Charlotte Maracina-Reporter

Charlotte Maracina

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October, 2023
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About Charlotte Maracina

Charlotte Maracina is a New York native now residing in London in pursuit of her master's of journalism at the University of the Arts. After graduating from Belmont University in 2022 with a degree in Public Relations and Sociology, she began working for CNET as an Associate Writer. Upon moving to London this September Charlotte left CNET and now works as a freelance writer for Pocket Lint. She loves covering all things related to lifestyle technology and has over two years monitoring technological trends among 18-30 year olds. When not covering the latest products on the market she's binging reality television, following Harry Styles on tour or traveling the world.

What was your first phone?

My first phone was an LG Cosmos 3. I remember I just started 7th grade and my parents gave me one of their old phones after they were due for an upgrade. Luckily they didn't get me an iPhone like I begged them for because I lost the flip phone only six months after getting it.

When did your interest in technology begin?

I truly didn't know much about tech before I started working for CNET in 2022. Since then I've learned so much and now have become the person my family turns to when it comes to the latest tech releases.

What tech products or categories are you most passionate about?

I love covering tech that helps make daily life a little bit easier along with covering all things related to streaming and social media. I don't consider myself to be the most tech savvy person so when I find gadgets that are easy to use or add value to my life I always make sure to include them in my latest articles.

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I reduced my screen time using these 3 unique gadgets

If you're looking to curb your phone addiction, you need to try these three devices.

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Get the most for your money with this $26 clip-on speaker

Creative's Muvo Free clip-on speaker is a great value choice for outdoor enthusiasts but doesn't compare to JBL and Bose alternatives.

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4 reasons my loyalty lies with the Kindle Paperwhite over the Kobo Clara

Rakuten's Kobo Clara runs a tight race with Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite, but these 4 things put the Paperwhite ahead of its competition.

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Decent sound, dirt cheap—this speaker’s here for the ride

Creative's Muvo Free clip-on speaker is a great value choice for outdoor enthusiasts, but it doesn't compare to JBL and Bose alternatives.

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4 reasons I'm choosing the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds over the Apple AirPods Pro

My wallet is leaning toward Bose's new QuietComfort Earbuds -- here's why.

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3 reasons the new Bose earbuds are my go-to companions on fall runs

The Bose QuietComfort earbuds are replacing my old AirPods Pro for my workout because of its battery, fit, and more.

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These tech accessories are my secret to the perfect fall vibe

Casetify's Essentials is the best tech accessory fall transition collection on the market. Here are the products you should buy and the ones to avoid.

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How to set up Find My Friends and track an iPhone

Apple's Find My app enables you to track the location of your friends. Here's how to set it up, track a friend's iPhone and some extra tips.

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Kobo Libra Colour vs Kindle Scribe: Which stylus e-reader is best?

Deciding between an iPad or notebook this school year? If might come as a surprise, but an e-reader could by a better option.

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This Kobo color e-reader is perfect for back to school

The Kobo Libra Colour is the perfect option for those looking for a middle ground between an iPad and an e-reader.

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4 reasons you should choose the Bose NCH 700 over the QuietComfort Ultra

The Bose NCH 700 may be 5 years old, but they have the advantage over the QuietComfort Ultra in price, design, and a lot more.

Is Kindle Unlimited worth your money? Here's my take after subscribing
Is Kindle Unlimited worth your money? Here's my take after subscribing

I recently started using a Kindle and wanted to try Kindle Unlimited. But is it worth $12 a month? Let’s see.

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5 AirPods Max alternatives that are just as fashionable

Nothing beats Apple's AirPods Max out of the over-ear headphones spotlight, but they're not the only sleek and powerful option.

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I unexpectedly found the new portable speaker of the summer

Anker's Soundcore Boom 2 speaker pleasantly surprised me and is now my new go-to speaker for beach parties and fall tailgates.

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After testing both on-ear and over-ear headphones, there's a clear winner

On-ear headphones proved good for casual use, but over-ear headphones have my heart.

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5 features that would make AirPods Max 2 my go-to over-ear headphones

Apple's AirPods Max 2 are rumored to be released this year, and these 4 features would convince me to upgrade from the first iteration.

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The best Prime Day Kindle deals we've found so far

If you've been thinking about buying a new e-reader, the moment you've been waiting for is here.

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These on-ear headphones are my new obsession, and they're already 35% off ahead of Prime Day

Marshall's Major IV on-ear headphones are my new summer staple, and could be yours for under $100.

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What is Spotify and how does it work?

Our full guide to Spotify - what it is, how much it costs and how it works. Everything you need to know about the audio streaming service, explained.

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I automatically adjust these 5 AirPods Max settings to make the most out of my listening

From toggling on ANC to automatic head detection, these settings are simple yet powerful.

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