Articles by Rob Dunne, VPN Editor

Rob is VPN Editor for TechRadar. Coming from a background in phones and technology, Rob has long been putting himself, and his data, online. Finding out the easy, and hard, ways to stay secure online is something that has come along the way – not without being victim to a number of nasty data breaches that is.

Using his experiences and broader knowledge of the technology world, Rob strives to provide the latest ways to stay secure and private online. Whether that be simple steps such as two-factor authentication and password management, or more advanced options such as setting up VPNs, alternative online aliases and more.

In an ever-busy life outside of work, Rob is constantly engaging in tech across areas such as fitness and smart wearables to help him with his continuous work in the gym or on the tennis court, as well as keeping up to date on the latest in the gaming industry with the latest releases across PC and console a constant release from day to day life.

To share a story or tip, email robert.dunne@futurenet.com

Articles by: Rob Dunne

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'We wanted to flip those anti-consumer practices on their head' – how one UK mobile network is tackling phone contract price rises

By Rob Dunne published 27 March 24

With annual phone contract price hikes just around the corner, we spoke to Honest Mobile CEO Andy Aitken about how the provider is tackling this worrying trend in the mobile industry.

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The best Amazon Spring Sale phone deals - check out our latest expert picks now!

By Rob Dunne last updated 22 March 24

The Amazon Spring Sale brings a number of great ways to save on your new cell phone, and we've picked out the best deals currently available.

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The best broadband and TV deal of last month has returned! Grab a free 43" LG TV with these Virgin Media broadband packages

By Rob Dunne published 12 March 24

Virgin Media have announced the return of a much-loved broadband package offer, giving you the chance to get a free LG TV or £250 bill credit with selected Virgin Media broadband packages.

OnePlus doesn't want this new Android 'norm' – and it's made the OnePlus 12 even better value

By Rob Dunne published 9 March 24

OnePlus has chosen against featuring something which all the latest Android flagships are boasting about, and in fairness, it might be the right call.

FTTC vs FTTP: What's the difference?

By Rob Dunne last updated 5 March 24

Fibre broadband comes in multiple forms and knowing the difference before you buy is important.

I’m a phone deals expert and the OnePlus 12 could be the biggest flagship bargain of 2024

By Rob Dunne published 5 March 24

Have we already seen the best bargain flagship of 2024? From where we're standing, the contest is much closer than you might think.

How to save money on your broadband bill

By Tom Brook last updated 4 March 24

Tired of high bills and looking to save some cash? We can help.

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A free Xbox Series S?! Get yours with the latest Virgin Media broadband deals

By Rob Dunne published 27 February 24

Virgin Media broadband's latest broadband and TV deals offer the chance to get your hands on a free Xbox Series S or £200 bill credit with these selected broadband plans

Today is your last chance to get a free 43" LG TV with select Virgin Media broadband deals

By Rob Dunne published 14 February 24

Grab your free TV (worth £379.99) with a new broadband deal while you still can!

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Don't miss your chance to claim up to a £250 free prepaid digital Mastercard with the latest O2 phone deals

By Rob Dunne published 13 February 24

Get your hands on up to £250 of digital prepaid Mastercard credit absolutely free when you pick up one of these deals from O2

The OnePlus 12R has a broken promise –here’s why it could matter for you

By Rob Dunne published 12 February 24

OnePlus has had to amend what we already know about the OnePlus 12R. But from where we're standing, we're not sure it's a huge deal.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra proves that the OnePlus 12 could be this year's best-value flagship

By Rob Dunne published 10 February 24

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra had been high on my list of phones to pick up in 2024, but the recently released OnePlus 12 is making me reconsider.

I'm a phone deals expert and these are my top three Samsung Galaxy S24 alternatives

By Rob Dunne published 27 January 24

Looking for a new phone? The Samsung Galaxy S24 isn't the only phone making waves in 2024, here are our top three alternatives to Samsung's latest flagship.

Don't buy a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, there's much better value to be found in a different Galaxy

By Rob Dunne published 25 January 24

If you're looking to buy a Samsung Galaxy S24 phone, you might be surprised to find out which, we think, offers the best value for money in this latest generation.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 preorders are live! Here's everything you need to know

By Rob Dunne last updated 25 January 24

Looking to get your hands on the latest Samsung smartphone? We've collected all the preorder deals you can claim on the Samsung Galaxy S24 in the UK.

I'm a phone deals expert and the Samsung Galaxy S24's four-year contracts have me worried

By Rob Dunne published 23 January 24

The first four-year phone contracts have arrived alongside the Galaxy S24, but are they really a good deal?

You've only got six days to get a free gift worth up to £250 with these Virgin Media broadband deals - get them while you can!

By Rob Dunne published 22 January 24

Exclusive Virgin Media are offering you the chance to claim a free gift worth up to £250 when they take out one of their selected broadband packages, available until the 28th of January

These January phone sales are making me want to switch phones (again!)

By Rob Dunne published 11 January 24

January phone sales are in full swing, and some of these phone deals are making me want to switch my phone for the second time in as many months because the value is just that good.

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New deals have just landed in the Vodafone Winter Sale - get them while you can!

By Rob Dunne published 10 January 24

The next batch of deals has arrived in the Vodafone Winter Sale and with it comes a whole raft of new ways to save on some of the best phones of the year.

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Withings Body Scan review – a new high in performance (and price)

By Rob Dunne published 10 January 24

The most premium smart scale on the market to date, but with a price tag that will put many off buying one

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Grab yourself a bargain with these winter phone deals in the EE Winter Sale

By Rob Dunne published 4 January 24

These top picks from the EE Winter sale could prove to be just the bargains you need to get your hands on a sparkly new phone this winter.

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The O2 Winter Sale has arrived! Here are the five best deals for you to grab while you still can

By Rob Dunne published 3 January 24

The O2 Winter Sale has arrived, bringing some of the biggest savings of 2024 to your fingertips across devices such as the iPhone 15 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S23, and more...

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Getting your guests connected doesn't have to be difficult this New Year's Eve - just follow these simple broadband tips

By Rob Dunne published 27 December 23

Fancy a Boxing Day broadband bargain? Get three months of free broadband with this offer from Three

By Rob Dunne published 24 December 23

Getting a great broadband connection over the Christmas period has never been simpler thanks to this Boxing Day bargain from Three

Save up to £149.95 on the best Pixel of 2023 in Google's Christmas sale

By Rob Dunne published 21 December 23

The Google Pixel 8 range is now available with great discounts thanks to the Google Christmas sale, plus, get an extra 5% off with our discount code.

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