Matt Egan

Matt Egan

Matt Egan is editor of PC Advisor, having worked for the UK's best-read technology magazine and website since 2003. A passionate technology fan who writes on subjects as diverse as internet security, social media and Windows, in his spare time Matt enjoys playing football (badly) and singing in a band (also badly).


 

Articles by Matt Egan


Features: 
How to choose a cloud storage service

Cloud computing could form an important part of your technological life, but you have to know what you're looking for. Here are some tips on what…

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HTC Windows Phone 8S review

The Windows Phone 8S offers an affordable alternative for those looking out for a Windows Phone 8 smartphone. Here's PC Advisor's Windows Phone 8S…

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'Red October' malware: what you need to know

Kaspersky Lab this week announced that it had found what it described as a shadowy group of hackers who had been harvesting date from various…

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Nexus 4 vs iPhone 4S smartphone comparison review

Buying a new iPhone 4S is often the most cost-effective way of owning an iPhone. How does it compare with the most cost-effective Android phone,…

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Google Play Magazines review

Google Play Magazines is a magazine app for Android smartphones and Android tablets. Here's our Google Play Magazines review.

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Nexus 4 vs Lumia 920 smartphone comparison review - video

We pit Windows Phone 8 against Android Jelly Bean as we review the latest flagship phones for WP8 and Android. Want to know which is best, Nexus 4…

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Sky Hub SR101 broadband router review

The Sky Hub SR101 replaces Sky Broadband's existing Sagem 2504n router bringing a touch of style to your living room. Here's our Sky Hub SR101…

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Best place to buy Nexus 4

At the right price the Nexus 4 is the best Android phone around right now. But only if you shop sensibly. Here's how to grab a bargain when buying…

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Nexus 4 vs iPhone 5 smartphone comparison review

The Nexus 4 and iPhone 5 are the best smartphones on the market today. In this video we compare them.

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Galaxy SIII vs Nexus 4 smartphone comparison review

The Galaxy SIII and Nexus 4 are the best Android phones you can buy in the UK today. In this video we compare the Galaxy S3 and Nexus 4.


 

Comments by Matt Egan


Features: 
How to wipe a Mac: erase your Mac's hard drive

I don't agree. Yes there are occasions in which it is prudent to put beyond retrieval a drive (if you have ultra sensitive business data, national…

Review: 
Surface Pro review - if Microsoft can't make the perfect Windows 8 hybrid laptop and tablet, who can?

And there was me thinking it was the quality of my prose! There's no doubt that as a truly portable true Windows device the Pro has no peers. But…

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The Simpsons: Tapped Out review

Ha! Touché. Enjoy those other sites.

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Surface Pro review - if Microsoft can't make the perfect Windows 8 hybrid laptop and tablet, who can?

Wow. Thanks Bob for your interesting is someone incoherent post. You're wrong on pretty much every point, but I really appreciate you trying. For…

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Samsung Galaxy S4 vs Apple iPhone 5 comparison review

Exactly what is 'untruthful'? I'd appreciate some flesh on the bones of that particular gem of unsubstantiated accusation.

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Acer Aspire P3 hands-on review

No word as yet

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Samsung Galaxy S4 vs Apple iPhone 5 comparison review

I think you mean 'God'. And I spotted two minor errors on the whole page. Hardly 'appalling'. Can I suggest you make use of the fine summer…

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Surface Pro review - if Microsoft can't make the perfect Windows 8 hybrid laptop and tablet, who can?

With respect there isn't a 'user community' in the UK and, frankly, not much of one in the world. No matter: I don't understand what's wrong with…

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Samsung Galaxy S4 vs BlackBerry Z10 smartphone comparison review

It's entirely plausible as this is an update of an older piece. I will check but right now I can't get on to BlackBerry World to find out...

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Samsung Galaxy S4 vs Google Galaxy S4 comparison review

Please, no! You didn't hurt anyone's feelings. We're proud when anyone comments. It's your opinion. And I'm glad that you stuck around on 'the…