Articles by: Mike Jennings

Mike Jennings has been a tech journalist for more than thirteen years, and he covers a wide range of topics, from gaming laptops and graphics cards to consumer software, business machines and high-end desktops. He’s written for PC Pro, TechRadar, Wired, Stuff, TrustedReviews, Custom PC, IT Pro, and many more outlets. He lives in the UK and is interested in gaming, writing and motorsport.

Best internet filter software 2023: protect your family with these website blockers

By Mike Jennings last updated 6 December 23

Buying guide Buying the best internet filter software is crucial to keep your kids safe online.

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Ezviz DB1C video doorbell review

By Mike Jennings published 13 September 22

Review The Ezviz DB1C video doorbell deploys high-resolution video and a keen price to try and compete with products from Amazon and Google.

Acer Aspire Vero review

By Mike Jennings published 29 May 22

Review The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly product that uses recycled materials in its clever, environmentally-conscious design – but it’s only an average laptop.

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Best antivirus software 2023: Stay safe online with premium and free software

By Ian Stokes, Luke Edwards last updated 22 February 23

Buying Guide The best antivirus software will keep your personal electronic devices safe from a variety of threats.

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Razer Blade 14 review

By Mike Jennings published 5 November 21

Review The Razer Blade 14 gets put to the test for gaming and beyond. Is this the laptop for you?

Best video converter software 2022

By Mike Jennings last updated 20 January 22

Buying guide Use the best video converter software so you can enjoy all video formats across devices and platforms.

Best video downloader software 2022

By Mike Jennings last updated 14 June 22

Buying guide Watch videos anywhere with the best video downloader software that works on your devices.

Best disk defragmenter tools 2023

By Mike Jennings last updated 12 January 22

Buying guide Speed up your machine with a tidy that only the best disk defragmenter tools can offer.

Origin PC review

By Mike Jennings published 3 August 21

Review Should you buy your next system from Origin PC? We’ve examined the pros and cons of these PC experts.

Microsoft Surface Studio 2 review

By Mike Jennings published 22 July 21

Review Is the Microsoft Surface Studio 2 the perfect all-in-one PC for creative workloads? We find out in our full review.

Best driver update software for Windows 2023

By Mike Jennings published 28 May 21

Buying guide Get the best driver update software for Windows on your machine for the fastest and most efficient experience.

Alienware Aurora R12 review

By Mike Jennings published 4 May 21

Review Is this the gaming rig you've been looking for? Find out in our Alienware Aurora R12 review.

HP Pavilion desktop PC review

By Mike Jennings published 26 April 21

Review The HP Pavilion range tries to do all things for all people, but can these desktop PCs succeed?

Acer Aspire TC desktop PC review

By Mike Jennings published 20 April 21

Review We’ve reviewed the Acer Aspire TC to find out if this affordable rig is a suitable option for a busy family home.

Best parental control software 2023

By Mike Jennings, Luke Edwards last updated 17 June 23

Guide Get the best parental control software to keep your kids safe online and beyond

Best Cell Phone Parental Control Apps 2021

Best cell phone parental control apps 2023

By Mike Jennings, Luke Edwards last updated 3 July 23

Guide The best cell phone parental control apps let you know what your kids are looking at online, where they are, and who they are interacting with.

Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R10 desktop PC review

By Mike Jennings published 26 March 21

Review We’ve reviewed the Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R10 range to see if this AMD-based gaming PC is worth your time and money.

Best privacy software 2023

By Mike Jennings last updated 11 January 22

Buying Guide Get one of the best privacy software suites to keep your browsing secure, and your data away from prying eyes.

Bark review

By Mike Jennings published 23 February 21

Review Bark promises extensive social media monitoring, but does it stack up in other areas too?

Kaspersky Safe Kids review

By Mike Jennings published 23 February 21

Review It’s one of the cheapest parental control options available, but is Kaspersky Safe Kids a worthwhile bargain?

Surfie review

By Mike Jennings last updated 26 April 21

Review Surfie promises powerful features to stop cyber-bullying, but does this parental control app match up against big-name competition?

Net Nanny Family Protection Pass review

By Mike Jennings last updated 26 April 21

Review Net Nanny is one of the most venerable names in parental control – can it take on newer apps and protect kids from today's social media threats?

Qustodio Premium review

By Mike Jennings published 3 February 21

Review Qustodio is one of the big names in parental control and internet filters – but can it retain its crown in 2021?

Lenovo Yoga C940 review

By Mike Jennings last updated 25 March 20

Review The Lenovo Yoga C940 is fast, well-designed, and well-balanced – it remains one of the market’s best 2-in-1 machines.

Dell XPS 13 review

By Mike Jennings last updated 25 March 20

Review The Dell XPS 13 has been tweaked and improved, and it remains the best lightweight Windows laptop around.

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