Gavin Phillips
Lead Editor for Technology Explained, Security, and Entertainment
Contributing since July, 2012
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About Gavin Phillips
Gavin is the Lead Editor for the Technology Explained, Security, and Entertainment verticals, former co-host on the Really Useful Podcast, and a frequent product reviewer. He has a degree in Contemporary Writing pillaged from the hills of Devon, more than a decade of professional writing experience, and has attended CES, IFA, MWC, and other tech-trade shows to report direct from the floor. He's reviewed more headphones, earbuds, and mechanical keyboards then he cares to remember, and enjoys copious amounts of tea, board games, and football.
Latest Articles
BitLocker's Encryption Is Broken, But It's Still Not Time to Switch
It's not time to jump ship just yet.
ExpressVPN Keys Review: Good Password Manager That Does The Basics Well
ExpressVPN Keys isn't packed with features, but it's definitely good and secure.
5 Tools Every PC Builder Needs for a Successful Build
Thinking about building your own PC? Don't fit any hardware components until you have these five tools.
AMD vs. Intel: What Is the Best Gaming CPU?
If you're building a gaming PC and torn between AMD and Intel CPUs, it's time to learn which processor is best for your gaming rig.
The 9 Smallest Linux Distros That Are Super Lightweight
Strapped for hard disk space? Install one of these lightweight Linux distros to make your PC usable again.
How to Enable TPM and Secure Boot Before Upgrading to Windows 11
Want to upgrade to Windows 11? You might need to enable these system settings first.
Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: Is There a Difference?
Is it time to upgrade your old Wi-Fi to one of the newer, faster standards?
How to Clean Install Windows 11
You can install Windows 11 anew using an ISO file in just a few steps.
Copilot vs. Copilot Pro: What's the Difference, and Should You Upgrade?
Copilot Pro is here, but do you need to upgrade?
Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing: What's the Difference?
Scams come in many forms, but they share one goal: to part you from your money.
How to Boot in Safe Mode on Windows 10
Facing Windows booting problems? Safe Mode is a built-in Windows 10 troubleshooting feature you should try first.
Nvidia RTX 4070 Super vs. RTX 4070 Super Ti vs. RTX 4080 Super
How do you know we're reaching the end of a GPU generation? Nvidia launches its "Super" and "Ti" branded GPUs.
The 6 Best Free Online Virus Scan and Removal Sites
Need to check for a computer virus but don't have antivirus software installed? Try these excellent online virus-scanning tools.
How to Fix the WHEA Uncorrectable Error on Windows 10/11
Some Windows crash errors are cryptic and more difficult to troubleshoot, like the WHEA Uncorrectable Error!
Wi-Fi 7 Officially Launches With Four-Times Faster Internet Speeds
Wi-Fi 7 is officially here, and it's going to make things much faster than before.
How Google's Third-Party Cookie Phase-Out Will Improve Browsing
How will the phase-out of third-party cookies affect your internet experience?
Does Spotify Keep Pausing Randomly? Here's How to Fix It
Spotify pausing randomly for no apparent reason is a problem, but there are several ways to fix this error.
How Long Does a Router Last, and How Do You Know When to Upgrade?
Is it time to replace that old router, or does it have a few more years in it yet?
1More SonoFlow SE Review: Unbeatable at This Price
The 1More SonoFlow SE are the budget-focused cans you've always dreamt of.
How to Customize Spotify With Spicetify Themes
By now, you're probably bored of the same old Spotify interface. Why not tweak it to your liking?