Rachael Penn
Rachael has been a freelance journalist for 15 years for various publications including Tom’s Guide, Creative Bloq, Independent, The Spectator, Daily Express and more. She has written extensively on home and technology news as well as reviewed hundreds of products across home and technology. She has a keen interest in AI and also written articles on this topic for Tom’s Guide. She also enjoys reviewing home, travel and tech gadgets, especially anything that has been designed to make life easier like smart home gadgets. She’s covered most tech including laptops, cameras, projectors, smartphones, headphones and more. When she isn’t writing Rachael can be found working out on her peloton, taking her two dogs — Murray a Sealyham terrier and Maggie a West Highland terrier on walks and getting sucked into a rabbit hole of watching true crime documentaries.
Latest articles by Rachael Penn

What is a mattress topper, and could one really help you sleep better?
By Rachael Penn published
Here, we'll outline how the best mattress toppers can help you sleep better, plus 3 of the best mattress topper deals to shop today.

Bed bugs vs dust mites: Which pest is living in your mattress?
By Rachael Penn published
If you’re waking up itchy and stuffy then it could be a case of either a bed bugs or dust mites infestation. Here's how to tell them apart...

How to wash and dry a waterproof mattress protector — and what to avoid
By Rachael Penn published
Learn how to wash a waterproof mattress protector, how to dry it without damaging the material, and how to spot when it’s time to buy a new one.

What is a futon mattress and are they healthy to sleep on long-term?
By Rachael Penn published
Would you ditch your traditional mattress for a futon? We look at how comfortable they are and whether they're good for long term sleeping arrangements.

How to spring clean your mattress topper — get rid of dust mites, body oils and smells
By Rachael Penn published
Mattress toppers can fall victim to stains from body oils, bad odors and even dust mites. Here's a step by step guide to cleaning them.

How to spring clean your pillows and bed sheets — get rid of dust mites, bed bugs and smells
By Rachael Penn published
Here's how to give your pillows and bed sheets a big spring clean to get them smelling fresh and feeling soft.

5 ways you could be damaging your hybrid mattress — and what to do instead
By Rachael Penn published
Hybrid mattresses offer sleepers the ultimate balance of support and comfort. Avoid making these mistakes to keep your mattress in great shape for longer.

How to spring clean your mattress
By Rachael Penn published
A clean mattress is essential for quality sleep, so follow our step-by-step guide to getting rid of stains, bed bugs, and dust mites and more.

How to clean a memory foam mattress and get urine out
By Rachael Penn published
Cleaning spills, such as blood, vomit, or diarrhoea, from your memory foam mattress will help it last longer. Here’s how.

Your Amazon Echo Show can be used as a secret security camera — here’s how to set it up
By Rachael Penn published
Keep your home safe and secure by using your Echo Show as a security camera and with this guide, we will show you how to set it up.

7 ways you’re damaging your memory foam mattress — and what to do instead
By Rachael Penn published
Getting it wet is just one way you could be ruining your memory foam mattress – here's why

Facebook's ChatGPT rival will be 100% free to use — what we know
By Rachael Penn published
Social media giant Meta has doubled down on the open-source approach and said its ChatGPT rival will be free for all users.

How to only see Threads from people you follow
By Rachael Phillips published
Threads may feel like a house party where you only recognise the faces of those who invited you. But with this little hack, we'll show you how to just see Threads from people you follow first.

How to lock your iPhone from your Apple Watch with a Focus Modes hack
By Rachael Phillips published
When it comes to using the Apple ecosystem, convenience and security often go hand in hand, here’s a guide on how to lock your iPhone from your Apple Watch with a nifty Focus Modes hack.

How to hide folders on Windows 11
By Rachael Phillips published
Whether you have confidential work documents, private personal files, or sensitive information on your computer, learn how to hide important folders on Windows 11 and secure your privacy.

Your Amazon Echo is also a motion detection security device — here’s how to set it up
By Rachael Phillips published
Your Amazon Echo has a hidden motion sensor feature that allows you to do some pretty cool stuff, from switching on lights to setting alerts for intruders.
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