Ben Johnston
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Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 review: Let’s get ready to rumble
Headphones
Their ANC could be better, but the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 perform well on the audio front thanks to powerful bass and effective haptics
Xiaomi 13T hands-on review: The perfect compromise?
Mobile phonesWith very few corners cut from the Pro version, the Xiaomi 13T could be the brand’s best-value phone in years
Xiaomi 13T Pro hands-on review: Lucky number 13
Mobile phonesThe design may be a little basic, but the Xiaomi 13T Pro looks set to continue the success of the brand’s 13 series smartphones
Microsoft Surface Go 4 preview: Taking care of business
2-in-1 laptopsThe Microsoft Surface Go 4 ditches the consumer market but adds a speedier processor and somehow gets even lighter
Microsoft announces the Surface Laptop Studio 2
2-in-1 laptopsThe Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 brings newer chips and faster performance, but some old issues remain
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K and 4K Max preview: Fast forward
Media streamersThe new Fire TV Stick 4K and 4K Max offer faster processing, better connectivity and improved AI for more natural content searching
The best waterproof speakers to buy in 2023
SpeakersEnjoy great audio in the bath, at pool parties and beyond with our pick of the best waterproof speakers
Sony Xperia 5 V announced with Exmor T camera sensor
Mobile phonesThe Sony Xperia 5 V gets the same main camera sensor as the 1 V and drops the price, but it also loses a dedicated telephoto lens
Nokia C32 review: Out of its depth
Mobile phonesThe Nokia C32 takes steps to improve upon its predecessors but struggles to keep up with the best budget smartphones on the market
Nokia G42 5G review: Competitive, but lacking the wow factor
Mobile phonesThe Nokia G42 5G is well-specced for a £200 phone, but the brand still hasn’t nailed the synergy between repairability and software support