Florence Ion, Author at Gizmodo

What to Consider Before Buying a Refurbished Samsung Galaxy S21

Samsung is now offering "certified re-newed” Galaxy S21 smartphones at a discounted price, but before grabbing one, there are things to consider.

Gadgets Florence Ion

Gadgettes: What’s Next Up Apple’s Sleeve?

This week's podcast talks about what's next from Apple. Plus, the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones.

Reviews Florence Ion

SteelSeries’ Stratus+ Is Not a Replacement for My Favorite Mobile Controller, the Razer Kishi

SteelSeries' controller has a generic build that can't stand up to the more mobile-centric Razer Kishi I already use for gaming on my phone.

Gadgets Florence Ion

Official Swap to Android App Found Unlisted in iOS App Store, but It Still Needs Time to Bake

Hard to find and lacking a lot of features, this app has potential but needs work.

Tech News Florence Ion

No One’s Watching CNN+

It's no surprise people aren't interested in paying for an around-the-clock stream of constant American tragedy.

Internet Florence Ion

Netflix Realizes One Thumb Simply Isn’t Enough

The streaming giant is using the new rating system to help you figure out what to watch... and gather more data on you.

Internet Florence Ion

Unfortunately, YouTube Isn’t Bringing Picture-in-Picture to iPhone… at Least Not Yet

The company confirmed the long-awaited feature before backtracking and clarifying this update only applies to YouTube TV.

Tech News Florence Ion

Google Jumps on the Bandwagon With iFixit Repair Kits for Pixel Phones

Samsung and Apple are also slowly putting smartphone repairability back in your hands.

Tech News Florence Ion

Spotify’s Baffling ‘Car Thing’ Can Now Do More Things

It's still baffling and there's still no map feature to even vaguely justify its existence.

Gadgets Florence Ion

The Full Windows 95 Launch Event Video Is Finally Online: Here Are the Best and Worst Moments

Gates is in peak-geek mode, Ballmer is at top volume, the unbridled '90s nostalgia is off the charts, and there's way too much Jay Leno.

Tech News Florence Ion

Google’s New Multisearch Tool Is for Window-Shopping the Real World

You can try out the latest beta feature in the Google app on iOS and Android.

Tech News Florence Ion

Plex’s New Universal Search Is Already Better Than Google

The app wants to be your one-stop shop for all things streaming, and its new features show promise, even in beta.

Internet Florence Ion

NZXT Function Is a Mechanical Keyboard for People Who Want a Little Customization as a Treat

In a crowded marketplace, the Function may be the perfect keyboard for you. For the rest of us, it has its limits.

Accessories & Wearables Florence Ion

Samsung and the Winklevoss Twins Want to Put NFTs on Your TV

The South Korean giant has partnered with Nifty Gateway so you can buy and display your precious monkey pics.

Gadgets Florence Ion

My Favorite Tamagotchis of All Time

Ranking the strengths and weaknesses of the best virtual pets I've ever hatched.

Gadgets Florence Ion

Samsung Is Making It a Lot Easier to Repair Your Galaxy Smartphone

Galaxy S20 and S21 device owners will soon be able to swap out the display and backside all by themselves.

Gadgets Florence Ion

The OnePlus 10 Pro Is a Perfectly Respectable Third Choice in the Android Wars

It's relieving that Samsung and Google aren't the only Android smartphones, though the latest from OnePlus is not without its caveats.

Smartphones Florence Ion

Impossible Sausage Links Gave Me Some Uncanny Valley Vibes

They taste fine, but the imitation snap and crumble are too much for my squeamish eating.

Tech News Florence Ion

YouTube TV Is Finally Bringing Surround Sound to More Devices

Google TV, Android TV, and Roku devices will soon be compatible with 5.1 surround sound content.

Internet Florence Ion

My Toddler Loves to Use the Amazon Glow When It’s Not Being Buggy

For now, the Portal Go remains the go-to device for talking with grandparents, but the Glow engages in different ways.

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Florence Ion

What to Consider Before Buying a Refurbished Samsung Galaxy S21

Gadgettes: What’s Next Up Apple’s Sleeve?

SteelSeries’ Stratus+ Is Not a Replacement for My Favorite Mobile Controller, the Razer Kishi

Official Swap to Android App Found Unlisted in iOS App Store, but It Still Needs Time to Bake

No One’s Watching CNN+

Netflix Realizes One Thumb Simply Isn’t Enough

Unfortunately, YouTube Isn’t Bringing Picture-in-Picture to iPhone… at Least Not Yet

Google Jumps on the Bandwagon With iFixit Repair Kits for Pixel Phones

Spotify’s Baffling ‘Car Thing’ Can Now Do More Things

The Full Windows 95 Launch Event Video Is Finally Online: Here Are the Best and Worst Moments

Google’s New Multisearch Tool Is for Window-Shopping the Real World

Plex’s New Universal Search Is Already Better Than Google

NZXT Function Is a Mechanical Keyboard for People Who Want a Little Customization as a Treat

Samsung and the Winklevoss Twins Want to Put NFTs on Your TV

My Favorite Tamagotchis of All Time

Samsung Is Making It a Lot Easier to Repair Your Galaxy Smartphone

The OnePlus 10 Pro Is a Perfectly Respectable Third Choice in the Android Wars

Impossible Sausage Links Gave Me Some Uncanny Valley Vibes

YouTube TV Is Finally Bringing Surround Sound to More Devices

My Toddler Loves to Use the Amazon Glow When It’s Not Being Buggy

Feds Sniffing Around Polymarket After Suspicious Bets

DJI Osmo 360 Review: The Best 360 Camera for the DJI-Pilled

Don’t Get Too Attached to Any AI App

‘Paradise’ Writer Teases What’s Coming in Season 3 After That Huge Twist

Trump’s New White House App Is Mildly Concerning and Weird for a Lot of Reasons

Bloodsucking Ticks Can Survive Inside Your Home Longer Than You Might Think

The Best New Toys of March 2026

Judge Denies Liking LinkedIn Post Critical of Elon Musk But Reassigns His Cases Anyway

Amazon Slashes 50% Off Keurig K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Now a Budget Alternative to Breville and Nespresso Espresso Machines

Sun’s Latest Outburst Complicates Planned Launch of Artemis 2

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

Sonos Play Review: Call It a Comeback

Sonos Era 100 SL Review: The Cheapest Way Into Wired Sonos Sound

Asus ROG’s Massive Swift OLED Gaming Monitor Epitomizes Excess in the Best Way

The Ikea Varmblixt Smart Lamp Fills a Donut Hole in My Life

Nothing Headphone A vs. Headphone 1: Which Pair of ANC Wireless Headphones Wins?

Asus ROG’s Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Might Be Better Than Wearing a Headset

Nintendo’s Talking Flower Is Annoying as Hell. I Love It

Level Lock Pro Review: As Good as a Secret Smart Lock Gets