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.
-
HBO Max is coming to rule UK TV streaming as launch date, prices and lineup revealed – and yes, it is bringing some FriendsSome of the biggest TV shows in recent history will get a new home in the UK from March
By Rik Henderson Published
-
The Geekom A5 is a decent mini PC, but an even better retro games console – here's whyI turned this affordable mini PC into a full-fledged retro games console, capable of playing PS3 and Switch games
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Disney+ suffers a huge performance drop for AV enthusiasts across Europe – check to see if you're affectedA patent dispute has allegedly resulted in a drop in picture quality – especially for AV purists
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Netgem slashes price of Pleio, as free UK TV rival arrives – Freely TV and 100s of streaming channels for lessThe Freely box market is getting interesting
By Rik Henderson Published
-
One of the best RPGs of the last 12 months is now free on Xbox Game PassThere has never been a better month to be a Game Pass member
By Rik Henderson Last updated
-
Behold, here's the Google Pixel 10a in all its crazy colours – leak reveals allAfter Google officially announced its new phone yesterday, a new leak has revealed all the colour options
By Rik Henderson Published
-
It's official – the next Xbox will be a very different type of console with more choice for gamersEpic Games' boss reveals plans for Xbox Next that could change console gaming forever
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Manhattan Aero 4K TV Streamer review: Freely has never been so freePowered by TiVo and subscription-free, this UK TV box could easily replace your paid TV services
By Rik Henderson Published
5 Comments -
Spotify confirms innovative new features to get everyone reading again – including its own physical book storeThe music streaming service now covers audiobooks and physical copies, with tech to help you seamlessly switch between
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Google Pixel 10a official – Android phone "with more in store" goes on pre-order soonLaunch date revealed by Google in the first video teaser
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Xbox Next could "launch in 2027": AMD reveals potential release plans for the next-gen XboxMicrosoft could beat PlayStation to the punch this generation
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Virgin Media TV customers get three new 24/7 movie channels for free – including one packed with sci-fiVirgin Media adds a trio of Rakuten TV channels to Virgin TV 360 and Stream boxes
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Netflix's new FIFA game will be "easy to pick up, yet still have depth" – and has a big link to Konami's PESThe return of FIFA has help from an old footy game rival
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Sky TV customers getting a major new (old) UK channel that brings back great memories and entertainmentThe return of an much-loved Sky favourite has been confirmed
By Rik Henderson Published
-
New Nvidia Shield TV could be on the cards – but your old Android box is getting more update love in the meantime"If we find something we're super excited about, we'll probably make a go of it!"
By Rik Henderson Published
2 Comments -
Sony could ditch the buttons on a future DualSense controller – PlayStation patent reveals allPS6 could end up with one of the strangest game controllers in console history
By Rik Henderson Published
-
BT and EE customers take note – Netflix is shutting down on some of your devicesThe Netflix app will no longer work on certain BT TV devices from March
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked announced – well, sortaThe official invite for Samsung's Galaxy S26 launch has leaked online, revealing the date to put in your diary
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Apple plans to "use the market chaos to its advantage" and keep iPhone 18 affordable, claims expertRAM prices will see your favourite tech get more expensive – but Apple will reportedly absorb the costs itself
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Remember when Sony said PS Plus was ditching free PS4 games – well, that didn't happen and it's fine with usThree of February's four PS Plus games are on PlayStation 4
By Rik Henderson Published
-
This free UK TV streamer ticks all the boxes – Freely, TiVo and zero subscription feesThe Manhattan Aero gives you all the main UK channels for free, plus a whole lot more
By Rik Henderson Last updated
2 Comments -
3 best single-season TV shows to binge-watch in one weekendCompact, clever series that you can get through in one sitting or two
By Brian Comber Published
-
PS6 delay could put the next Xbox console back in the gameThe next-gen of gaming could be a lot more interesting than the last, if the latest rumours are true
By Rik Henderson Published
2 Comments -
Sonos just stealth launched a new multi-room streaming productDesigned for custom installs and big home builds, the Sonos Amp Multi could control your whole home audio
By Rik Henderson Published

