Rowena Cockett
Rowena is a writer, editor, and fact-checker based in the UK. She has a PhD in Medieval Studies from the University of Exeter, where she also taught undergraduate students and worked on the editorial team of a postgraduate research journal. Having been both a writer and fact-checker for BBC History Magazine, she is excited to be applying those skills to a new field. In her spare time, Rowena is an amateur space enthusiast and a keen equestrian, with a particular interest in dressage.
Latest articles by Rowena Cockett
Best binoculars for kids 2024: Small and lightweight binos for younger users
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids provide closer views and are designed to be convenient for smaller hands and faces.
Best external hard drives 2024: Top HDD and SSD models
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Our round-up of the best external hard drives gives you plenty of options for storing your files safely.
Best power banks 2024: Portable charging for astronomers
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Investing in one of the best power banks and power stations means you can have your devices charged and ready, even on the go.
Best tripods 2024: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Owning one of the best tripods for your camera is essential whether you're shooting astrophotography, landscape or portraits.
Best drones 2024: Discover the ultimate drones
By James Abbott last updated
These are the best drones on the market, with camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots — and there are great deals to be had this Black Friday.
Best camera drones 2024: Take your aerial photos and videos to the next level
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.
Best cheap cameras under $500 2024: Picks from Canon, Olympus, Sony and more
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best cheap cameras, offering a great entry point to photography without breaking the bank.
Best Nikon cameras in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best Nikon cameras currently available, including Early Black Friday deals so you can bag one of these top cameras for less.
Best headlamps for astronomy and stargazing 2024: The top picks for seeing at night
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best headlamps for astronomy and stargazing — we've considered functionality, comfort and cost.
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