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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

Best iPad 2024: All Apple tablets tested and reviewed
Tablets

Apple never stops (and never will stop) releasing new tablets. We test out the range to find out which is the best iPad for you

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft sitting on the charging dock on a bedside table, showing a colourful stack of books on the display
Amazon finally unveils the colour Kindle I’d actually buy
eReaders

Amazon finally unveils the colour Kindle that I’ve been asking for, alongside a faster Kindle Paperwhite and a new Kindle Scribe

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold in hand, unfolded, in front of an orange cushion
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Improved but not yet perfected
Mobile phones

Several key improvements show Google is headed in the right direction with the Pixel 9 Pro Fold – but there’s still some way to go

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The best Samsung phone to buy in 2024
Mobile phones

We put Samsung’s recent smartphone output to the test to find the perfect phone for you

google pixel 8a review - phone with home screen on desk
Google Pixel 8a review: Trickle-down AI-conomics
Mobile phones

The new AI features look fun, but the real strength of the Pixel 8a lies in its hardware improvements and fantastic software support

£499 inc VAT
The best mid-range phones of 2024, tested by our experts
Mobile phones

Forget the flagships and save some money with the best mid-range smartphones we’ve tested and reviewed

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra folded on the edge of a table with the external display on
Five reasons this is the perfect first folding phone
Mobile phones

Ready to take the plunge with your first folding phone? Here’s five reasons why I love this clamshell phone – and two why you may not

Google Pixel 8 Pro in hand, rear view, in front of some shelving
Last year’s best Android phones are now dirt cheap
Mobile phones

Our favourite Android phones from last year are massively discounted for Prime Day – here’s why I’m recommending them over this year’s deals

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

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