James has been pecking out words for print since the ’90s. Since then he’s written about everything from trail-running to techno basslines. He specializes in audio, culture and music (and the subcultures that gather around those things). In his spare time, he enjoys adding to his list of Podcast ideas that probably might not happen.
Articles By James Trew
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JackRabbit review: If a scooter and an e-bike had a baby
Sit-down comfort without the pedaling
Rode's first headphones are the creator-focused NTH-100
The all-black set is designed for monitoring and editing your projects.
The best mobile microphones you can buy, plus how to pick one
How to record anything and everything with little more than your mobile.
Eargo 6: Tiny hearing aids that don't scrimp on features
The high-tech hearing aids are closing in on their larger competition.
The secret behind Amazon Echo's alert sounds
Every ding, every chime contains more information than you think.
Garmin's new Fenix 7 smartwatches get a touchscreen and a flashlight
The premium multisport watch has been button-only until now.
Khadas' Tea DAC is a compelling MagSafe accessory
While Android users get high-resolution wireless options.
Keychron's Q2 is a compact take on its popular customizable keyboard
It's a Q1 with no F (keys) given.
Rode's VideoMic Go II changed my opinion on what a shotgun mic can do
It's also compatible with Rode's desktop podcasting software.
512 Audio debuts its first 'studio-inspired' USB mics for creators
And there's a podcast-friendly audio interface coming too.
Eargo's latest smart hearing aid adapts to your environment
There's also a "mask mode" because 2022.
Roland's AeroCaster VRC-01 is a wireless video mixer for streamers
No need for anything but the camera you already have (and an iPad).
Grell Audio's TWS/1 earbuds sound as good as you want them to
The customizable true wireless headphones try to stand out in a busy market.
Analogue Pocket review: Vintage fun with a new age feel
Possibly the best way to relive the golden era of handheld gaming.
Analogue Pocket first look: Handheld gaming as good as it ever was
Modern technology meets '90s nostalgia.
Urtopia e-bike is basically a computer on wheels
They should have called it Light Rider.
The Evercade VS captures the spirit of retro gaming
The cartridge-based retro console has many secrets to unlock.
