Megan Ellis, Tech Valkyrie
@meganellis.bsky.social
Freelance technology journalist. Gamer, nerd, and animal lover living with fibromyalgia.
🔗 www.meggwrites.com
🔗 www.meggwrites.com
My review for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is up! Despite my usual skepticism, I actually fell in love with this device: meggwrites.com/2025/10/01/s...
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review: I wanted to dislike this foldable, but fell in love instead
My skepticism melted away when I spent time with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
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October 1, 2025 at 1:27 PM
My review for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is up! Despite my usual skepticism, I actually fell in love with this device: meggwrites.com/2025/10/01/s...
Doing a livestream with some fellow tech people in support of Doctors Without Borders. You can check out the site and schedule here: techathon.live
Techathon: Starting September 27, 2025
Charity livestream by the tech community, supporting Doctors without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières).
techathon.live
September 27, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Doing a livestream with some fellow tech people in support of Doctors Without Borders. You can check out the site and schedule here: techathon.live
Anyone got recommendations on an affordable cordless vacuum? Current one is packing up and keeps getting blocked with pet hair. Needs decent run time and the ability to handle pet hair. I'm in South Africa
August 6, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Anyone got recommendations on an affordable cordless vacuum? Current one is packing up and keeps getting blocked with pet hair. Needs decent run time and the ability to handle pet hair. I'm in South Africa
Anyone got recommendations for budget mechanical keyboard and headset brands that still deliver quality? My current keyboard and headset are falling apart but really limited with budget because of medical costs 🥲
July 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Anyone got recommendations for budget mechanical keyboard and headset brands that still deliver quality? My current keyboard and headset are falling apart but really limited with budget because of medical costs 🥲
Honor has launched two new devices in South Africa as part of its ambitions to take the top spot for smartphone market share in the country.
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Honor launches 400 series in South Africa, aiming for Samsung’s crown
Honor has launched two new devices in South Africa as part of its ambitions to take the top spot for smartphone market share in the country.
meggwrites.com
June 23, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Honor has launched two new devices in South Africa as part of its ambitions to take the top spot for smartphone market share in the country.
meggwrites.com/2025/06/23/h...
meggwrites.com/2025/06/23/h...
Honor's mid-range phones give me hope for the future of more affordable devices in South Africa. You can check out my review of the X9c here:
meggwrites.com/2025/04/14/h...
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Honor X9c review: A mid-range series that continues to impress me
Honor’s mid-range smartphones give me hope for the future of mobile devices in South Africa.
meggwrites.com
April 17, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Honor's mid-range phones give me hope for the future of more affordable devices in South Africa. You can check out my review of the X9c here:
meggwrites.com/2025/04/14/h...
meggwrites.com/2025/04/14/h...
Black Mirror Season 7 Episode 1, "Common People" hit hard for me as a person living with chronic illness and invisible disabilities #blackmirror
April 11, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Black Mirror Season 7 Episode 1, "Common People" hit hard for me as a person living with chronic illness and invisible disabilities #blackmirror
The South African pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been announced: meggwrites.com/2025/04/07/n...
Nintendo Switch 2 coming to South Africa on 5 June: Here’s how much it will cost
The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching in South Africa on 5 June 2025. But how much will it cost?
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April 7, 2025 at 12:39 PM
The South African pricing for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been announced: meggwrites.com/2025/04/07/n...
WhatsApp now lets you transcribe voice notes!
This is my first time trying video on Bluesky so if it's a bit wonky head to my TikTok account: vm.tiktok.com/ZMknRCshG/
This is my first time trying video on Bluesky so if it's a bit wonky head to my TikTok account: vm.tiktok.com/ZMknRCshG/
February 14, 2025 at 2:21 PM
WhatsApp now lets you transcribe voice notes!
This is my first time trying video on Bluesky so if it's a bit wonky head to my TikTok account: vm.tiktok.com/ZMknRCshG/
This is my first time trying video on Bluesky so if it's a bit wonky head to my TikTok account: vm.tiktok.com/ZMknRCshG/
Recommended retail pricing for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in South Africa.
S25: R19 999
S25+: R23 499
S25 Ultra: From R29 999
#withGalaxy #SamsungUnpacked
S25: R19 999
S25+: R23 499
S25 Ultra: From R29 999
#withGalaxy #SamsungUnpacked
January 22, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Recommended retail pricing for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in South Africa.
S25: R19 999
S25+: R23 499
S25 Ultra: From R29 999
#withGalaxy #SamsungUnpacked
S25: R19 999
S25+: R23 499
S25 Ultra: From R29 999
#withGalaxy #SamsungUnpacked
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Another Snapdragon 8 Elite handset overheats during our benchmark suite
Another Snapdragon 8 Elite handset overheats during our benchmark suite
Further evidence that Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite is simply too hot.
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January 17, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Another Snapdragon 8 Elite handset overheats during our benchmark suite
If you struggle with eye strain and light sensitivity when working on your computer, these 3 apps make a world of difference: www.tomsguide.com/computing/th...
They literally allow me to work during low-level migraines and help me avoid the trigger of bright light
They literally allow me to work during low-level migraines and help me avoid the trigger of bright light
These 3 apps save me from eye strain — you should download them now
Give your eyes relief with these simple but effective apps
www.tomsguide.com
January 15, 2025 at 11:17 AM
If you struggle with eye strain and light sensitivity when working on your computer, these 3 apps make a world of difference: www.tomsguide.com/computing/th...
