As the Tech Editor at T3, Mike handles all things tech - from phones, tablets and laptops, to gaming and computing. He's been working as a consumer technology and travel journalist for the best part of 15 years, travelling the globe to attend all manner of industry events. He's reported for UK tabloids, a variety of magazines and websites, covering the latest in technology, automotive, gaming, flying and more. You'll always find him setting up a new mobile phone or planning his next (overly complex) series of flights to get away somewhere new and exciting.
Mike Lowe
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I'm a laptop expert – HP's Elite Dragonfly is the best Chromebook I've seen
Thinking about buying a flashy Chromebook? I've seen HP's Elite Dragonfly Chromebook and it's very, very nice indeed
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 pushes the envelope for gaming phones
There's also an all-new Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 to fill in the sub-flagship space
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Nintendo Switch Pro: 5 features I most want to see for Switch 2
Will there be a new Switch in 2022? I'm doubtful. But when the Switch 2 arrives, here's the top features I'd like to see
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Sony LinkBuds S are the smallest and lightest active noise-cancelling earphones ever
The LinkBuds S are nothing like the original LinkBuds. But they are very small and light, while capable of delivering high-end sound. Intruiged? Here's more...
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Acer's new Predator gaming laptop has a 3D screen – no glasses required!
Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition features a stereoscopic display that requires no special glasses – is it magic?
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Vivo X80 arrives with MediaTek Dimensity 9000 superpowers
The X80 and X80 Pro also feature dual fingerprint authentication, new Zeiss cameras, and IP68 water/dust protection
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6 things you didn't know your MacBook could do
MacOS has various features tucked away that will make your Apple MacBook experience even better
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Best Galaxy S22 phone? I'm a phone expert – this is the Samsung flagship to buy
Ultra? Plus? Standard? I've used all three 2022 Samsung flagships and this is the best Galaxy S22 option
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Google Pixel 7 or Samsung Galaxy? Google Lens can't seem to decide...
I'm a phone expert – and can see the difference between a Pixel 7 and Galaxy S21. But Google Lens can't (well, not always)...
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Android 13: What's new in Google's mobile operating system update?
Android 13 is coming, but what's new? Here we look at the top features, plus which phones will get Android 13 first
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Sony’s best noise-cancelling headphones ditch one beloved feature – but it’s for the best
Sony WH-1000XM5 can't fold like their predecessors, but all-new design promises reduced wind noise for noise-cancelling use
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Realme 9 and 9 5G cost just £249 each – but are very different phones
Looking for a budget Android handset? Realme's 9 series has some options, but the UK versions differ a lot.
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Google Pixel 7: everything we know, from latest news to rumours
Google has officially teased the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Here's all the details from release date to design and beyond...
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'Hey, Google': the wake word's days are numbered – and I'm so happy
Google to introduce Look and Talk with facial recognition, so you don't need to shout 'Hey, Google' like a mad person
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What is Sonos Voice? New voice assistant for Sonos explained
Sonos Voice is a smart assistant, but not a Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa competitor – it's strictly for Sonos products only
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Sonos Ray is a compact soundbar – but it’s missing one key feature
Sonos Ray, the cheapest of Sonos' soundbars, only offers an optical connection – is that a problem?
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Sonos Ray vs Beam 2 vs Arc: Which Sonos soundbar is best for my TV?
What's the difference between Sonos Ray, Beam (2nd Gen) and Arc soundbars? Which is best for different TV sizes and connections?
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Google Pixel 6a official – and its price will surprise you
At Google I/O 2022 the Pixel 6a phone was revealed – and at a very competitive launch price too!
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Google Pixel 7 official – here's a sneak peek of the next-gen Google phone
Google I/O 2022 was full of surprises! Google officially teased the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro at its opening keynote
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Google IO recap: Pixel 7 shown, Pixel Watch revealed, Pixel 6a coming
Google's bumper showcase teased the Pixel 7 and Pixel Tablet, revealed the Pixel Watch, Pixel 6a, and Android 13
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Google I/O 2022 what to expect: 4 things I expect to see from today's showcase
New Pixel phone, all-new Pixel Watch, Android 13 software update – here's a what to expect from I/O 2022
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The big 3G shutdown: is 3G still available? Three latest network set to pull the plug
What the 3G shutdown means for you. Does it matter that 3G network support is on the out?
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Lenovo Legion 7 has RGB lighting on every side – and I want one as my next gaming laptop
'Full environmental RGB lighting' is the phrase – and Lenovo's Legion 7 (Gen 7) has it in abundance, plus heaps of power
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Razer Viper V2 Pro is an eSport pro's dream gaming mouse – unless you want RGB
Cut the RGB for the sake of weight: Razer's update to the Viper Ultimate is ultra-light yet still eye-catching
