Devindra Hardawar

Senior Editor

Devindra has been writing about the way technology intersects with our lives for nearly 20 years. He started the Amherst Student's first technology column, worked in IT support for many (many) years, and eventually moved to Brooklyn to cover New York's tech scene in 2009. After several years at VentureBeat, where he reviewed gadgets, covered countless early startups and led East Coast coverage, he joined Engadget to focus on consumer technology in 2014. Devindra focuses PC and gaming hardware -- including laptops, video cards and consoles -- home entertainment, and anything he finds particularly cool. He also launched, and currently co-hosts, the latest iteration of the Engadget Podcast. He holds no awards, but M. Night Shyamalan once played with his iPhone. When he's not diving into tech, he's probably at the movies, binging TV, or podcasting about why The Fast and Furious is the definitive franchise of our time.

Articles by Devindra Hardawar

Surface Pro 12-inch review: A downgrade, but it sure is cute
The Surface Pro is light, thin and can handle basic work just fine. It's also as cute as a button, so you probably won't mind that it has sub-par performance and a lesser screen than the 13-inch model.
Engadget Podcast: Surface Pro 12-inch and a chat with (Google) X’s Astro Teller
This week we're diving into the new 12-inch Surface Pro, which, alongside the 13-inch Surface Laptop, is a foray into smaller Surface hardware.
Microsoft unveils smaller Surfaces: A 12-inch Surface Pro tablet and a 13-inch Surface Laptop
Microsoft's new Surface devices are smaller and more compact than ever, but they are also a bit compromised.
The best laptop you can buy in 2025
Picking your next laptop can be a daunting task. The Engadget team has tested and reviewed dozens of laptops and these are our favorites.
Ask Engadget: Is it a good time to move to Macs from Windows?
A reader wonders if it's worth abandoning decades of Windows experience for greener pastures on Macs.
Piaggio turned its cute follow robot into a Star Wars droid
It's basically just a $2,875 version of the Gitamini (which now sells for $2,475) with Star Wars decals and sound effects. But it sure is cute.
Engadget Podcast: Meta’s first LlamaCon was kind of a bust
This week Meta held its first-ever AI dev conference, LlamaCon, focused on the development of its Llama generative AI model. But while there was plenty of hype, not much happened, besides the launch of the Meta AI app and a new Llama API.
The best VR headsets for 2025
If you've been intrigued by virtual reality for a while, there are a number of solid headsets to consider. These are the best VR headsets we've tested and reviewed.
“It feels alive”: The Legend of Ochi director on the power of puppets
A chat with Isaiah Saxon about his unique new film and its adorable puppet star.
Microsoft's Recall and improved Windows search start rolling out to Copilot+ AI PCs today
Almost a year since Microsoft announced its controversial Recall feature, and after several delays, the company has finally started bringing it to Copilot+ AI PCs today.
Engadget Podcast: The death of 4chan (for now)
This week, we're diving into Engadget's coverage from the 2025 New York Auto Show.
Spacetop AR is now an expensive Windows app instead of a useless screenless laptop
Without custom hardware, Sightful has a better shot of bringing its Spacetop AR interface to more people.
The best laptops for gaming and schoolwork in 2025
Here's the latest list of the most powerful and affordable laptops for gaming that students can also use for school, as reviewed by experts from Engadget.
Andor season 2 review: A Star Wars miracle, an ode to rebellion
Andor season two is even better than the original.
Engadget Podcast: NY Auto Show 2025 and a chat with the director of The Legend of Ochi
This week, we're diving into Engadget's coverage from the 2025 New York Auto Show.
NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti (16GB) review: A solid semi-budget GPU for $429 (but good luck scoring that price)
The RTX 5060 Ti offers solid 1080p and 1440p performance under $500, and it delivers some impressive framerates with the help of NVIDIA’s DLSS 4.
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5060 GPU starts at $299, RTX 5060 Ti at $379
At long last, NVIDIA has announced its budget GeForce RTX 50-series, but don't expect any major discounts over the previous models.
Engadget Podcast: Pixel 9a review and bracing for tariffs
This week, Engadget's Sam Rutherford dives into his experience with Google's new $499 mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 9a.
Black Mirror is now a delightful escape from reality
Black Mirror felt like a horrifying harbinger of an over-teched future when it debuted in 2011, now it's practically an escape from the fresh hell of real world headlines.
Tom Cruise gears up to save us from AI in the latest Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning trailer
In the latest trailer for Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning, Tom Cruise is gearing up to take on his greatest enemy,: superintelligent AI.

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