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Jim Martin

Jim Martin is an editor at IDG UK and holds a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Kent. Known for his product reviews and testing, Jim’s portfolio includes Tech Advisor and Computer Shopper.

Recent articles by Jim Martin

Iiyama ProLite B2712HDS
Iiyama ProLite B2712HDS review
PC monitors

The B2712HDS cuts an imposing figure on your desk, but the image quality isn't the best

£300 inc VAT
Asus MS236H 23in widescreen monitor
Asus MS236H 23in widescreen monitor review
PC monitors

A great-looking 23in display, but it's let down by annoying touch-sensitive controls and distinctly average image quality.

£216 inc VAT
TomTom Start
TomTom Start UK & Ireland review
Sat nav

An easy-to-use satnav, but a touch overpriced given the features on offer.

£100 inc VAT
NEC MultiSync EA231WMi
NEC MultiSync EA231WMi review
PC monitors

A great 23in monitor, with excellent viewing angles and colour accuracy, but its high price is a lot to get over.

£297 inc VAT
Iiyama ProLite T2250MTS
Iiyama ProLite T2250MTS review
PC monitors TVs

A fine monitor with a responsive touchscreen, but we're not sure touch capabilities are worth the asking price.

£242 inc VAT
BenQ V2400 Eco
BenQ V2400 Eco review
PC monitors TVs

Striking looks and great image quality, but it lacks features for the price and might make your PC look rather drab.

£199 inc VAT
Mio Navman Moov Spirit 500 Traffic review
Mobile phones Sat nav

A feature-packed satnav, but the touchscreen can be unresponsive. It's also quite expensive and there are better-value alternatives.

£200 inc VAT
Philips Brilliance 225P1ES review
PC monitors TVs

Great image quality and adjustability, and the sensor works well, but at this price it'll be a while before you make any savings.

£215 inc VAT
ATI Radeon HD 5870 review
Graphics cards PCs

Astonishing performance coupled with triple-monitor support makes the HD 5870 a desirable graphics card, despite the high price.

£319 inc VAT (Sapphire); £309 inc VAT (Asus)
ALK CoPilot Live 8 review
Mobile phones

CoPilot is a good-value app, but it crashed so often in our tests, it's best avoided unless a future update fixes all the bugs.

£26 inc VAT