Articles by Lauren Wadowsky

Apple M5 chips: what’s actually new—and what’s just marketing?
Apple M5 chips: what’s actually new—and what’s just marketing?
For the past few years, Apple’s silicon rollouts have been pretty predictable: an annual chip announcement, impressive performance charts, and glowing coverage that reads like an ode to Cupertino. Now that Apple has announced the latest Apple M5 chips—the M5..
Is the Studio Display XDR worth it? Here’s who should (and shouldn’t) spend $3,299
Is the Studio Display XDR worth it? Here’s who should (and shouldn’t) spend $3,299
Apple just dropped the new Studio Display XDR on Tuesday, officially replacing the aging Pro Display XDR from 2019. Yes, it’s been a minute since Apple spruced up its pro display line. But that $3,299 price tag has to make..
Smart glasses for driving sound promising—but we’re not there yet
Smart glasses for driving sound promising—but we’re not there yet
I love my car’s built-in navigation. If you’d told 10-year-old me in the 90s that I’d have live maps, traffic updates, and rerouting built into my dashboard, you would have officially blown my mind. And yet, tech never stays put...
Best iPad Air accessories in 2026 for work, drawing, and travel
Best iPad Air accessories in 2026 for work, drawing, and travel
Apple just dropped a new iPad Air—now powered by the brand-new M4 chip. It brings more power and Wi-Fi 7 to the iPad Air at the same price, which is enticing. So I rounded up the best iPad Air accessories..
HONOR Magic V6 vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: after MWC 2026, which foldable should you buy in 2026?
HONOR Magic V6 vs Galaxy Z Fold 7: after MWC 2026, which foldable should you buy in 2026?
HONOR Magic V6 vs Galaxy Z Fold 7— and is Galaxy Z Fold 7 better? That’s the question coming out of MWC 2026, where foldables are clearly having a moment. From Motorola’s latest Razr to Lenovo’s unconventional folding concepts, the..
What is Perplexity Computer? The AI digital intern I actually need
What is Perplexity Computer? The AI digital intern I actually need
What is Perplexity Computer? As a working mom who writes and experiments with AI tools daily, I can’t ignore the irony: the more powerful these systems get, the more time I spend comparing models, refining prompts, and fact-checking outputs. AI..
This AI pin says it can save you 260 hours a year—Plaud NotePin S
This AI pin says it can save you 260 hours a year—Plaud NotePin S
As a working mom, I’m always looking for ways to save time. Back in my child-free years, I probably would have given an AI pin the side eye. But between deadlines, chores, and endless doctors’ appointments, the idea of wearing..
5 Cheaper alternatives to the Buds4 Pro that actually perform better
5 Cheaper alternatives to the Buds4 Pro that actually perform better
Samsung just unveiled the Galaxy Buds4 Pro at its February Unpacked event. They bring upgraded hi-fi sound, a wider woofer, enhanced ANC, and deeper AI integration. Suffice it to say, they’re some of the company’s most premium earbuds yet—with a..
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10a: the Android dilemma I didn’t expect
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10a: the Android dilemma I didn’t expect
Samsung just dropped its Galaxy S26 lineup—so if you’re shopping for a new mid-tier phone, chances are you’re comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Pixel 10a. Normally, this wouldn’t even be a contest. One is the base model in Samsung’s..
10 Tech trends of 2026 that actually want to be your friend
10 Tech trends of 2026 that actually want to be your friend
Remember when gadgets were just… gadgets? A phone called people, and a laptop was a portable computer. Your smartwatch mostly just counted steps and made you feel guilty about them. I’m happy to report that the top tech trends 2026..
Red Bull’s GamePop magazine embeds a 180-LED flexible LED gaming system into a magazine cover
Red Bull’s GamePop magazine embeds a 180-LED flexible LED gaming system into a magazine cover
As someone who covers gadgets, screens, and digital culture all day, I’ve caught myself wistfully remembering print media. I’ll admit it: I miss the weight of a good magazine in my hands, and the way a beautifully designed spread could..
Longevity stations are here—but do you actually need one?
Longevity stations are here—but do you actually need one?
I’m not a doctor, but I’ve always believed the secret to longevity is simple: good sleep, real food, lots of movement, moderate stress, low exposure to toxins…you get the gist. Do all of that consistently, for decades. It’s not rocket..

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