Dashiell Wood

Dashiell Wood

Hardware Writer

Dash is a technology journalist who covers gaming hardware at TechRadar. Before joining the TechRadar team, he was writing gaming articles for some of the UK's biggest magazines including PLAY, Edge, PC Gamer, and SFX. Now, when he's not getting his greasy little mitts on the newest hardware or gaming gadget, he can be found listening to J-pop or feverishly devouring the latest Nintendo Switch otome.

Articles by: Dashiell Wood

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs in 2024: upgrade your storage for less

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying guide Our guide to the best Xbox Series X hard drives will help you increase your console’s storage for less.

The Seagate Game Drive for PS5 on a blue background.

Best PS5 external hard drives in 2024: top picks to easily expand your PlayStation's storage

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Here's our breakdown of the best PS5 external hard drives, from budget picks to flagship models.

No Man's Sky at 8K on the PS5 Pro.

New No Man’s Sky PS5 Pro details reveal 8K support

By Dashiell Wood published

Developer Hello Games has revealed some new details about the PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements available for No Man’s Sky.

Best gaming console

Best gaming console in 2024: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best gaming console in 2024, including options for portable play, retro gamers, and those on a budget.

The PS5 disc drive and vertical stand on a blue background

Where to buy the PS5 disc drive: stock updates on the must-have PS5 Pro accessory

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We're giving you the best information and places to buy the PS5 disc drive and vertical stand.

PS5 Pro

Where to buy a PS5 Pro: pre-orders are over, and stock is readily available

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Here's where to buy a PS5 Pro with a range of retailer links and information to help you.

The key art for Zenless Zone Zero update 1.3.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.3 adds two new playable agents, new story content, and special events

By Dashiell Wood published

Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.3 is out now, with loads of new content.

Grand Theft Auto 6

Rockstar is still on track to release GTA 6 next year

By Dashiell Wood published

Rockstar has confirmed that GTA 6 will still be ready for fall next year.

The best microphones for streaming guide

Best microphones for streaming in 2024: top picks for gaming content creators

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Our picks for all the best microphones for streaming, from budget offerings to high-end audio setups.

Best PC controllers

Best PC controllers in 2024

By Rhys Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best PC controllers that are available to buy now.

PS5 SSD Buying Guide

The best SSD for PS5 in 2024: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide Our guide to the best PS5 SSDs, from top performers to more affordable alternatives.

Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo finally confirms that the Switch 2 will be backwards compatible

By Dashiell Wood published

Nintendo has revealed that the Switch 2 will indeed be backwards compatible.

Best SD cards for Nintendo Switch

The best SD cards for Switch in 2024: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Buying Guide This is our comprehensive guide to all of the best Nintendo Switch SD cards available to buy right now.

Close up of Nintendo Switch controller buttons

Nintendo Switch 2: everything we know about a potential Switch successor

By Dashiell Wood last updated

Updated Nintendo has revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2, or a successor to the Nintendo Switch, will be announced before the end of next year.

Call of Duty: Mobile Season 10 key art.

The Call of Duty: Mobile five year anniversary kicks off with Season 10 launch and new battle royale map

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Mobile celebrates its five year anniversary with new season and battle royale map.

A player dives to the side, through a window, while firing a weapon

Great news, the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 double XP weekend has been extended

By Dashiell Wood published

The Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 double XP weekend has been extended due to “an issue” with progression.

Spider-Man fights a goon

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PS5 Pro is the 'quintessential version' of the game

By Dashiell Wood published

A new trailer shows off Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PS5 Pro.

The JBL Quantum Stream Wireless mic attached to clothing.

JBL Quantum Stream Wireless review: simple and portable

By Dashiell Wood published

Recommended

The JBL Quantum Stream Wireless is exactly what you would want from a portable microphone. It’s small, has a solid battery life, and simply plugs into your phone.

Best gaming earbuds

Best gaming earbuds in 2024

By Rob Dwiar last updated

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming experience.

PS5 Disc Edition

Sony CEO says the company started working on the PS5 Pro well before the PS5 launch, "it was another five-year project for us"

By Dashiell Wood published

The PS5 Pro has been in the works since before the PS5 launch, confirms CEO.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 key art.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 review: back with a bang

By Dashiell Wood published

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is a fantastic first-person shooter game and one of the best installments in the popular franchise yet.

The white Secretlab TITAN Evo NanoGen Edition in a clean desk set up.

Secretlab announces the Titan Evo NanoGen Edition featuring all-new softer materials

By Dashiell Wood published

Secretlab has announced a new edition of its Secretlab Titan Evo chair.

Best Xbox Series X monitors

The best monitors for Xbox Series X in 2024

By Rob Dwiar last updated

Buying Guide This is our roundup of the best monitors for Xbox Series X that are available to buy now.

Key art for the Nintendo Music app.

The new Nintendo Music app could be perfect for your study playlist

By Dashiell Wood published

Nintendo has released a new music app with loads of game soundtracks.

The new Call of Duty glasses from Gunnar Optiks.

Gamer glasses? It's more likely than you'd think with these new Call of Duty frames

By Dashiell Wood published

These new Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 glasses could be perfect for long gaming sessions.

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