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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

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra review: Closing the gap
Mobile phones

Performance falls a bit behind, but the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is still the closest challenger yet to Samsung’s flip phone supremacy

£1050 inc VAT
Anker Soundcore Motion X600: Spatial audio to get you moving
Bluetooth speakers

The Anker Soundcore Motion X600 wraps energetic and engaging audio in an attractive package, but battery life leaves a lot to be desired

£200 inc VAT
This PS5 Slim deal is a hidden Amazon spring sale gem
Gaming

We're not sure why this PS5 Slim deal hasn't sold out - grab it now in Amazon's spring sale while you still can

Bag a MEGA saving on the Honor Pad 9 in Amazon's spring sale
Tablets

The Honor Pad 9 impressed me enough to earn a Recommended award, and now you get one for its best price yet in the Amazon spring sale

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9's price has hit an all-time low
Tablets

We were happy to recommend the four-star Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 after our testing, but this Amazon spring sale deal makes it irresistible

Amazon’s dirt-cheap Fire HD 8 is now even more affordable
Tablets

After thoroughly testing it, I gave the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2022) a recommendation – now, it’s even better value in the brand’s spring sale

Our picks for the best blackout blinds from £8
Furniture

Get a great night's sleep even when the sun blasts through at 4am, with our pick of the the best blackout blinds you can buy

Best standing desks: Improve posture with adjustable desks
Home office

Ease your aches and pains with our pick of the best standing desks

Hand holding the Nothing Phone (2a) with a garden in the background
Nothing Phone (2a) review: Nothing compares
Mobile phones

Presenting a gorgeous display and terrific stamina in a uniquely stylish package, the Phone (2a) is the Nothing’s best-value handset yet

£319 inc VAT
Nubia Flip 5G folded in hand, time showing on external display
Nubia Flip 5G hands-on: New blood in the flip phone game
Mobile phones

Nubia’s first swing at a folding phone, the Flip 5G, could be a strong rival for the Motorola Razr 40 – if it comes to the UK, that is