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Gareth Beavis

Gareth Beavis

Editorial Director
Author/Co-Author of 12 articles

Gareth has been covering all the major technology releases for over two decades as the former Global Editor in Chief of TechRadar, writing over 4,000 articles on the world of consumer tech and breaking dozens of news stories that helped shape the technology landscape as we know it.

He has appeared on international news channels many times over the years, covering everything from the role of mobile technology during riots, the impact of Samsung's Note 7 disaster on the company, or how technology might be implanted in our brains in the future.

Passionate about fitness and mobile technology, he has reviewed hundreds of smartphones, wearables and tablets, run seminars on the impact of technology on our lives, and is a deep user of AI across multiple platforms... although he doesn't believe it's always a force for good.

Flip 7 on side

Here’s why the Galaxy Z Flip 7 finally supports Samsung DeX

Samsung explains why DeX arrived with the seventh generation Z Flip, and not before.
Best Prime Day Gift Card Deals

Still shopping? Amazon Prime Day deals going strong into day 4

The fourth and final day of Amazon's sales event is here, and there are plenty of Prime Day deals still available.
Fold 7 on side

Samsung: here’s what happened to the S Pen on the Galaxy Z Fold 7

The Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 is one of the most stylish foldable smartphones on the market, but despite also being one of the most expensive, one question popped up: where has the S Pen gone? The answer: it’s no longer supported, thanks to the need to make the device thinner and more attractive to hold. […]
Watch 8 on a wrist

I tried the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series – they’re sleek, but with a lot to prove

Trying out the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic is a tough gig – not in terms of it being a hardship to try out two high-end models, but that it’s impossible to assess them with only 30 minutes’ use. I can easily talk about the improved design and the fit of the […]
Thre Flip 7 models next to each other

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: the upgrade we’ve been waiting for?

I never really thought that I’d want to go down the route of owning a flip phone, ever since I swore off my Nokia in the early 2000s (you know, the one with the weird felt covering and tiny notification window). Fast forward two decades, and I’m considering rejoining the race, thanks to the Samsung […]
Apple AirPods Pro 2 in their USB-C and MagSafe case.

It’s time to stop talking about AirPods with cameras… for now

We might have to wait until 2026 for the AirPods Pro 3, as the tech could need more time.
The back of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max could pack a curious battery update

Apple might be bringing a new level of performance to the iPhone 17 series.
The side of a man's head with an AirPods Pro 2 in his ear

I’m scared of wearing my AirPods too much

The reason I’m nervous is I feel like wearing headphones when interacting with real people just feels… rude.
Soccer ball in net

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: What is it, and what new tech is it bringing?

There's a surprising amount of new tech featuring at the 2025 Club World Cup.
A person opening the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.

Foldable phones need to get more expensive

Samsung might finally be doing what it should have years ago: making its Fold series the very best of all its tech.