Bobby Hellard

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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

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Hardware

Lenovo's ThinkStation PX is a desktop data centre worth the hype

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

10 Mar 2023

The word '6G' on a circuit board that has a green and blue tinge

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Network & Internet

Embedding AI in 6G to 'save the planet'

AI can put us on the path to more sustainable 5.5G and 6G networks, but the technology might itself be too power-guzzling

2 Mar 2023

A patchwork of bright and vibrant colours

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Technology

E-ink is on-trend and I'm all for it

Colour-changing cars and VR books aside, the E-Ink renaissance is sure to leave a lasting impression on the enterprise

2 Mar 2023

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cloud security

MWC 2023: Huawei launches 'world's best' ransomware detection system

Huawei claims its Cyber Engine database security system has a 99.9% detection rate, but experts have been quick to weaken the sentiment

28 Feb 2023

The Lenovo rollable Thinkpad laptop with an award next to it at MWC 2023

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Hardware

MWC 2023: Who is Lenovo's rollable display for exactly?

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

27 Feb 2023

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network security

SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2022.4 review: Quirky licensing and a remarkable range of troubleshooting tools

Lots of optional extras to consider, but NPM delivers a big monitoring toolbox in a smart web console

21 Feb 2023

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Data & insights

What is an algorithm?

Simple in theory but complex in practice, many are unsurprisingly confused about what an algorithm is

13 Feb 2023

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Laptops

Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review: Is there a place in the office for a foldable PC?

A 17in display, a rattly keyboard, and a jaw-dropping price with very little business value

20 Jan 2023

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Laptops

Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review gallery

Photos of the Asus Zenbook 17 Fold

20 Jan 2023

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data centres

Intel pitches new 4th Gen Xeon chips as its "most sustainable" data centre processors

The chip giant suggested the launch of the 4th Gen Sapphire Rapids processors marks a turnaround in its recent history

11 Jan 2023

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Laptops

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine

Minor niggles here and there, but overall, an efficient and stylish business companion

22 Dec 2022

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 on a desk

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Laptops

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review gallery

Photos of the Surface Laptop 5

22 Dec 2022

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data centres

Google data centre soaks up a third of Oregon city's water supply

The tech giant has been labelled a "water vampire" after its facility increased water consumption every year since opening for the purposes of cooling

22 Dec 2022

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monitors

LG UltraWide Monitor Curved (40WPC95C-W) review: A gloriously wide display with all the ports you need

A productivity powerhouse that almost justifies its £1000-plus price tag

16 Dec 2022

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monitors

LG UltraWide Curved monitor

Photos of the LG UltraWide Curved Monitor

13 Dec 2022

The Meta Quest Pro headset on a charging dock

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Hardware

Meta Quest Pro preview: Meet Meta's 'laptop killer'

We go hands-on with the Meta Quest Pro, as the firm banks on turning hardware preferences upside down

12 Dec 2022

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Hardware

Meta Quest Pro preview gallery

12 Dec 2022

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monitors

Huawei MateView SE review: An affordable monitor for small desks

Poor backlighting aside, Huawei's mini MateView is a great addition to any home office

24 Nov 2022

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monitors

Huawei MateView SE monitor review gallery

Photos of the Huawei MateView SE

23 Nov 2022

Huawei's MateStation X Pro on display at MWC 2022

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Hardware

Huawei MateStation X review: A superb Windows desktop

A stylish touchscreen workstation with lashings of AMD power and a tantalising Black Friday discount

