Drew Prindle

Portland

Executive Editor, Features at PCMag

Executive Editor of Features for @PCMag, avid storyteller, and legit cyborg. Hit me with story pitches!

Articles

Tech You Can Count On: The Best PC, Phone, and Tablet Brands for Reliability

Dec 23, 2024 | au.pcmag.com | Eric Griffith |Drew Prindle

You expect your electronic devices to work a certain way when you use them. If you tap an app icon on your phone, it should open. When you boot up your laptop, it should start in a reasonable amount of time. But that’s not always how it goes. As your device ages, it often develops inefficiencies and quirks that make it slower and less reliable.
Geeky Gifts Your Favorite Nerd Will Love

Oct 2, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Well-designed and good-looking, with magnetic switches that allow unique key-press customization, the compact Keychron Q1 HE is a wireless mechanical keyboard sure to delight enthusiasts who don't mind its steep price.
Our Top-Tested Picks for Your Outdoor Adventures

Jul 18, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Amazon's 2021 edition of the Kindle Paperwhite is similar to the excellent 2018 version, but adds a roomier screen that makes for an even better reading experience. Spotify leads the streaming music pack with its deep music well, countless podcasts, early album access, collaborative playlists, and AI-powered curation.
Our Top-Tested Picks for Your Outdoor Adventures

Jul 18, 2024 | me.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 offers minor refinements over the last generation, including a brighter display and a faster processor, with the same rugged design, battery life, and price, making it another excellent adventure companion. Pros 3,000-nit display Powerful processor Expanded operating altitude Carbon-neutral build option Excellent connectivity features Some would argue that technology has no place in the great outdoors.
The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on Televisions Still Available

Jul 18, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Remember when buying a television was an event? Maybe even the biggest purchase you made all year? Well, those times are firmly in the past. TVs are cheap, plentiful, and better than ever. That doesn't mean, however, you should ever pay sticker price for one. After Amazon Prime Day sales can't be beat if you're looking for a deal on your next television and these are the best we've found on top-rated TVs we've tested.
Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on Robot Vacuums Still Available

Jul 18, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

If you're in the market for a robotic vacuum or mop, post Amazon Prime Day sales, are without question, one of the best times to shop. It's like Black Friday in July, and it's one of the only times of the year when you'll be able to snag the best models for a fraction of their usual cost. We've zeroed in on the best robotic vacuums and the biggest discounts you can still find right now. Check out these deals! This is arguably the best Prime Day robot vacuum deal you can get right now.
Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on Televisions

Jul 16, 2024 | au.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Remember when buying a television was an event? Maybe even the biggest purchase you made all year? Well, those times are gone. TVs are cheap, plentiful, and better than ever. That doesn't mean, however, you should pay sticker price for one. But in terms of events, Amazon Prime Day can't be beaten for finding a deal on your next television. We've spotted some great deals with more to come, so check back often.
Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals on Televisions

Jul 11, 2024 | au.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Remember when buying a television was an event? Maybe even the biggest purchase you made all year? Well, those times are gone. TVs are cheap, plentiful, and better than ever. That doesn't mean, however, you should pay sticker price for one. But in terms of events, Amazon Prime Day can't be beaten for finding a deal on your next television. We've spotted some great early deals with more to come, so check back often.
Best Early Amazon Prime Day Deals on Robot Vacuum

Jul 11, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

If you're in the market for a robotic vacuum or mop, Amazon Prime Day is, without question, one of the best times to shop. It's like Black Friday in July and it's one of the only times of the year when you'll be able to snag the best models for a fraction of their usual cost. And since Prime Day is just around the corner, we've done the hard work for you and already zeroed in on the best robotic vacuums and the biggest discounts you can find right now.
The Best Free Online Classes to Level Up Your AI Skills and Understanding

Jun 18, 2024 | uk.pcmag.com | Drew Prindle

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days. It's in your phone, in your car, and sometimes even behind the drive-thru window of your favorite fast food joint. And this is just the beginning. Over the next few years, AI is poised to progress even further and weave itself into the fabric of our everyday lives, so it's never been more important to understand how it works.