Erlingur Einarsson
Erlingur is the Tech Reviews Editor on Creative Bloq. Having worked on magazines devoted to Photoshop, films, history, and science for over 15 years, as well as working on Digital Camera World and Top Ten Reviews in more recent times, Erlingur has developed a passion for finding tech that helps people do their job, whatever it may be. He loves putting things to the test and seeing if they're all hyped up to be, to make sure people are getting what they're promised. Still can't get his wifi-only printer to connect to his computer.
Latest articles by Erlingur Einarsson

The best MacBook deals around this Prime Day: LIVE updates
By Georgia Coggan last updated
If there's a deal to be had, we'll find it.

I review tech for a living, and this earbud Prime Day deal is my top recommendation
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Technics AZ60s are pure class, and my favourite headphones of the year.

Alienware AW2723DF review: bright, bulky HDR gaming monitor goes hard
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Hard screen Bright, fast and bulky, this 240Hz Alienware monitor will dominate your desk.

HP 965 4K Streaming Webcam review: AI auto-framing webcam is all business
By Erlingur Einarsson published
A-OK 4K AI-assisted 4K webcam keeps you firmly in the picture.

I regret to inform you that I like small laptops now
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Small wonders I'd sworn off small laptops, but the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED changed my mind.

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED review: small laptop, big impression
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Light work ASUS' teeniest Zenbook is a hybrid worker's dream.

Philips Evnia 25M2N3200W review: budget gaming monitor appeals to creatives
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Monitors The new Evnia gaming brand shows some early promise.

Twelve South AirFly review: because not everything has Bluetooth
By Erlingur Einarsson published
On the Fly Nifty Bluetooth headphone dongle is good for travel (and your kit that doesn't have Bluetooth).

Panasonic Technics EAH-AZ60M2 review: sleek, stylish, very very good earbuds
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Ear me out The Technics EAH-AZ60M2 noise-cancelling earbuds offer prestige comfort and quality.

GameSir X2 Pro review: mobile game controller is (mostly) a winner
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Thumbs up The GameSir X2 Pro has changed my mobile gaming... a bit.

I'm in love with the new Spider-Man movie's world designs
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Mood lighting You need to see the watercolour world.

AOC GM510 review: I can see right through this lightweight gaming mouse
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Hollow, man The hollowed-out AOC GM510 is great for gamers, but the extreme lightness comes at a cost for creatives.

AOC AGON AGK700 review: striking keyboard is good for gamers and creators
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Going, going, AGON The AOC AGON AGK700 keyboard is bulky but has loads of convenient features for creatives.

Panasonic Technics EAH-AZ80 review: stunning ANC earbuds change the game
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Best buds The Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds combine amazing noise cancellation and voice isolation, great sound and comfortable fit.

Hold up, I've finally found earbuds I can actually use?
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Aural tradition The new Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds neither fall out nor cause me extreme pain. What sorcery is this?

FlexiSpot Comhar Pro Q8 Standing Desk review: it's got pockets! (a drawer)
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Outstanding desk With high-quality materials and great tech integration, the FlexiSpot Comhar Pro Q8 is a fantastic standing desk.

Xiaomi 13 Pro review: fantastic camera phone rivals iPhone and Samsung
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Xiaomi the money If you're a camera fan, your next dream phone could be the Xiaomi 13 Pro...

AOC AGON AG275QXN review: good framerate tussles with UX issues
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Ghost protocol The AGON AG275QXN has some impressive specs for a budget gaming monitor, but UX frustrations impact life with it.

After 8 years, these cheap Logitech speakers are still my favourites
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Sound on This was $50 well spent.

AOC Gaming C27G2AE review: fighting the good fight for curved budget monitors
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Curve your enthusiasm The AOC Gaming C27G2AE is a good budget monitor for gaming, but how do curves and creative work mix?

1More Sonoflow review: premium headphones, on a (sort-of) budget
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Noises off The wireless 1More Sonoflow punches well above its weight, with good noise cancellation and rich sound.

Alienware m17 R5 review: sleek, powerful gaming laptop is a creative keeper
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Big game The Alienware m17 R5 showcases the power of AMD.

Microsoft Audio Dock review: USB hub, speaker... and Teams?
By Erlingur Einarsson published
USB hub or speaker? Surface accessory is nice, but hardly essential.
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