18 Nov 2022

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Hardware

Huawei MateStation X review gallery

Photos of the Huawei MateStation X

18 Nov 2022

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backup software

Nakivo Backup and Replication 10.6 review: The backup host with the most

Ideal for SMBs that want the best features and host platform support

17 Nov 2022

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Mobile Phones

Sony Xperia 5 IV review: The best 'Pro' camera system around

A compact smartphone with almost all the capabilities of a professional camera

10 Nov 2022

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Hardware

Sony Xperia 5 IV review gallery

Photos of the Sony Xperia 5 IV

10 Nov 2022

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collaboration

Logitech aims to fix hybrid meetings with 'unique' Sight camera system

New tabletop device offers a 315-degree view and close ups of in-office speakers

2 Nov 2022

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Mobile Phones

Apple iPhone 14 Pro review: A dynamic phone from top to bottom

The Pro model of iPhone 14 is arguably the best Apple has ever produced

28 Oct 2022

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Mobile Phones

Apple iPhone 14 Pro review gallery

Photos of the iPhone 14 Pro

28 Oct 2022

Oracle CTO Larry Ellison on stage at Oracle CloudWorld 2022

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cloud computing

Oracle sets out its stall for a new age of multi-cloud

Embracing rival providers with open arms is a bold strategy, one that plays to Oracle’s strengths in infrastructure

21 Oct 2022

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Mobile Phones

Google Pixel 7 Pro review: A refined Pixel filled with innovation

Long battery life and more magic camera tools in what might very well be the best Android phone around

21 Oct 2022

The camera bar on the Google Pixel 7 Pro

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Mobile Phones

Google Pixel 7 Pro review gallery

Photos of the Google Pixel 7 Pro

20 Oct 2022

A banner with Oracle CloudWorld written across it

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recruitment

Oracle launches Recruiting Booster platform to improve talent acquisition

The tech giant aims to help businesses find the right candidates with an automated recruitment platform

19 Oct 2022

A sign at the Oracle CloudWorld conference (2022)

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cloud deployment

Oracle expands cloud portfolio with Alloy infrastructure platform

Tech giant opens CloudWorld conference with new flexible cloud deployment platforms

18 Oct 2022

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Cloud

What to expect from Oracle CloudWorld 2022

Larry Ellison and co are heading to Las Vegas for a rebranded cloud-centric show

14 Oct 2022

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monitors

LG Ergo Dual Monitor review: Any-which-way displays for all

Ergonomic displays with a sturdy stand that has multiple setup options for both office and home workers

14 Oct 2022

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monitors

LG Ergo Dual Monitor review gallery

Photos of the LG Ergo Dual monitor

14 Oct 2022

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Mobile Phones

OnePlus 10 Pro review: An almost great smartphone with long battery life

A decent effort from the Chinese brand, although it no longer offers the best value for money

7 Oct 2022

Lenovo's ThinkStation PX is a desktop data centre worth the hype

Embedding AI in 6G to 'save the planet'

E-ink is on-trend and I'm all for it

MWC 2023: Huawei launches 'world's best' ransomware detection system

MWC 2023: Who is Lenovo's rollable display for exactly?

SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2022.4 review: Quirky licensing and a remarkable range of troubleshooting tools

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What is an algorithm?

Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review: Is there a place in the office for a foldable PC?

Asus Zenbook 17 Fold review gallery

Intel pitches new 4th Gen Xeon chips as its "most sustainable" data centre processors

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (13.5in) review: An almost-great business machine

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review gallery

Google data centre soaks up a third of Oregon city's water supply

LG UltraWide Monitor Curved (40WPC95C-W) review: A gloriously wide display with all the ports you need

LG UltraWide Curved monitor

Meta Quest Pro preview: Meet Meta's 'laptop killer'

Meta Quest Pro preview gallery

Huawei MateView SE review: An affordable monitor for small desks

Huawei MateView SE monitor review gallery

Huawei MateStation X review: A superb Windows desktop

Huawei MateStation X review gallery

Nakivo Backup and Replication 10.6 review: The backup host with the most

Sony Xperia 5 IV review: The best 'Pro' camera system around

Sony Xperia 5 IV review gallery

Logitech aims to fix hybrid meetings with 'unique' Sight camera system

Apple iPhone 14 Pro review: A dynamic phone from top to bottom

Apple iPhone 14 Pro review gallery

Oracle sets out its stall for a new age of multi-cloud

Google Pixel 7 Pro review: A refined Pixel filled with innovation

Google Pixel 7 Pro review gallery

Oracle launches Recruiting Booster platform to improve talent acquisition

Oracle expands cloud portfolio with Alloy infrastructure platform

What to expect from Oracle CloudWorld 2022

LG Ergo Dual Monitor review: Any-which-way displays for all

LG Ergo Dual Monitor review gallery

OnePlus 10 Pro review: An almost great smartphone with long battery life