Articles by Lauren Wadowsky

Ok, so it might seem a little early to talk about Black Friday deals. But, honestly, they’re already here. While Amazon’s official Black Friday is still a few weeks away, tons of tech deals have already gone live. And I’m..

My shtick here at Gadget Flow is that of a harried mom; obsessed with tech and busy after work, caring for my home and family. It’s 100% true. Over the years, I’ve daydreamed about having a robot helper at home,..

If you’re raising a child these days, inevitably you’ll hear: “Mom/Dad, when can I have a phone???”Triple question marks included. My answers have ranged from “never” to “when you’re 30,” and on calmer days, a very reasonable 17. I love..

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday…especially when I’m not the one cooking! There’s nothing better than sinking into a turkey dinner in front of a roaring fire, without stressing about over- or under-basting. Over the years, my family and I have..

In my house, Halloween isn’t just for the kids. My husband and I get in on the fun, too—by turning our place into the spookiest apartment on the block. And since I’ve got this pretty cool gig at Gadget Flow,..

Between work deadlines and school pick-ups, I definitely feel like I’m on a treadmill most days—just not the kind that burns actual calories! But I have been trying to move more—walking when I can, sneaking in quick weight-lifting sessions—but I’ve..

Sometimes you just want a really cheap pair of headphones. In those moments, there’s Temu. I’ve bought my share of stuff from the Chinese discount retailer in recent years—mostly kids’ galoshes and makeup boxes—with mixed results. So, when I was..

I’ve struggled with my skin for decades: acne in my teens, breakouts in my twenties, and fine lines creeping in in my thirties. And I’ve tried combating them with pricy creams, painful retinol treatments, and hooky-sounding TikTok hacks. Some worked,..

Maybe I’m tired of seeing AI slapped onto every new product this year…or I’m just getting cranky in my old age. But “eh” was my reaction when I saw the teaser video for the Honor Robot Phone, a concept that..

Thinking about buying the Garmin Venu 3? You’re not alone. Garmin just released the Venu 4, but the previous version still has plenty to offer; especially if you’re looking for great features without dropping a ton of cash. That’s why..

It might not feel like it yet, but trust me, the holidays are right around the corner. And if you’re eyeing a Garmin smartwatch for yourself or a loved one, you’re definitely not alone. That’s why I’m comparing two of..

Back in my college days, a gaming laptop meant a heavy black rectangle with fans that sounded like a jet engine. Well, the best gaming laptops have come a long way in 2025. That take-off sound is gone—replaced by state-of-the-art..