Articles by: Andy Hartup

Andy was the previous Editor-in-Chief of Top Ten Reviews. With over 18 years experience in both online and print journalism, Andy has worked for a host of world-leading tech and gaming brands, including PC Gamer and GamesRadar. He specializes in photography, technology and smart home, and has provided expert comment for sites like The Guardian. In his spare time Andy is an amateur photographer, and teaches at the National Film and TV School.

Best Amazon Holiday Dash deals 2023

By Andy Hartup last updated 3 November 20

Deals The best Amazon Holiday Dash deals could save you plenty of money on your Holiday shopping for 2023. Here are the best discounts.

Get 50% off photo gifts, with this amazing deal from Mixbook

By Andy Hartup last updated 24 November 20

Deal Looking for a unique Holiday gift? This photo gift deal gets you 50% off books, cards, and more at Mixbook with the promo code.

Cheap gaming laptop deal! Save $440 on a Dell G5 15" laptop today

By Andy Hartup last updated 22 October 20

Deals This cheap gaming laptop deal gets you a G5 laptop with a 15" screen, a 2070 GPU, and a 10th-gen i7 processor for $1199.

Cheap smart TV deal: $80 for this 24" HDTV with Fire TV at Best Buy

By Andy Hartup last updated 22 October 20

Deal Hurry! This smart TV deal only lasts for 48-hours, and with Fire TV built-in, it's a genuinely fantastic offer.

Do you need an app for editing your photos?

By Andy Hartup published 20 October 20

Feature Will a separate app really make your photos better for platforms like Instagram?

What photo editor comes with Windows 10?

By Andy Hartup published 6 October 20

Feature If you’re wondering how to edit photos in Windows 10… well, there is a basic editor included, and several options for enhancing images in Windows.

What photo size is A4 and other A-sizes? And what resolution image do you need?

By Andy Hartup last updated 1 July 22

How To Our guide to photo printing sizes will show you what photo size A4 and A5 is, and recommend resolutions for all print sizes and types.

Printed vs Home-Made Photo Books - which should you choose?

By Andy Hartup published 28 September 20

Versus If you’re looking to create a photo book gift for a friend or loved one, which option should you choose: printed from a website, or home-made?

CyberLink PhotoDirector 12 review

By Andy Hartup last updated 9 June 21

Review The new and improved CyberLink PhotoDirector 12 is simple, powerful, and great value. Perfect for budding creatives, or just anyone looking to enhance their photos.

Affinity Photo review

By Andy Hartup last updated 21 August 20

Review Affinity Photo is a more advanced editor for hardcore amateurs and professionals. Its tools, however, are excellent.

Are fake Security Cameras a good idea?

By Andy Hartup published 12 August 20

Review While real security cameras offer good home and office protection, is it worth getting fake cameras to deter blaggards and scoundrels?

10 best movies to test your new TV and soundbar

By Andy Hartup, Ian Stokes last updated 21 July 21

Review Looking to show off your new TV and sound system? These ten movies are perfect for picture and sound.

How to make an online video or voice call

How to make an online video call or voice call

By Andy Hartup published 12 August 20

How to Looking to make a video or voice call online? These are the best, (mostly) free ways to call someone online.

News In Slow Spanish review

By Andy Hartup last updated 29 April 21

Review News in Slow Spanish is a language course with a difference, and may be the closest to immersion that you can get.

Spanish Uncovered review

By Andy Hartup last updated 29 April 21

Review Spanish Uncovered is an immersive language course has been created for beginners. It’s a challenge from the get-go, but does get results.

Frantastique review

By Andy Hartup published 7 August 20

Review Frantastique is a quirky, funny way of learning French. But its style won't appeal to everyone, and it is expensive.

FrenchPod101 review

By Andy Hartup published 7 August 20

Review If you’re a fan of podcasts and weekly updates of your favorite shows, FrenchPod101 could be the language course for you.

Memrise Languages review

By Andy Hartup last updated 24 February 21

Review Memrise is easy, fun and best of all it’s free... but is it any good for learning languages, beyond a few key words and phrases?

Rocket Languages review

By Andy Hartup last updated 29 April 21

Review Rocket Languages is a more audio-based language software, but it offers good value and great lessons for beginners.

Pimsleur Language Learning review

By Andy Hartup last updated 2 September 21

Review The Pimsleur method relies heavily on audio content, which is something to keep in mind if you prefer to learn with visual aids.

Can you use an American cell phone in Europe? And should you?

By Andy Hartup published 15 July 20

Feature Traveling to Europe and want to use your cell phone? Here are the things you need to know about networks, charges, and more.

5 signs your home has mold (and how to deal with it)

By Jessica Stone, Andy Hartup published 14 July 20

How to Worried your house or apartment has mold? Here are the telltale signs you may have a damp or fungus problem.

Sony's Reon Pocket wearable air conditioner is available now, and here's where you can buy it

By Andy Hartup published 6 July 20

News Sony's Reon Pocket is a unique, wearable air-con unit, and it's out now in Japan. Here's where to buy, price, and details on how it cools.

Audiobooks vs Reading: Is it better to listen than read?

By Andy Hartup published 29 June 20

Feature Why read when you can be read to? These are the five reasons why you should give audiobooks a try in addition to reading.

WriterDuet review

By Andy Hartup published 26 May 20

Review WriterDuet is an online scriptwriting program, focused on collaboration and communication.

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