Rik is T3’s news editor, which means he looks after the news team and the up-to-the-minute coverage of all the hottest gadgets and products you’ll definitely want to read about. And, with more than 35 years of experience in tech and entertainment journalism, including editing and writing for numerous websites, magazines, and newspapers, he’s always got an eye on the next big thing.
Rik also has extensive knowledge of AV, TV streaming and smart home kit, plus just about everything to do with games since the late 80s. Prior to T3, he spent 13 years at Pocket-lint heading up its news team, and was a TV producer and presenter on such shows as Channel 4's GamesMaster, plus Sky's Games World, Game Over, and Virtual World of Sport.
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Apple TV subscribers get a whole channel for free this week – including in the UK
Previously $100 a year, this major streaming service will be free to view from this week
By Rik Henderson Published
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Xbox Game Pass just got two of the best RPGs ever made – including a 92 rated masterpiece
The next two weeks are going to be massive for Xbox owners and Xbox Cloud Gaming
By Rik Henderson Published
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There's an amazing money back deal on Samsung Galaxy S26 already – but you have to be quick
Get £30 to spend when you pre-register interest in the Samsung Galaxy S26, Plus or Ultra
By Rik Henderson Published
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Dbrand does it again – Samsung Galaxy S26 cases already available, and give you something the phones may not
The disrupter accessory brand is offering cases for Samsung's new flagships before they've even launched
By Rik Henderson Published
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Sony's PS6 could be latest victim of RAM shortages – delayed until 2029, say sources
First Steam Machine, now the PlayStation 6
By Rik Henderson Published
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Don't be ruled by the algorithm, says Deezer as it gives you control over your own music streams
A new Flow Tuner feature arrives on Deezer, allowing you to tweak the content algorithm
By Rik Henderson Published
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Yes, there really is a Switch 2 controller with heart rate monitoring – it's affordable, too
This Switch 2, PC and mobile controller has some interesting feature upgrades – all for under $40
By Rik Henderson Published
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Apple Vision Pro finally gets something it should have had at launch – but better late than never
A new app brings something essential the Pro has been missing
By Rik Henderson Published
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This new Fire TV Stick app brings a high-end PC gaming rig into your home for free
Nvidia has made its GeForce Now service available to Fire TV owners
By Rik Henderson Published
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All Amazon Prime members can download this hugely underrated game for free – here's how to claim yours
Prime members get one of the most interesting shooters in modern times, without having to pay a penny
By Rik Henderson Published
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Sky teases major relaunch for later in 2026 – and it's great news for all TV customers
A major upgrade is coming for Sky TV customers
By Rik Henderson Last updated
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New Freely box arrives and this time it records too – UK TV streaming getting more interesting by the minute
Humax enters the fray with a hybrid Freely / Freeview PVR
By Rik Henderson Published
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PS Plus about to get one of the best games of the PS5 era – and it's even better on PS5 Pro
February's PS Plus Extra and Premium games have leaked, with one in particular being truly amazing
By Rik Henderson Published
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Sky just created its biggest UK TV plan in history – includes HBO Max, Disney+, Netflix and Hayu for £24
Available for new customers – while existing Sky TV users get Disney+, HBO Max and Hayu for free
By Rik Henderson Published
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Amazon Kindle Scribe has a new rival with an unbeatable price tag and premium build quality
The InkPad One from PocketBook has a 10.3-inch e-paper display for a great price
By Rik Henderson Published
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This Strix Halo gaming handheld is the ultimate Steam Deck killer – if you're willing to pay a fair penny
The Ayaneo Next 2 PC gaming handheld has the specs to beat almost all rivals, just don't look at the price
By Rik Henderson Published
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HBO Max is coming to rule UK TV streaming as launch date, prices and lineup revealed – and yes, it is bringing some Friends
Some of the biggest TV shows in recent history will get a new home in the UK from March
By Rik Henderson Published
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The Geekom A5 is a decent mini PC, but an even better retro games console – here's why
I turned this affordable mini PC into a full-fledged retro games console, capable of playing PS3 and Switch games
By Rik Henderson Published
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Disney+ suffers a huge performance drop for AV enthusiasts across Europe – check to see if you're affected
A patent dispute has allegedly resulted in a drop in picture quality – especially for AV purists
By Rik Henderson Published
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Netgem slashes price of Pleio, as free UK TV rival arrives – Freely TV and 100s of streaming channels for less
The Freely box market is getting interesting
By Rik Henderson Published
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One of the best RPGs of the last 12 months is now free on Xbox Game Pass
There has never been a better month to be a Game Pass member
By Rik Henderson Last updated
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Behold, here's the Google Pixel 10a in all its crazy colours – leak reveals all
After Google officially announced its new phone yesterday, a new leak has revealed all the colour options
By Rik Henderson Published
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It's official – the next Xbox will be a very different type of console with more choice for gamers
Epic Games' boss reveals plans for Xbox Next that could change console gaming forever
By Rik Henderson Published
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Manhattan Aero 4K TV Streamer review: Freely has never been so free
Powered by TiVo and subscription-free, this UK TV box could easily replace your paid TV services
By Rik Henderson Published

