Ben Johnston
Recent articles by Ben Johnston
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
Samsung Galaxy A55 5G: Harder, better, faster, cheaper
Mobile phonesThe design is a little outdated, but strong performance and a keen price make Samsung’s mid-range handset more appealing than ever
The best cheap wireless earbuds to buy
HeadphonesIf you’re looking for versatile and affordable headphones, a pair of the best cheap wireless earbuds could be just the ticket
Which Amazon Echo smart speaker should I buy?
Bluetooth speakers Smart speakersOur pick of the best Echo speakers from Amazon's range of Alexa-ready devices
Xiaomi 14 review: Neck and neck with Samsung
Mobile phonesWith phenomenal performance and versatile cameras, the pocket-sized Xiaomi 14 is a serious threat to Samsung’s Galaxy S24
The best Android phones you can buy in 2024
Mobile phonesLooking for a new Android phone? These are the best Google-powered handsets we've tested to date
What is roaming data? The best UK networks for travel
Mobile networksWhat is roaming data and which are the best networks for travelling abroad? We reveal all below
The best mid-range phones of 2024, tested by our experts
Mobile phonesForget the flagships and save some money with the best mid-range smartphones we’ve tested and reviewed
Motorola Moto G84 5G review: Stamina over speed
Mobile phonesPerformance could be better but a gorgeous display and terrific battery life keep the Motorola Moto G84 5G in the fight
Honor Pad 9 review: Growing in an Apple-shaped shadow
TabletsIt’s priced too close to the 2021 iPad, but key improvements make the Honor Pad 9 one of Android’s strongest competitors