Articles by Rowan Davies, Editorial Associate

Rowan is an Editorial Associate and Apprentice Writer for TechRadar. A recent addition to the news team, he is involved in generating stories for topics that spread across TechRadar's categories. His interests in audio tech and knowledge in entertainment culture help bring the latest updates in tech news to our readers.

He has been writing for publications since he started his studies at age 18. Rowan graduated from Cardiff University in 2023 after attaining a Master's in Creative Writing, and earlier a Bachelor's in Media, Journalism, and Culture. He began his journey as a writer at Cardiff University's Quench Magazine contributing to film/ TV, music, and culture sections, later becoming Music Section Editor.

In his free time, Rowan is a freelance writer for Cardiff-based culture magazine Buzz where he reviews music, film, and conducts interviews with featured guests. When he is not writing, you can find him at any given music gig, or endlessly scrolling TikTok immersing in celebrity news and drama.

Articles by: Rowan Davies

Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Cooper Koch, Chloe Sevigny and Javier Bardem pose as the Menendez family for the second season of Netflix's Monster anthology series

Netflix’s #3 most-watched TV show ever is returning soon with a new spine-chilling installment in the Monster anthology series

By Rowan Davies published 3 September 24

Two years after Netflix dropped Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, a second season is finally on the way with another famous true crime case at the plot's center.

Sydney Sweeney as Cassie in HBO's Euphoria season two

Euphoria season 3: everything we know about the popular Max show’s return

By Tom Power last updated 3 September 24

Updated Here’s what we know about Euphoria season 3, which will go to into production in early 2025 – three years after it was renewed.

Julia Garner opens a door in Apartment 7A

Paramount Plus’ Apartment 7A trailer reveals the prequel story to 1960s horror hit Rosemary’s Baby

By Rowan Davies published 2 September 24

Paramount Plus has released the trailer for a new horror movie called Apartment 7A that looks to be a prequel to Rosemary's Baby.

Gary Oldman sitting slouched in a chair in Slow Horses season 4

4 new movies and shows on Apple TV Plus that I can't wait to watch in September 2024

By Rowan Davies published 2 September 24

Apple TV Plus is bringing these four new movies and shows to the platform in September 2024, showing why it's still one of the best streaming services.

A man holds a geometric mask up to his face

Netflix reveals new Squid Game season 2 trailer – and we've got one big theory about what it's teasing

By Rowan Davies published 12 August 24

Mark your calendars for December 26, Squid Game season two is set for a Christmas release on Netflix.

A group of some of Stranger Things' main cast stare at something off screen in season 4 volume 1

Netflix faces Stranger Things leak threats as hackers on X claim to have first three episodes of the show’s final season

By Rowan Davies published 12 August 24

Things are looking a little upside down for Netflix as it faces threats from online leakers – and Stranger Things season five is the next target.

Black and white image of Taylor Swift recording Folklore at the Long Pond studios

These are 5 of my favorite music movies on Netflix, Disney Plus and Max with over 98% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 11 August 24

Music movies can be an under-looked category on streaming services, but these five with over 98% on Rotten Tomatoes show pop music at its very best.

Back to school? These deals on smartwatches for kids will keep them active for less

By Rowan Davies published 9 August 24

From Garmin to Fitbit, these are the deals on smartwatches for kids we have our eyes on at the moment.

Characters Terry Richmond and Sandy Burrne stand face to face in Netflix's Rebel Ridge

First trailer for Netflix's Rebel Ridge movie looks like a modern retelling of iconic 80s action film Rambo, and I'm all in

By Rowan Davies published 8 August 24

Netflix has dropped the trailer for its upcoming crime thriller Rebel Ridge, packing two minutes of intense but emotionally evoking action sequences.

Cast members of Netflix's Rez Ball sit on the side lines of a basketball court observing a game

New Netflix trailer teases an underdog sports drama from Lebron James and Reservation Dogs alum – and I can already tell it’s going to be a tearjerker

By Rowan Davies published 7 August 24

Netflix has dropped a new trailer for its upcoming basketball sports drama produced by Lebron James and Reservation Dogs alumni.

