' to save you up to £150 a year on bills

By Mark Wilson Published 1 October 26

Octopus Energy says its plug-in solar kits have sold out again for the second time in under a month, as buyers seek refuge from another energy crisis.

The best DSLR camera: top choices for photography and video, still available new

By Timothy Coleman last updated 30 September 26

Updated Welcome to my guide to the best DSLR cameras you can buy new today. From beginner-friendly picks to pro powerhouses, these are the best around, fully tested by us.

Spotify was down for thousands — here's what caused its widespread log-in issues

By Mark Wilson last updated 30 September 26

Spotify was down for many users, with thousands reporting mobile app issues —here's what happened in its latest outage.

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Apple's CEO, Canon's new camera, and the latest Snap smart glasses.

ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from AI apocalypse warnings to our Apple CEO interview

By Hamish Hector Published 19 September 26

We're looking back over the last week to pick out the most important stories published on TechRadar.

An image of the Panasonic Lumix ZS99 / TZ99

Best point-and-shoot camera: I've tested a range of carry-everywhere models for simple shooting

By James Capell last updated 17 September 26

Updated Looking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.

Link and Epona next to a Beam Ultra soundbar and iPhone 18 Pro.

ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from Apple's iPhone Duo debut to Sonos' best compact speaker yet

By Hamish Hector Published 12 September 26

We're looking back over the last week to pick out the most important stories published on TechRadar.

The iPhone 17e next to the iPhone Air and iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone price hikes — here's the full list of every price increase from the iPhone 18 Pro to a 21% rise for one iPhone Air model

By Mark Wilson Published 9 September 26

Apple has quietly increased the prices of every iPhone today, from its new iPhone 18 Pro models to older ones like the iPhone 17e. Here's the full list or rises for every capacity.

The view from a SpaceX rocket above earth next to a photo of Elon Musk laughing

The trailer is here for the explosive Elon Musk documentary that he claims is a 'hit piece' — and it claims that ‘in a science fiction novel, he would not be the hero’

By Mark Wilson Published 8 September 26

A new teaser trailer for the Musk documentary has landed on YouTube, ahead of the controversial film's premiere later today.

The Canon EOS R10 camera sitting on a wooden bench

The best beginner mirrorless camera: budget stars for new photographers

By Timothy Coleman last updated 7 September 26

Updated Looking to kickstart your photography hobby? We've tested and selected the best beginner mirrorless cameras.

The GTA 6 Extended Look, new Nokia phone, and Apple's invite.

ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from the GTA 6 Extended Look to Meta's social media trial settlement

By Hamish Hector Published 29 August 26

The week's biggest tech news stories from Netflix, Meta, Nokia and more for August 29, 2026.

Man and woman standing on balcony holding solar panel

Plug-in solar kits become legal in the UK tomorrow — but will you be buying one?

By Mark Wilson Published 26 August 26

Plug-in solar kits become legal in the UK from August 27, but will you be buying one? Have your say in our poll.

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and a Kindle Oasis

ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from the major GTA 6 leaks to Meta's $1.4 trillion lawsuit

By Hamish Hector Published 22 August 26

The week's biggest tech news stories from Google, Meta, Rockstar and more for August 22, 2026.

A person lying on their back with a laptop on the IKEA Second-hand Marketplace, next to a hand holding a phone photographing a chair

Forget Facebook Marketplace — IKEA's new tool for buying and selling second-hand furniture will launch in the UK 'later this year'

By Mark Wilson Published 17 August 26

IKEA is launching a second-hand marketplace for buying and selling its products in the UK later this year. Here's what we know about its rival to Facebook Marketplace, Vinted and eBay.

The Garmin Fenix 8 pro, Pixel 11, and Honor's Robot Phone.

ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from the Google Pixel 11 launch to Honor's revolutionary Robot Phone

By Hamish Hector Published 15 August 26

The week's biggest tech news stories from Google, Garmin, Spotify and more for August 15, 2026.

Pentax 17 compact film camera front-on, in the hand with boats in background

Best film cameras: the finest classic and new analog cameras you can buy

By Timothy Coleman last updated 11 August 26

Updated Looking to rediscover the joys of analog photography? These are the best film cameras you can buy today, old and new.

ICYMI split image of Bose headphones, the GTA VI box art and Kojima holding a CD-player

ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from our Z Fold 8 Ultra review to GTA 6's Netflix partnership

By Hamish Hector Published 8 August 26

The week's biggest tech news stories from Samsung, Google, GTA, Netflix and more for August 7, 2026.

A house with solar panels on the roof, next to a balcony solar kit

Solar energy just had its best-ever month in the UK — as the first plug-in solar kits prepare to go on sale within weeks

By Mark Wilson Published 3 August 26

Solar energy just set a new record in the UK, supplying more power to the grid than in any previous month. And it will soon get another boost from the legalisation of plug-in solar in weeks.

‘Plug-in batteries are the real game-changer’: I talked to Octopus Energy and Anker about the home energy revolution that could soon be 'bigger than solar' for millions

By Mark Wilson Published 1 August 26

Could plug-in home batteries soon eclipse plug-in solar for home energy savings? I spoke to Anker, Octopus Energy, EcoFlow and WindFall Energy to find out.

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Samsung's Intelligent Eyewear smart glasses next to a hand holding the Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 next to a hand holding the Z Flip 8

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 live — the Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are all official

By Mark Wilson last updated 22 July 26

We're live from Samsung's second big phone launch of the year — here's all the latest news from its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event in London.

The OM System Tough TG-7 camera lying in a stream

Best waterproof camera: I've tested the finest cameras for underwater shooting

By Timothy Coleman last updated 22 July 26

Updated Water, drops, ice cold temperatures... the best waterproof cameras can take anything you can throw at them.

UK government says plug-in solar panels will be legal from August 27 — opening the door for Amazon, Lidl, Currys and more to help save you £110 a year

By Mark Wilson Published 21 July 26

The UK government has quietly revealed when plug-in solar panels will become legal in the country — here's what that means.

Best bridge camera: top choices with huge zoom lenses

By Timothy Coleman last updated 20 July 26

Buying Guide The best bridge cameras are great for wildlife photographers who don't want the hassle of interchangeable lenses.

A hand holds up the Instax Wide Evo camera against a colourful graffiti wall

We've tested over 30 of the best instant cameras – here are our favorite models from Instax, Polaroid and more

By James Capell last updated 17 July 26

Updated Our best instant cameras guide will help you find the best retro sidekick for you, whether your prefer Polaroid, Instax or something a little different.

A hand holding up a OnePlus 15 phone in a city

‘It wasn't a decision made in a rush’: OnePlus explains why it’s just quit the US and Europe — and answers our 5 biggest questions about what it means

By Mark Wilson Published 16 July 26

OnePlus is officially quitting the US and Europe, but what exactly does that mean for current users and the future? We asked OnePlus and Oppo to find out.

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A pink V-Tech KidiZoom Duo camera in the hands of a young child

Best cameras for kids: we've tested the best cameras for children and teens

By Timothy Coleman last updated 15 July 26

Updated Looking for the best cameras for kids? We've tested all of the best choices in 2025 for the budding creative in your life.

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