Articles by Carrie-Ann Skinner

Carrie-Ann Skinner was formerly Homes Editor at TechRadar, and has more than two decades of experience in both online and print journalism, with 13 years of that spent covering all-things tech. Carrie specializes in smart home devices such as smart plugs and smart lights, as well as large and small appliances including vacuum cleaners, air fryers, stand mixers, and coffee machines. Carrie is now a copy editor at PWC.

Articles by: Carrie-Ann Skinner

The Proscenic T22 Air Fryer on a kitchen countertop

Proscenic T22 air fryer review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 26 January 22

Proscenic’s latest air fryer uses less oil, is quieter in operation, and can cook at lower temperatures – but how does it compare to rivals from Instant and Ninja?

The Philips Hue Inara outdoor lighting range

Philips Hue’s new outdoor smart lights will help make your garden an extension of your home

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 25 January 22

Philips Hue’s new range of outdoor smart lights enable you to adjust the brightness and color from your phone, just as you can with its indoor lights.

The Ring Always Home Cam starting its surveillance path around a home

Ring’s home security drone is one step closer to going on sale

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 24 January 22

The invite list to get your hands on the Ring Always Home Cam, a security drone for your property, is now open.

An AirTag lying in grass with the metal side facing upwards

I lost my AirTag in a forest… but after two months I’ve been reunited with it

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 22 January 22

Here’s why enabling lost mode on your AirTag is vital

A espresso with late art on the top in a white coffee cup and saucer next to a hessian sack and coffee beans

This game-changing coffee maker trick means you’ll never drink bitter espresso again

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 22 January 22

Love making espresso at home but find it always tastes bitter? Here’s how to ensure coffee perfection.

The Instant Vortex Plus Dual Drawer Air Fryer with the light on so youcan keep an eye on the progress of what you're cooking

Instant Vortex Plus Dual Drawer Air Fryer review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 21 January 22

The brand behind Instant Pot has launched its first dual-basket air fryer, but how does it compare to rival Ninja?

Eufy SoloCam S40 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 20 January 22

The Eufy SoloCam S40 is a freestanding home security camera that’s ideal for external use since its integrated solar panel helps to keep the battery topped up.

The Nescafé Dolce Gusto Infinissima pod coffee machine on a orange background

This Dolce Gusto coffee maker is now at its lowest price ever

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 20 January 22

The Nescafé Dolce Gusto Infinissima has been discounted by 17%, offering a hefty saving.

The Blink outdoor home security camera on a khaki green background

These affordable Blink home security cameras are now even cheaper

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 19 January 22

The Blink Outdoor Wireless security camera has been discounted by a third, offering a hefty saving.

The Instant Pot Duo Crisp and Air Fry, which is on a blue background, has currently been discounted

This versatile Instant Pot is an air fryer and cooker in one – and it’s reduced by a third

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 18 January 22

The Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer has been discounted by 33%, offering a hefty saving.

Lenovo Smart Clock 2 review

By Cat Ellis, Carrie-Ann Skinner published 18 January 22

Updated A neat little clock/smart speaker hybrid, but it's hard to escape the fact that the Google Nest Hub does all this and more.

The Nespresso Vertuo Plus on a beige background

This Nespresso coffee machine just got a massive 60% price cut

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 17 January 22

The Nespresso Vertuo Plus has been discounted by 60%, offering a hefty saving.

The Amazon Echo Show 15 on a green background and the Amaozn Echo Show 10 on a pink background

Amazon Echo Show 15 vs Amazon Echo Show 10: which smart display should you choose?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 16 January 22

Amazon’s Echo Show 15 is its largest display ever, but costs the same as the Echo Show 10 - so we’ve tested to find out which is right for you.

Cinnamon Rolls that have been freshly baked and topped with sweetened cream cheese

I made cinnamon rolls in an air fryer and they were better than my usual method

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 15 January 22

Love cinnamon rolls but struggle to get them to look and taste like those you buy? We found out an air fryer is the secret to cooking them, and we'll never go back

Keep your home secure with this Arlo security camera which is close to its lowest price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 14 January 22

The Arlo Pro 4 home security camera has been discounted by 27%, offering a hefty saving.

The LIFX A60 colour smart bulb and its box on a blue background

Brighten up your smart home with this LIFX smart bulb that's close to its lowest price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 13 January 22

The LIFX A60 colour smart light bulb E27 has been discounted by 17%, offering a hefty saving.

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner with PowerFins & Flexology on a pink background

Snap up this Shark cordless vacuum for its Black Friday price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 12 January 22

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner with PowerFins & Flexology IZ300UK has been discounted by 46%, offering a hefty saving.

The Eufy Robovac G30 on a blue background

This Eufy robot vacuum is back down to its Black Friday price for today only

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 10 January 22

The Eufy Robovac G30 has been discounted by 31%, offering a hefty saving.

The Facebook Portal Go on a blue background next to the Facebook Portal Plus on a yellow background

Facebook Portal Go vs Facebook Portal Plus: which smart display should you buy?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 8 January 22

We tested the Facebook Portal Go against the Facebook Portal Plus to find out which really is the brand’s best smart display.

This Ecovacs voice-controlled robot vacuum is almost half-price for today only

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 7 January 22

The Ecovacs Deebot N79S robot vacuum is almost half-price at Amazon, offering a hefty saving

CES 2022: Large appliances are the latest way to give your home’s decor a refresh

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 6 January 22

CES 2022 Samsung and Hisense both unveiled matching suites of appliances at CES, but will consumers really be happy paying a premium to ensure their gadgets match the rest of their kitchen?

Ninja Foodi Max 15-in-1 SmartLid Multicooker

This Instant Pot alternative from Ninja is back to its Black Friday price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 6 January 22

The Ninja Foodi Max 15-in-1 SmartLid multicooker OL750UK has been discounted by 17%, offering a hefty saving

Ring’s latest alarm add-on can detect the sound of breaking glass

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 5 January 22

CES 2022 The Ring Alarm Glass Break Sensor is an add-on for the brand’s smart alarm that can identify and alert you if the sound of breaking glass is detected in your home.

This Instant Pot – which can replace an air fryer – is close to its lowest-ever price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published 5 January 22

The Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer 11-in-1 multicooker has been discounted by 20%, offering a hefty saving.

The eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual (Battery) on a white background next to its base station

This Eufy video doorbell helps solve the problem of lost and stolen packages

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 5 January 22

CES 2022 The Eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual (Battery) has two built-in cameras, one of which points downwards and will identify any packages left on the ground.

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