Andrew E. Freedman
Andrew E. Freedman is an editor at Tom's Hardware focusing on laptops, desktops and gaming as well as keeping up with the latest news. He holds a M.S. in Journalism (Digital Media) from Columbia University. A lover of all things gaming and tech, his previous work has shown up in Kotaku, PCMag, Complex, Tom's Guide and Laptop Mag among others.
Latest articles by Andrew E. Freedman
Shadow of the Tomb Raider Pushes Lara Croft to Her Limits
By Andrew E. Freedman published
We went hands-on with Shadow of the Tomb Raider and talked to its creative director about how Lara Croft truly becomes the Tomb Raider.
How to Order Nintendo Labo Replacement Parts
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Nintendo is offering replacement Labo parts on the phone and through its online store.
ZTE Just Dealt Major Blow by US
By Andrew E. Freedman published
ZTE is going to have some trouble making phones for the United States. The Chinese company was just hit by a ban on American exports from the Department of Commerce.
Cops Cracking iPhones Across the Country with GrayKey
By Andrew E. Freedman published
An increasing number of police departments and federal authorities have devices that can unlock iPhones.
HQ Trivia: What You Need to Know
By Andrew E. Freedman published
HQ Trivia is a runaway hit and involves real cash prizes. Here's why so many people are hooked, how to play and when you can expect an Android version.
Apple Killing Intel on Macs? This Is Big
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Apple is reportedly ditching Intel chips on Macs for its own starting in 2020, which represents a huge shift in strategy and for consumers.
Apple's Foldable iPhone a Lock for 2020, Says Analayst
By Andrew E. Freedman published
A new report says that Apple is readying a foldable iPhone for 2020, which would double as a tablet.
A Way Out Review Roundup: What Critics Love (and Hate)
By Andrew E. Freedman published
A Way Out is a two-player co-op games with a tight story. Here's what the critics have to say.
Facebook CEO Makes No Apologies But Promises These Changes
By Andrew E. Freedman published
After 5 days, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg finally responded to a scandal in which an outside firm collected data on 50 million users.
21 Tips Every Nintendo Switch Owner Should Know
By Andrew E. Freedman, Michael Andronico published
Before you start gaming, learn the ins and outs of your Nintendo Switch. Here's what you need to know.
Can’t Reach Oculus Rift Runtime Service? Here’s How to Fix the Error
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Right now, seemingly every Oculus Rift in the world isn't working, but Oculus has a fix.
Lenovo Legion Y520 Tower Review: Upgrade-Friendly Gaming Value
By Andrew E. Freedman published
The Lenovo Legion Y520 is a pre-built midlevel gaming PC with plenty of room for upgrading.
Amazon to Drop Nest as Google War Escalates
By Andrew E. Freedman published
The prolonged, often anti-consumer between Amazon and Google has a new chapter as Amazon will stop selling Nest products.
How to Preorder the Samsung Galaxy S9
By Andrew E. Freedman published
The Samsung Galaxy S9 may be hard to come by after launch. Here's how to get your hands on it.
How to Play Super Mario Odyssey's Balloon World
By Andrew E. Freedman published
You'll need to beat the game and find Luigi to start the Balloon World adventure in Super Mario Odyssey.
Sea of Thieves PC Requirements: What You Need to Play
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Developer Rare has published specs to play Sea of Thieves with any PC rig, from integrated graphics up to a powerful battlestation.
Amazon's New Delivery Service: What It Means for You
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Amazon is reportedly preparing a delivery service for business customers called Ship with Amazon. This would put it in direct competition with UPS and FedEx.
Hackers Can Hijack Samsung, Roku Smart TVs (Report)
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Samsung, Roku smart TVs vulnerable to flaws that allow control by third parties, according to Consumer Reports.
Zotac Mek1 Review: A Lean, Mean Gaming Machine
By Andrew E. Freedman published
The Mek1 is a lean gaming rig that's thinner than the competition and comes with solid peripherals, but it's hard to upgrade.
Why Buying a Gaming PC Is Better Than Building Right Now
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Cryptocurrency miners have driven up the cost of components, so buying a prebuilt gaming PC will save you money over building one yourself.
Lenovo Legion Y720 Review: A Decent Road-Ready Gaming PC
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Get the Lenovo Legion Y720 Cube if you prioritize space savings over gaming performance.
Cherry's Low-Profile Keyboard Switches Feel Great
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Cherry's new low-profile switches for gaming keyboards and laptops maintain the company’s distinct feel despite low travel.
Smart Wine Rack Makes You Feel Like a Sommelier
By Andrew E. Freedman published
The Caveasy One wine rack lets you know when your wine is best to drink and has an app that will help you pair it with food.
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