Articles by Lauren Wadowsky

RingConn Gen 3 vs Oura Ring 5: I’m not sure waiting is worth it
RingConn Gen 3 vs Oura Ring 5: I’m not sure waiting is worth it
Okay, so here’s the situation: the RingConn Gen 3 just opened preorders, it looks kind of great, and it ships May 29. But in the back of my head, a little voice keeps whispering “but what about the Oura Ring..
Razer Atlas Pro might’ve just made glass mouse pads a mainstream thing (I’m into it)
Razer Atlas Pro might’ve just made glass mouse pads a mainstream thing (I’m into it)
The Razer Atlas Pro just launched, and yeah — it’s thin. Like really thin. It comes in at 1.9mm total thickness compared to the original Atlas at 5mm. That’s a pretty big jump for a glass mouse pad, especially one..
Oura Ring 5 leaks: I think Oura is basically a status symbol now
Oura Ring 5 leaks: I think Oura is basically a status symbol now
I’ve been covering wearables long enough to remember when the Oura Ring was a niche sleep tracker worn mostly by biohackers and elite athletes. With the Oura Ring 5 leaks now surfacing over the past few months, that’s not the..
Googlebook vs Chromebook: Is Google about to replace Chromebooks?
Googlebook vs Chromebook: Is Google about to replace Chromebooks?
If you’re shopping in the $500-ish laptop range and are already familiar with the Chromebook ecosystem, the Googlebook vs Chromebook debate is probably hitting your feed hard right now. Yes, Google teased its new Googlebook laptop during its Android Show..
I refuse to pay a monthly fee—here are the best smart rings without a subscription for iPhone users
I refuse to pay a monthly fee—here are the best smart rings without a subscription for iPhone users
Smart rings are blowing up right now. But if you’re already deep in the Apple ecosystem (like I am)—iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch, maybe an iPad permanently attached to your kitchen counter—adding a smart ring subscription to the mix starts to..
Is Arlo or Eufy better for 4K wireless security cameras?
Is Arlo or Eufy better for 4K wireless security cameras?
If you’ve landed on Arlo vs. Eufy, you’ve already done the hard part. These are two of the biggest names in wireless security—and really, you’re not wrong for being stuck. Both brands offer sharp 4K cameras, smart detection, and genuinely..
Spotify Peloton guided workouts made me realize no platform is ever “done”
Spotify Peloton guided workouts made me realize no platform is ever “done”
I was scrolling the other day when I saw that Spotify is now a fitness app. Not in the “I made a gym playlist” way—like, actual Spotify Peloton guided workouts inside the app. And my first reaction wasn’t excitement or..
Why the Insta360 Snap feels like a bigger deal than it looks
Why the Insta360 Snap feels like a bigger deal than it looks
The Insta360 Snap selfie screen might seem like just another random phone accessory—but I can’t stop thinking about what it actually says about smartphones right now. So I’m gonna go ahead and share my opinionated Insta360 Snap review with you...
Best lifestyle home audio systems (2026): the ones I’d recommend to friends
Best lifestyle home audio systems (2026): the ones I’d recommend to friends
If you’ve ever Googled “best home audio systems” and immediately closed the tab because every article was written for someone who owns a listening room and a collection of vintage vinyl from 1967—same. The best lifestyle home audio systems are..
The MIT ChromoLCD projector might be the most low-key disruptive tech I’ve seen in years
The MIT ChromoLCD projector might be the most low-key disruptive tech I’ve seen in years
Every now and then, a piece of tech shows up that doesn’t look like much… and that’s exactly why it sticks with me. The MIT ChromoLCD projector is one of those. On the surface, it’s almost underwhelming. It’s not trying..
iRobot’s co-founder thinks robot companions are the future — and I get why
iRobot’s co-founder thinks robot companions are the future — and I get why
Colin Angle spent 30 years building robots that clean your floors. Now he wants to create one that keeps you company. When I first heard that pitch, not gonna lie, I rolled my eyes a little. The companion robots sector..
Last-minute Mother’s Day gifts that don’t feel last minute
Last-minute Mother’s Day gifts that don’t feel last minute
If you’re like me, Mother’s Day crept up faster than you expected—and now you’re in that “I need something good, fast, and obviously not panic-bought” mode. But that doesn’t mean you still can’t impress your mom. You just have to..

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