
Louise Blain
Louise Blain is a journalist and broadcaster specialising in technology, gaming, and entertainment. She has a weekly consumer tech slot on BBC Radio Scotland and is the presenter of BBC Radio 3's monthly Sound of Gaming show. She can also regularly be found on BBC Radio 4, BBC Five Live, and The Evolution of Horror podcast as well as writing for GamesRadar and NME. Louise loves finding ways that tech can make our lives better every day and no, she doesn't have enough smart lighting yet.
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Das Keyboard X50Q vs Razer Blackwidow V3 Pro: which gaming keyboard is best for you?
It's Das vs Razer in the keyboard wars, but which of them will click better for your needs?
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Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750DAB wake up light review
The Lumie Bodyclock Luxe 750DAB is a brilliant wake up light but a mixed bag for the price when it comes to additional functionality
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10 weeks with Peloton Lanebreak got me hooked on indoor bike workouts
The story of how gamified fitness ended up being my gateway drug to the joys of spin
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Friday the 13th: The 5 best horrors to watch on Netflix tonight
Slasher movies to make you sing 'Voorhees a jolly good fellow'... Our top 5 Netflix horrors this Friday 13th
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Ordo Sonic+ Toothbrush review: a superior budget brush option
Ordo’s electric toothbrush offers premium cleaning at a significantly reduced cost
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Oral-B iO7 review: smart cleaning that comes at a price
Oral-B's mid-range toothbrush is impressive but will still be too steep for most
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5 mistakes everyone makes with Google Assistant
What not to do with Google Assistant and what to do instead
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5 mistakes everyone makes with Amazon Alexa
Avoid falling into these most common traps and make the most of your Amazon Alexa device
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How to clean true wireless earbuds
Keep your buds feeling fresh with these top tips
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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds vs Bose Sport Earbuds: the differences explained
To ANC or not to ANC? That is the (silent) question for these Bose earbuds
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QuietOn 3 sleep earbuds review: a silent dream for side sleepers
The active noise-cancelling QuietOn 3 sleep buds are steep in price but an essential investment if you need some peace and quiet
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Bose QuietComfort 45 vs QC 35 II: are the newer Bose headphones worth the extra?
Should you choose Bose's newest active noise-cancelling headphones, or is the cheaper earlier version better value? We explain all the differences
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Homedics Pureté Plus Beauty Routine Expert review: set up your facial skincare plan
Breaking down Homedics cleansing brush and Bluetooth Hydration analyser
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I tried the QuietOn 3 sleep buds and finally found some peace from my noisy neighbours
These Nordic noise-cancellers are expensive but worth the investment for a good night’s sleep
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AirPods 3rd Gen vs AirPods 2nd Gen: are the new earbuds worth the upgrade?
In the battle of AirPods 3 vs AirPods 2, is it worth spending more on the newer model? We explain all the differences
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AirPods 3rd Gen vs AirPods Pro: which Apple wireless earbuds are right for you?
We compare AirPods 3rd Gen vs AirPods Pro to help you tell the difference between Apple's best true wireless earbuds
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LG A1 vs LG C1: the key differences in LG's OLED TVs explained
The LG A1 is the company's cheapest OLED TV ever, while the LG C1 is the future-proofed OLED powerhouse – here are all the differences explained
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LG A1 vs LG B1: which cheap LG OLED TV is best for you?
Which budget LG OLED is best for you in the battle of the LG A1 vs LG B1? We explain all the differences
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Foreo Issa 3 review: incredible battery life and brilliant clean feeling
Is the beauty brand’s dental offering worth it? Spoiler: yes, but for the long answer read T3's Foreo Issa 3 review
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Beats Solo Pro vs Beats Studio3 Wireless: which Beats noise-cancelling headphones are best?
Beats Solo Pro and Beats Studio3 Wireless are the company's big headphones with ANC, so we break down all the key differences
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Beats Studio Buds vs Beats Flex: which Beats buds are best for you?
We explain the differences between Beats Studio Buds and Flex – it's time for the battle of the buds
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Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT review: cheap wireless headphones with HUGE battery life
Can the Audio-Technica ATH-S220BT really deliver 60 hours of battery life and great audio quality? Yes these cans
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Creative Chat USB review: cheap headphones with a mic that are perfect for WFH
A perfect headset for juggling meetings and music
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Foreo Luna 3 review: expensive but essential addition to your cleansing routine
Foreo’s smart silicone cleansing brush is a daily game changer
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