Michelle Rae Uy

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

Windows 11: recover lost Windows passwords

How to recover lost Windows passwords

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Whether you’re using a Microsoft Account or a local Windows account, there are ways to get back in. Here are the different ways to recover your lost Windows passwords.

Urbanista Lisbon on a black desk mat

Urbanista Lisbon

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Urbanista Lisbon: snug fit, good sound, impressive mic, long battery life

Secretlab Magnus Pro XL Metal Desk

Secretlab Magnus Pro XL Metal Desk review

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

The Secretlab Magnus Pro XL takes what made its predecessor so good, refines it, and adds standing desk functionality for one of the best gaming desks we’ve seen.

SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless on a white table

SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless offers lots of special features, from dual actuation capable keys to its customizable actuation points, but it's pricey.

Corsair HS55 Wireless Core on a colorful desk mat

Corsair HS55 Wireless Core

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

The Corsair HS55 Wireless Core does on-the-go gaming well

Roccat Kone XP Air on a white surface

Roccat Kone XP Air

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

The Roccat Kone XP Air is not exactly a budget gaming mouse. However, its many features, coupled with its smooth performance, make it a better value than its rivals.

Water-resistant vs waterproof headphones

Water-resistant vs waterproof headphones: what's the difference?

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Let's talk about the difference between water-resistant and waterproof headphones.

Razer Basilisk V3 Pro with Mouse Dock Pro on a white table

Razer Basilisk V3 Pro

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

If you want the whole package, the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro might be what you’re looking for. It’s fast and responsive, comfortable to use, and comes with all the frills you want in a gaming mouse.

Jlab Go Air Sport in yellow on a desk

Jlab Go Air Sport

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Editor's Choice

Sitting in the budget range of workout headphones, the Jlab Go Air Sport punch above their weight in sound quality, fit, and battery life.

What AirPods Pro 2 should learn from the Beats Fit Pro

3 things the AirPods Pro 2 should steal from Beats Fit Pro

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

A secure fit, longer battery life, cheaper price, and a stemless design are among the things the AirPods Pro 2 should steal from the Beats Fit Pro.

Logitech G502 X Plus on a leatherette desk mat with its RGB turned on

Logitech G502 X Plus review

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Recommended

The Logitech G502 X Plus takes the legacy of the Logitech G502 line up several notches, ushering in a new era for one of the most popular gaming mice in the world.

Razer Deathadder V3 Pro on a mouse pad

Razer Deathadder V3 Pro review

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Best in Class

There are gaming mice, and there are GAMING MICE. The Razer Deathadder V3 Pro belongs to the latter. It’s the mouse that rules all other mice, wireless and otherwise.

How to ride an electric scooter safely: A person on an electric scooter on a road covered with leaves

How to ride an electric scooter safely

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Electric scooters are safe to ride as long as you practice safe and defensive riding. Here are five beginner tips on how to ride an e-scooter safely.

Roccat Kone XP with its RGB lighting in full display on a purple desk mat

Roccat Kone XP review

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

An almost perfect mouse, the Roccat Kone XP ticks most of our boxes. The only sore point here is its RGB lighting, which isn’t going to be appealing to everyone.

Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro on a white table

Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro review

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Best in Class

The Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro boasts a short actuation distance, ultra-low-latency connectivity, and its low-profile linear optical switch that feel fantastic to type on.

HP Chromebase All-in-One 22 on a standing desk next to its keybooard and mouse

HP Chromebase All-in-One 22 review

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Great Value

The HP Chromebase All-in-One 22 is proof that a budget all-in-one is, in fact, possible. Read our review to find out if it’s right for you.

Anker Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K outdoors

5 tips for choosing an outdoor projector for your summer movie nights

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Summer’s in full swing so here are our top outdoor projector tips, including what to look for in an outdoor projector and how to make the most out of it.

Philips Hue + Spotify lighting up a bedroom in pink and purple lights

Smart lights should be your next purchase – here's how to save money on them

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Prime Day 2022 Want smart lights? Here’s how to get them the right way for much less.

A hand over a keyboard with 100 dollar bills flying out

Is a cheap laptop worth your money in 2022?

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Is buying a cheap laptop worth it or a complete waste of your money? Take it from a skeptic-turned-believer: power isn’t everything.

The best small keyboards

Best small keyboards: the best keyboards for smaller hands

By Michelle Rae Uy Last updated

Buying Guide The best small keyboards are ideal in many situations. These keyboards pack a punch in their small form factor, so they’re capable and comfortable to use.

best free collage maker

The best free collage maker 2022: create your own photo collages

By Daryl Baxter Last updated

Updated The best free collage makers to transform ordinary photos into works of art for printing or sharing online.

Razer Kiyo Pro vs Elgato Facecam

Razer Kiyo Pro vs Elgato Facecam: which webcam is best?

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Versus Is there an ultimate winner in the Razer Kiyo Pro vs Elgato Facecam faceoff?

Roccat Burst Pro Air mice in all their RGB lighting glory

Roccat Burst Pro Air review

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

Recommended

The Roccat Burst Pro Air offers a brilliant design along with stellar performance for an almost perfect wireless gaming mouse.

How to disable Windows 10 services

How to disable Windows services and speed up your PC

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

When you disable Windows services that aren’t necessary, you’re freeing up precious PC resources that can be allocated to more vital applications.

Logitech vs Razer webcams

Logitech vs Razer webcams: which are best?

By Michelle Rae Uy Published

When it comes to webcams, it boils down to Logitech vs Razer. Find out which brand is ideal for you.

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