Duncan Bell
Duncan is the former lifestyle editor of T3 and has been writing about tech for almost 15 years. He has covered everything from smartphones to headphones, TV to AC and air fryers to the movies of James Bond and obscure anime. His current brief is everything to do with the home and kitchen, which is good because he is an excellent cook, if he says so himself. He also covers cycling and ebikes – like over-using italics, this is another passion of his. In his long and varied lifestyle-tech career he is one of the few people to have been a fitness editor despite being unfit and a cars editor for not one but two websites, despite being unable to drive. He also has about 400 vacuum cleaners, and is possibly the UK's leading expert on cordless vacuum cleaners, despite being decidedly messy. A cricket fan for over 30 years, he also recently become T3's cricket editor, writing about how to stream obscure T20 tournaments, and turning out some typically no-nonsense opinions on the world's top teams and players.
Before T3, Duncan was a music and film reviewer, worked for a magazine about gambling that employed a surprisingly large number of convicted criminals, and then a magazine called Bizarre that was essentially like a cross between Reddit and DeviantArt, before the invention of the internet. There was also a lengthy period where he essentially wrote all of T3 magazine every month for about 3 years.
A broadcaster, raconteur and public speaker, Duncan used to be on telly loads, but an unfortunate incident put a stop to that, so he now largely contents himself with telling people, "I used to be on the TV, you know."
Latest articles by Duncan Bell
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Best record player 2024 with top turntables for all budgets
The best record players bring you sumptuous vinyl sound in style, no matter whether you're just starting or want a serious hi-fi upgrade
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best projector 2024, including 4K and HDR models for film or sport
When it comes to sport and movie viewing it's time to go large and go home, with the best 4K and 1080p projectors
By Steve May Last updated
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Best chef's knife 2024: for cutting meat, fish and veg
Cutting-edge criticism of the best chef's knives, best cook's knives and santoku from Germany, Japan and beyond
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best beard trimmers in Australia 2024: from trimming to full beard maintenance
Our pick of the best beard trimmers, clippers and shapers to help you maintain a well-tended beard or on-trend perma-stubble
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Dyson V8 Absolute review: a compact cordless vacuum cleaner
Suction like a wired machine, better battery life, and the greatest bin emptying mechanism EVER
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Jura E8 review: perfect coffee, every time from a chic bean to cup machine
Jura E8 is at the forefront of a new generation of home bean to cup coffee machines that make barista-quality drinks with zero fuss
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best streaming DAC 2024: add wireless tech to any speakers
Add new-fangled wireless streaming to your sturdy hi-fi or mini system with these AirPlay, Sonos and Chromecast options
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Philips Series 9000 Laser-Guided Beard Trimmer review: reliable trimming for longer beards
The world's first laser-guided beard trimmer is simply one of the best beard trimmers a man can get
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best razor 2024: the finest wet shave razors for men
Remove stubble and beards the old-fashioned way with the best battery-aided and fully manual razors
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best ice cream maker 2024: the perfect antidote to hot weather
Keep cool this summer with the best ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet and gelati wranglers
By Derek Adams Last updated
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Simba GO review: eco-friendly mattress takes luxe to the max
Simba GO is a latex, foam and sprung hybrid mattress that's incredibly comfortable and decidedly premium
By Duncan Bell Published
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The best horror films on Netflix – in cyberspace nobody can hear you scream
Slashers, demonic infestations, sinister Scandinavians – ‘spooktacular' really is the only word for this streaming content
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best running headphones in Australia 2024: the best workout buds
Sweat-resistant, Bluetooth wireless headphones will drown out your groaning whilst running and working out
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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The best shows cancelled by Netflix so far – there's something to upset everyone
Celebrating what Netflix does best: making great shows and then stopping them just to annoy you
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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If you're a real coffee lover this Classic could be the best espresso machine you'll ever buy
The Gaggia Classic has endured for over 30 years and is like the vinyl of coffee making
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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I'm a coffee expert and this is the best bean to cup machine I've ever tried
Sage and Breville's Barista Express Impress makes your perfect coffee every time with minimal practice
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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The 3 best comedies on Netflix – not including Once Upon A Time In Hollywood
If you want to cheer yourself up in January, Netflix may not be the best place to start but we've found what we can
By Duncan Bell Published
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The best cheap Le Creuset deals for December from Dutch ovens to casseroles
Le Creuset cookware with the the best sale prices, offers and deals we can find
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Banshees of Inisherin and The Menu are the best movies to stream on Disney+ (or any other service) this month
What's on the Disney+ menu for January? Well for a start, there's The Menu… and a lot of bloodshed and brooding
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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The best R-rated adult movies on Disney+ from Predator to Logan
Relentless violence! Deforestation with big guns! Satanism! Cannibalism! Problematic attitudes! Wound detail!
By Duncan Bell Published
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Best bike 2024: how to choose the perfect bike for you
The best bikes for every task, from fixies to road racers to mountain, electric and beyond
By Leon Poultney Last updated
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The best new movies on Netflix for January as The Pale Blue Eye takes on Blue Monday
From the prestige drama of Christian Bale to the not-quite-so prestige dramas of Jason Statham and Mike Myers
By Duncan Bell Last updated
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Best hand blender 2024 with the cream of immersion and stick blenders
The best hand blenders – aka immersion and stick blenders – for soups, sauces, smoothies and more
By Derek Adams Last updated
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Best hair clippers 2024: cut your hair at home
Get a professional trim with the best hair clippers, from professional standard to ridiculously cheap
By Duncan Bell Last updated