Mike Lowe
Mike is T3's Tech Editor. He's been writing about consumer technology for 15 years and his beat covers phones – of which he's seen hundreds of handsets over the years – tablets, laptops, gaming, home cinema, TVs, speakers, and more. There's little consumer tech he's not had a hand in, and with extensive commissioning and editing experience, he knows the industry inside out. As the former Reviews Editor at Pocket-lint for 10 years where he furthered his knowledge and expertise, whilst writing about thousands of products, he's also provided work for publications such as Wired, The Guardian, Metro, and more. In addition to his tech knowledge, Mike is also a flights and travel expert, having travelled the globe extensively. You'll likely find him setting up a new mobile phone, critiquing the next MacBook, all while planning his next getaway... or cycling somewhere.
Latest articles by Mike Lowe
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When is Black Friday 2024 – this Friday or next? Here's the official answer
Black Friday is on 29 November in 2024 – a week later than the year previous. But that's not stopped retailers putting on their sales...
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HBO's best new show ends with rarely accomplished Rotten Tomatoes feat
All of The Penguin's eight episodes are rated 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
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The best soundbars for LG TVs 2025: boost your LG TV's sound
LG TVs can benefit from particular soundbar pairings. Here are the best – as reviewed, rated and ranked
By Mike Lowe Last updated
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The best Android phones 2025: the top Android handsets you can buy
The best Android phones to consider, from flagship to affordable options
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Best soundbar 2025: improve your TV's sound with these top soundbar options
Beef up your TV speakers with these soundbar and surround systems
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Christmas comes early on Netflix, with new no.1 movie taking charts by storm
Meet Me Next Christmas hits Netflix's no.1 spot unseasonably early
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Best TV 2025: the ultimate TVs money can buy
Nothing but the very best TVs available right now, from Samsung, LG, Sony and more top brands
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Sonos Sub 4 review: the boss of bass
Sonos' fourth-gen subwoofer brings a new internal design and external finish – it's not a big upgrade, but it is the boss of bass for Sonos
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I tried Bowers & Wilkins' new Pro wireless speaker – is it a big upgrade?
The 2024 Zeppelin Pro is a subtle upgrade of the 2021 model, but remains an astonishing wireless speaker nonetheless – and I want one in the Solar Gold finish
By Mike Lowe Published
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Sonos Arc Ultra review: the ultimate Sonos soundbar?
The ultimate Sonos soundbar delivers exceptional sound – but connectivity still isn't where it should be and the competition is strong at this price point
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HBO's best new show ends this week – I can't believe season 2 isn't confirmed
The Penguin's first season finale airs Sunday 10 November – and everyone's on tenterhooks as to whether there'll be a second season
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Netflix's new no.1 is like a kitsch Halloween – its Rotten Tomatoes score is no shock, horror
Time Cut is a schlocky slasher movie that's rocketed to the top of Netflix's chart
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Panasonic Z95A review: an impeccable TV for cinema fanatics
Panasonic's flagship marks an important return to the US market – and it's certainly back with an audio-visual bang
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Hidden sci-fi horror gem is the perfect boxset binge – season 3 is rated 100%
From season 3 is streaming on MGM+ right now – but you can catch seasons 1 and 2 on NOW in the UK
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Netflix's new no.1 thriller features Fargo actress in a whole new light
Don't Move, from producer Sam Raimi, looks like a suspenseful horror-thriller – Netflix's perfect prelude to Halloween week
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HBO's best new show is a masterclass, with all episodes rated 100%
The Penguin isn't only for Batman fans, it's the perfect crime drama show – available now on Max in the US and Sky/Now in the UK
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I tried the OnePlus Open Apex Edition and now I'm torn over my favourite foldable phone
I love OnePlus' folding phone – and the Apex Edition is even better than the original Open
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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE review: a fine addition?
The Fan Edition is back in fine form, but is it worth buying given the range of other Galaxy S24 models?
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Android phones in 2025 suddenly sound more appealing thanks to elite upgrade
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite looks set to push the boundaries of what's possible for Android flagship phones in 2025
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I tried Marantz's new £5K speaker – it'll blow people's minds and bank accounts
The Marantz Horizon range is a big deal from the high-end audio brand – with a big asking price
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Samsung beaten to the punch by surprise competitor ahead of rumoured S25 launch
Xiaomi's 15 series officially launches this month with Qualcomm's latest hardware – before Samsung's Galaxy S25 series is even a reality
By Mike Lowe Published
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Forget the Switch 2, my favourite Nintendo console is to return as a 4K powerhouse
"A reimagining of the N64" goes on pre-order today – yours for $249
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Netflix's new sci-fi with Stranger Things star has something for all the family
The Electric State, starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, is coming to Netflix in March 2025
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Forget the iPad Mini, where's my iPad Ultra already?
Samsung loves a mega-tablet, whereas Apple doesn't seem so keen...
By Mike Lowe Published