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Molly McHugh


Molly McHugh is the tech editor of the Daily Dot, focusing on technology, social media, sports, and streaming entertainment. Her work has also appeared in Wired and the Ringer.

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‘Vanderpump Rules’ recap: Heroes and villains and bears, oh my!

After the initial thrill of welcoming the crew back with episode 1, the second episode was a series of setups for what we have to hope will be dramatic outbursts.

On Jan 15, 2020 by Molly McHugh

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‘Vanderpump Rules’ recap: The SURvers are back, baby!

Each week, we're recapping 'Vanderpump Rules,' giving you the need-to-know details and rehashing relevant backstories to give you an intimate knowledge of our SURvers' neverending saga.

On Jan 13, 2020 by Molly McHugh

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A master guide to finally finishing your holiday shopping

It's crunch time.

On Dec 20, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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The best gear and gadget gifts for Dad this holiday season

Whatever level of tech mastery your dad has attained, there's a device he'd love to get as a gift this year.

On Dec 11, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Why dark mode is the best app of the year

The app of 2019 is not one app, but so many apps; it’s not even technically an app.

On Dec 3, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Review: Wyze’s smart lightbulbs affordably complement your smart home system

Wyze Bulbs blend into a smart home experience, and that's their selling point.

On Nov 29, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Review: Wyze’s budget security cams easily compete with big-name brands

For the price, you really can’t do much better than the Wyze Cam or Wyze Cam Pan.

On Nov 19, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Deadspin reporters rebel against ‘stick to sports’ mandate

The site's top editor was fired on Tuesday.

On Oct 29, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Threads from Instagram is here—and it comes with a big privacy ask

Threads beefs up Instagram's messaging system and focuses on your Close Friends list.

On Oct 4, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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How Airbnb went weird

From giant wooden dogs to Hobbit holes, everyone’s chasing an Instagram.

On Sep 27, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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If you love long-winded, hashtag-heavy Instagram captions, these apps can help

Sick of manually creating Instagram line breaks? Try these.

On Sep 19, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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How to create your very own Instagram hoax

Fool your parents with this easy-to-use, Mad Libs-style guide.

On Aug 22, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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It’s impossible to truly capture golden hour, but these tools can help you try

Everything looks good at golden hour. Here's how to get that good light.

On Aug 16, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Give your Instagram profile some personality with Story Highlights

Instagram's Highlight tool is a creative way not only to save your favorite Stories but also get a little artistic with your profile.

On Aug 14, 2019 by Molly McHugh

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Amazon Dash buttons died as they lived—kinda useless

Dash buttons were a bad idea with a lasting legacy.

On Aug 2, 2019 by Molly McHugh