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SSD fakes are now more sophisticated — here's how to avoid falling victim
You may not realize the expensive SSD you've bought is a fake — so make sure you check your purchases carefully.
Handheld gaming PCs were reawakening, but the AI boom is undoing it all
The memory crisis is still a major issue with PC hardware, and handheld gaming devices may be in serious danger if the AI boom continues apace.
Forget the RAM crisis — storage prices are spiralling, and CPUs may be next
The cost of all key PC components is being hit, as apparently, CPUs are now in the firing line.
SanDisk Extreme SSD deal: Last call for Amazon Spring Sale savings on one of my favourite rugged portable drives
Whether you are working outdoors or just surviving a particularly violent commute, this portable drive is an absolute steal right now - but the deal ends tonight.
4TB SSD deal: The fast, high-capacity Crucial P310 is under £300 at Amazon - and hits speeds up to 7100MB/s
Boost your PC storage with this unmissable 4TB SSD deal in Amazon's Spring Sale.
I’m a big fan of Orico’s USB 3.0 hard drive enclosure for accessing old drives on the go, and it’s 15% off for Amazon Spring Deal Days
Forget buying expensive portable SSDs, Orico’s USB 3.0 enclosure is under £6 for Amazon's Spring Deal Days.
The hidden problem with taking five billion photos a day
Our relationship with photography has changed radically, creating vast dormant datasets.
World’s largest SSD has tripled in price in just nine months and now costs more than a new car
World’s largest SSD has tripled in price in just nine months and now costs $37,128, roughly $302 per terabyte.
Beat the RAM crisis with my updated tips for upgrading your PC
I used to recommend RAM and SSDs as a wallet-friendly PC upgrade, but the RAM crisis has left that advice dead in the water — here's what to do instead.
Trying to dodge the 2026 tech price hikes? Here’s the gear I'd buy sooner rather than later, plus practical tips for finding the best deals
A practical guide to dodging 2026 tech price hikes by buying sooner where it counts, spotting shrinkflation, and knowing which costs are most likely to climb next.