Articles by Lauren Wadowsky

Why the Hermès MagSafe Paddock Charger is 2026’s weirdest status symbol
Why the Hermès MagSafe Paddock Charger is 2026’s weirdest status symbol
I’m all for a luxury flex, but we’ve officially reached the apex of “extra” when it comes to tech accessories. If you thought your $60 Apple silicone case was a splurge, please sit down. The Hermès MagSafe Paddock Charger costs..
Why the Hisense 2026 ULED MiniLED TV might just be my new favorite couch companion
Why the Hisense 2026 ULED MiniLED TV might just be my new favorite couch companion
Hisense just announced its 2026 ULED MiniLED TV lineup, and it feels like it was made for families like mine. On the weekends, you’ll find us chilling in front of the tube for a movie night, or binge-watching our series..
Local storage vs AI motion alerts: What I prioritize in a no subscription security camera
Local storage vs AI motion alerts: What I prioritize in a no subscription security camera
Shopping for a no subscription security camera? I’ve been there. And, I’ll be honest, the local storage vs AI motion alerts dilemma definitely weighed on me. Did I want more control over my data, or AI-powered alerts that keep me..
Is a $35,000 Plug-and-Play core the future of off-grid living? Let’s find out
Is a $35,000 Plug-and-Play core the future of off-grid living? Let’s find out
Curious about off-grid living? Yeah, me too. I love my city, but lately I’ve had the urge to “touch grass” more often than usual. Could I pack us—the kids, my husband, me— up and move to the Scottish Highlands for..
My hunt for the best gaming laptop under $500 for students (and what I found)
My hunt for the best gaming laptop under $500 for students (and what I found)
When I set out on my hunt for the best gaming laptop under $500 for students, I realized I needed one machine that could handle it all: assignments, projects, essays… you name it… on a budget. As a student, you’re..
Apple is 50! What were the hits (and misses) that changed everything? Let’s find out
Apple is 50! What were the hits (and misses) that changed everything? Let’s find out
Apple is turning 50, ya’ll! That’s right—on April 1, 1976, Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne started a little tech company in Jobs’ parents’ garage in Los Altos, California. The rest, as they say, is tech legend. But before..
I dug through the early Amazon Spring Sale vacuum deals—these are the ones I’d actually buy
I dug through the early Amazon Spring Sale vacuum deals—these are the ones I’d actually buy
Amazon’s Spring Sale is expected to run from March 25 to March 31, 2026—but that doesn’t stop us from scanning the digital shelves early, does it? Especially if you’re on the hunt for Amazon Spring Sale vacuum deals ahead of..
Are smart alarm clocks worth it? Here’s who should actually buy one
Are smart alarm clocks worth it? Here’s who should actually buy one
Smart alarm clocks have exploded in popularity in recent years, and that tracks. When work bleeds into evenings, kids wake up at 2 a.m., and stress never fully turns off, sleep is usually the first thing to suffer. According to..
The DJI robot vacuum hack that let someone peek into 7,000 homes
The DJI robot vacuum hack that let someone peek into 7,000 homes
Some days I feel like my life runs on autopilot—school runs, deadlines, dinner, repeat. And the smart gadgets in my house help keep everything moving. My robot vacuum, for example, handles the floors while I work. For that reason, news..
I found the coolest St. Patrick’s Day gifts—and they’re all green
I found the coolest St. Patrick’s Day gifts—and they’re all green
St. Patrick’s Day 2026 is on its way—and it’s the perfect excuse to treat a friend, coworker, or loved one to something shamrock inspired. While browsing for festive ideas, I noticed quite a few gadgets and accessories that come in..
Apple Visual Intelligence might finally help me use my phone less, not more
Apple Visual Intelligence might finally help me use my phone less, not more
As a working mom living in a foreign country, I don’t want more screen time. I want smarter eyes. Every time I walk through my city—past ancient ruins, small neighborhood shops, or street signs I can’t translate—I find myself pulling..
Best gadgets from MWC 2026: the boldest tech launches we’re most excited about
Best gadgets from MWC 2026: the boldest tech launches we’re most excited about
The Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026 in Barcelona wraps up today. Like every year, top brands showcased their latest takes on mobile tech—phones, wearables, tablets, and the like—much of it AI-infused. The best gadgets from MWC 2026 have the potential..

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