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.
Microsoft Launches a Modern Webcam for the Work-At-Home Generation
It's a tidy new 1080p webcam that won't break the bank.
Microsoft Set for $19.7 Billion Aquisition of AI Healthcare Firm Nuance
It's another major aqusition deal for Microsoft.
Audeze Penrose Wireless Gaming Headphones Review: A Sensational Audio Experience
Can the Audeze Penrose wireless gaming headphones fulfill expectations?
Microsoft's New Open Source Attack Simulator Visualizes Cyberattacks
The CyberBattleSim will help you model theoretical threats and learn how attackers spread through a network.
Chipolo's Special Edition ONE Spot Tracker First on Apple's Find My Network
Chipolo is one step ahead of Apple, but for how long?
Report: Apple Temporarily Halts MacBook and iPad Production Due to Global Chip Shortage
It's only a temporary precaution but illustrates the issues facing hardware manufacturers worldwide.
Microsoft Brings Defender for Endpoint Support to Windows 10 on ARM Devices
Microsoft extends its endpoint security tools for low-powered devices.
Annual Bitdefender Consumer Threat Report Shows Huge Rise in Ransomware
The 2020 edition shows huge rises for other malware types too.
Arch Linux Now Comes With Easier to Use Guided Installer
You're still using the command line, but the default packages are much easier to install.
Anycubic Officially Announces Its New Wash&Cure Plus Machine
The new machine is bigger, with a larger volume, allowing faster curing and washing.
Cat Launches S62 Pro Rugged Thermal Imaging Smartphone
It's rough, tough, and comes with a significantly upgraded thermal imaging camera.
Discord Launches Clubhouse-Style Stage Channels
Competitors are lining up to eat into Clubhouse's following, and Discord is the latest challenger.
Microsoft Officially Silences Cortana on Android and iOS Devices
It's the end of the line for the mobile version of Cortana.
PayPal Launches Bitcoin and Ethereum Payments for US Customers
Pay with Bitcoin direct from your PayPal account—at no extra cost.
SolarWinds Hackers Breached the Email Accounts of Top DHS Officials
The Department for Homeland Security was just one victim of SolarWinds.
Lypertek SoundFree S20 Wireless Earbuds Review: Sound Above Their Station
Surprisingly good audio quality from a budget-beating earbud option.
Visa Begins USDC Cryptocurrency Payment Pilot Program
Working with Crypto.com, Visa will allow cryptocurrency payments on its network for the first time.
Hackers Breach PHP Git Server and Insert Backdoor in Source Code
But the attackers left a giant clue in the code for the PHP development team to find.
Minisforum Launches New UM340 Ryzen-Powered Mini-PC
It's tiny, has an AMD Ryzen processor, and is competitively priced.