Devindra Hardawar

Devindra Hardawar is a prominent technology journalist and the Senior Editor at Engadget, where he has been working since November 2014. His role involves writing breaking news, features, and reviews across various tech products, including smartphones and laptops, while also covering entertainment stories that intersect with technology. He is particularly focused on the tech scene in New York City and emerging platforms like virtual reality.12

Background and Experience

• Education: Hardawar holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Amherst College, where he also started the college's first technology column.
• Previous Roles:
  • National Editor at VentureBeat (2011-2014), where he managed the East Coast team and led mobile coverage.
  • Co-host of the long-running film podcast /Filmcast, contributing to discussions on film and television.13

Interests and Contributions

In addition to his editorial work, Hardawar is a part-time film critic and actively participates in discussions about the intersection of technology and culture through his podcasting efforts. He emphasizes making complex tech topics accessible to a broad audience, reflecting his commitment to "fighting for the users" as he puts it.12

Online Presence

Hardawar maintains an active online presence, sharing insights on technology and film through various platforms including LinkedIn and social media.13