Derek Adams
Derek (aka Delbert, Delvis, Delphinium, Delboy etc) specialises in home and outdoor wares, from coffee machines, white appliances and vacs to drones, garden gear and BBQs. He has been writing for more years than anyone can remember, starting at the legendary Time Out magazine – the original, London version – on a typewriter! He now writes for T3 between playing drums with his bandmates in Red Box (redboxmusic).
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6 things I wish I'd known before I bought an induction hob
The cooking surface of the future is brilliantly easy to use, so long as you avoid these rookie errors
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iRobot Roomba Combo J7+ review: a top two-in-one robot vac with retractable mop head
iRobot’s latest version of the current Roomba J7+ robot vac takes rear-mounted mopping to a higher level
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Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra review: the best hybrid robot vac-mop in the world, and this time I really mean it
The best all-round hybrid robot vac for loafers
By Derek Adams Published
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Philips L’OR Barista Sublime review: a coffee machine with HUGE pods (as well as Nespresso ones)
L’OR Barista Sublime is a Nespresso-compatible machine that can also use larger bespoke pods for a bigger hit
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UK drone regulations 2023: what do I need to do before I can fly?
Everything you need to know about the UK drone regulations, including what IDs you need to fly, whether you need to take a theory test, and the different drone categories
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I'm an iRobot expert and this new Roomba Combo j7+ robot vac and mop could be a game changer
When it's time to hug the rug, it flips its mop up top
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Napoleon TravelQ Pro285 Phantom review: a top premium gas barbecue for both home and away
The perfect two-burner family BBQ cart for patios, balconies and camping trips
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Traeger Ironwood 650 vs Char-Broil The Big Easy: which smoker is right for you?
Welcome to our mighty smoke-off between the Traeger Ironwood 650 and Char-Broil's small gas-powered upstart, The Big Easy
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Weber Smokefire EX4 vs Traeger Ironwood 650: two great pellet smokers compared
Barbecue behemoth Weber goes head-to-head against pellet king Traeger, but which one wins the griller war?
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Weber Smokefire EX4 vs Pit Boss Classic: which pellet smoker is best?
Can Pit Boss's low-priced patio wagon smoke the pants off Weber's classy newcomer?
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Hyundai HYM480SPER review: a top self-propelled petrol lawn mower
A fully-featured petrol mower with electric start, self propulsion and a rear roller
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Gardena Premium Pulse Sprinkler vs Hozelock Pulsating Sprinkler: which blasts water best?
Looking for a decent sprinkler for your ample sward? How about one of these then?
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Spear & Jackson BWF22 Oscillating Sprinkler vs Kärcher Premium Oscillating Sprinkler OS 5.320SV: which large lawn garden sprinkler is best?
Two premium lawn sprinklers of the oscillating variety go head to head in a mighty lawn skirmish
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Cobra MX3440 vs Einhell GE-CM 18/33 Li: two top cordless mowers head to head
Which one of these two cracking cordless lawn mowers is the best snipper for you?
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Kärcher LMO 18-33 vs Flymo EasiStore 300R Li: two top cordless cutting contenders head-to-head
Kärcher's smaller cordless mower takes on the new Flymo, but which one reigns supreme?
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DJI Avata vs DJI Mavic 3 drones: the key differences
The DJI Avata and DJI Mavic 3 are two superb drones and produce ace video content but which one is for you?
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Landmann Fryton review: the world's first gas barbecue with a built-in air fryer
The Landmann Fryton is a rare do-it-all BBQ that grills, fries and boils
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DJI Avata review: a brilliant new ready-to-fly FPV drone for budding aerialists
The new DJI Avata takes aerial drone cinematography to a whole new sphere – here's our review
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I tried the ultra-luxe Miele B 4826 FashionMaster iron and I have a few issues, let’s say
The new Miele B 4826 FashionMaster promises pro-level ironing but only for those with deep – and very flat – pockets
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I’ve just flown the new DJI Avata and now I know what it feels like to be a bird
DJI’s new Avata FPV drone opens a new window to the world of sky-high aerial cinematography
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How to stay cool in summer heat waves: tech and tips to fend off horror heat
Chill the hell out with our carefully curated list of high-tech cooling gear and top tips for successful chilling
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What is the best pod coffee system? Capsule systems compared plus the best machines for each
Nespresso! Vertuo! Lavazza! Iperespresso! ESE! Tassimo! Other pod coffee systems!
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Gtech AirRAM Platinum review: probably the best upright cordless vac ever
The new Gtech AirRam Platinum is not only shiny; it makes light work of vacuuming duties
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Tineco Carpet One Pro review: the world’s best carpet cleaner for home use
Tineco might not be a brand you know, but the Carpet One Pro blows the carpet cleaner competition away
By Derek Adams Published