Articles by Cat Ellis, Homes Editor

Cat is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in kitchen appliances and smart home technology. She's been a tech journalist for 15 years, and worked on print magazines including PC Plus, Official Windows Magazine, and PC Format before moving online. She's here to help you choose the right devices for your home and do more with them. When not working, she can be found baking, running (to balance out the baking), and learning Welsh.

Articles by: Cat Ellis

SoundLAB Pillow Speaker review

By Cat Ellis last updated 14 March 22

Sleep week 2022 A super cheap under-pillow speaker that's a solid option if your phone has a headphone jack.

This wild e-bike looks like folded paper – and you could be riding it next year

By Cat Ellis last updated 14 March 22

The Yamaha Concept B-01 isn't just built to grab attention at shows, and will soon go into production.

I transformed my sleep with a speaker that costs less than a deli sandwich

By Cat Ellis last updated 14 March 22

Sleep week I used to suffer from restless nights, but this cheap and cheerful under-pillow speaker is a game-changer.

Sound Oasis Sleep Therapy Pillow Speakers review

By Cat Ellis published 14 March 22

Sleep week 2022 A pair of mini speakers to slip inside your pillowcase, but they're better suited to ambient noise than speech or music.

The Apple Watch's sensors need a serious upgrade for 2022

By Cat Ellis published 11 March 22

Our take The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 may be getting a new skin temperature sensor, but Apple is lagging behind.

This new Casio G-Shock watch borrows design cues from Samurai armor

By Cat Ellis published 10 March 22

Colors and textures inspired by traditional Japanese manufacturing techniques.

The most exciting e-bike of 2022 is way cheaper than you’d expect

By Cat Ellis published 10 March 22

The new RadExpand 5 from Rad Power Bikes is tough as nails, folds down in seconds, and half the price of its nearest rival.

Ducati's new e-bike is feather-light, Garmin-equipped, and frankly gorgeous

By Cat Ellis published 8 March 22

The Ducati Futa is the motorcycle company's first road e-bike, and it's a real looker – if your budget will stretch far enough.

These new city e-bikes are incredibly light, and won't break the bank

By Cat Ellis published 8 March 22

The Ampler Juna and Axel could pass for conventional bikes, and are far lighter than most e-bikes in their price bracket.

Casio's latest G-Shock watch is a brash throwback to 1980s nostalgia

By Cat Ellis published 7 March 22

The new DW-5600MCO-1ER is a collaboration with British workwear brand MC Overalls.

Blue Apple Watch showing Malala Yousafzai's Time to Walk episode

Apple reveals a very special Time to Walk guest ahead of tomorrow's big event

By Cat Ellis last updated 7 March 22

Malala Yousafzai shares stories from her life campaigning for girls' education for International Women's Day.

Woman wearing Fitbit Sense with leather scrunchie band

Got a Fitbit? Here are five cool features to try this weekend

By Cat Ellis published 6 March 22

Whether it's a Sense, a Versa, a Charge, or an Inspire, your Fitbit can do a lot more than just count steps.

Yamaha's powerful new off-road e-bike is 'tough as dirt'

By Cat Ellis last updated 4 March 22

Gravel cycling is one of the fastest-growing sports, and throwing an e-bike motor into the mix makes it even more fun.

Nitro PDF Reader review

By Cat Ellis last updated 4 March 22

A powerful and well designed free reader that's packed with tools to make handling PDFs less of a headache.

This new e-bike boasts 100-mile range and built-in Garmin radar

By Cat Ellis last updated 3 March 22

The new Cannondale Mavaro Neo is one of the smartest rides around thanks to Bosch's new e-bike system.

New Casio G-Shock watches put a classy spin on a retro shape with gold and carbon

By Cat Ellis published 2 March 22

The MRGB5000B-1 and MRGB5000D-1 take the classic square shape, and add luxe materials and design flourishes.

Fitbit recalls over a million Ionic smartwatches over burn hazard – what you need to know

By Cat Ellis published 2 March 22

Fitbit has voluntarily recalled Fitbit Ionic watches after reports of burns. Here's what to do next, and how to claim a refund.

Garmin's latest watch is built for the open ocean, city streets, and woodland trails

By Cat Ellis published 2 March 22

The Garmin Descent G1 is a feature-packed dive computer that doubles as a multi-sports watch on dry land.

Garmin is working on a new OLED watch with super long battery life

By Cat Ellis last updated 24 February 22

A newly filed patent shows Garmin is developing a solar display that'll give you the best of both worlds

Your next Fitbit could have real-time stress alerts to save you from burnout

By Cat Ellis published 24 February 22

Your watch could also warn you if your mind starts to wander during a meditation session.

This new e-bike is so powerful, it had to be engineered to stop ripping itself apart

By Cat Ellis published 24 February 22

The Biktrix Juggernaut XD has a dual drive system with a second chain to handle the force of a 2,000W motor.

Casio G-Shock GMA-S110GS watches in silver and green

Ice-inspired Casio G-Shock watches put a cool spin on a favorite design

By Cat Ellis published 23 February 22

The GMA-S110GS and GMA-S120GS feature frosty colors and a translucent metallic finish.

Garmin unveils long-awaited Fenix 7, plus luxury Epix smartwatch

By Cat Ellis last updated 22 February 22

The Epix is a brand new top-tier everyday watch, with an AMOLED display and advanced workout tracking tools.

New Wahoo Kickr Rollr trainer brings the feel of road cycling to your living room

By Cat Ellis last updated 22 February 22

Wahoo has unveiled its latest trainer, alongside the long-awaited Powrlink Zero power meter.

Raleigh’s latest e-bikes offer 100-mile range for surprisingly little cash

By Cat Ellis published 22 February 22

Raleigh has redesigned its best-selling Motus e-bike range, and there's something for everyone.

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