Ruth Hamilton

Ruth Hamilton

Collections Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Collections Editor, responsible for masterminding TechRadar's approach towards the new Collections format — a themed, curated selection of product recommendations designed to provide readers with an exciting new way to shop for the very best gadgets and gizmos. She has been reviewing and writing about products since 2020, covering everything from robot vacuums and hair stylers to outdoor kit and mattresses.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Three Fitbits

Finally, we have a new Fitbit — here's what the range looks like now, following the band brand's big Google shake-up

By Ruth Hamilton published

Wondering which Fitbit to buy, or if the brand even still exists? Here's what you need to know.

The magnetic circular remote sits on the middle of the fan's grill.

We tested the best fans on the market – here are the models that came out on top

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

12 outstanding pedestal, tower and desk fans to keep you cool when the temperatures rise.

Writer wearing Ninja FrostVault Go while walking through an orchard

11 of the best coolers to keep your food and drinks chilled in the heat — recommended by a former outdoors editor

By Ruth Hamilton published

Quality coolers in all shapes and sizes, to see you through this heatwave and through the whole summer.

Shark FlexBreeze Portable Fan detached from pedestal

Amazon has slashed up to 37% off top-rated fans from the likes of Dyson, Shark, and Dreo — in time for the heatwave this weekend

By Ruth Hamilton published

These are the fan deals I'd suggest to help you beat the heat.

Selection of study aids on a teenager's desk

Stuck in a pit of revision doom? Here are my study essentials to boost focus and ease the panic

By Ruth Hamilton published

Study aids to help make that A Level or GCSE revision mountain easier to scale.

Three Garmin smartwatches

The ultimate Garmin smartwatch cheat sheet: how to choose the right model for you

By Ruth Hamilton published

Forerunner, Fenix, Venu, Instinct, Approach... the Garmin watch lineup is confusing. Here's what you need to know.

Selection of running headphones scatted on a path

6 budget running headphones for beginners: affordable earbuds to help you up your pace this summer

By Ruth Hamilton published

Who wants to run to the sound of their own wheezing breath?

Selection of IKEA PS 2026 collection furniture appearing to fall through the air

IKEA just launched a shapeshifting furniture range, and I spent far too long trying to figure out each item's hidden secret

By Ruth Hamilton published

From inflatable chairs, to rocking benches, to side tables that snap closed like a suitcase, there are plenty of Easter eggs to discover in the PS 2026 collection.

Three pizza ovens on wooden tables outside in a garden

Fancy a slice in the sunshine? These are the best pizza ovens for authentic pies, al fresco style

By Ruth Hamilton published

Forget BBQs, this summer is all about pizza — and these are the best gas, wood and electric pizza ovens for perfect pies in the sunshine.

Selection of household appliances against a background of torn up paper

I'm a homes expert, and the Argos sale is crammed with appliance gems — here's what I'd buy

By Ruth Hamilton published

I've combed through Argos' big appliance sale and hand-picked the best bargains, on brands like Miele and Shark.

Three photos of different hair dryers

The best hair dryer 2026: expert tested and approved

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.

Close ups of three Lego sets

What's new at Lego for June: 23+ fresh sets to swoon over, including a soccer legend, an iconic city skyline, and the working road bike everyone's been waiting for

By Ruth Hamilton published

This summer is bringing with it more brick-based brilliance.

Selection of smart plant care gadgets on shelving with pictures alongside

6 smart plant-care gadgets that will help your houseplants thrive, with minimal effort and expertise required

By Ruth Hamilton published

Clever tech to take the effort and guesswork out of plant-care.

Selection of coffee machines

I have a serious iced coffee problem, so this summer I'm investing in one of these barista-approved coffee makers that'll brew me the perfect chilled caffeine hit at home

By Ruth Hamilton published

This is the year I level up my cool caffeine game (and lower my Starbucks bill).

Three cheap fitness trackers and smartwatches

Looking for your first running watch? These are the budget fitness bands and watches we'd recommend to get you on the right track

By Ruth Hamilton published

Some simple stats can go a long way to helping you find your running groove.

Karcher pressure washers being used on garden paving

A pressure-washer is my #1 gadget for giving your deck and garden a summer makeover — and right now Amazon has huge discounts on top models from Kärcher

By Ruth Hamilton published

Blasting the grime off my grubby deck is my favorite early summer ritual.

Dreame R20 vacuum floorhead with headlamps lit up

I've tested dozens of vacuums of all shapes and sizes — here are my top-performing options for a range of households

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Updated No matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.

Three phones

Phone reviews roundup — the best new handsets to buy in May, including two mind-blowing camera phones and an 'incredibly long-lasting Android phone that won’t break the bank'

By Ruth Hamilton published

A whistle-stop tour of all the new phones we've tested, and exactly what we thought of them.

Selection of camera phone accessories on a bench

12+ compact accessories that'll turn your phone into the perfect video and photo tool for travel — from $10 / £10

By Ruth Hamilton published

Travel-friendly extras to instantly level up your camera phone.

The Shark FlexStyle, Dreame Airstyle Pro and Dyson Airwrap i.d. in reviewer's home

Can't justify the expense of an Airwrap? These are my favorite alternatives — including a 'versatile, well-designed' styler that comes in at half the price

By Ruth Hamilton published

The newest Airwraps are great, but competitor brands have seriously upped their game recently.

Selection of Star Wars themed merch, on podiums, with a starry background

'I have a bad feeling about this': 20+ Star Wars gadgets I can't believe actually exist

By Ruth Hamilton published

Celebrate Star Wars Day with some merch that absolutely no one asked for.

All Cones Floor Sense floorhead for Dyson vacuums (left) and the Dyson V10 Konical (right) cordless stick vacuum

My least favorite Dyson innovation has snuck its way into its new cordless vacuum — but this bit of small print might just have restored my enthusiasm

By Ruth Hamilton published

I have good news and bad news about the all-new Dyson V10 Konical.

The Shark FlexStyle, Dreame Airstyle Pro and Dyson Airwrap i.d. in reviewer's home

We've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are our 6 top picks for every budget

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

These talented multi-stylers managed to make our testers look put-together, with minimal effort and skill.

Selection of gadgets on a podium

Top tech of the month: the best new gadgets we've tested for May 2026

By Ruth Hamilton published

Including a 'fantastic' OLED TV, and some five-star speakers that are 'crystal clear, fathoms deep and sound at least twice their size'.

Selection of Bluetooth speakers on a beach

The best cheap Bluetooth speakers for summer — colorful, rugged, party-ready speakers from £24.99

By Ruth Hamilton published

These speakers all pack a punch when it comes to sound quality, and don't mind being drizzled on either — perfect for a UK summer gathering.

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