Madeline Ricchiuto

Madeline Ricchiuto

My Experience

I started my career covering comic books and video games over a decade ago, and switched to focus on computer hardware for the last five years. I've tested laptops, desktops, smartphones, tablets, and Chromebooks for publications like Laptop Mag, Tom's Guide, Tom's Hardware, and TechRadar. Most recently, I was a staff writer for Laptop Mag, writing computing news and reviewing laptops of all kinds. I've tested hundreds of laptops, reviewed several more, and helped curate Future PLC's benchmark testing suite and write benchmark documentation.

The Technology I Use

I've used a combination of Windows and Apple hardware and software throughout the years. The first computer I recall using was an old Macintosh, followed by a Sony Vaio PCV desktop running Windows ME. My first laptop was a MacBook in the old white, unibody plastic design, and I replaced it with an MSI Stealth gaming laptop.

Today, I prefer to use macOS for my day-to-day work due to its streamlining and stability, and the integrations with my iPhone are also a significant bonus.

While I am traditionally a console gamer, I keep a Windows desktop around for PC gaming and love a decent travel gaming laptop or handheld.

I'm also a smartwatch enthusiast, though not for the reasons you might think. As a part-time scuba diving instructor, I stay informed on smartwatches because they are increasingly becoming dive computers and fitness trackers.

Recent Articles By Madeline Ricchiuto