TechRadar email examples & ideas from real campaigns
1. Google event special: Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and more
Objective
This email aims to inform subscribers about the latest tech product launches from Google’s Made by Google 2023 event, while also highlighting other trending tech news to keep readers engaged and drive traffic to TechRadar’s in-depth reviews and analysis.
Why this works
TechRadar effectively anchors the email around a timely, high-interest product launch, Google’s Pixel 8 series, creating immediate relevance and urgency that pulls readers into the content with hands-on impressions and early performance highlights.
How to implement
By grouping related but distinct product updates under clear category headers like 'Computing' and 'Phones,' the email creates a browsable, magazine-style experience that caters to diverse reader interests without overwhelming them with a single narrative thread.
Pro Tip
Add a visual hierarchy to the CTA buttons, perhaps using size, color intensity, or iconography, to guide users toward the most important article (Pixel 8 Pro) first, rather than treating all 'Read More' links as equal, which dilutes conversion focus. • Include a brief, punchy summary sentence under each headline that teases a key takeaway or controversy (e.g., 'Pixel Watch 2’s battery life is 30% longer, but the design hasn’t evolved'), which would increase click-through by reducing cognitive load and increasing curiosity.
2. 5 iOS 26.4 upgrades coming to your iPhone
Objective
To inform subscribers about the latest tech developments, including iOS 26.4 upgrades and other breaking news, while driving engagement through curated deals and expert picks. The email aims to position TechRadar as a trusted, up-to-the-minute source for tech enthusiasts.
Why this works
TechRadar smartly anchors its email with a high-impact iOS upgrade teaser, immediately tapping into iPhone users’ curiosity while reinforcing its authority on Apple ecosystem developments through clean, visual storytelling.
How to implement
By blending breaking news with curated consumer deals, like the Frigidaire kitchen appliance sale, the email transforms passive readers into potential buyers without disrupting the editorial tone, making monetization feel organic and helpful.
Pro Tip
The CTA ‘Read the full story’ is repetitive and generic across all sections; varying the language (e.g., ‘See the leaks’, ‘Grab the deal’, ‘Explore the fix’) would better match the content type and increase click-through intent. • The ‘Today’s Best Deals’ section lacks urgency or personalization, adding a countdown timer or location-based deal tags (e.g., ‘Only 3 left in your area’) would enhance conversion potential without redesigning the layout.
3. Apple event special: iPhone 15, Watch 9, USB-C AirPods and more
Objective
This email aims to quickly summarize and contextualize Apple’s September 2023 product announcements for TechRadar readers, helping them cut through the noise and understand what’s truly important across the iPhone 15, Watch 9, and AirPods Pro 2 updates. It drives traffic to deeper articles while reinforcing TechRadar’s authority on breaking tech news.
Why this works
TechRadar brilliantly frames a complex product launch as a digestible, opinionated roundup, not just a list of specs, which helps overwhelmed readers instantly grasp what matters most without needing to sift through hours of event footage or press releases.
How to implement
Each product highlight is paired with a clear, benefit-driven subheadline and a single ‘Read More’ CTA, creating a clean, scannable rhythm that respects the reader’s time while still encouraging deeper engagement with the most relevant stories for their interests.
Pro Tip
Add a visual hierarchy to the CTA buttons, for example, make the first ‘Read More’ under the hero section slightly larger or bolder, to guide the reader’s eye toward the most important entry point and reduce decision fatigue in a content-dense layout. • Include a short ‘Why This Matters’ or ‘Bottom Line’ sentence under each product section to reinforce the editorial perspective and help readers quickly judge relevance, especially useful for skimmers who may not click through to full articles.
4. This week's best deals: Xbox controllers and iPhone 15
Objective
This email aims to drive immediate clicks and conversions by highlighting time-sensitive tech deals across popular products like Xbox controllers, gaming chairs, and iPhone 15 models, while also teasing upcoming Amazon Prime Day promotions to maintain reader anticipation.
Why this works
The email opens with a personal, enthusiastic hook, 'My favourite Xbox controller is down to a terrific low price, so I'm buying another', which instantly builds trust and urgency by framing the deal as a genuine, relatable purchase decision rather than a generic promotion.
How to implement
Each product block uses a bold, branded visual badge like 'PRICE CUT' or 'DON'T MISS' to immediately signal value and scarcity, helping readers instantly filter high-impact deals without needing to read full descriptions, which is perfect for skimmers and mobile users.
Pro Tip
Add a countdown timer or 'limited stock' indicator to the Xbox controller and Secretlab chair sections to amplify urgency, since both are positioned as hot deals but lack real-time scarcity cues that could boost conversion rates. • Reorder the iPhone 15 section to appear earlier, ideally right after the Xbox controller, since it’s a high-intent, mass-market product that could capture more attention and clicks if placed above the more niche gaming laptop and chair offers.