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Alun Taylor
Over the past two decades Alun has written on a freelance basis for many publications on subjects ranging from mobile phones, PCs and digital audio equipment to electric cars and industrial heritage. Prior to becoming a technology writer, he worked at Sony Music for 15 years frequently interfacing with the computer hardware and audio equipment sides of Sony Corporation and occasionally appearing on BBC Radio 4. A native of Scotland but an adopted Mancunian, Alun divides his time between writing, listening to live music and generally keeping the Expert Reviews flag flying north of Watford.
- recommendedHuawei MateBook E: The best all-round Windows tablet A sumptuous OLED display, compact design and competitive price make the Huawei MateBook E a winner£999
- recommendedBenQ PD2506Q 25in review: For creatives on a budget If money and space are tight this new entry-level BenQ pro designer monitor can be strongly recommended£400
- Samsung Galaxy Book Go: You’re better off with a Chromebook The Galaxy Book Go is a budget 14in Windows laptop with a Qualcomm ARM CPU, a 4G modem and a few too many problems£399
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- Huawei MateBook X Pro: Magnesium marvel A new 12th gen i7 processor moves Huawei’s flagship tantalisingly close to greatness£1800
- recommendedHuawei MateBook 14s: Huawei's best compact laptop With a lovely 90Hz display, great build and usability, the Huawei MateBook 14s is one of the best 14in laptops on the market£1200
- best buyLenovo Legion 5 review: A masterclass in mid-price gaming The Legion 5 is an affordable gaming laptop with the looks and performance to impress£1299
- recommendedDell Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1: Great-value big-screen thrills A smart mid-range 15.6in convertible with a focus on frill-free value and competency£829
- best buyRazer Pro Type Ultra review: The best keyboard you can buy The Razer Pro Type Ultra is a stunning keyboard that’s as great to type on as it is to look at£143
- Acer Swift X 16: A decent laptop but Arc GPU disappoints Intel’s new Arc GPU breaks cover in this appealing 16in multi-purpose Acer laptop£1299
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- recommendedAsus TUF Gaming F15: Superb value, great performance The 2022 Asus TUF Gaming F15 is a powerful, pretty and robust all-rounder at a keen price£1400
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- recommendedAsus ROG Strix Scar 15 (2022): Massive gaming power The Strix Scar 15 is an impressive beast: fast, capable, compact and a pleasure to use£2399