Articles by Paul Hatton, Freelance writer

Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine.

Articles by: Paul Hatton

Do you struggle on hikes? Here are 5 essential gym moves to strengthen your legs, glutes and core

By Paul Hatton published 11 August 25

Build the strength and stamina for better runs and hikes with five key gym exercises that will make your outdoor adventures easier.

Best cheap electric bike: tenways CGO600, on TechRadar background

The best cheap e-bikes for 2025: Cost-effective folding, road bikes, and eMTBs

By Paul Hatton last updated 4 August 25

e-bikes The best cheap e-bikes for commuter-friendly rides, without the environmental or economical costs.

I wore this $80 / £80 AI-powered Apple Watch rival for two months, and I still love it

By Paul Hatton published 2 August 25

The Amazfit Bip 6 delivers an impressive level of performance and features, especially given the low price tag.

Are electric bikes street legal? Here’s where you can – and can’t – ride an e-bike

By Paul Hatton published 23 July 25

Don’t get caught out. We dive into the laws surrounding electronically assisted bikes.

Electric bike conversion kits: should you get one?

By Paul Hatton published 22 July 25

Should you get an electric bike conversion kit instead of a fully-fledged e-bike?

5 things Samsung could announce at Galaxy Unpacked to convert me into a foldable user

By Paul Hatton published 8 July 25

With Galaxy Unpacked now just days away, we look at five things Samsung could announce to convert me into a foldable user.

Lead image for best travel tripod buying guide, featuring the 3 Legged Think Punks Brian 2.0

The best travel tripod for 2025: finest lightweight tripods for your camera

By Timothy Coleman last updated 16 June 25

Buying guide Lightweight, strong and compact, we rank the best travel tripods you can buy right now.

Best GoPro camera 2025: the finest models you can buy at all price points

By Timothy Coleman last updated 16 June 25

Updated Looking for the best GoPro? We've rounded up all the finest options here for all budgets.

This cheap Apple Watch dupe is under $100 and actually stuffed with features

By Paul Hatton published 13 May 25

The Tozo S6 is one of an increasing number of super-cheap smartwatches that are attempting to disrupt the industry.

Viaim RecDot Earbuds review: AI recording and transcription that will blow your mind

By Paul Hatton published 10 May 25

Recommended

RecDot Earbuds' AI recording and transcription will wow you to the point that you'll probably accept their (very minor) shortcomings

I tried another Iron Man-style exoskeleton and now I'm stronger than ever

By Paul Hatton last updated 6 May 25

An exoskeleton with assistance and workout modes that makes running, especially uphill, a whole lot easier.

Huawei Watch GT5 Pro review: Just a stylish sports watch?

By Paul Hatton published 21 January 25

The Huawei Watch GT5 Pro is stuffed with comprehensive features, but the design is far from ideal.

Engwe P20 review: A cheaper Brompton alternative

By Paul Hatton published 20 November 24

Review Engwe P20 review: a cheaper Brompton alternative

Huawei Watch D2 review: Blood pressure monitoring at its best

By Paul Hatton published 21 October 24

Huawei Watch D2 review: blood pressure monitoring at its best

Suunto Race S review: a worthy competitor to rival Garmin

By Paul Hatton published 1 October 24

A smartwatch for athletes who want to take their exercise to a whole new level.

Eureka J20 robot vacuum review: outstanding mopping

By Paul Hatton published 2 September 24

With an incredible roller mopping system that keeps fresh water flowing, the Eureka J20 excels in the floor washing stakes.

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HP 960 4K Streaming Webcam: premium results for a premium price

By Paul Hatton published 27 August 24

Recommended

HP's premium 4K camera delivers great results for image and audio quality, marking itself out as a laudable alternative to other high-end webcams.

HP 325 FHD webcam: A budget-friendly choice with solid image quality

By Paul Hatton published 27 August 24

Recommended

A 1080p webcam with reasonable video quality and a single microphone array.

Mobile Pixels Geminos T: A vertical stacking monitor solution that needs perfecting

By Paul Hatton published 24 August 24

Recommended

The Geminos T from Mobile Pixels lets you bring two screens with you on the go - but is it worth the price?

Xiaomi 14 Ultra review: the king of the camera phones

By Paul Hatton published 5 August 24

Recommended

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is one of the best camera phones on the market.

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 foldable phone on a black background

Xiaomi’s super-slim Galaxy Z Fold 6 rival could get a surprise global release

By Paul Hatton published 5 July 24

The successor to the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 could get a global release on July 12 – it could also be the thinnest on the market.

Nothing fully reveals the CMF Phone 1’s design and camera specs – and it looks like a budget beauty

By Paul Hatton published 3 July 24

The new Nothing CMF Phone 1 boasts a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display and customizable attachments.

Samsung might finally be about to deal with the Galaxy S24 Ultra's biggest problem

By Paul Hatton published 28 June 24

A redesign could see sharp corners replaced with a rounded look

This portable home cinema cost me less than $20, but now I use my laptop instead

By Paul Hatton published 8 June 24

I tried a phone magnification device that delivered a blurry image and left me with a headache.

Brompton C Line Explore electric review: 12-speed innovation for the classic bike

By Paul Hatton published 16 May 24

Review If you're set on a classic Brompton bike but want more help when cycling, the C Line 12-speed could be just the ticket