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Lauren Goode

    Latest articles by Lauren Goode

    Technology
    Five Things You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know About CESFive Things You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know About CES
    Technology

    No, the Adult Entertainment Expo no longer overlaps with the International CES.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Finally, a Smartwatch That Doesn’t Look Like a Geek WatchFinally, a Smartwatch That Doesn’t Look Like a Geek Watch
    Technology

    Withings proves that you don’t have to sacrifice fashion for a “smart” watch.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    This Rock in My Bra Told Me I Am Too DistractedThis Rock in My Bra Told Me I Am Too Distracted
    Technology

    As I write this, Spire’s home screen tells me I was just calm for four minutes.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Storehouse Turns Your Photos Into Multimedia Works of ArtStorehouse Turns Your Photos Into Multimedia Works of Art
    Technology

    Storehouse turns vacation albums, photo essays and even DIY videos into compelling mobile “stories.”

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Code/Media SF in Three Minutes (Video)Code/Media SF in Three Minutes (Video)
    Technology

    The smartest minds in digital media joined us for a lively conversation Thursday night in San Francisco. Here are some of the don’t-miss moments.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Misfit Raises $40 Million From Xiaomi, Plans Entry Into the Connected HomeMisfit Raises $40 Million From Xiaomi, Plans Entry Into the Connected Home
    Technology

    Misfit says it will launch several new products in the coming months.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Food-Coaching Apps Rise and Noom Keep You on Track -- At a CostFood-Coaching Apps Rise and Noom Keep You on Track -- At a Cost
    Technology

    Would you pay $10 to $15 per week for a diet coach you’ll never meet? Surprisingly, you might want to consider it.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Tech Deals on Black Friday: What to Buy and What to Re/sistTech Deals on Black Friday: What to Buy and What to Re/sist
    Technology

    Choose carefully among the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    “URL” Stands for...? New Pew Report Has Surprising Stats on America’s Tech Knowledge.“URL” Stands for...? New Pew Report Has Surprising Stats on America’s Tech Knowledge.
    Technology

    Bill Gates is well-known, but only 21 percent of American tech consumers recognize Sheryl Sandberg: The surprising results of Pew’s survey on Americans’ knowledge of technology.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Holiday Gift Guide: Gadgets for Fitness FreaksHoliday Gift Guide: Gadgets for Fitness Freaks
    Technology

    Discover the best gifts for active people -- or those who want to be more active in the new year -- with this Re/code guide to top health-and-fitness gadgets.

    By Lauren Goode