James Archer
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
Forget AirPods Pro — these stunning wireless earbuds have double the battery life
By James Archer published
The Master & Dynamic MW08 true wireless earbuds are coming this month, with a luxe metal-and-ceramic design and upgraded active noise cancellation.
This AirPods Pro rival offers noise cancellation — for nearly $200 less
By James Archer published
The AirPods Pro just got a new cut-price rival, as the Edifier TWS NBQ launches with active noise cancellation for nearly $200 less than Apple's earbuds.
Sony speakers with 360 Reality Audio coming to challenge Dolby Atmos
By James Archer published
The Sony SRS-RA3000 and SRS-RA5000 are the first speakers to support 360 Reality Audio and they're coming next week.
How to download FL Studio (Fruity Loops)
By Hakeem Bryan, James Archer published
Work with music? Then you'll want to download FL Studio onto your devices
AMD Radeon RX 6700 specs just leaked — Nvidia RTX 3060 rival revealed
By James Archer published
The AMD Radeon RX 6700 has leaked, revealing the mid-range GPU will use GDDR6 memory and target 1440p gaming.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro tested as a hearing aid — here are the results
By James Archer published
The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and its Ambient Sound mode could be a less effective but much cheaper alternative to hearing aids.
Can’t find Nvidia RTX 3080? Intel could reveal Xe HPG graphics this month
By James Archer published
The Intel Xe HPG, Intel's first gaming graphics card, has been teased in a scavenger hunt that begins on March 26.
This ‘zero-lag’ soundbar could be the perfect PS5 companion
By James Archer published
Along with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio support, Bluesound's Pulse Soundbar Plus can cut down lag in console gaming.
Forget the Nest Hub 2 — we want this Apple HomePod TV
By James Archer published
This Apple smart display concept shows what a combination of the HomePod and Apple TV could look like.
Cleer Crescent review: Stunning 3D soundbar meets smart speaker
By James Archer published
The Cleer Crescent is a pricey but versatile smart speaker-soundbar combo that puts sound quality at the forefront.
Sony’s new 5.1 soundbar can connect wirelessly to Bravia TVs
By James Archer published
Sony has revealed the HT-S40R, a new 5.1 soundbar system with wireless connectivity throughout — including cable-free connections to certain Bravia TVs.
AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT stock disaster — it’s already selling for over $1,000
By James Archer published
In a bad sign for its imminent launch, the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is already in the hands of scalpers charging huge premiums for the GPU.
Sennheiser IE 300 review
By James Archer published
The Sennheiser IE 300’s excellent sound quality will be enough to please audiophiles. But for the same price or less, you could get a full-featured pair of noise-cancelling earbuds.
Microsoft Surface Duo 2 leaked — and it could fix the biggest problem
By James Archer published
The Microsoft Surface Duo 2 is reportedly in development and will focus on fixing the original's performance and stability issues.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 mining limiter has an embarrassingly easy workaround
By James Archer published
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 mining limiter has already been broken — by Nvidia.
Windows 10 update will kill off apps — which ones are going?
By James Archer published
Microsoft will continue to clean up Windows 10 bloatware, judging by a new Insider Preview Build.
OnePlus 9 leak just revealed final design and colors — here's your first look
By James Archer published
The OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro have leaked yet again, showing each phone's color options and a potential plastic frame for the OnePlus 9.
Apple AirPods 3 launch date just leaked — here's when to expect it
By James Archer published
The Apple AirPods 3 could launch later than expected, as noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests production won't begin until the second half of 2021.
Forget AirPods 3: These new earbuds have a killer hi-fi mode
By James Archer published
Cambridge Audio has released the Melomania 1 Plus, its latest true wireless earbuds, with an exciting app-based hi-fi mode.
Sonos Roam could raise the bar for all portable speakers — here’s why
By James Archer published
Why the Sonos Roam's improved design and smart connectivity could make it the best portable speaker ever
Forget AirPods Pro: Huawei’s new earbuds deliver noise cancellation on the cheap
By James Archer published
The Huawei FreeBuds 4i offers active noise cancellation for a fraction of the AirPods Pro's price, though you won't be able to get it in the U.S.
AirPods 3 leaks show earbuds without key AirPods Pro feature
By James Archer published
The latest Apple AirPods 3 leaks appears to show the upcoming earbuds with a new design, though you should take them with the usual pinch of salt.
How does Apex Legends run on Nintendo Switch?
By James Archer published
Here's how Apex Legends runs on the Nintendo Switch, using both docked and handheld modes.
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