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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

M4 iPad Pro in hand, editing software showing on the display
Apple’s OLED iPad Pro is super thin and debuts the M4 chip
Tablets

The new iPad Pro is Apple’s thinnest product ever, runs on the new M4 chip and finally gets that long-rumoured OLED screen

Close up of the black Huawei Pura 70 Ultra with the pop-out camera extended
Huawei Pura 70 series: Everything you need to know
Mobile phones

Huawei’s Pura 70 series brings a slick new design and some impressive camera features – it just might not be bringing them to the UK

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

£350 inc VAT
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

£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

£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

£339 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

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

Xiaomi 14 review: Neck and neck with Samsung
Mobile phones

With phenomenal performance and versatile cameras, the pocket-sized Xiaomi 14 is a serious threat to Samsung’s Galaxy S24

£899 inc VAT
Motorola Moto G84 5G review - featured image
Motorola Moto G84 5G review: Stamina over speed
Mobile phones

Performance could be better but a gorgeous display and terrific battery life keep the Motorola Moto G84 5G in the fight

£249 inc VAT