Cherlynn Low

Cherlynn Low

Cherlynn is Deputy Editor, Reviews at Engadget and also leads the site's Google reporting. She graduated with a Master’s in Journalism from Columbia University before joining Tom's Guide and its sister site LaptopMag as a staff writer, where she covered wearables, cameras, laptops, computers and smartphones, among many other subjects.

Articles by: Cherlynn Low

HTC 10 Review: Most Improved Android

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With better cameras, design, audio and software, the HTC 10 is a significant upgrade for smartphone buyers and the brand.

LG G5 Review: A Bold Bet on the Future of Phones

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The LG G5 boasts an innovative modular design and useful dual cameras, but short battery life holds it back.

This Kitchen Tablet Is Ready to Make Cooking More Fun

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The TCL Xess is a 17-inch tablet with a kickstand that could make cooking a less stressful experience.

Huawei P9 and P9 Plus Boast Dual Leica Cameras

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The Huawei P9 and P9 Plus pack Leica-engineered dual-cameras in stunning metal bodies.

Galaxy S7 Edge - Review, Benchmarks and User Ratings

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Editor\'s Choice

With a superior camera, better Edge screen functions and a long-lasting battery, the gorgeous, water-resistant Galaxy S7 Edge is Samsung's best phone yet.

iPhone SE vs 6s vs 6: What Should You Buy?

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We compare all of Apple's smartphones with sub-5-inch screens to see which one fits your needs.

Huawei GX8 Review: A Flawed Proposition

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The Huawei GX8 offers a great display and a fingerprint sensor in a handsome body, but bad battery life mars its potential.

Instagram Push Notifications: Everyone Calm Down

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Why you shouldn't freak out about Instagram's push notifications and new feed format. Yet.

iPhone SE Goes On Sale: Here's How to Buy Apple's Phone

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Everything you need to know about pre-ordering the iPhone SE.

iPhone SE's Real Killer Feature: The Price

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Apple has never sold a sub-$500 iPhone until now, which shows just how much the smartphone market has changed.

Fitbit Alta Review: A Skinnier Fitness Tracker

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The $130 Fitbit Alta provides an easy way to track your activity and sleep in a less bulky design than competing devices, but it has a finicky screen.

Galaxy S7 Owners Fuming Over Locked Bootloader

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T-Mobile versions of the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge come with locked bootloaders, which upsets plenty of power users and developers. What's a lockd bootloader, and what's the big deal?

How to Get Wacky with MSQRD Face-Swapping App

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Facebook's latest acquisition is a fun Snapchat-esque app for adding live filters to your selfie videos and pics. Here's how to use MSQRD.

ZTE Grand X3 (Cricket Wireless) Review: Cheap But Sluggish

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The ZTE Grand X3 offers a long-lasting battery and good display for a very affordable $129, but it’s not the best choice on Cricket Wireless.

Why the Galaxy S7 is the New Camera Phone King

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Thanks to a new dual-pixel sensor, the Galaxy S7 could reign supreme over the iPhone 6s Plus and all other smartphones.

Google Project Fi vs Other Carriers: What’s the Best Deal?

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Should you switch to Google's Project Fi cellphone service? Before you decide, here's how the new carrier stacks up.

Guess Connect Smartwatch Review: Analog Meets Smarts, with Bling

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The eye-catching Guess Connect smartwatch delivers notifications and voice control to your wrist, but it doesn’t do enough for the price.

Hound Virtual Assistant Is Smart, But Siri Is Better

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It may be faster and great at specifics, but new virtual assistant Hound isn't a good replacement for Siri yet.

This iPhone Case Adds a Second Screen and More Battery

By Cherlynn Low published

This cool new accessory not only adds a useful E Ink display to the back of your iPhone, but conserves battery life as well.

Pokémon Selfies: How to Snap 'Em All

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Be the very best with your own Pokémon selfies. Here's how to use the Pokemon Photo Booth app to catch some really cool self-portraits.

Galaxy S7 vs LG G5: Which Android Flagship Reigns Supreme?

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The Galaxy S7 improves upon a winning formula, while the LG G5 tried to reinvent the smartphone with its modular design. We compare the two titans in multiple categories.

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact Review: Teeny Tiny Powerhouse

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The Sony Xperia Z5 Compact squeezes blazing power and a long-lasting battery into a mini-size package.

Is Sprint's Galaxy Forever Upgrade Plan Worth It?

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Sprint's new Galaxy Forever payment option lets you lease the new Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge and upgrade to a new flagship every year.

Gear 360 Camera Hands-on: VR Selfies for All

By Cherlynn Low published

With its high-res quality and compact design, the Samsung Gear 360 could make taking VR selfies the next big thing.

Apple Trade Up with Installments Plan: What You Need to Know

By Cherlynn Low published

Here are all the facts about Apple's latest Trade Up With Installments payment plan to help you decide if it's worth it.

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