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Alun Taylor

Alun Taylor

Over the past two decades Alun has written on a freelance basis for many publications on subjects ranging from mobile phones, PCs and digital audio equipment to electric cars and industrial heritage. Prior to becoming a technology writer, he worked at Sony Music for 15 years frequently interfacing with the computer hardware and audio equipment sides of Sony Corporation and occasionally appearing on BBC Radio 4. A native of Scotland but an adopted Mancunian, Alun divides his time between writing, listening to live music and generally keeping the Expert Reviews flag flying north of Watford.

Recent articles by Alun Taylor

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Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Gen 9 Aura Edition: Well worth it
Laptops

A couple of minor niggles that could easily be remedied deny the Slim 7i a class victory but it’s still a laptop worthy of consideration

£1400
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The best laptops to buy right now
Laptops

Looking for a new laptop? We’ve reviewed and tested loads of them but only the best make our list

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The best budget monitors - our fully tested recommendations
Home office PC monitors

Looking for a monitor on a tight budget? Here are our tried and tested recommendations

The best gaming monitors we've tested in 2024
PC monitors

Looking to upgrade your setup with a new display? These are the best gaming monitors we've tested

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CES 2025: Dell retires XPS, Latitude and Inspiron brands
Laptops

Inspiron, Latitude and XPS brands retired in favour of Dell, Dell Pro and Dell Pro Max ranges

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Tapo C120: A feature-heavy yet affordable security camera
Security cameras

The Tapo C120 has a host of useful features, doesn’t require a subscription and works both indoors and out

£40 inc VAT
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Acer Aspire Vero 16: A good laptop that's greener than most
Laptops

A big step forward from the original Vero, Acer’s new eco-warrior is a stylish all-rounder

£999 inc VAT
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Doro Hemma Doorbell: Smart, simple and effective
Video doorbells

With several features aimed at the less technically adept or socially vulnerable users, Doro’s doorbell fills an important gap in the market

£150 inc VAT
Best Boxing Day deals 2024: The BIGGEST sales bargains
Technology

We've sorted the true discounts from the dud deals so that you get the best bargains this Boxing Day

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Philips Evnia 32M2N6800: A brilliant Mini LED monitor
PC monitors

Bright, sharp, fast and accurate, the Philips Evnia 32M2N6800 is a superb 4K screen

£740 inc VAT