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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

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 folded in hand with the external display on, in front of a bookshelf
Why I think this flip phone is worth a second look
Mobile phones

After I declared it the runner-up in a showdown with Razr, this flip phone has caught my attention with a massive Prime Day discount

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Motorola Edge 50 Fusion face up with the display on, sitting on an open comic book
Pixel too pricey? This is the phone deal I recommend instead
Mobile phones

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion is down to its lowest price ever in Amazon’s Prime Day sale, offering unbeatable value for money

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Google Pixel 8a in hand, rear view, with low sofas in the background
This five-star smartphone is now even more of a bargain
Mobile phones

My favourite mid-range phone has the best cameras and software support in its class – and this Prime Day deal is the best time to grab one

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Best Motorola phone
Best Motorola phone 2024: Which Moto is right for you?
Mobile phones

With so many Motorola phones to choose from, it can be hard to tell them apart. We’ve got you covered with options suited to all budgets

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Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) tablet in hand, showing the homescreen on the display
Amazon unveils new Fire HD 8 tablets ahead of October sale
Tablets

The new Amazon Fire HD 8 tablets get more RAM and slightly better cameras – and they’re already massively discounted

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE in hand, rear view
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE hands-on review: Hitting the fan
Mobile phones

The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE matches the AI and software support of its siblings but the price makes me wonder whether it’s really for the fans

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Hands holding the Sony LinkBuds Open in their case, removing an earbud
Sony unveils a LinkBuds speaker alongside its latest earbuds
Headphones

Sony’s LinkBuds Fit and LinkBuds Open get a unique style and tuning developed with Olivia Rodrigo and the LinkBuds Speaker makes its debut

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Nothing Phone (2a) Plus review: A big nothing
Mobile phones

Though competent by itself, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is far from enough of an upgrade to justify its existence – or its bloated price

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£399 inc VAT
Honor Magic V3 in hand, unfolded with the internal display on
Honor Magic V3 hands-on: The UK’s thinnest foldable yet
Mobile phones

The ultra-thin Honor Magic V3 impresses with its class-leading hardware but a couple of minor points hold it back from true magic

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£1699 inc VAT
Google Pixel 9 Pro in hand, rear view, in front of black and white cushions
Google Pixel 9 Pro: This small phone casts a large shadow
Mobile phones

Google’s first compact Pro phone tucks myriad features into a svelte package, easily outshining its pricier big-screened sibling

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£999 inc VAT