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Lauren Goode

    Latest articles by Lauren Goode

    Technology
    Your Cheat Sheet for Talking About Tech This ThanksgivingYour Cheat Sheet for Talking About Tech This Thanksgiving
    Technology

    No, hoverboards aren’t real.

    By Lauren Goode and Dieter Bohn
    Technology
    The iPad Pro Has an App Store ProblemThe iPad Pro Has an App Store Problem
    Technology

    Smaller developers are trying to figure out how to make money.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Microsoft Band 2 Review: An Identity Crisis on Your WristMicrosoft Band 2 Review: An Identity Crisis on Your Wrist
    Technology

    Microsoft has thrown in everything but the kitchen sink to make its case in wearables.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Roku 4 Review: The Best Video Streaming Box, Right NowRoku 4 Review: The Best Video Streaming Box, Right Now
    Technology

    The best “cable killer” is the simplest solution.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Amazon Fire TV 2 ReviewAmazon Fire TV 2 Review
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    Alexa, take over my television.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    August Announces Siri-Enabled Smart Locks and a Doorbell CameraAugust Announces Siri-Enabled Smart Locks and a Doorbell Camera
    Technology

    Also in the works: A plan to offer a platform for managing all kinds of home maintenance and delivery services.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Code/Mobile 2015: Fitbit Co-Founder and CEO James ParkCode/Mobile 2015: Fitbit Co-Founder and CEO James Park
    Technology
    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    We Have Not Yet Reached Peak WearableWe Have Not Yet Reached Peak Wearable
    Technology

    The wearables we’ve seen over the past five years or so are still in the early stages of where wearables can go.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Hands-On With Google’s New Nexus 6P SmartphoneHands-On With Google’s New Nexus 6P Smartphone
    Technology

    From a pure hardware perspective, Google has made some impressive strides.

    By Lauren Goode
    Technology
    Smartphone Camera Shootout: How the iPhone 6s Plus Takes On the CompetitionSmartphone Camera Shootout: How the iPhone 6s Plus Takes On the Competition
    Technology

    As far as photos go on the Samsung Galaxy 6S, the LG G4 and the iPhone 6s, there’s no clear winner.

    By Lauren Goode and Dan Seifert