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Jordan McMahon

Technology Writer, the Strategist

Jordan McMahon is a writer at the Strategist who covers a wide array of gadgets and how software can help build better relationships with technology in our lives. He has also written for Wired, Wirecutter, and Reviewed.com.

  1. gifts
    73 Gifts for Every Type of HusbandA one-stop shop for your hard-to-buy-for spouse.
  2. gifts
    The Best Tech Gifts to Give This YearThe trendiest — and actually useful — gadgets and gizmos for the tech-obsessed.
  3. gaming
    A man wearing a VR headset, holding two controllers, standing outside using the headset.
    Meta Made a New Affordable VR Headset, and I Can’t Put It DownYou won’t be able to, either.
  4. e-readers
    The 9 Very Best e-ReadersFor carrying all your books in your pocket.
  5. gifts
    The Best Tech Gifts They Don’t Have to Set UpNo troubleshooting required.
  6. gifts
    55 Gifts Under $50 for Every Type of Co-workerIncluding your desk mate and that co-worker you’ve never actually met IRL.
  7. travel
    The 13 Very Best Laptop BackpacksProtect your tech — without compromising style.
  8. smart home
    The 9 Very Best Digital Picture FramesThe perfect complement to your digital camera or your smartphone’s photo library.
  9. gifts
    57 Gifts Under $10 (That You Can Buy on Amazon)From gourmet snacks and drinks to baby gifts and kids’ gloves.
  10. gifts
    The 47 Best Gifts for Gamers, According to GamersFrom a retro console to beginner streaming gear.
  11. tablets and smartwatches
    The 6 Very Best SmartwatchesFor fitness enthusiasts and those just looking to use their phone less without missing a ping, we’ve found the best smartwatches to suit your needs.
  12. sleep gear
    The 7 Very Best Alarm ClocksIt’s time to start waking up on the right side of the bed.
  13. vacuums
    The 6 Very Best Robot Vacuums for PetsHands-off options for staying on top of pet hair.
  14. vacuums
    The 6 Very Best Robot Vacuum CleanersThe best robot vacuums to keep your floors squeaky clean, according to our tech writer.
  15. speakers
    The 10 Very Best Bluetooth SpeakersFor listening to music just about anywhere.
  16. headphones
    Beats Studio Pros Are at an All-Time LowThe Kim Kardashian collaboration colors are almost half off too.
  17. productivity
    The 5 Very Best Blue-Light-Blocking GlassesIf you can’t quit scrolling before bed, blue-light-blocking glasses can help prevent screen time from messing with your sleep.
  18. speakers
    The 6 Very Best TurntablesListening to vinyl doesn’t have to be intimidating — we tested turntables and talked to experts to find the best ones to spin your collection.
  19. electronics
    The 7 Very Best Cable OrganizersTurn a labyrinth of cables and wires into a sleek and organized system.
  20. gaming
    The 6 Very Best Handheld Game ConsolesFor gaming anywhere.
  21. tablets and smartwatches
    The 11 Very Best iPad CasesIncluding lightweight, extra-durable, and sleek leather options.
  22. electronics
    The 7 Very Best Portable ChargersFor extra power when you need it.
  23. e-readers
    Our Favorite Kindle Is $70 Off Right NowYou’ll save enough to grab yourself a new book or two.
  24. headphones
    The 8 Very Best Wireless EarbudsWe tested many pairs, and these are our favorites.
  25. phones and accessories
    Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold Makes Me Want to Ditch My iPhoneYou can’t beat having a tablet in your pocket.
  26. speakers
    This Tiny But Mighty Speaker Is the Cheapest We’ve Seen ItOur favorite less-expensive Bluetooth speaker produces good sound and is easy to take along wherever you go.
  27. electronics
    The Best Apple Sales to Shop Right NowGenuinely good deals on iPads, AirPods, MacBooks, and more.
  28. headphones
    The Beats Headphones Kim K. Designed Are Over $100 OffPlus, they come with two years of AppleCare+.
  29. tablets and smartwatches
    Apple’s Last-Gen iPad Is Down to Its Lowest Price EverGet one for the kids.
  30. headphones
    Sony’s Excellent Noise-Cancelling Headphones Are Down to Their Lowest Price EverThey have great sound quality and effective noise-cancellation plus some other handy features.
  31. productivity
    A Pop-up Desk That I Bring to Coffee ShopsThis laptop stand folds up into a case that holds a wireless keyboard and track pad.
  32. electronics
    The Latest MacBook Air Is on Sale for $850A thin and light machine that can do it all.
  33. tablets and smartwatches
    I Know Which iPad You Should GetI’ve tried nine models since 2012, including all the models in the current lineup.
  34. tech
    How I Turned My iPhone into a 2007 BlackBerryI really missed that physical keyboard.
  35. amazon prime day 2024
    The 55 Best Last-Minute Prime Day Tech DealsIncluding AirPods, gaming gear, and robot vacuums.
  36. amazon prime day 2024
    I’m Constantly Testing Robot Vacuums—Here Are the Five Best Prime Day DealsIncluding a robovac for under $200
  37. amazon prime day 2024
    Big Ticket, Worth It: The Apple Watch Ultra 2 (and Other Great Apple Deals)It’s the lowest price we’ve seen for Apple’s best smartwatch.
  38. e-readers
    I’ve Tried Every Single Kindle Since 2013. Here Are the Best.And I’ve figured out the best one for every type of reader.
  39. vacuums
    Our Favorite Robot Vacuum Is Down to Its Lowest Price EverIt’s one of the few actually good early Prime Day deals.
  40. e-readers
    This Thing Is Like a Kindle, But It Fits in My PocketAnd because it runs Android, it does so much more than other e-readers.
  41. sleep gear
    This Lamp Turns My Bedroom Into a James Turrell InstallationIt helps me wake up and wind down my day better, but I love it all the hours in between too.
  42. gifts
    The 47 Best Father’s Day Gifts for Techie DadsGadgets and gizmos for dads who are into photography, groovy tunes, molecular gastronomy, gaming, and more.
  43. e-readers
    I Sold My Kindles to Get a Kobo — and Its Color E-Reader Is Even BetterIt’s good for more than just reading comics.
  44. celebrity shopping
    What Nikki Glaser Can’t Live WithoutI don’t really allow a lot of luxury in my life because I’m a self-loathing comedian.
  45. what i can’t live without
    What Sasha Velour Can’t Live Without“I need people to just recognize that I’m going for Audrey Hepburn with my black turtlenecks.”
  46. tech
    These On-Ear Beats Headphones Are 35 Percent Off Right NowYes, they sound as good as they look.
  47. mother’s day 2024
    43 Last-Minute Gifts That Will Arrive by Mother’s DayMom will have no idea you procrastinated.
  48. deal of the day
    Our Favorite Portable Speaker Is 38 Percent Off Right NowCarry a tune wherever you go.
  49. tech
    This Handheld Gaming Console Made Me Love Games AgainBut that’s not all the Lenovo Legion Go can do.
  50. how i pick my picks
    You Don’t Need a Screen Protector for Your PhoneTechnology writer Jordan McMahon tells us how he picks his picks.
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