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 Windows 10 Cumulative Update Preview
It's an optional update, so you don't have to install it straight away.
Rode's Wireless Go II Delivers Upgrades In All the Right Places
It's a great step forward for Rode's latest wireless microphone.
HP Acquires HyperX Gaming Division From Kingston Technology
It's a big move from HP in the crowded gaming hardware space.
EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid Wireless Earbuds Review: Almost Outstanding On the Go Gaming Audio
How do EPOS' first solo gaming earbuds stack up versus the competition?
Microsoft, FireEye, CrowdStrike, and SolarWinds Speak at US Senate Hearing Into Massive Cyberattack
Microsoft President Brad Smith was one of several tech leaders providing evidence.
Microsoft Is Hosting an AI and Gaming Research Summit Starting Today
It's two days of talks on the future of AI-tech and game development.
Facebook Reverses News Ban on Its Australian Platform
The tech giant must make deals with news outlets to avoid sanctions.
Microsoft Launches Coalition to Combat Media Disinformation
A new digital standard will make it easier to find out where a media item originated.
Govee Flow Pro Wi-Fi Light Bars Review: Customizable Flashy Lights Are Fun
The Govee Flow Pro Wi-Fi Light Bars can light up any room, but the automatic light changing Video mode doesn't live entirely up to expectations.
Microsoft Posts Its Final Report on the SolarWinds Cyberattack
What lessons can we learn in the SolarWinds aftermath?
NVIDIA to Restrict Crypto Mining Speed on New RTX 3060 GPUs
But it's also introducing dedicated crypto mining hardware instead.
Microsoft Begins Rollout of Windows 10 21H1 to Insider Preview Users
But regular Windows 10 users must wait a little longer.
WatchDog Cryptojacking Malware Hits Hundreds of Windows Systems
The cryptojacking campaign has been active for over two years.
Unexpected Windows 10 Bug Results in Broken Webcams
Has your webcam suddenly broken? A recent Windows 10 update could be the culprit.
Windows 10 Secure Boot Bug Triggers BitLocker Key Recovery Issue
Microsoft is working towards patching the issue affecting many Windows versions.
Microsoft Confirms Windows 10 21H1 Update Will Focus on Bug Fixes and Stability
The bigger feature updates are expected later in the year.
Microsoft Launches Azure Into Space With HPE's Spaceborne Computer-2
Azure is heading out into space, but why?
Microsoft's Edge Browser Was Host to Secret Nintendo Game Emulators
The now-removed emulators allowed users to play classic games in the Edge browser.
10 Common Home Networking Terms and What They Mean
Here are some of the most common home networking terms, what they mean, and why you need to know.
Microsoft Tried to Buy Pinterest, But the Deal's Off... For Now
The acquisition would have become Microsoft's biggest deal ever.