Barry de la Rosa

Barry de la Rosa has written various articles on a range of topics covering everything from TVs to mobile phones.

  • Samsung Galaxy Apollo I5801
    Samsung Galaxy Apollo I5801 review It may have updated software, but the Apollo lacks its predecessor’s excellent AMOLED screen and it feels far cheaper.
  • AOC e2440Va
    AOC e2440Va review If you're after a new LED screen, the e2440Va's price and thin design might appeal, but image quality isn't on par with the best.
    £140
  • Acer Aspire 5742G
    Acer Aspire 5742G review The 5742G lives up to Acer's reputation for value, with good performance and decent features, but it lacks a few expansion ports
    £545
  • Solwise NET-PL-200AV-3PE
    Solwise NET-PL-200AV-3PE review If you need extra ports for multiple devices in a distant room, the NET-PL-200AV-3PE is an excellent addition to a HomePlug AV network.
    £44
  • best buy
    Solwise PL-200AV-PIGGY_MK2
    Solwise PL-200AV-PIGGY_MK2 review A simple yet fast and effective networking solution, the Piggy Mk.2 comes out top for speed and won't take up a power socket
    £40
  • Asus ML248H
    AsusML248H review Decent image quality and a unique design make the ML248H an attractive proposition, but it's far too expensive compared to the competition.
    £280
  • NEC MultiSync E231W
    NEC MultiSync E231W review The business-friendly design may not turn any heads, but the E231W's adjustable stand may appeal; however image quality suffers from dull colours.
    £206
  • Viewsonic VX2739wm
    ViewsonicVX2739wm review The bright CCFL backlight put its LED-backlit rivals to shame, and it's competitively priced, but Iiyama's E2710HDSD is slightly better value.
    £246
  • Iiyama ProLite E2409HDS
    Iiyama ProLite E2409HDS review It may look boring, but the Iiyama E2409HDS has a good variety of inputs, decent image quality and an efficient Eco mode.
    £143
  • HKC 2219A
    HKC 2219A review A decidedly budget monitor in looks and features, the 2219A has only basic image quality controls and a dull picture
    £100
  • Sony Vaio EE3E0E
    Sony Vaio EE3E0E review Great build quality and a comfortable keyboard can't make up for the EE3E0E's poor performance, sub-par display and odd touchpad
    £500
  • best buy
    Hannspree HF257H
    Hannspree HF257H review The HF257H's CCFL backlight adds a warmth to images, and with two HDMI ports and a competitive price, it's a winner.
    £139
  • Sony F13M
    Sony Vaio F13M0E review A smart laptop with great connectivity, 2D and 3D performance, but is let down by its small, dull display
    £1199
  • Chilli Technology Action Cam 2
    Chilli Technology Action Cam 2 review You can use it everywhere, but the it's expensive and the quality isn't that impressive.
    £50
  • Toshiba Satellite P500-1DZ
    Toshiba Satellite P500-1DZ review The massive P500 has performance, expansion potential and even a decent set of speakers, but the dull display lets it down
    £1000