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Ben Johnston

Reviews writer Ben has been with Expert Reviews since 2021, and in that time he’s established himself as an authority on all things mobile tech and audio. On top of testing and reviewing myriad smartphones, tablets, headphones, earbuds and speakers, Ben has turned his hand to the odd laptop hands-on preview and several gaming peripherals. He also regularly attends global industry events, including the Snapdragon Summit and the MWC trade show.

Recent articles by Ben Johnston

The best mid-range phones of 2024, tested by our experts
Mobile phones

Forget the flagships and save some money with the best mid-range smartphones we’ve tested and reviewed

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Front of Honor Magic 6 Lite being held in someone's hand with greenery in the background
Honor Magic 6 Lite: Still has a few tricks up its sleeves
Mobile phones

Despite middling performance and limited software support, the Magic 6 Lite is an enchanting mid-ranger with some serious stamina

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£350 inc VAT
Best tablet - Honor Pad 8 sat on a blanket with a plant and book
The best tablets you can buy in 2024
Tablets

Versatile and supremely portable, these are the best tablets on the market right now

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Front view of the Nothing Ear A headphones in a closed case being held in a persons hand
Nothing Ear (a) review: A bold new er(a)
Headphones

With a striking design, excellent sound and solid ANC, the Nothing Ear (a) are a stunning pair of affordable earbuds with few drawbacks

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£99 inc VAT
Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 review - teaser. Headphones propped up against case with garden in background
Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 review: Improving slowly but surely
Headphones

With exceptional audio and improved battery life, the Shure Aonic 50 Gen 2 are a worthwhile upgrade, despite their comfort issues

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£330 inc VAT
Cropped shot of Samsung Galaxy A35 5G in hand, rear view, with an orange and white mosaic table in the background
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G review: Almost wonderful
Mobile phones

The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is a terrific all-rounder for its price, but the clunky design and older processor allows rivals to push ahead

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£339 inc VAT
Cropped view of the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G in hand, rear-view, in front of a green, leafy tree
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: Harder, better, faster, cheaper
Mobile phones

The design is a little outdated, but strong performance and a keen price make Samsung’s mid-range handset more appealing than ever

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£439 inc VAT
The best cheap wireless earbuds to buy
Headphones

If you’re looking for versatile and affordable headphones, a pair of the best cheap wireless earbuds could be just the ticket

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The best budget smartphones to buy in 2024, as tested by us
Mobile phones

Looking to save money on your next smartphone? These are the best budget phones to buy in the UK, fully tested by our team of experts

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Which Amazon Echo smart speaker should I buy?
Bluetooth speakers Smart speakers

Our pick of the best Echo speakers from Amazon's range of Alexa-ready devices

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