Adam Speight
Product writer
Adam Speight is a product writer at WIRED UK. He writes reviews and features for the Gear section, along with rigorously testing a wide range of devices for our buyer guides, WIRED Recommends. He’s all about consumer tech, but particularly laptops and phones. For the Gear team, he’s reported on flagship releases from Apple, Samsung, Razer, Xiaomi and Dell, as well as uncovering hidden gems from the gadget world that might otherwise have gone unnoticed. Previously he wrote for Trusted Reviews on computing and wrote reviews for Recombu.
Strange Bedfellow
The Weirdest Product at MWC 2022 Is a Sleep-Aid Gas Dispenser
Gosleep thinks a dose of carbon dioxide is exactly what your bedtime routine needs. We have concerns.
Phoney show
The Most Intriguing Launches at MWC 2022 Weren’t Phones
Laptops and 2-in-1 devices were out in force at the Mobile World Congress convention in Barcelona. And they stole the show.
Mobile Madness
The Most Exciting Phones From MWC 2022
From cheap and cheerful to expensive foldables, we’ve rounded up the most interesting phones from Mobile World Congress.
That’s Smart
A New Tag Heuer Feature Wants to Lure You From Apple Watch
The latest luxury Swiss smartwatch is looking to ease battery longevity concerns—and entice fitness fans.
Switching Streams
Just Got Apple Music? Here’s How to Keep Your Spotify Playlists
You’re unmoved by Joe Rogan’s pledges to “try harder,” or maybe just ready to try something new. Either way, you’ll want to hang onto your curated lists.
WIRED Recommends
The Best Gadgets and Gear in 2022 From WIRED Recommends
Not sure what headphones, smartwatch or laptop to buy? We've got you covered with our round-up of the very best gadgets out there.
WIRED Recommends
The Best Budget Smartphone And Cheap Phones In 2022
WIRED Recommends the best budget smartphones, including the best cheap phone with great battery life and the best for mobile gaming
Health
What are N95 and FFP2 face masks and do you really need them?
As more Covid-19 variants emerge across the globe, attention has once again turned to N95 and FFP2 face masks.
WIRED Recommends
The Best Budget Laptops Under £500
Want a laptop without emptying your bank account? Here are our picks for the best budget laptops.
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The Best Gaming Laptop For Any Budget in 2022
WIRED Recommends the best laptops for gaming, whether you want a budget gaming laptop under £1,000 or a money-no-object monster
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These Are The Best Android Phones You Can Buy In 2022
Which Android phone should you buy? WIRED Recommends the best Android phones, including the best budget option and the best choice for phone camera.
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These Are The Best Tablets For Any Budget in 2022
WIRED Recommends the best tablets for Netflix, gaming and replacing your laptop.
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These Are The Best Smartphones For Any Budget in 2022
WIRED Recommends the best smartphones whether you're into phone photography, flashy features or a power user who just needs the battery life.
The Ultimate WIRED Christmas Gift Guide For 2021
Our 2021 edit of clever Christmas gift ideas from £7 to £14,000.
Buying Guide
13 Great Last-Minute Christmas Gifts Under £50
These gifts will make you look thoughtful, conscientious and generous – and the good news is, they’re all on budget.
WIRED Recommends
The Best 2-in-1 Laptops For Any Budget
Did someone say flexi time? No 2-in-1 is perfect but we've tested the best shape-shifting hybrids around.
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The Best Bluetooth Speakers For Any Budget in 2022
The WIRED Recommends guide to the best portable Bluetooth speakers, including small waterproof outdoor speakers and larger, hi-fi quality speakers
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The Best Beard Trimmers You Can Buy in 2021
WIRED Recommends the best beard trimmers whether you belong to the Brian Blessed or Ryan Reynolds school of facial hair.
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The Best Laptops For Any Budget in 2022
WIRED Recommends the best laptops to help you find your perfect portable.
iPhone
The Best MagSafe Accessories For Your New iPhone 13
MagSafe accessories can do much more than just charge your iPhone 13. Check out these wallets, stands, grips, cases and more.