Austin Evans (YouTuber)

Austin Evans was born on August 22, 1992, and is a Missouri native.{{cite web|url=https://www.businessinsider.com/5-million-youtube-subscribers-tech-videos-heres-how-2021-12|title=I have 5 million YouTube subscribers who watch my tech videos. Here's how I turned my passion into a full-time job.|first=Jay|last=Silver|website=Business Insider|date=December 29, 2021|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718124555/https://www.businessinsider.com/5-million-youtube-subscribers-tech-videos-heres-how-2021-12|url-status=live}} Homeschooled throughout his childhood, Evans' interest towards video games and technology developed at an early age from his father buying the Sony PlayStation 1 for him and his family, along with discovering the Nintendo Game Boy. His interest in technology also extended towards personal computers, where he would browse for YouTube videos and write stories. In a Business Insider interview, Evans stated that "one of my earliest memories, when I was younger, was looking at an old PC at Goodwill and asking my mom to let me buy it just to tear it apart."

On January 29, 2014, Evans' apartment was burned down with many of his personal possessions, including his video equipment and custom-made PCs destroyed in the process. Tech YouTubers such as Jonathan Morrison, Lewis Hilsenteger and Marques Brownlee rallied together to surprise Evans with a new PC, recording his reaction in a vlog.{{cite web|url=https://www.tubefilter.com/2014/02/11/tech-vlogger-austin-evans-new-computer/|title=When A Tech Vlogger's House Burns Down, YouTube Community Has His Back|first=Sam|last=Gutelle|website=Tubefilter|date=February 11, 2014|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718124556/https://www.tubefilter.com/2014/02/11/tech-vlogger-austin-evans-new-computer/|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.dailydot.com/irl/austin-evans-youtubers-surprise/|title=YouTube users unite to help vlogger who lost everything in a house fire|first=Michelle|last=Jaworski|website=The Daily Dot|date=February 12, 2014|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=March 5, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160305071024/http://www.dailydot.com/lifestyle/austin-evans-youtubers-surprise/|url-status=live}}

Evans created his YouTube channel in 2009, initially uploading reviews on numerous iPod Touch applications.{{cite web|url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/you-need-money-to-make-money-as-a-pc-building-star-on-youtube/|title=You Need Money to Make Money as a PC Building Star on YouTube|first=Nicole|last=Carpenter|website=Vice|date=January 29, 2017|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718124556/https://www.vice.com/en/article/jpdpq8/you-need-money-to-make-money-as-a-pc-building-star-on-youtube|url-status=live}} He soon shifted to videos about computer components he would use in hypothetical PC setups, mainly discussing ideal builds rather than assembling them often. Evans credited his growth in popularity to a tutorial video on building a $500 PC that received hundreds of views; as he continued uploading videos, he invested more on PC components and soon created monthly videos on building PCs. Buying the majority of the equipment himself, Evans constructed affordable budget-based PCs with cheap parts. His content eventually evolved to include reviews of different tech along with other tech review series.

Evans' content primarily consists of technology reviews, both of the latest technology and of comparisons between old and new tech.{{cite news|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2019/04/04/subscribe-these-youtubers-before-making-any-big-tech-buys/|title=Subscribe to these 5 YouTubers before making any big tech buys|first=Gene|last=Park|newspaper=The Washington Post|date=April 4, 2019|access-date=May 27, 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2016-09-18-top-10-popular-tech-youtube-channels.html|title=Top 10 Popular Tech YouTube Channels|website=Engadget|date=September 18, 2016|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718124555/https://www.engadget.com/2016-09-18-top-10-popular-tech-youtube-channels.html|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/youtube-content-crash-course/|title=Professional YouTuber shares crash course for shooting quality videos|first=Anthony|last=Thurston|website=Digital Trends|date=August 26, 2016|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125059/https://www.digitaltrends.com/photography/youtube-content-crash-course/|url-status=live}} Evans introduces the audience with the greeting "Hey guys, this is Austin," a catchphrase his fans have echoed in the comment section of his videos. His style of tech reviews has been compared to mockumentaries, also noted for its awkward yet lighthearted atmosphere and the banter amongst his crew members. Evans also emphasizes the importance of cinematography as a way to make effective videos. In 2016 he made a tutorial explaining his video process, including the manner in which he captures shots, the effects of equipment in crafting a video style, and cohesive editing tips as well.

