Christine Persaud
Christine Persaud has been writing about tech since long before the smartphone was even a "thing." When she isn't writing, she's working on her latest fitness program, binging a new TV series, tinkering with tech gadgets she's reviewing, or spending time with family and friends. A self-professed TV nerd, lover of red wine, and passionate home cook, she's immersed in tech in every facet of her life. Follow her at @christineTechCA.
Latest articles by Christine Persaud
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Best Fitbit Versa 4 bands 2024
By Christine Persaud last updated
Liven up the look You can get the Fitbit Versa 4 with one of four band color options. However, there's a wealth of other bands to choose from if you want to further personalize the look.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. S23 Ultra
By Christine Persaud published
From one Galaxy to the next At the top of the Samsung Galaxy line right now is the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which replaces the Galaxy S23 Ultra as the most premium option. And it has some solid new features.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro
By Christine Persaud published
Galaxy or Pixel for AI Both the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Google Pixel 8 Pro boast heavy AI features, and we're here to help you choose between them.
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Best phone stands for Zoom & Google Meet 2024
By Christine Persaud, Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Video calls made easy
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How to update ChromeOS
By Christine Persaud published
Keep ChromeOS up to date It's important to update ChromeOS on your Chromebook whenever an update is available, and it's really easy to do.
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How to use real-time translation on the Pixel Buds Pro
By Christine Persaud published
Translate on the fly While traveling or communicating with colleagues or friends who speak a different language, real-time translation using the Google Pixel Buds Pro can make the process so seamless.
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How to update Chrome
By Christine Persaud published
Keep Chrome fresh Whether you use Chrome on a computer or smartphone, on Android or another type, it's important to keep the browser updated.
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How to enable Conversation Detection on the Pixel Buds Pro
By Christine Persaud published
Hear through with AI A great way to stay in touch with the world without removing a bud or fumbling for the touch controls or app, Conversation Detection is a game-changer for the Google Pixel Buds Pro.
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How to use Best Take on the Pixel 8
By Christine Persaud published
The best take possible With Best Take on Google Pixel 8, you can take the best expressions of everyone from different photos and combine them for one flawless shot.
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Why this 65-inch Samsung TV Black Friday deal is a steal
By Christine Persaud published
This Samsung TV is a gamer's dream Save big on the Samsung NEO QLED QN90C 4K TV, which is $1,100 off for the 65-inch model, but all sizes are all sale for Black Friday.
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Woah! Beats Studio Pro headphones are over 50% off during Amazon's Black Friday sale
By Christine Persaud published
Get half off the Beats Studio Pro headphones Pick up a pair of Beats Studio Pro wireless noise cancelling headphones from Amazon for Black Friday and you'll save more than 50 percent.
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The premium Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 is $200 off for Black Friday
By Christine Persaud published
Save big on this premium smartwatch The Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 is one of the most premium options in the Garmin line-up, and you can save big on it for Black Friday.
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The Amazon Fire HD 10 is just 80 bucks during Black Friday — here’s why you should consider it
By Christine Persaud published
43% discount! The Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) might not be the most feature-packed tablet out there, but it's a great option for the family and it's on sale right now.
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Samsung is dropping up to $1,000 off The Frame TVs during its epic Black Friday sale
By Christine Persaud published
Samsung The Frame is $1,000 off Get the Samsung The Frame TV in its largest 85-inch size for $1,000 off from Samsung for Black Friday, or choose smaller sizes at a discount as well.
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Need a new 4K TV? This 65-inch entertainment powerhouse is just $700 during Best Buy's Black Friday sale
By Christine Persaud published
Get $150 this stunning 4K TV LG TVs offer the intuitive webOS smart TV interface and this 65-inch beauty is now available on sale at Best Buy for Black Friday.
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Our favorite Android TV is on sale for Black Friday, and here’s why we love it
By Christine Persaud published
Save big on our fav TV The Hisense U8 miniLED TV, our favorite Android TV overall, is worth getting, especially with this Amazon Black Friday deal.
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Need a new TV? Best Buy's Black Friday sale carves a whopping $750 off this 48-inch LG OLED beauty
By Christine Persaud published
$750 off! OLED TVs offer the deepest blacks and brightest whites you can find, and this LG model is $750 off at Best Buy for Black Friday.
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Ladies will love this Amazfit GTS 4 Black Friday deal
By Christine Persaud published
Save on the Amazfit GTS 4 Save on the Amazfit GTS 4 smartwatch this Black Friday in a number of stunning colors, including the fashionable Rosebud Pink that ladies will love.
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Amazfit Cheetah Pro vs. Google Pixel Watch
By Christine Persaud published
Fashion over function? If you're trying to decide between the Amazfit Cheetah Pro and Google Pixel Watch, we're here to help.
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Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. Google Pixel Fold
By Christine Persaud published
Flagship or Fold? The Google Pixel 8 Pro and Google Pixel Fold are both new, premium devices, each with their own pros.
![Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic close-up of the apps](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8CxPw2msJSm5TcFGGEgsDG-320-80.jpeg)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 vs. Google Pixel Watch
By Christine Persaud published
Samsung or Google? The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Google Pixel Watch look the same, but how they run under the hood might sway you towards one or the other.
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Does the OnePlus Open include stylus support?
By Christine Persaud published
Does it o-PEN? The OnePlus Open has a generously sized 7.82-inch main display when unfolded, which opens up so many possibilities for how you can use it.
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Is the OnePlus Open waterproof?
By Christine Persaud published
To dunk or not? So many premium phones nowadays come with waterproof or water-resistant ratings. But when it comes to foldables like the OnePlus Open, you need to be particularly careful.