Conor Cawley

Conor Cawley

Conor is the Lead Writer for Tech.co. For the last eight years, he’s covered everything from tech news and product reviews to digital marketing trends and business tech innovations. He’s a feature, reviews, and news contributor for Android Police, and he has hosted tech-focused events for SXSW, Tech in Motion, and General Assembly, to name a few. He also cannot pronounce the word “colloquially” correctly.

You can email Conor at conor@tech.co.

  • Google Payday Loans App
    Google Bans Payday Loan Apps Google has officially banned payday loan apps from the Play Store. Find out what that means for predatory lending practices now and hear how these app developers are responding, as well as the other content that Google won't allow on its platform.
    Conor Cawley
  • Gaming Addiction Clinic
    UK Opens First NHS Gaming Addiction Clinic The UK took a huge step today in addressing a growing concern in the video game community, opening a clinic focused on treating patients with an addiction to gaming. Addiction is the dark side of a multi-faceted, multi-billion dollar industry.
    Conor Cawley
  • Hidden Meaning Emojis
    The Hidden Meaning Behind Emojis Emojis have become part of everyday lexicon. Understanding the hidden meanings could help you avoid serious embarrassment.
    Conor Cawley
  • Microsoft Surface lineup
    Microsoft Unveils New Range of Surface Products At the Surface Event 2019, Microsoft unveiled the Surface Pro7, the Surface Pro X, the Surface Laptop 3, and Surface Earbuds — the company's answer to AirPods — which will all be available this year. Here are the specs and prices to know.
    Conor Cawley
  • Fitbit Google Purchase
    Fitbit’s Future in Doubt, Google Reportedly Interested in Purchase Fitbit is reportedly in talks to sell the company, as the smartwatch boom has made it hard to compete. Learn more about who might acquire Fitbit now, and find out if the future of fitness trackers is in jeopardy of falling by the wayside.
    Conor Cawley
  • Facebook’s Libra Blocked in France and Germany Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency has been blocked in France and Germany, citing that "no private entity can claim monetary power." Read the official statement and learn more about who else is pushing back on this innovative digital currency.
    Conor Cawley
  • iPhone 11 Launch
    iPhone 11 Launch – Everything You Need to Know Apple has officially announced its new lineup of iPhones, including the iPhone 11, the iPhone 11 Pro, and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Learn more about price, specs, and availability here, as well as whether or not you should buy one for yourself.
    Conor Cawley
  • Apple Chinese Labor Laws
    Apple Accused of Breaching Chinese Labor Laws Apple is dealing with another labor violation complaint, as China Labor Watch has released a report noting 18 different violations of Chinese labor laws, including forced overtime, unpaid meetings, and the over-employment of temporary workers.
    Conor Cawley
  • Future Gaming
    Streaming Services, Virtual Reality and the Future of Gaming Watch out Xbox and PlayStation – serious contenders such as Apple and Google have announced plans to take on the gaming industry. From streaming services and disc-less consoles to virtual reality and augmented reality, we count up the gaming innovations on the way.
    Conor Cawley
  • Instagram Snapchat App
    Instagram to Take on Snapchat With New Messaging App Instagram is poised to add a standalone messaging app to its lineup, threatening to compete with Snapchat in a very meaningful way. Learn more about the battle between these social media giants and what it means for the future of messaging.
    Conor Cawley
  • Instagram Hoax Social Media
    Surprise! Posting a Block of Text Won’t Protect You on Social Media A 2012 internet hoax is making the rounds again, tricking naïve social media users into sharing a big block of legal text that in no way, shape, or form protects them, their pictures, or their data from being shared online.
    Conor Cawley
  • Unused Tech Smartphones
    Unused Tech Piles Up While Rare Elements Grow Scarce Unused tech is becoming a serious problem, as millions of devices are collecting dust and the rare elements inside them are becoming harder to find. Read more about exactly how many devices are out there and what you can do to help.
    Conor Cawley