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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Google Pixel 10a official – Android phone "with more in store" goes on pre-order soonLaunch date revealed by Google in the first video teaser
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Xbox Next could "launch in 2027": AMD reveals potential release plans for the next-gen XboxMicrosoft could beat PlayStation to the punch this generation
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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
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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!"
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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
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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
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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
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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
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3 best single-season TV shows to binge-watch in one weekendCompact, clever series that you can get through in one sitting or two
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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
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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
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Leaked PS Plus game for February is one of the most underrated PS5 titles in recent yearsTrusted leaker reveals the first game coming to PS Plus for free next month
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Lego Crocs aren't just stupidly expensiveI love Lego and I love my Crocs... but these?
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3 best Apple TV Originals to binge-watch for freeGrab yourself a free trial of Apple TV and cram these series into the next seven days
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Nintendo's 'smart' Talking Flower is the most ludicrous piece of tat I've ever wanted so badly – and yes, I have already placed my preorderStraight out of Super Mario Bros Wonder, the Talking Flower will annoy you all day with pithy comments
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It's sci-fi month on Xbox Game Pass – with another two huge adventures being added for freeMicrosoft announces a superb line up of new games arriving on Xbox Game Pass over the next two weeks
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'Super console' combines PS5, Xbox Series X and Switch 2 in one – and yes, it really does workThe Ningtendo PXbox 5 is surely the greatest custom console ever made
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"Business as usual": OnePlus tells T3 that your phone is safe – as for future devices...Rumours of the demise of OnePlus are unfounded, although new phone releases are less certain
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Your PS5 Pro is finally getting the upgrade it deserves – and it could be available within weeksThe PS5 Pro is on the brink of becoming the trailblazing console Sony priced it to be
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Forget Bridgerton and The Rip, there's only one Netflix event I'm excited about this month – and yes, it does feature men in tightsNetflix has a major live show on its hands in January – arguably the best of the year
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A new affordable Android contender has arrived – with Snapdragon 8 Elite and premium specs at a bargain basement priceThe RedMagic 11 Air has just been announced in China, and you won't believe how much you get for your money
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Spotify plans to sync your reading across physical, audio and eBooks – pick up where you left off, no matter the formatThe option to carry on a novel across different mediums is reportedly in the works
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This week's Xbox showcase is just as important for PS5 owners – maybe even more so, if you own a PS5 ProThe return of Developer_Direct will feature games coming to PS5 as well as Xbox Series X/S and PC
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I can't wait for the new PS Plus games to arrive – but not because of Resident Evil VillageThe latest additions to the PS Plus game catalogue have been confirmed
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