Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
School
University of Lincoln
Expertise
New tech releases, Gaming, Computer hardware
- Joel has an extensive collection of single-board computers and mini PCs, which he's used to bring easy-to-understand guides and features surrounding Linux and self-hosting.
- When the Steam Deck was released, Joel's published works discussing repairs, mods, and other guides topped the search engine charts.
- Joel enjoys bringing attention to smaller tech projects and companies through his writing. Some of his favorites include AceZone, an esports headset maker, and the ZimaBlade, a PCIe-equipped single-board computer.
Experience
Joel is a writer, videographer, and journalist with a background in gaming and tech writing. As an E-Commerce editor and deputy tech editor for Dexerto, he focused on bringing candid purchasing advice to readers. After pivoting to a full-time freelance tech writer, Joel has written for publications such as PC Gamer, PCGamesN, ReadWrite, and The Escapist. He enjoys researching new tech releases, device upgrades, and exploring the intersection between gaming as a hobby and its translation to worldwide events.
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Headphones are undergoing a bit of a rebirth, as audio gear is not only leaping into new smart tech, but some retro throwbacks are going mainstream as well.
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