Articles by: Carrie Marshall

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Writer, broadcaster, musician and kitchen gadget obsessive Carrie Marshall (Twitter) has been writing about tech since 1998, contributing sage advice and odd opinions to all kinds of magazines and websites as well as writing more than a dozen books. Her memoir, Carrie Kills A Man, is on sale now. She is the singer in Glaswegian rock band HAVR.

Articles by: Carrie Marshall

WiZ brings security to its smart home system. Is this a big hint about Hue?

By Carrie Marshall published 12 May 23

Hue's sister brand WiZ is moving into smart home security. Is this the shape of Hues to come?

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Best people search finder service of 2023

By Carrie Marshall last updated 18 August 23

Updated We list the best people search finder services that make it easy to track down friends and family you may have lost contact with.

A screen shot from the trailer of Sum of it All of Ed Sheeran

I watched Ed Sheeran and Lewis Capaldi's docs on Netflix and Disney Plus, and only one is worth streaming

By Carrie Marshall published 4 May 23

Pop’s biggest stars take you behind the curtain, while their viewers gently weep.

A wizard in Hogwarts Legacy stands with Professor Fig

Hogwarts Legacy has become ammunition in the anti-trans culture war

By Carrie Marshall published 14 February 23

Regardless of what is in the game, Hogwarts Legacy is being used to express anti-trans sentiment.

The best 48- and 50-inch TVs in Australia 2023: top picks for every budget

By James Cutler last updated 21 March 23

The modestly-sized TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.

Disney Princess movies on Disney Plus ranked from best to worst

By Carrie Marshall published 25 December 22

It's safe to say some Disney princess movies are more remarkable than others. But which ones are the best and worst?

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How to switch and transfer your files from iPhone to Android quickly and easily

By Carrie Marshall published 12 December 22

Updated Switch from iPhone to Android and keep your photos, files and music in a few simple steps.

The iRobot Roomba J7+ on its charging station in a hallway while a man with a dog enters the room

Roomba i7 vs j7: which robot vacuum is best for you?

By Carrie Marshall published 1 October 22

The Roomba i7 is a great robot vacuum. But is the more premium j7 worth the extra money?

Apple AirPods Pro 2 buds on left, Sony WF-1000XM4 buds on right

AirPods Pro 2 vs Sony WF-1000XM4: which elite wireless earbuds are best for you?

By Carrie Marshall published 9 September 22

Sony's WF-1000XM4 have been top of the pile when it comes to wireless earbuds, but Apple's improved AirPods Pro 2nd Gen are serious competition.

Kim Kardashian wearing a pair of Beats Fit Pro that match her skin tone

AirPods Pro 2 vs Beats Fit Pro: are you better off with Apple's budget buds?

By Carrie Marshall last updated 14 September 22

The Beats Fit Pro offered AirPods Pro tech for less. Are they still worth buying now the AirPods Pro 2 are here?

AirPods Pro 2 vs Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: whose silence is golden?

By Carrie Marshall last updated 9 September 22

The best noise canceling earbuds just got better. Can Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 compete?

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Which iPhone models will Apple drop when the iPhone 14 launches?

By Carrie Marshall published 6 September 22

Take one step forward if Apple plans to keep selling you into 2023. Not so fast, iPhone 11...

9 iPhone 14 rumors that probably won't come true

By Carrie Marshall last updated 6 September 22

Some rumors are based on inside information or well informed speculation. Others... not so much

Why an air fryer is an essential back-to-school buy

By Carrie Marshall published 3 September 22

Air fryers are the perfect gadget for student kitchens: they’re compact and deliver delicious fried food quickly and healthily

A selection of the best Apple Pencil alternatives including Wacom Bamboo Sketch, Logitech Crayon and Wacom Bamboo Fineline Stylus

Best Apple Pencil alternatives 2022: what stylus is for you?

By Carrie Marshall published 24 August 22

Buying Guide We love the Apple Pencil, but it’s not the only iPad stylus you should consider. These rivals are worth investigating.

The Ninja Air Fryer Max AF160 next to a plate of chips cooked in it

9 things you need to know about your new air fryer

By Carrie Marshall last updated 5 July 23

From energy consumption to what you should and shouldn’t fry, here are all your air fryer questions answered.

AirPods Max worn by a man silhouetted against the sunset

AirPods Max 2: what we want to see

By Carrie Marshall last updated 3 February 23

The AirPods Max 2 haven't been announced, but here are the top rumors and things we'd like to see from Apple's next noise-canceling over-ears.

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6 upgrades AirPods Pro 2 need to make me buy them

By Carrie Marshall published 15 August 22

Six things I really hope the AirPods 2 will deliver, including one that Apple almost certainly won’t

Potatoes that have been steamed and mashed in the bowl of an Instant Pot

How to clean an Instant Pot

By Carrie Marshall published 2 August 22

Banish burnt-on food, grease, grime and lingering odors from any Instant Pot – including air fryer models

Instant Pot vs Pressure Cooker: The Instant Pot Pro Crisp with the ingredients to make a slow cooked beef chilli

Instant Pot vs Pressure Cooker: which should you buy?

By Carrie Marshall published 1 August 22

An Instant Pot delivers the convenience of a pressure cooker, but it’s also capable of much more

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What makes a good Dolby Atmos soundbar?

By Carrie Marshall published 26 June 22

A Dolby Atmos soundbar will completely transform the sound of your TV. Here's how to choose the best one for you.

5 essential tips to find the perfect portable Bluetooth speaker for you

By Carrie Marshall last updated 19 June 23

How to find the perfect outdoor portable Bluetooth speaker for the beach, the garden or the wilderness.

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What is Microsoft Soundscape?

By Carrie Marshall published 17 May 22

Microsoft's brilliant iPhone app brings augmented reality to your ears.

Could the first Sonos headphones come with Wi-Fi?

By Carrie Marshall published 26 April 22

Patents show Sonos has been exploring true wireless earbuds and some exciting-sounding over-ear headphones too.

a person holding a pair of black wireless over-ear headphones

Hear we go: the history of wireless headphones

By Carrie Marshall published 24 April 22

In-depth How the first cans paved the way for the best wireless headphones of 2022.

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