I’m VentureBeat’s National Editor and lead mobile writer. I’ve been writing about technology since 2004, worked in IT support for many many years, and studied philosophy at Amherst College. I’ve also had experience on the retail end, as an electronics associate at Office Max (RIP) in my teenage years. I now live in Brooklyn, New York.

Outside of technology writing, I’m an avid podcaster. I’m a co-host on the Slashfilmcast, where I geek out about movies and pop-culture, the Drill Down, where I chat about tech, and Republic City Dispatch, a podcast following The Legend of Korra (yup).

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stories by Devindra Hardawar

Eric Schmidt: Android & Chrome OS staying separate; Google Now on iOS is up to Apple

You have to give Google executive chairman Eric Schmidt some credit -- he's not afraid to respond to tough questions directly.

At seven years old, how has Twitter affected your life?

It's been seven years since Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey sent his first tweet (back when it was called Twttr).

Google Keep: A new note-taking service that takes on Evernote

Google has its sights set directly on the popular note-taking app Evernote with today's launch of Google Keep, its very own note service.

Custora’s new analytics platform lets retailers test practically any marketing strategy

The myth of the "average shopper" is dead, according to New York City customer analytics startup Custora.

Cyberattack on South Korean banks, TV networks blamed on a computer virus

A spate of computer failures at South Korean banks and television networks this morning is being blamed on a computer virus.

HTC One delayed due to suppliers who think it’s not a ‘tier-one customer’

It doesn't matter how great your phone is if you can't actually get it built.

Samsung confirms it’s working on a watch — hints plans precede Apple iWatch rumors

A Samsung vice president has made it clear that the company is developing an upcoming watch product, which will likely compete with Apple's heavily rumored "iWatch" smart watch.

Your online ad strategy stinks, Pricing Engine raises $1.25M to help

When it comes to managing online ad campaigns, we could all use a hand -- especially small businesses.

Mobeam makes the Galaxy S IV the first phone to support typical barcode scanners

Our modern smartphone screens are great for many things -- browsing the web, taking photos, etc. -- but they're useless when it comes to traditional barcode scanners.

Apple’s cheap iPhone said to have 4-inch display & plastic case in multiple colors

The latest cheap iPhone rumor makes a lot more sense than the last round.

Make Love Not Porn founder wants to make the Y Combinator for porn

Have an adult-themed startup idea? Cindy Gallop, the outspoken founder of Make Love Not Porn, wants your number.

Hands-on with the Galaxy S4: the most comfortable 5-inch phone yet (video)

I'll admit, I'm no fan of big phones. But with the Galaxy S IV, which Samsung announced tonight in New York City, the company shows you can make a large screen fit into a surprisingly thin and light device.

Galaxy S IV: The new Android standard is all about killer software

Samsung officially unveiled the phone tonight at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, following plenty of leaked photos and videos.

New Galaxy S IV leaked pics and videos spoil Samsung’s fun — show off floating touch, eye-tracking features

Whatever surprises Samsung had in store for the launch of the Galaxy S IV later today have likely been spoiled by this latest round of leaked pictures and videos.

The newest Kickstarter record-breaker: Veronica Mars movie hits $1M in 4 hours (update: $2M in 10 hours)

The latest Kickstarter darling comes from an unlikely source: teen television.

Massive Interactive targets North America in its quest to rule IPTV

How is a startup that's been around for 16 years going to reinvent the IPTV market in North America?

Andy Rubin steps down as Google’s Android head

Andy Rubin will no longer be leading the charge for Android at Google, the company announced today.