Ray Prince-Author

Ray Prince

Author

Contributor Since June, 2024
Expertise
Apple, Smartphones, Microsoft
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  • 1
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  • 4
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About Ray Prince

Ray Prince is a freelance writer at Pocket-lint. Based in Miami, he has written hundreds of articles on consumer technology, including product roundups, deal summaries, product reviews, step-by-step tutorials, and more. His work has been showcased on platforms such as HowToGeek, The Drive, Gadget Review, and Lifewire. Over the past decade, he has held digital advertising operations roles at Pandora and iHeartMedia. Ray attended Purdue University and Queens College, City University of New York.

What was your first phone?

I purchased my first phone, the Nokia 6630, in my junior year of college. It was Nokia's first 3G smartphone. After three or four years, I switched to the first iPhone, complete with its minuscule 3.5-inch display and 2-megapixel camera that completely transformed the way I communicated with the world.

When did your interest in technology begin?

My interest in technology began with the Super Nintendo and the Sega Genesis, playing all the classics like F-Zero, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Streets of Rage. From there, I moved on to the Nintendo 64, which led to countless nights playing wrestling titles like WCW vs. nWo: World Tour and WCW/NWO Revenge deep into the wee hours of the morning.

What tech products or categories are you most passionate about?

The tech products and categories that I'm most interested in are smartphones and smart home technology. Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and an endless number of smart devices like the Echo Hub, Nest Cam, and Ecobee have completely transformed the way we interact with technology. Generally, the greater the impact the technology has, the more interest I have in it.

Latest

Turning an old laptop into a Chromebook
My old laptop has a new life as a Chromebook, and it was the easiest DIY upgrade
Laptops

Finally, a use for your old laptop lying in a drawer somewhere.

1
Nov 10, 2024
Homescreen of an LG smart TV with a shadowed figure in front of it.
What is LG TV's WebOS hidden menu? Here's how you access it
TVs

LG TV's WebOS has a hidden menu -- here's how I accessed it and made my binge-watching that much better.

1
Oct 13, 2024
Steam Deck OLED
Protect your Steam Deck OLED from drop damage with these cases
Games

Protect your Steam Deck OLED with the best cases designed to defend against drops, scratches, and general wear & tear.

Sep 20, 2024
chromebook
What exactly are Chromebooks? Why they're more than just budget laptops
Laptops

Discover what a Chromebook is, their unique features, why ChromeOS is different, and if one might make sense as your next laptop.

Sep 13, 2024
pixelbook
5 reasons you should switch to a Chromebook
Laptops

Are you considering a change from your current laptop? Here are several compelling reasons why switching to a Chromebook could be for you.

1
Sep 12, 2024
How Amazon Kindle Unlimited lets me read new bestsellers monthly
Not sure if you need Kindle Unlimited? Here's how it compares to Prime Reading
Apps

Choosing between Prime Reading and Kindle Unlimited ultimately depends on your reading habits.

Sep 11, 2024
Keychron C3 Pro 9
The Keychron C3 Pro is now an essential part of my gaming setup
Games

The Keychron C3 Pro is now an essential part of my gaming setup

Sep 10, 2024
How to convert a tablet into a drawing tablet
You can easily convert a tablet into a Wacom-like drawing pad -- here's how
Tablets

Why buy a Wacom? Turn your tablet into a PC drawing pad instead.

1
Sep 7, 2024
A woman using a Framework Chromebook on her lap.
Chromebooks are versatile, but they fall short in these areas
Laptops

If you want to use your Chromebook for high-end gaming, advanced software, and more, you might need other hardware.

Aug 24, 2024
A woman working on an Acer Chromebook
Why would anyone use a Chromebook? The surprising factors driving its appeal
Laptops

No, it’s not just because Chromebooks are cheap.

Aug 22, 2024
Multimedia streaming to TV with remote in foreground
I tried both YouTube TV and Sling TV to see which one is actually worth it
YouTube

If you're on the fence about subscribing to either YouTube TV or Pluto TV, here are some of the major differences.

4
Aug 19, 2024
wacom intuos small drawing graphics tablet on mat 4
This affordable Wacom tablet is my $40 digital art hack
Tablets

The Wacom Intuos small graphics drawing tablet is an excellent choice for artists and photo editors

Aug 19, 2024
m3-macbook-air
MacBook Air not working right? My go-to troubleshooting tricks to try
Laptops

Here's how to fix common MacBook Air issues like slow startup, bad Wi-Fi connectivity, and lacklustre performance.

Jul 25, 2024
lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad troubleshooting: How to fix frequent and common issues
Lenovo

Here's how to fix common Lenovo ThinkPad issues like overheating, battery life problems, and unresponsive trackpads and keyboards.

Jul 15, 2024