Numerous tech reviews and videos of Evans' have been featured in various technology websites. In 2016, he created a video of him acquiring a $20 Android budget phone for comparison between other Android smartphones on the market; while noting its durability and basic functionalities he also lamented its sluggish performance.{{cite web|url=https://bgr.com/tech/what-is-using-a-20-dollar-android-phone-like/|title=What it's like living with a $20 Android phone|first=Brad|last=Reed|website=BGR|date=March 21, 2016|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125058/https://bgr.com/tech/what-is-using-a-20-dollar-android-phone-like/|url-status=live}} That same year, Evans made a similar comparison video between the contemporary iPhone 7 Plus and previous generation iPhone models;{{cite web|url=https://bgr.com/tech/iphone-7-plus-vs-iphone-6s-vs-iphone-6/|title=iPhone 7 Plus compared to every other iPhone in brand new 4K video|first=Chris|last=Smith|website=BGR|date=August 11, 2016|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125059/https://bgr.com/tech/iphone-7-plus-vs-iphone-6s-vs-iphone-6/|url-status=live}} he later performed a similar benchmark test with the iPhone 12 Pro and smartphones such as the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and the Google Pixel 5.{{cite web|url=https://bgr.com/tech/iphone-12-pro-speed-test-vs-note-20-ultra-vs-pixel-5/|title=Speed test shows just how fast the iPhone 12 is compared to Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Pixel 5|first=Chris|last=Smith|website=BGR|date=October 23, 2020|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125059/https://bgr.com/tech/iphone-12-pro-speed-test-vs-note-20-ultra-vs-pixel-5/|url-status=live}} In 2017 he appeared in a Slate interview discussing virtual reality headsets, recommending the HTC Vive along with alternatives such as the PlayStation VR.{{cite web|url=https://slate.com/human-interest/2017/12/the-best-vr-headsets-for-kids.html|title=The Best VR Headset to Buy If You Don't Want an HTC Vive|first=Maxine|last=Builder|website=Slate|date=December 15, 2017|access-date=May 27, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125100/https://slate.com/human-interest/2017/12/the-best-vr-headsets-for-kids.html|url-status=live}}

In 2019, Evans built a custom-made PC with components similar to the PlayStation 5 in anticipation for the console's announcement. The components included an AMD Ryzen CPU, a Radeon graphics card, and 16 gigabytes of DDR4 RAM.{{cite web|url=https://bgr.com/tech/ps5-vs-xbox-scarlett-you-can-build-your-next-gen-console-right-now/|title=Someone built a PS5 console with off-the-shelf parts, and you can do it too|first=Chris|last=Smith|website=BGR|date=July 12, 2019|access-date=May 27, 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://www.inverse.com/article/57790-ps5-sony-next-gen-console-diy|title=PS5: How Famous YouTuber Austin Evans Built the Next-Gen Console on His Own|first=Danny|last=Paez|website=Inverse|date=July 17, 2019|access-date=May 27, 2022}} Compared to the PlayStation 4 Pro which ran certain games in 1440p resolution at 30 Hz, the PC ran several games at 4K resolution at 60 Hz. The PC was also capable of running games at 8K resolution but with variable frame rates. In total the computer cost roughly $1,400 for the components and about an hour for Evans to build.

In 2020, Evans made an unboxing video on the DualSense controller, noticing the tiny grooves resembling the PlayStation symbols etched into the gamepad's body. He also tested the DualSense on other tech devices, discovering its compatibility with Android devices and PCs. American rapper Logic also guest-appeared in the video.{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/23/21530478/ps5-playstation-5-dualsense-unboxing-android-pc-ps4-support-compatibility|title=PS5 DualSense unboxing reveals Android and PC support|first=Jay|last=Peters|website=The Verge|date=October 23, 2020|access-date=May 27, 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://www.gamesradar.com/ps5-controller-unboxing-goes-in-depth-with-dualsense/|title=PS5 controller unboxing reveals tiny easter egg on the pad|first=Ben|last=Tyrer|website=GamesRadar+|date=October 27, 2020|access-date=May 27, 2022|quote=After a brief cameo from rapper Logic (because sure, why not), Evans starts putting the DualSense through its paces on different machines.}}

