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Darien Graham-Smith

A lifelong technology enthusiast, Darien is a regular contributor to both Expert Reviews and PC Pro magazine, specialising in wireless networking, internet security and other technical topics. He also contributes to and produces the weekly PC Pro podcast, and has made occasional appearances on BBC News and Open University programming. In his spare time he dabbles in audio production, and plays guitar, bass and drums with the enthusiasm of a committed amateur.

Intel's Sunny Cove: Everything you need to know Intel finally confirms it will go to 10nm with its next generation of chips, but you're going to have to be patient

Darien Graham-Smith 13 December 2018
Best MIDI keyboard 2019: The best keyboards from £36 Sequence your own tunes and make your PC make music with the best MIDI keyboards for every budget

Darien Graham-Smith 11 December 2018
Symantec Norton Security Deluxe review: A flexible suite Norton remains a great security choice, with 100% protection against malware in tests

£23

Nathan Spendelow 6 December 2018
Amazon Smart Plug review: Competent but basic Amazon’s own-brand smart socket works well but it’s not exactly a versatile accessory

£25

Darien Graham-Smith 6 December 2018
recommended

Kaspersky Internet Security 2018 review: An excellent suite The best choice for power users and tinkerers, with little different from 2017’s offering – but that’s fine

£20

Nathan Spendelow 30 November 2018
recommended

Scan 3XS WA6000 Viz review: A truly formidable workstation A 32-core CPU and a high-end professional graphics card make this a truly formidable workstation

£4800

Darien Graham-Smith 8 November 2018
DrayTek Vigor 2762ac review: Loaded with advanced features If it's advanced features you seek, the Vigor 2762ac is a great choice

£145

Darien Graham-Smith 24 October 2018
best buy

Linksys EA9500 Max-Stream review: High speeds, low price The EA9500 is a brilliant all-rounder that delivers superfast speeds - for a reasonable price

£227

Darien Graham-Smith 23 October 2018
Everything you need to know about Intel's new desktop chips The latest range of processors is here - but what's really new in the Coffee Lake refresh?

Darien Graham-Smith 19 October 2018
Windows 10 review (October 2018 Update): What’s new? Microsoft has released a fix for issues caused by its Windows 10 October update

Darien Graham-Smith 17 October 2018
Apple macOS Mojave review: All the best new features Apple adds some neat new features to the desktop – just don’t set your expectations too high

Darien Graham-Smith 24 September 2018
Intel Whiskey Lake: Serious power for thin-and-light laptops Intel updates its processor line for lightweight laptops – but what’s new?

Darien Graham-Smith 29 August 2018
Apple iMac Pro review: The most powerful all-in-one ever The most powerful Mac ever made is also the most stunning – it's a glorious tour-de-force in all-in-one design

£4899

Nathan Spendelow 7 August 2018
Netgear Orbi RBK20: Small but speedy The Netgear Orbi RBK is a compact, fun-sized mesh Wi-Fi system that delivers impressive wireless speed

£230

Darien Graham-Smith 31 July 2018
The history of the mouse The modern mouse has come a long way from its clunky, mechanical beginnings

Darien Graham-Smith 27 July 2018