Carrie-Ann Skinner

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 side view of the Imou Bullet 2 mounted on a property

Imou Bullet 2 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Imou Bullet 2 is a weatherproof, mains-powered home security camera that records Full HD footage. How does it compare to rivals from Arlo and Ring?

The front view of the Instant Vortex Mini

Instant Vortex Mini review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Instant Vortex Mini is a more compact version of the brand’s Instant Vortex air fryer, and is great for singles and couples – but how does it compare to rivals from Philips and Ninja?

The De’Longhi La Specialista Arte in a home kitchen

This new De’Longhi coffee maker finally cuts out the worst part of making espresso at home

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

De’Longhi’s latest coffee machine comes with some simple accessories to make creating espresso at home far easier and less messy.

The front view of the Imou A1 home security camera

Imou A1 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

An affordable indoor home security camera with a privacy shutter

A coffee with lattee art on the top

We ask a barista how to make coffee-shop worthy drinks at home

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated

You can make coffee-shop standard hot drinks at home -this barista shares some of the tricks of the trade.

Amazon Echo

How to reset an Amazon Echo so you can donate it to friends or family

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Resetting an Amazon Echo, either if it's not working properly or you’ve upgraded and are giving it away, is easy when you know how.

The Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max on a green background

Get this Eufy robot vacuum for its lowest price ever right now

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 11S Max has been discounted by almost a40%, offering a hefty saving.

A woman holding the Vax ONEPWR Blade 4

Vax ONEPWR Blade 4 Dual Pet & Car Cordless Vacuum Cleaner review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Vax ONEPWR Blade 4 Dual Pet & Car Cordless Vacuum Cleaner is lightweight and affordable, but how does it compare to rivals from Dyson and Shark?

The Ninja Personal Blender and Smoothie Maker QB3001 on a blue background

Seize this Ninja smoothie maker for its (almost) lowest price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Ninja Nutri Slim Blender and Smoothie Maker QB3001UK has been discounted by 17%, offering a hefty saving.

The Ninja Foodi 9-in-1 electric pressure cooker OP350UK on a green background

Snap up this Instant Pot alternative for its almost lowest price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Ninja Foodi Electric multi-cooker OP350UK has been discounted by 25%, offering a hefty saving.

The Facebook Portal Go on an orange background, the Facebook Portal on a red background

Facebook Portal Go vs Facebook Portal: which smart display should you buy this Black Friday?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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

the side view of the Google Nest Cam (Wired)

Google Nest Cam (wired) review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Google Nest Cam (wired) is the brand’s latest home security camera. It’s more affordable than other models, but still offers facial recognition smarts

The Eufy SoloCam E20 on a blue background

Grab this Eufy home security for its lowest ever price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Eufy SoloCam E40 has been discounted by 21%, offering a hefty saving.

The home screen of the Facebook Portal Go

Facebook Portal Go review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Facebook Portal Go is the latest smart display from the social media network, but how does it compare to the Amazon’s Echo show range?

The Yale Smart Delivery Box in front of a home

Is Yale’s latest security device the answer to lost and stolen parcels?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Yale Smart Delivery Box is a secure place couriers can leave you parcels, and could put an end to the millions of stolen deliveries that occur every year.

The Eufycam 2 Pro kit comprising two cameras and a base station

EufyCam 2 Pro review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The EufyCam 2 Pro is a home security camera system that records in 2K, but how does it compare to rivals from Arlo and Ring?

The Cosori Pro LE Air Fryer L501 on a khaki green background

Snap up this Cosori air fryer for its lowest price ever

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Cosori Pro LE Air Fryer L501 has been discounted by 15%, offering a hefty saving.

The iPhone Leather Wallet with MagSafe on the back of an iPhone 13 Pro in blue

Why I won't use iPhone 13's MagSafe wallet, even though it's better than ever

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Apple has revamped its MagSafe wallet accessory for the iPhone 12 and above so you can use the Find My app to locate it, if it's misplaced. But is this really as good as it sounds?

Amazon Echo

Alexa Guard - what it is, and how to use it on your Echo

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Alexa Guard is a cool feature that can turn your Amazon Echo smart speaker or smart display into a security guard from your home

Ring Video Doorbell Pro vs Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2

Ring privacy ruling could increase the cost of owning a video doorbell

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated

A new privacy ruling regarding video doorbells means subscription services for your home security camera or a video doorbell are now a necessity, but this makes them far less affordable.

Blink Outdoor home security camera on a khaki background

Grab the Blink Outdoor home security camera for its lowest price ever

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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

The Panasonic EH-NA67 hair dryer lying on a jewellery box on a dressing table

Panasonic EH-NA67 hair dryer review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated

The Panasonic EH-NA67 hair dryer may look slightly unusual but how does its drying speeds compare to rivals from GHD and Dyson?

The Eufy 11S on a pink background

Snap up Eufy’s most affordable robot vacuum for its (almost) lowest price ever

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Eufy Boost IQ RoboVac 11S has been discounted by almost a third, offering a hefty saving.

The front view of the Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360

Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360 1080p review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360 1080p lets you pan and tilt the lens to get a clearer picture of your home, but how does it compare to models from Arlo and Ring?

An Amazon Echo on a kitchen shelf

What is Super Alexa Mode, and how do I activate it on an Amazon Echo?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Super Alexa Mode is a great way to see Alexa’s fun side as well as just how useful Amazon's voice assistant can be.

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