Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for more than two years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, as well as the latest and greatest in fight sticks and VR, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.

Articles by: Rhys Wood

I always thought the DualSense Edge was too expensive to recommend, and now Sony has permanently dropped its price in the UK

By Rhys Wood published 8 January 25

Sony quietly announces a DualSense Edge price drop in the UK alongside its new Midnight Black collection.

Xbox Rewards update overhauls Game Pass Quests and brings them to PC for the first time - but there's a slight catch

By Rhys Wood published 7 January 25

Xbox Rewards gets a big update with an overhaul to Game Pass Quests.

Hyperkin's The Competitor Xbox controller announced at CES 2025 with a DualSense-like layout and Hall effect sticks

By Rhys Wood published 6 January 25

Ever wanted a DualSense for Xbox? You might want to keep an eye on Hyperkin's The Competitor controller.

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Best handheld games consoles in 2025: the top systems we've tried

By Dashiell Wood last updated 3 January 25

Buying Guide If you're in the market for a handheld games console, these are our top recommendations.

Best gaming console in 2025: every major system tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 3 January 25

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

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Best PS5 external hard drives in 2025: top picks to easily expand your PlayStation's storage

By Dashiell Wood last updated 3 January 25

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

Best PS5 controllers in 2025: the very best from Sony, Nacon, Scuf and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 January 25

Buying guide We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.

The best SD cards for Switch in 2025: the perfect way to expand your Nintendo game collection

By Dashiell Wood last updated 3 January 25

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

Best Xbox Series X hard drives and SSDs in 2025: upgrade your storage for less

By Dashiell Wood last updated 3 January 25

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

The best Xbox controllers in 2025: top gamepads from Razer, Turtle Beach, GameSir and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 January 25

Buying Guide All the best Xbox controllers available right now, from official gamepads to third-party powerhouses.

Best PC controllers in 2025: top gamepads from GameSir, Thrustmaster and more

By Rhys Wood last updated 3 January 25

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

PlayStation Classics port studio Implicit Conversions appears to be researching PS3 emulation

By Rhys Wood published 3 January 25

PlayStation Classics port studio Implicit Conversions appears to be researching PS3 emulation according to its roadmap.

The best SSD for PS5 in 2025: top storage expansion options tested and ranked

By Dashiell Wood last updated 2 January 25

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

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Best green screen in 2025

By Dashiell Wood last updated 2 January 25

Buying Guide If you're a streamer, the best green screen could enhance your streaming setup. Here are our top picks right now.

Best Nintendo Switch accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 2 January 25

Buying Guide Make the most of your Nintendo Switch with the best accessories available right now.

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The year's first batch of free PS Plus games includes one of the best modern racers, a must-play indie, and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

By Rhys Wood published 2 January 25

PS Plus's monthly games for January will be available soon, featuring an excellent racing game and a must-play indie hit.

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Expect more improvements to the PlayStation Portal experience as Sony plans "incremental steps" to make game streaming better

By Rhys Wood published 2 January 25

Sony executive promises "incremental steps" to improve PlayStation Portal's game streaming experience.

From Nintendo Switch 2 to new games and accessories: here's what to expect from Nintendo in 2025

By Rhys Wood published 31 December 24

We know Nintendo Switch 2 is coming, but what about everything else from Nintendo in 2025?

A photoblend of the Razer Kishi Ultra, Razer Wolverine V3 Pro, and SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds

TechRadar Gaming's favorite gaming hardware products of 2024: our personal picks from all the year's gear

By Rhys Wood published 30 December 24

Read all about our picks for the best hardware products in gaming throughout the year of 2024.

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How to connect a PS5 controller via Bluetooth

By Rhys Wood published 27 December 24

Want to learn how to connect a PS5 controller via Bluetooth? We've got the full step-by-step guide for you right here.

Best Nintendo Switch headsets in 2025

By Rob Dwiar last updated 23 December 24

Buying guide Here are the best Nintendo Switch headsets you can pick up right now to suit all budgets and preferences.

The best Xbox One headsets

By Rhys Wood last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One headsets currently available.

Best PS4 headsets in 2025: unparalleled audio from SteelSeries, HyperX and more

By Kara Phillips last updated 23 December 24

We've put together a list of all the best PS4 headsets to make your buying decision much easier.

Best PS4 cooling stations in 2025: the top cooling stands, fans, and stations

By Ural Garrett last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide These PS4 cooling stations should keep your console at optimal temperature when playing games.

Best PS5 accessories in 2025: fill out your setup with some top extras

By Rob Dwiar last updated 23 December 24

We've hand-picked all the best PS5 accessories available now so you can take your experience one step further.

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