James is currently Hardware Editor at Rock Paper Shotgun, but before that was Audio Editor at Tom’s Guide, where he covered headphones, speakers, soundbars and anything else that intentionally makes noise. A PC enthusiast, he also wrote computing and gaming news for TG, usually relating to how hard it is to find graphics card stock.
Latest articles by James Archer

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Editor's ChoiceIf you’ve been wary of bone-conduction headphones, the Shokz OpenRun’s workout-friendly design and better-than-expected sound might just change your mind.

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The JBL Go 3 is an impressive little Bluetooth speaker with full waterproofing, plenty of bass and better-than-expected battery life.

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Want to learn how to clear cache in Chrome? This simple guide will show you how.

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Stay in control of your online privacy by learning how to hide Likes on Facebook posts and Pages.

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Our guide on how to clear Android cache will help you save storage space and could even help you boost your phone’s performance.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Nothing Ear (1)’s transparent design will grab your attention, but it’s the comfy fit, balanced sound, useful features and low price that will hold it.

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Here's how to clean an AirPods case safely, to keep your wireless earbuds vessel shining like new.

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Learn how to save a Word document as a PDF for easy sharing and better printing.

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Read our step-by-step guide on how to convert HEIC files to JPEG and you’ll finally be able to open iPhone camera photos on your Windows PC.

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Here’s how to schedule an email in Gmail, both in your desktop browser and the Gmail app for Android and iOS.

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What’s the difference between SSDs and HDDs? This guide will explain which type of storage drive is best for you.

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Sennheiser announced that Sony 360 Reality Audio is coming to its Ambeo soundbar.

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Organize your music libraries with our guide on how to transfer Spotify playlists to Apple Music, Tidal and other services, on iOS and Android.

By James Archer, Anthony Spadafora Published
This step-by-step guide can help you change your Facebook password even if you can’t remember your current one.

By James Archer Published
Measuring distance with Google Maps is one of the app’s useful but well-hidden features. Here’s how to do it on both desktop and mobile devices.

By Kelly Woo, James Archer Published
Here's how the next-gen AirPods 3 are different from the AirPods 2.

By Caitlin McGarry, James Archer Published
Our AirPods Pro vs. AirPods 2 comparison will help you decide which wireless earbuds are right for you.

By James Archer Published
Editor's ChoiceThe dinky HyperX SoloCast is a more capable mic than it looks, with rich sound and an adjustable stand. For $59, it’s a great deal.

By James Archer, Marc McLaren Published
Here's how to watch the Everton vs Southampton live stream and enjoy the Premier League match from anywhere.

By James Archer, Marc McLaren Published
The Burnley vs Brighton & Hove Albion live stream continues the 2021-22 Premier League season's opening round. Here's how to watch it live, wherever you are.

By James Archer, Marc McLaren Published
The Chelsea vs Crystal Palace live stream sees the Champions' League holders take on a London rival. Here's how to watch it live, from anywhere in the world.

By James Archer Published
Razer has announced a new version of its Hammerhead True Wireless Earbuds, including fully customisable RGB lighting and active noise cancellation for a modest $129.

By James Archer Published
Save time and effort with our guide on how to batch rename multiple files in one go in Windows 10.
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