Sean Riley
A self-professed "wearer of wearables," Sean Riley is a Senior Writer for Laptop Mag who has been covering tech for more than a decade. He specializes in covering phones and, of course, wearable tech, but has also written about tablets, VR, laptops, and smart home devices, to name but a few. His articles have also appeared in Tom's Guide, TechTarget, Phandroid, and more.
Latest articles by Sean Riley
Blur password manager review
By Sean Riley published
Blur is just okay as a password manager, but it has excellent privacy protections if that's what you're looking for.
KeePass password manager review
By Sean Riley published
The free and open-source KeePass isn't for everyone, but if you're willing to put in some effort, it's one of the most powerful password managers out there.
True Key password manager review
By Sean Riley published
The once-innovative True Key hasn't changed in years and lacks many features and functions now common among other password managers.
Zoho Vault review
By Sean Riley published
Zoho Vault is entirely free for individuals, if they can live without form-filling.
360 Security for Android review
By Sean Riley published
Qihoo 360 Security promises an extensive feature set, but many of the features don't work, and the free version is drowning in ads.
iTunes Shutting Down: What It Means for You
By Sean Riley, Henry T. Casey published
Here are the three apps Apple will replace iTunes with: Music, Podcasts and TV. Will they be enough?
CM Security Master: Feature-Rich, Flighty Protection
By Sean Riley published
CM Security Master looks great and has a rich slate of features, but its malware protection can vary.
What Is Ting, and Is It Worth It?
By Sean Riley published
Here's what you need to know about Ting and its wireless service.
What is Spectrum Mobile, and is it worth it?
By Sean Riley published
Spectrum internet customers can also get their mobile phone service from the internet and cable provider. But how does Spectrum Mobile compare with other wireless carriers?
How to Disable the Lock Screen in Android
By Sean Riley published
If you don't want to swipe, type or use a fingerprint every time you wake your Android phone from sleep, you might to remove the lock screen altogether. Here's how.
What Is TextNow, and Is It Worth It?
By Sean Riley published
TextNow can help you lower your monthly bill by using Wi-Fi to handle your calls and texts when available. Here’s how the service works.
What Is US Mobile, and Is It Worth It?
By Sean Riley published
US Mobile offers good bargains for those who need cellular service but not a lot of voice minutes, texts or data each month, especially now that it's added service from Verizon's network.
PSafe DFNDR: Full-Featured, Fluctuating Protection
By Sean Riley published
PSafe DFNDR is feature-rich and easy to use, but its malware protection is inconsistent and the free version has too many ads.
The best (and worst) antivirus software for parents
By Sean Riley published
Why pay extra for parental-control software? Here are the best parental controls that come with antivirus software.
Help Me, Tom’s Guide: How Do I Move Files to My Android Phone’s SD Card?
By Sean Riley published
Is your Android phone running out of room? Here's how to move photos, videos and apps onto the microSD card and free up some space.
Microsoft Surface Phone Rumors: What You Can Expect
By Sean Riley published
Microsoft hasn't announced any plans for a Surface Phone but that hasn't stopped the rumor mill. Here's the latest chatter about Microsoft's anticipated mobile device.
How to Change Default Apps in Android
By Sean Riley published
Changing your default apps for browsing, messaging and more in either Android Nougat or Marshmallow takes just a few taps. We'll show you how.
Destek VR Headset Review: Ready for AR, Too
By Sean Riley published
The Destek VR headset offers a comfortable design, good image quality and augmented-reality capabilities, but it has some unfortunate design flaws.
ETVR Virtual Reality 3.0 Review
By Sean Riley published
The ETVR Virtual Reality 3.0 headset offers crisp details and a very comfortable fit for budget-conscious virtual reality fans.
Magiove VR Headset Review: Best Cheap VR Headset
By Sean Riley published
The Magiove offers a lightweight design, accurate color reproduction and minimal light leakage for a wallet-friendly price.
Google Cardboard Review: Better Than Nothing
By Sean Riley published
As one of the cheapest and easiest virtual reality viewers on the market, Google Cardboard is the de facto device for VR beginners.
HTC 11 Rumors: What Features to Expect
By Sean Riley published
Here's the latest rumors on what features and specs are planned for the HTC 11 and how much it will cost.
How to Activate Google Now in Android Nougat
By Sean Riley published
You can activate Google Now with either a touch of your finger or the sound of your voice.
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