Bobby Hellard
Bobby Hellard is IT Pro's reviews editor and has worked on Cloud Pro and Channel Pro since 2018.
In his time at IT Pro, Bobby has covered stories for all the major technology companies, such as Apple, Microsoft, Amazon and Facebook, and regularly attends industry-leading events such as AWS Re:Invent and Google Cloud Next.
Bobby mainly covers hardware reviews, but you will also recognise him as the face of many of our video reviews of laptops and smartphones.
He has been a journalist for ten years, originally covering sports, before moving into business technology with IT Pro. He has bylines in The Independent, Vice and The Business Briefing.
Contact him at bobby.hellard@futurenet.com or find him on Twitter: @bobbyhellard
Latest articles by Bobby Hellard

HDMI vs DVI: What’s the best AV input?
By Bobby Hellard last updated
In-depth DVI and HDMI are two of the most popular video cable standards on the market, but which should you be using?

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 (Intel i7) review
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews Pricey and lacking staying power, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 just misses the mark

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra review
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews An expensive Galaxy Book3 Ultra with a stunning display and a powerful processor

Best Wi-Fi routers 2023
By Bobby Hellard last updated
Best Poor Wi-Fi coverage or slow speeds? Here are the best routers and access points to give your connection a boost

Lenovo's ThinkStation PX is a desktop data centre worth the hype
By Bobby Hellard published
Opinion Lenovo's ThinkStation PX, P7 and P5 are workstations that can be used at home, in the office, or in a data centre rack – now we’re talking

Embedding AI in 6G to 'save the planet'
By Bobby Hellard published
Analysis AI can put us on the path to more sustainable 5.5G and 6G networks, but the technology might itself be too power-guzzling

E-ink is on-trend and I'm all for it
By Bobby Hellard published
Opinion Colour-changing cars and VR books aside, the E-Ink renaissance is sure to leave a lasting impression on the enterprise

MWC 2023: Huawei launches 'world's best' ransomware detection system
By Bobby Hellard published
News Huawei claims its Cyber Engine database security system has a 99.9% detection rate, but experts have been quick to weaken the sentiment

Intel's SYCL play shows it's dialled down the aggression
By Bobby Hellard published
Analysis After several turbulent years, Intel is showing a sudden willingness to collaborate with rivals

MWC 2023: Who is Lenovo's rollable display for exactly?
By Bobby Hellard published
Opinion Lenovo turned heads at MWC with a shiny proof of concept, but all it did was steal away the limelight from some great business launches

SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2022.4 review: Quirky licensing and a remarkable range of troubleshooting tools
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews Lots of optional extras to consider, but NPM delivers a big monitoring toolbox in a smart web console

What is an algorithm?
By Bobby Hellard last updated
In-depth Simple in theory but complex in practice, many are unsurprisingly confused about what an algorithm is

Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review: Is there a place in the office for a foldable PC?
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews A 17in display, a rattly keyboard, and a jaw-dropping price with very little business value

Intel pitches new 4th Gen Xeon chips as its "most sustainable" data centre processors
By Bobby Hellard published
News The chip giant suggested the launch of the 4th Gen Sapphire Rapids processors marks a turnaround in its recent history

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews Minor niggles here and there, but overall, an efficient and stylish business companion

Google data centre soaks up a third of Oregon city's water supply
By Bobby Hellard published
News The tech giant has been labelled a "water vampire" after its facility increased water consumption every year since opening for the purposes of cooling

LG UltraWide Monitor Curved (40WPC95C-W) review: A gloriously wide display with all the ports you need
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews A productivity powerhouse that almost justifies its £1000-plus price tag

Meta Quest Pro preview: Meet Meta's 'laptop killer'
By Bobby Hellard published
Opinion We go hands-on with the Meta Quest Pro, as the firm banks on turning hardware preferences upside down

Huawei MateView SE review: An affordable monitor for small desks
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews Poor backlighting aside, Huawei's mini MateView is a great addition to any home office

Huawei MateStation X review: A superb Windows desktop
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews A stylish touchscreen workstation with lashings of AMD power and a tantalising Black Friday discount

Nakivo Backup and Replication 10.6 review: The backup host with the most
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews Ideal for SMBs that want the best features and host platform support

Sony Xperia 5 IV review: The best 'Pro' camera system around
By Bobby Hellard published
Reviews A compact smartphone with almost all the capabilities of a professional camera

Logitech aims to fix hybrid meetings with 'unique' Sight camera system
By Bobby Hellard published
News New tabletop device offers a 315-degree view and close ups of in-office speakers
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