Erlingur is the Tech Reviews Editor on Creative Bloq. Having worked on magazines devoted to Photoshop, films, history, and science for over 15 years, as well as working on Digital Camera World and Top Ten Reviews in more recent times, Erlingur has developed a passion for finding tech that helps people do their job, whatever it may be. He loves putting things to the test and seeing if they're all hyped up to be, to make sure people are getting what they're promised. Still can't get his wifi-only printer to connect to his computer.
Latest articles by Erlingur Einarsson

WHSmith's replacement is a cargo cult brand, and it's doomed to fail
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The TGJones brand is a vapid imitation – it's not fooling (or impressing) anyone.

These Edifier headphones might be the prettiest thing I've had on my head in a long time
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Edifier ES850NB hybrid noise-cancelling cans offer great sound quality too.

The Xiaomi 15T Pro is a lot of phone with a great camera
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Flagship quality for a (slightly above) midrange price? Yes please.

Alienware's latest gaming monitor has too many hertz
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Alienware AW2725D is a 27-inch QD-OLED overachiever, but is 280Hz even necessary?

The iconic Secretlab Magnus Evo is sleek, simple and affordable, and I've tested it
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Magnetic cable management, sleek ergonomic design and easy height adjustment make the Secretlab Magnus Evo a great choice for gamers and creatives alike.

The midrange Huawei MatePad 11.5"S is a great art tablet for creative pirates
By Erlingur Einarsson published
This Huawei tablet has a beautiful screen, great flagship drawing app and comes with keyboard included. But you'll need to be... creative to get your fave apps.

These 3 essential tech accessories are on my desk every day – and have over $100 off right now
By Erlingur Einarsson published
I have tested all these devices and can wholly recommend each one.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 is a fantastic MacBook alt, and it's finally under a grand
By Erlingur Einarsson published
This is one of those rare times where the 'Prime Big Deal' tag is deserved.

I tested the latest flagship gaming laptop from Alienware, and it could be the brand's greatest yet
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Alienware 16 Area-51 is a gaming powerhouse that ticks just about every creative box too.

Tested: the latest Infinix gaming phone chases down more expensive rivals
By Erlingur Einarsson published
A tantalising blend of gaming performance, camera nous and great price, the Infinix GT 30 Pro punches well above its weight.

I tested the OneOdio Focus A6 headphones, and they're a bit of a bargain
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The ANC in particular is fantastic for sub-$70 headphones

I've spent a month with this outrageous Overclockers gaming laptop and now I need to lie down
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Thankfully, the Overclockers Pinnacle is as immensely powerful as it is incredibly heavy.

The iPhone 17 design shows Apple has finally woken up
By Erlingur Einarsson published
After a million identical iPhone generations, the iPhone 17 marks a refreshing change.

I never thought the wildest-looking, most rave-ready gadget on my desk would be... the power strip?
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Genki Moonbase has transformed my expectations for charging stations forever.

This excellent Satechi travel charger looks gorgeous (unlike most chargers), and it's got a nice Labor Day discount too, just to taunt me
By Erlingur Einarsson published
I'd have recommended the Satechi 67W Slim Wall Charger at its sticker price, so now it's 25% off, this is a no-brainer.

I've been using this Geekom mini-PC for three weeks, and it might just be the Mac mini rival Windows users have been looking for
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Incredibly compact, the Geekom IT15 offers great CPU performance for under a grand. If only the GPU was stronger...

Samsung's finest smartwatch yet has converted me in just 3 weeks
By Erlingur Einarsson published
I've never wanted to wear a smartwatch full-time until the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic came along.

I tested the Dynabook Tecra A60-M, and it needs more power
By Erlingur Einarsson published
If all you need is battery life and reliability, however this laptop may be what you're looking for...

This brilliant curved monitor I've been testing is great for gamers and creatives, and it's... designed by Porsche?
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The high-performance AOC AGON PD34 has just enough sports-car design flair to make the premium price tag worth it...

I like my power banks like I like my garden: covered in bees
By Erlingur Einarsson published
This Cath Kidston-branded power bank is actually gorgeous, darling (and you can get it for under £20 right now)

Listen up you lucky punks, the finest-looking and crispest-sounding PC speakers you will ever find have $100 / £66 off
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Edifier QR65 gaming speakers look great, sound great, and now you can get them much cheaper than I did, the silly fool I am.

If you have exactly £6,493.97 to spend and need 7 different laptops, boy is this the Prime Day post for you
By Erlingur Einarsson published
I've looked for all the best Apple, ASUS, HP, Dell and Lenovo Prime Day laptop deals so you don't have to.

Pinch me, Bezos! There's a record-low Prime Day deal on the prettiest power banks around
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Cuktech 15 and 20 power banks are super-capable and prettier than your average bricks too. And now cheaper than ever as well? Hoo boy.
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