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 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

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

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

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

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

Ecovacs Deebots N79S

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

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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

Samsung Bespoke Fridge

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

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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

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

The Ring breaking glass sensor - an add on for the brand's smart alarm system - installed on a wall

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

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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.

Ninja AF100UK

Ninja Air Fryer AF100UK review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated

The Ninja Air Fryer AF100UK produces crispy fries and wings. but how does it compare to rivals from Instant and Philips?

Instant Pot Duo Crisp

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

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

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

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.

The Cosori CP158-AF on a beige background

This Cosori air fryer is back to its Black Friday price

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Cosori ‎CP158-AF air fryer has been discounted by 15%, offering a hefty saving.

An Instant Vortex Pro air fryer on a pink background

How I’m going to use my air fryer to beat my January takeaway obsession

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

This handy kitchen appliance is speedy and healthy

The BaByliss 900 cordless hot brush on a wooden table

BaByliss 9000 Cordless Hot Brush review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The BaByliss 9000 Cordless Hot Brush ensures you no longer need to be tethered to a power outlet when you want to style your hair.

The front view of the Facebook Portal Plus

Facebook Portal Plus review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Facebook Portal Plus is the social media giant’s largest smart display, but how does it compare to the Amazon’s Echo show range?

The De’Longhi La Specialista Arte EC9155MB on a kitchen countertop

De'Longhi La Specialista Arte EC9155MB review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Recommended

The De’Longhi La Specialista Arte EC9155MB is an espresso machine with a built-in grinder and integrated steam wand, letting you play barista at home.

Apple AirTags

Apple AirTags help you find your lost stuff… until you lose the AirTag itself

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Here’s why opting for non-Apple approved accessories for AirTags turned out to be an expensive mistake.

Dyson V8 Absolute

Which Dyson do I have? Here’s why you need to know

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Want to purchase replacement parts or know how to clean your Dyson vacuum properly? You’ll need your model number and here’s how to find it.

The Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer AF400 on a kitchen countertop

Ninja Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer AF400 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Cook two different foods at the same time with this large-capacity air fryer

The Ninja Ice Cream Maker NC300 on a kitchen countertop

Ninja Ice Cream Maker NC300 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

A dedicated appliance for making frozen dessert that turns out creamy, smooth sweet treats – but it’s expensive

TheHisense Hi-Move IV HVC6264BKUK cordless vacuum being used to clean a hard floor

Hisense Hi-Move IV HVC6264BKUK cordless vacuum review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

How does Hisense’s top-of-the-range cordless vacuum compare to rival models from Shark and Dyson?

The Dyson Ball Animal 2 being used to clean hard wood floors

Dyson Ball Animal 2 review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

The Dyson Ball Animal 2 is an easy-to-use upright vacuum cleaner, but can it match the brand’s cordless floor cleaners when it comes to dust pick-up?

The app used to control the Tado Smart Thermostat displaying the Energy IQ feature

Tado’s latest smart thermostat feature shows you exactly how much turning the heating up will cost you

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

Tado is following Drayton and Samsung in launching a feature that connects to your smart meter and lets you see just how much it’s costing to heat your home.

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 last updated

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

The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 on a blue background on the left and the Arlo Video Doorbell on a pink background on the right

Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 vs Arlo Video Doorbell: Which doorbell camera is right for you?

By Carrie-Ann Skinner published

We pit Ring’s top-of-the-range video doorbell against its rival from Arlo to help you choose the best video doorbell for your home.

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