Secure your home for less: save £50 off a Philips Hue camera bundle and get two contact sensors thrown in free

By Rowan Davies published 6 August 24

Philips Hue is giving you the chance to get your hands on two free contact sensors as well as £50 off its security camera bundles.

Looks like Google's Gemini AI is coming to earbuds soon, and will get a Spotify extension to match

By Rowan Davies published 6 August 24

AI will be one of the focal points of next week's Made by Google event, and there's a chance Google's Gemini assistant will play a big part in the next line of Pixel Buds.

Ring doorbell and Echo Pop bundle deal at Argos

Get an Echo Pop speaker for just £5 when you buy a new Ring Video Doorbell with this bundle deal from Argos

By Rowan Davies published 5 August 24

Missed out on smart home Prime Day bundles? Argos has you covered where you can pick up an Echo Pop speaker for £5 when you buy a Ring Video Doorbell.

Viktor, Five, and Diego inspect their rundown home in The Umbrella Academy season 4

5 new shows are coming to Netflix in August 2024 – and one has 91% on Rotten Tomatoes that I can’t wait to return to

By Rowan Davies published 5 August 24

Netflix has new and returning TV shows joining the platform in August 2024, and there's one with 91% on Rotten Tomatoes that's convincing me to give it another chance.

'Smart tech does more than just convenience' - how Ultion and Nuki’s smart lock collaboration brings security to the fore

By Rowan Davies last updated 5 August 24

How secure are smart locks? Martin Pansy and Nick Dutton join us for a conversation about the Ultion Nuki partnership and what consumers should look for when buying a smart lock.

3 new 90s crime movies coming to Prime Video in August with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 31 July 24

Prime Video is getting ready to welcome its August 2024 titles, which includes these three 90s classics with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Michelle Yeoh stares to the side of the camera while standing in a laundry shop

5 movies leaving Netflix in August with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 30 July 24

Netflix is about to remove more movies and shows in August 2024, including these five titles with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.

A boy and girl stand together looking down at an arcade game

3 new movies coming to Netflix in August with 91% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rowan Davies published 30 July 24

Of all the new Netflix arrivals in August 2024, these three movies with over 91% on Rotten Tomatoes are the perfect way to kick-start another month.

A woman wearing headphones opening the Spotify mobile app

My top 5 tips to make more of your Spotify playlists – and trust me, I'm a playlist obsessive

By Rowan Davies published 28 July 24

Playlist creation can be quite an arduous task for some, but I love it – and here are 5 tips that helped me crack the code.

Chromecast with Google TV dongle next to remote

Leaked new Google TV Streamer box looks less Fire TV Stick, more Apple TV 4K

By Rowan Davies published 23 July 24

Four years since Google released its Chromecast streaming device, the company is gearing up to announce a sequel device and these leaked images have us on the edge of our seats.

Sorry, Netflix won't take part in your cash-saving Disney Plus, Hulu and Max streaming bundle

By Rowan Davies published 22 July 24

In the midst of the Disney and Warner Bros. bundle rollout, Netflix has stated that it will still be a while before it considers offering similar deals for customers.

The Amazon Echo Spot smart alarm clock's special introductory Prime Day discount is nearly over

By Rowan Davies last updated 17 July 24

Amazon's Echo Spot is back with a fresh revamp, and it's already received a discount with Prime Day 2024 on the horizon.

You can save up to a third on Nanoleaf's extensive range of popular stick-up smart lights

By Rowan Davies published 17 July 24

The Nanoleaf deals are thriving on the last day of Amazon Prime Day 2024, but come tomorrow (July 18) they'll be back to their original prices.

Amazon Prime Day smart home bundle deals

Save up to a huge 66% on these Ring, Echo and Blink bundles

By Rowan Davies published 16 July 24

With Amazon Prime Day 2024 landing today, these smart home bundles are perfect for getting you started with your first smart home setup.

Amazon Prime Day 2024 coffee machine deals

Tired of spending on Starbucks? Save up to 61% on some of the best coffee makers this Prime Day

By Rowan Davies published 15 July 24

Coffee machines are hitting it off in Amazon's Prime Day 2024 sale, and the event hasn't even begun yet. Here are 7 deals to check out.

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