About Gavin Phillips
Gavin is the Technology Explained Section Editor, 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, and more than a decade of professional writing experience. He enjoys copious amounts of tea, board games, and football.
How to Customize Windows 11 with ThisIsWin11
Learn how to customize and debloat Microsoft's latest operating system at the touch of a button.
How to Use the New Windows 11 Focus Sessions
Microsoft wants to help you work. Enter Focus Sessions, the newest productivity tool in Windows 11.
Windows 11 WILL Run on Old PCs After All
Microsoft will no longer block Windows 11 on old hardware, but what does that mean in practical terms?
EarFun Free 2 Review: Surprisingly Good Budget True Wireless Earbuds
Budget true wireless earbuds are dime a dozen, so can the EarFun Free 2 make their mark in this busy market?
Battlefield 2042 Cheats Are Already Being Sold Online
What's the point if the cheats are already out there?
Airbnb Promises to House 20,000 Afghan Refugees for Free
The company is asking hosts to volunteer their Airbnb properties to help out.
Windows 11's "Calm" Design Has Different Audio Profiles for Light and Dark Mode
Windows 11 should be a relaxing experience, and Microsoft is taking steps to make sure that's the case.
PayPal Is Set to Launch Cryptocurrency Services in the UK
The UK becomes the first country outside the US to access PayPal's crypto service.
Creative SoundBlaster GC7 DAC Review: Gamers, You Need This If You Want to Win
Creative delivers the audio hardware goods once again.
Jabra's New Wireless Earbuds Are Designed to Help With Hearing Loss
More audio hardware manufacturers are designing hearing assistive tech, and Jabra is entering the market.
CES 2022: No Vaccination, No Entry
Protecting the public at the in-person event is the name of the game.
How to Use Snap Layouts in Windows 11
It's time to get to grips with one of Windows 11's top productivity boosters.
How to Use and Customize the Windows 11 Quick Settings Menu
Windows 11 brings in some fantastic new features, and its Quick Settings menu is no exception. Here's how to get the most out of it.
How to Use a Laptop as an External Monitor
Don't have an extra monitor? If you have a separate laptop, you can use that laptop as a second screen for extra screen space.
Netflix Starts Limiting What VPN Users Can Watch
Will its latest VPN crackdown hit the right targets?
Hacker Steals $600 Million of Crypto, But Then Returns Half in Dramatic Twist
You know that feeling where you lose $600 million but someone kindly returns half?
Microsoft Protests Amazon's $10 Billion NSA Cloud Computing Contract
It's not about the money, it's about the service, right?
Venmo Introduces Cryptocurrency Cashback Option for Credit Card Users
Use a Venmo credit card? You can now receive cashback in crypto.
Microsoft Teases New Spotify Pomodoro Productivity Integration
Keep your mind on your work with Windows 11 Focus Sessions.
Windows 11 Build 22000.120 Delivers New Features and Bug Fixes
The fifth Windows 11 update keeps the ball rolling.