Carrie-Ann Skinner
Carrie-Ann Skinner is a technology and smart home expert with over 16 years of experience reviewing the latest gadgets and gizmos.
She's tested everything from smartphones, tablets and laptops to headphones, speakers and smart home kit such as wi-fi security cameras and video doorbells, making her best placed to offer advice on the gadgets to buy, how to use them, and how to get better deals.
Carrie once headed up the tech testing team at the Good Housekeeping Institute, and during her nine-year tenure (2011 to 2020) put the latest consumer and home tech through its paces for hundreds of reviews, and wrote detailed advice on how to buy the best tech and get the most out of it.
Carrie is also the former Homes Editor at TechRadar, where she focussed on finding the best kit to automate the home, and she has written for Tech Advisor (when it was known as PC Advisor), Ideal Home and Sound Advice.
When not getting hands-on with new technology, Carrie can be found on Instagram offering up simple tech tips, uncovering the best hidden features in the most popular gadgets at @tech_ing_it_easy, and indulging her passion for baking.
Our pick of the best smart alarm systems in 2025
The best kit to keep your home safe without expensive installation fees
Don't let Black Friday become Black Fraud day!
Here’s everything you need to know to avoid being ripped off by scammers if you're shopping on Black Friday.
Best wireless mouse: 8 to buy for maximum comfort and control
The GH tech team pick their favourites
The best wireless keyboards for working from home and on-the-go
Complete your home office set-up with one of these tested devices
How to save on TV streaming services
Looking to save some money? Here's how to stream great shows for free.
How to save on back-to-school tech
Kitting the kids out with a new laptop or printer for school or university? Here's how to get a bargain.
​How to get free (and cheap) e-books for your Kindle
If you're a book-lover on a budget, read on...
Smart meters – 7 things you need to know
Over half of households have a smart meter, but will installing one save you money?
10 things you didn’t know Google could do
It’s more than just a search engine
How to delete books from your Kindle
Is your Kindle cluttered with books you’ve finished reading? Here’s how you can remove them to make room for more reads.
How to use wi-fi calling
No mobile signal? Here's how you can still make phone calls and send text messages.
How to rescue a phone that has been dropped in water
It may not be the end for your device if you follow our simple steps.
How to sell successfully on eBay
From smartphones to cars, we reveal the secrets of becoming an eBay winner…
How to make contactless payments by mobile phone
It's easy to use your phone to pay for things!
The best smart thermostats you can buy
Control your heating from your phone with one of these reliable systems
Best wifi security cameras to keep your home secure in 2024
These clever devices watch over your home when you’re not around
The best dashcams for your car
Record your journey for the ultimate peace of mind
7 things you need to do to stay safe on eBay
Whether buying or selling, avoid being scammed on the online auction site with the help of these top tips.
The best sat savs you can buy for your car
Navigation systems at every budget
Best smart light bulbs for 2024
Control the ambiance in your home with these clever systems
Best fitness and activity trackers for kids in 2024
Top wearables for your children.
How to clean your smartphone
It's probably the gadget you clean least!
Make sure your phone is holiday-ready!
Before you set off, remember to do these 7 things...
How to spring-clean your technology
Keep your tech in tip top condition with our cleaning tips...
How to retouch your own photos
Make your photos picture-perfect with these tricks.
​How to set up a new iPhone
Get up and running even if you’ve never owned an iPhone before with our simple guide
How to video call Santa
Here are the best ways you can call and video call Father Christmas.
How to keep your internet search history private
Here's how you can keep your browsing history private.
How to take a great photo of fireworks
If your Bonfire Night photos of fireworks are more of a fizzle than a bang, follow our guide to getting that perfect shot!
7 ways you can make Netflix better
Get your money's worth by using these features
8 ways to get more online storage
Don’t pay for extra online storage when you can get your hands on plenty of cloud space for free!
How to identify a song using your smartphone
Got an earworm? Find out what song has been driving you crazy using your smartphone.