Articles by Michelle Rae Uy, Contributor

Michelle Rae Uy is the former Buying Guides Editor at TechRadar. She's a Los Angeles-based tech, travel and lifestyle writer covering a wide range of topics, from computing to the latest in green commutes to the best hiking trails.

She's an ambivert who enjoys communing with nature and traveling for months at a time just as much as watching movies and playing sim games at home. That also means that she has a lot more avenues to explore in terms of understanding how tech can improve the different aspects of our lives.

A past IGN, Insider, and Thrillist contributor, you can also see her work on T3, Creative Bloq, and Digital Camera World. When not testing cool gadgets, she's gallivanting around the world, going on adventures, learning the latest TikTok dance trend, or cuddling with her tuxedo cats while watching reruns of the X-Files or listening to podcasts about astronomy.

She dreams of traveling to space one day, maybe when it's cheap to do so and hyperspace is no longer just a sci-fi concept.

Articles by: Michelle Rae Uy

I'm a smart homes editor - here are 5 after-Christmas deals I would grab to protect my home

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 27 December 23

Take up to 50% off these home security cameras to protect your home and family in the new year for less.

Gear up early for spring cleaning with these cordless vacuums that are up to 75% off from Shark, LG and more

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 26 December 23

Why wait until spring when you could save so much now for your spring cleaning supplies? These cordless vacuums are up to 75% off at Walmart.

This Ninja air fryer hits its lowest price in three years - and you should grab it before the deal is gone

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 24 December 23

With a deep 42% discount on Amazon, the Ninja AF101 is the cheapest it's been in three years and only $9 more than its record-low price from 2021.

This 58-inch 4K TV won't arrive by Christmas, but it's worth grabbing with this 40% discount

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 24 December 23

This 40% deal on a 58-inch 4K TV on Amazon is a steal, even if it won't arrive by Christmas. It's a highly-rated TV lauded for its picture quality and great value.

Govee Curtain Lights during author's testing

Govee Curtain Lights review: I'm obsessed

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 23 December 23

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The Govee Curtain Lights may be a perfect addition to your holiday decorations, but they're versatile enough to use all year and amazing enough you'd want to use them every day.

9 great last-minute gifts at Amazon that will arrive before Christmas - and are up to 40% off

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 23 December 23

These epic deals make your last-minute shopping a breeze, and you'll get them on the 24th just in time for Christmas.

How to spot Santa with your smart home this year

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 23 December 23

Santa better watch out. Smart home devices have come to town, which means it’ll be so much easier to catch jolly old Saint Nick.

Hurry! iRobot's 1-day Christmas shipping ends today - save up to $645 on robot vacuums and mops

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 21 December 23

Looking for last-minute deals and gift ideas? These iRobot robot vacuums and mops are up to $645 off - and you can get them before Christmas if you order today

Need last-minute gift ideas? These night sky projectors are the perfect presents to light up the holidays

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 21 December 23

People can't stop complimenting my holiday lights, thanks to these night sky projectors that make for the perfect last-minute gifts.

Alexa is helping me celebrate the holidays with these festive features

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 20 December 23

Alexa loves the holidays too - here's how it will help with your last-minute festivity prep.

Dreo ChefMaker air fryer review: the best air fryer, but also more than an air fryer

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 20 December 23

Editor's Choice

The Dreo ChefMaker is the best air fryer I’ve tested, and while it’s expensive, it’s a product I’d happily splurge on.

Seattle Coffee Gear Diletta Bello+ during testing

Seattle Coffee Gear Diletta Bello+ espresso machine review: take your espresso making craft to the next level

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 18 December 23

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Manual espresso machines like the Seattle Coffee Gear Diletta Bello+ makes espresso making a meditative art and experience. Find out why it’s worth its hefty price tag.

Govee Christmas String Lights on a small tree during testing

Govee Christmas String Lights review: stylish smart holiday lights for economizing Yule-lovers

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 15 December 23

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They’re clever and fun too

Get in the festive spirit with smart lights

5 fun and creative ways to use smart lights to get in the festive spirit

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 11 December 23

Walk in your own winter wonderland the smart way with these holiday decoration ideas that will set everyone’s eyes all aglow.

24 smart home gifts to check off your Christmas list – your ultimate guide for the holidays

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 11 December 23

All they want for Christmas are these smart home devices. Here is my ultimate gift guide for every smart home user.

Happy Llama Tech Refrigerated Smart Feeder

This smart wet food dispenser keeps my cat's dinner chilled – and me too

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 7 December 23

This smart wet food dispenser, the world’s first refrigerated one, is the best I’ve tested yet for many reasons.

Sorry, smart speakers - the Echo Show 8 is better and on sale for just $55 at Amazon

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 6 December 23

The perfect versatile device for controlling your smart home devices, the Echo Show 8 is now only $55 - that's a 58% holiday discount.

Holiday flu season, begone: jolly deals on air purifiers and humidifiers from Shark, GoveeLife, and more

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 5 December 23

These holiday air purifier and humidifier deals will help ensure your loved ones' health and well-being these wintery months at a bargain.

Deck the halls with these smart Christmas light gifts that arrive before the holidays

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 5 December 23

Create your own wintry wonderland with these fantastic holiday deals on smart Christmas lights.

Give the gift of warmth this Christmas with these smart heaters under $120

By Michelle Rae Uy Published 30 November 23

Smart heaters will let you and your loved ones stay nice and toasty this winter for less, especially with these deals that are still live.

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Coffee maker Black Friday deals 2023: the best deals still available now

By Hamish Hector Last updated 28 November 23

Your Black Friday coffee maker guide to help you find the best deals during the sales season!

Clean up with these brilliant Cyber Monday Shark vacuum deals from Walmart and Best Buy

By Rowan Davies Last updated 28 November 23

These epic Cyber Monday deals from Shark will help you upgrade your cleaning without paying the full price.

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Cyber Monday camera deals 2023: top sales still here on Sony, Canon, and more

By John Loeffler Last updated 28 November 23

Most Cyber Monday camera deals remain, with tons of great offers you can get right now.

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Cyber Monday Dyson deals 2023: Today's sales on Dyson vacuums, hair and air care

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated 28 November 23

Cyber Monday Dyson deals are live now, and these are the best we've found so far.

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Black Friday gaming chair deals 2023 - the best discounts still available

By Rob Dwiar Last updated 25 November 23

Black Friday Black Friday gaming chair deals have come to an end, but we are still seeing some fantastic deals on gaming chairs slip through the cracks.

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