In 2021, Evans made a video review of a revised PlayStation 5 model which weighs roughly 300 grams (0.6 pounds) less than the original console, disassembling the new model to reveal that a smaller heatsink contributed to its lighter weight.{{cite web|url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/teardown-accuses-new-ps5-model-of-being-worse-due-to-cooling-changes/|title=Teardown claims new PS5 model could be 'worse' due to cooling changes|first=Andy|last=Robinson|website=Video Games Chronicle|date=August 29, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2021/08/new-ps5-models-weight-loss-mystery-solved-a-smaller-likely-better-heatsink/|title=New PS5 model's weight-loss mystery solved: A smaller, likely better heatsink|first=Sam|last=Machkovech|website=Ars Technica|date=August 30, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022}}{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/29/22646963/sony-new-ps5-model-lighter-smaller-heatsink-teardown|title=Sony's new PS5 model weighs less because it has a smaller heatsink|first=Tom|last=Warren|website=The Verge|date=August 29, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=August 29, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210829115615/https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/29/22646963/sony-new-ps5-model-lighter-smaller-heatsink-teardown|url-status=live}} After testing the external temperatures of the PS5, Evans noted that the new model ran at 3 to 5 degrees Celsius higher than the original version, and concluded that it was worse than the original as a result.{{cite web|url=https://kotaku.com/the-new-ps5-has-a-much-smaller-heatsink-1847581238|title=The New PS5 Has A Much Smaller Heatsink|first=Luke|last=Plunkett|website=Kotaku|date=August 29, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022}} Media outlets such as Eurogamer, Engadget and Kotaku reported on Evans' video, also verifying that the model's weight discrepancies corresponded to the changed heatsink.{{cite web|url=https://kotaku.com/the-saga-behind-the-new-ps5s-heatsink-explained-1847689679|title=The Saga Behind The New PS5's Heatsink, Explained|first=Ian|last=Walker|website=Kotaku|date=September 16, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022}}{{cite news|url=https://www.eurogamer.pt/articles/2021-09-03-youtuber-defende-a-afirmacao-que-o-novo-modelo-da-ps5-e-pior-que-o-original|title=YouTuber defends the claim that the new PS5 model is worse than the original|first=Bruno|last=Galvão|website=Eurogamer|date=September 3, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|language=pt|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125702/https://www.eurogamer.pt/youtuber-defende-a-afirmacao-que-o-novo-modelo-da-ps5-e-pior-que-o-original|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/sony-ps5-revision-smaller-heatsink-142922979.html|title=Sony's revised PS5 model has a smaller, lighter heatsink|first=Jon|last=Fingas|website=Engadget|date=August 29, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125709/https://www.engadget.com/sony-ps5-revision-smaller-heatsink-142922979.html|url-status=live}} However, this led to speculation that Sony modified the build quality of the PS5 in order to decrease production costs. Digital Foundry, citing Evans' research, debunked the concerns that the PS5 model's heatsink affected the performance of the console, believing that it was of little concern.{{cite web|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/digitalfoundry-2021-hands-on-with-the-new-playstation-5-cfi-1100-series-console|title=Hands-on with the new PlayStation 5 CFI-1100 series console|first=Richard|last=Leadbetter|website=Eurogamer|date=August 31, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=December 11, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221211061934/https://www.eurogamer.net/digitalfoundry-2021-hands-on-with-the-new-playstation-5-cfi-1100-series-console|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/sony-ps-5-cfi-1100-digital-foundry-analysis-204522648.html|title=Reports show no 'practical difference' between Sony's PS5 models|first=Igor|last=Bonifacic|website=Engadget|date=September 16, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125704/https://www.engadget.com/sony-ps-5-cfi-1100-digital-foundry-analysis-204522648.html|url-status=live}} Evans later posted a video defending his arguments while clarifying his concerns with the new PS5 model.{{cite web|url=https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/youtuber-defends-claim-that-ps5s-new-model-is-worse-than-the-original/|title=YouTuber defends claim that PS5's new model is 'worse' than the original|first=Chris|last=Scullion|website=Video Games Chronicle|date=September 2, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125705/https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/youtuber-defends-claim-that-ps5s-new-model-is-worse-than-the-original/|url-status=live}} He also acknowledged Digital Foundry's findings, stating that he agreed with their article.

In 2015, he appeared on a discussion podcast with The Verge.{{cite AV media|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ySDifaPDMA|title=Verge Roundtable with MKBHD, TLDToday, & Austin Evans — CES 2015|date=January 9, 2015|type=video|publisher=The Verge|access-date=May 28, 2022|via=YouTube|archive-date=July 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240718125729/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ySDifaPDMA|url-status=live}}

In 2015, Inc. Magazine listed Evans as one of the "Top 30 Power Players in Tech;" he ranked #12.{{cite web|url=http://www.inc.com/john-rampton/30-power-players-in-tech-you-need-to-know.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150724073213/https://www.inc.com/john-rampton/30-power-players-in-tech-you-need-to-know.html|title=30 Power Players in Tech You Need to Know|first=John|last=Rampton|website=Inc. Magazine|date=July 21, 2015|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=July 24, 2015|url-status=usurped}} In 2019, Evans was cited in The Washington Post as an example of a tech YouTuber one should subscribe to. He was also featured on a list of the best tech YouTubers by Engadget. Marques Brownlee and Linus Sebastian have stated that Evans is one of their favorite YouTubers.{{cite web|url=http://tech.co/secrets-successful-tech-youtube-2014-11|title=Secrets of the Most Successful Tech YouTube Content Creators Revealed|first=Ann|last=Diab|publisher=Tech.co|date=November 21, 2014|access-date=May 28, 2022|archive-date=January 26, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160126055636/http://tech.co/secrets-successful-tech-youtube-2014-11|url-status=live}}

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• {{cite web|url=https://www.nme.com/news/gaming-news/revised-ps5-model-may-be-worse-due-to-significantly-reduced-cooling-3032794|title=Revised PS5 model may be 'worse' due to significantly reduced cooling|first=Miri|last=Teixeira|website=NME|date=August 30, 2021|access-date=May 28, 2022}}
• {{cite web|url=https://multiplayer.it/articoli/ps5-austin-evans-fa-a-pezzi-console-sony-teardown-video.html|title=PS5, Austin Evans tears apart the Sony console in his teardown: here is the video|first=Tommasso|last=Pugliese|website=Multiplayer.it|date=November 10, 2020|access-date=May 28, 2022}}

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