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

Ignore other e-scooters - this Black Friday electric scooter deal is the best I’ve seen

By Michelle Rae Uy published 17 November 23

Looking for an e-scooter? This 70% Black Friday electric scooter deal is the best one yet.

Ninja Black Friday deals are live - 50% off air fryers, blenders, and coffee makers

By Michelle Rae Uy published 16 November 23

Ninja Black Friday deals offer up to 50% off on air fryers, blenders and coffee makers.

These Black Friday night sky projector deals will light up your holidays and beyond

By Michelle Rae Uy published 15 November 23

Forget string lights - these Black Friday night sky projector deals will light up your home for the holidays and all throughout the year.

Five ways Alexa's Map View will help you manage your smart home devices more efficiently

By Michelle Rae Uy published 14 November 23

Alexa's Map View is coming – here are 5 ways it will make managing your smart home devices easier.

Tineco Floor One S7 Pro in use by author

Tineco Floor One S7 Pro review: keeping my apartment dirt, litter, and pet hair free

By Michelle Rae Uy published 12 November 23

Recommended

The Tineco Floor One S7 Pro is a massive time- and energy-saver, especially for households with pets and kids. Find out why by reading our review.

Yunzii AL71 keyboard review: bringing the fun back to customizable mechanical keyboards

By Michelle Rae Uy published 10 November 23

Editor's Choice

The Yunzii AL71 is an impressive mechanical keyboard with a lot of features. Read our review to see if it’s a good keyboard to add to your collection.

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Walmart's early Black Friday sale slashes $200 off this top-rated Shark cordless vacuum

By Michelle Rae Uy published 9 November 23

Grab the best Shark vacuum ever with this $200 Black Friday discount at Walmart.

I've been an Apple user for years – these are the best deals I would grab right now

By Michelle Rae Uy published 9 November 23

Take it from an experienced Apple user: these are the Apple Black Friday deals that are worth grabbing.

Quick! Walmart's early Black Friday sale slashes $300 off this Eufy robot vacuum

By Michelle Rae Uy published 8 November 23

This under $200 early Black Friday robot vacuum deal from Walmart feels like Christmas morning. That's a hefty $300 discount, more than 50% off.

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I usually avoid robot vacuums, but this record-low price on an iRobot makes me rethink my life choices

By Michelle Rae Uy published 7 November 23

This record-low price on an iRobot robot vacuum and mop, thanks to an early Black Friday deal on Amazon, makes me rethink my stance on robot vacuums.

Celebrate Alexa's 9th birthday with these smart home deals and a free gift at Amazon

By Michelle Rae Uy published 6 November 23

Several of Amazon's smart speakers and displays come bundled with a free smart light bulb as Alexa turns 9 this week.

Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd gen) in use by author

Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd gen) review: the near-perfect smart display for most households

By Michelle Rae Uy published 4 November 23

Recommended

Making smart speakers a tad redundant

Obsbot Tiny 2 review: great features come at great cost

By Michelle Rae Uy published 1 November 23

Best in Class

The Obsbot Tiny 2 is one of the best webcams I’ve ever tested, but the steep price tag narrows its pool of potential buyers considerably. Is it worth the splurge?

Tineco Pure One S11 on the author's floor

Tineco Pure One S11 smart vacuum review: an effective and robust cordless vacuum with some niggles

By Michelle Rae Uy published 31 October 23

The Tineco Pure One S11 is a solid alternative to Shark vacuum cleaners from a lesser-known brand. Find out if it’s the right cordless vacuum for your needs.

Acer Chromebook Spin 514 (2022) on a kitchen counter

How are Chromebooks better than Windows laptops?

By Michelle Rae Uy published 30 October 23

While it’s no match to Windows laptops when it comes to functionality, there are several reasons why you should go for a lean Chromebook over a traditional laptop with a full OS.

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5 ways your smart home devices can make your Halloween party extra spooky this year

By Michelle Rae Uy published 29 October 23

Last-minute Halloween decorations? Your smart lights, smart doorbell, smart speaker and even smart robot vacuum can help creep up your space for your party.

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT on a Moroccan poof

Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT review: Lots of cat-itude, but don’t turn up the mew-sic just yet

By Michelle Rae Uy published 26 October 23

Recommended

While the Razer Kraken Kitty V2 BT is a fun one to add to your gaming arsenal, its audio quality and mic performance leaves something to be desired.

Unagi Model One Voyager overlooking Los Angeles

Unagi Model One Voyager review: just as stunning but now longer-lasting

By Michelle Rae Uy published 25 October 23

The Unagi Model One Voyager comes with welcome upgrades. But are they enough to convince city commuters to hit buy?

Tineco Floor One S7 Pro in action next to cats

I have two cats, and this smart wet-and-dry vacuum cuts my cleaning time in half

By Michelle Rae Uy published 24 October 23

If you’re a cat person, this wet-and-dry vacuum will clean your floors with less effort from you.

Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe on the reviewer's couch

Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe review: more spacious and more protective than it looks

By Michelle Rae Uy published 24 October 23

Editor's Choice

The Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe is more impressive than it looks, and it’s the perfect backpack for city commutes and even a fantastic carry-on for long holidays.

Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Lightspeed on the tester's desk mat

Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Lightspeed review: lighter and better for gaming

By Michelle Rae Uy published 23 October 23

Recommended

The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 Lightspeed is a premium mouse that’s worth your money if you have the need for speed in gaming.

I'm a smart home editor - and these are the deals worth grabbing for Prime Day

By Michelle Rae Uy published 11 October 23

Take it from a smart home editor, these are the deals to grab for Prime Day if you want to expand your smart home setup.

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I prefer cordless vacuums over robot vacuums – these are the ones I'd buy on Prime Day

By Michelle Rae Uy published 10 October 23

Cordless vacuums are better than robovacs, and these are the best Prime Day deals to grab now.

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Microsoft Surface Go 4: everything we know so far about the new 2-in-1

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 21 September 23

With Microsoft's Surface event done and dusted, we've got a new Surface Go - but we didn't get to properly see it.

Surface Laptop Go 3 vs Surface Laptop Go 2: the key differences so far

By Michelle Rae Uy published 21 September 23

Launched at Microsoft's Surface event, the Surface Laptop Go 3 brings some upgrades, but are they enough to boost its appeal?

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