Ruben Circelli
Ruben is a long-time freelance consumer technology and gaming journalist, and was previously a Staff Writer at What Hi-Fi?. Since 2014, Ruben has written news, reviews, features, guides, and everything in-between at a huge variety of outlets that include Lifewire, PCGamesN, GamesRadar+, TheGamer, Twinfinite, and many more. Ruben's a dedicated gamer, tech nerd, and the kind of person who misses physical media. In his spare time, you can find Ruben cooking something delicious or, more likely, lying in bed consuming content.
Latest articles by Ruben Circelli

PS5 might be heavier on your pocket but it's also lighter than ever
By Ruben Circelli last updated
The latest PS5 revision is lighter than ever but more expensive outside of the U.S.

JBL's Quantum 910 Wireless headset delivers immersive in-game audio
By Ruben Circelli last updated
JBL's new wireless gaming headset has integrated head tracking and promises an immersive experience across multiple platforms.

iPhone 14 launch date set for 7th September: here's what we know
By Ruben Circelli published
Mark your calendars: Apple's new iPhone is set to launch on Wednesday 7th September at the Apple Park Campus...

The PS5 has a new controller – here are the key features of the DualSense Edge
By Ruben Circelli published
The PS5 is getting a premium, customizable controller – here's everything we know so far...

Games to play if you're not a gamer (but love movies), no console required
By Ruben Circelli published
Want to try out gaming but don't know where to start? We've got some great games anybody can play...

Why the death of Blu-ray is very bad for gamers
By Ruben Circelli published
Blu-ray sales have nosedived and the lack of interest in the format isn't just bad news for movie enthusiasts.

HBO Max revamps its mobile and desktop apps - here's what's new
By Ruben Circelli last updated
Shuffle on mobile, SharePlay, a new design and much more are here in the new HBO Max apps.

7 of the best-produced recordings of the 21st century to test your system
By Ruben Circelli published
Feel like you haven't added anything less than 20+ years old to your testing playlist in years? Check out these modern picks...

Could we see a new Apple HomePod in 2023?
By Ruben Circelli last updated
HomePod 2 rumours have been circulating for a long time, but is a new, updated HomePod finally on the way next year?

Macbook vs iPad: 8 things tablets can do for students that laptops can’t
By Ruben Circelli published
iPads can oftentimes be the better pick over a Macbook, depending on your circumstances...

8 best study playlists for work, concentration and focus
By Ruben Circelli published
Tune into our pick of the best study playlists when you need to hunker down and get some work done...

Stereo? Who needs it: I think The Beatles sound better in mono
By Ruben Circelli published
Stereo seems like the default pick nowadays, but it's not always the best choice...

The Xbox app is now available on Samsung TVs – so too are GeForce Now and Stadia
By Ruben Circelli published
Enjoy game streaming from the service of your choice on select Samsung TVs without any extra purchases.

6 mistakes to avoid with Amazon Prime Video
By Ruben Circelli last updated
Prime Video has plenty going for it, but you will need to avoid making these mistakes if you want to maximise its potential...

Why I hope 8K gaming never happens
By Ruben Circelli last updated
Gamers, rise up and resist the coming tide of high-resolution insanity with me...

I tried this Nintendo Switch 4K upscaler and I’m never going back
By Ruben Circelli published
Better image quality without worse performance or any lag, what more could you want as a gamer?

Anker Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds have rotating ear hooks for a secure fit
By Ruben Circelli published
Struggling to get the perfect fit from your sporty wireless earbuds? Anker might have the answer...

6 mistakes to avoid with Netflix
By Ruben Circelli last updated
It's easy to miss the finer features of the original streaming service; allow us to help explain what you need to know.

The unexpected downside of wireless earbuds has made me stop worrying and love wires
By Ruben Circelli published
Convenience isn't everything when it comes to earbuds, and this goes beyond audio quality...

Apple's VR headset is still a long way off, analyst suggests
By Ruben Circelli published
Originally expected in 2022, Apple's VR headset is now reportedly planned for 2023.

Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT wireless headphones promise studio-quality sound on the go
By Ruben Circelli published
The ATH-M20xBT wireless over-ear headphones have been inspired by the company's famous M Series models.

T+A Solitaire T aim to set new standards for both wired and wireless headphones
By Ruben Circelli published
This reference pair of passive, wired headphones also comes packed with ANC and Bluetooth connectivity for wireless use.

I pay for Amazon Prime Video, so why am I seeing ads?
By Ruben Circelli published
Amazon Prime Video is actually less like Netflix than you might imagine, and here's why
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