They literally allow me to work during low-level migraines and help me avoid the trigger of bright light
They literally allow me to work during low-level migraines and help me avoid the trigger of bright light
I might have decided that 2024 was the year I would 100% a bunch of games 😂 #SteamReplay
December 19, 2024 at 1:16 PM
I might have decided that 2024 was the year I would 100% a bunch of games 😂 #SteamReplay
I hate the idea of "networking", but I'm actually going to take it a bit more seriously because it's the kindness of other freelancers and tech journalists that has made the rough landing after restructuring a little less rough. There are some really good people in the industry.
December 13, 2024 at 10:13 AM
I hate the idea of "networking", but I'm actually going to take it a bit more seriously because it's the kindness of other freelancers and tech journalists that has made the rough landing after restructuring a little less rough. There are some really good people in the industry.
Starting to pick up a bit more freelance work (though seriously hit me up if you're looking for more tech writers/editors) and re-realizing the uncertainty that comes with disclosing disabilities and neurodivergence.
December 5, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Starting to pick up a bit more freelance work (though seriously hit me up if you're looking for more tech writers/editors) and re-realizing the uncertainty that comes with disclosing disabilities and neurodivergence.
Spotify Wrapped is here! Open your app and select the Wrapped tab. If you don't see it, make sure your app is updated.
December 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Spotify Wrapped is here! Open your app and select the Wrapped tab. If you don't see it, make sure your app is updated.
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I love when the weather turns ugly because it makes the decision I already made not to leave the house for the whole day seem way more reasonable
December 3, 2024 at 2:40 PM
I love when the weather turns ugly because it makes the decision I already made not to leave the house for the whole day seem way more reasonable
I used the Google Assistant home button shortcut on my phone for the first time in a while and was offended to see it introducing Gemini. What did you do with my old buddy? How dare you!?! You bring Assistant back right now!
December 4, 2024 at 11:24 AM
I used the Google Assistant home button shortcut on my phone for the first time in a while and was offended to see it introducing Gemini. What did you do with my old buddy? How dare you!?! You bring Assistant back right now!
Went for an iron infusion today and hoping that it's the first step in me not feeling so godawful all the time.
December 2, 2024 at 12:29 PM
Went for an iron infusion today and hoping that it's the first step in me not feeling so godawful all the time.
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All my projects are free but donations are always very welcome!
mandyjwatson.itch.io
(The TTRPG bridge cards, the one-page RPGs, The Mischievous Thievery Of Jessica The Cat, and Heist At The Museum are my best work.)
mandyjwatson.itch.io
(The TTRPG bridge cards, the one-page RPGs, The Mischievous Thievery Of Jessica The Cat, and Heist At The Museum are my best work.)
November 29, 2024 at 8:00 PM
All my projects are free but donations are always very welcome!
mandyjwatson.itch.io
(The TTRPG bridge cards, the one-page RPGs, The Mischievous Thievery Of Jessica The Cat, and Heist At The Museum are my best work.)
mandyjwatson.itch.io
(The TTRPG bridge cards, the one-page RPGs, The Mischievous Thievery Of Jessica The Cat, and Heist At The Museum are my best work.)
So it looks like my schedule has unexpectedly opened up. If anyone knows of remote editorial and writing opportunities at technology publications, please let me know!
November 25, 2024 at 5:10 PM
So it looks like my schedule has unexpectedly opened up. If anyone knows of remote editorial and writing opportunities at technology publications, please let me know!
I'm glad to see more people appearing on Bluesky. Welcome!
November 24, 2024 at 9:08 PM
I'm glad to see more people appearing on Bluesky. Welcome!
The EcoFlow Delta 2 has become so integral as a loadshedding solution, that I wouldn't have been able to publish this review without it.
It is also great for gaming and making coffee. Check out my review below:
meggwrites.com/2023/11/24/e...
It is also great for gaming and making coffee. Check out my review below:
meggwrites.com/2023/11/24/e...
EcoFlow Delta 2 review: an ultra-convenient loadshedding solution
Does the Delta 2 deserve its title as EcoFlow's flagship product? I tested it for a month and this is how it performed...
meggwrites.com
November 24, 2023 at 10:49 AM
The EcoFlow Delta 2 has become so integral as a loadshedding solution, that I wouldn't have been able to publish this review without it.
It is also great for gaming and making coffee. Check out my review below:
meggwrites.com/2023/11/24/e...
It is also great for gaming and making coffee. Check out my review below:
meggwrites.com/2023/11/24/e...
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You will be shocked, shocked to hear that "The Theory That Men Evolved to Hunt and Women Evolved to Gather Is Wrong"! 🙄 Duh! OF COURSE IT'S WRONG. But now there's a cool article listing the biological and evidentiary reasons, along with nifty diagrams.
www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...
www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...
October 21, 2023 at 1:22 AM
You will be shocked, shocked to hear that "The Theory That Men Evolved to Hunt and Women Evolved to Gather Is Wrong"! 🙄 Duh! OF COURSE IT'S WRONG. But now there's a cool article listing the biological and evidentiary reasons, along with nifty diagrams.
www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...
www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-...