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Jae Thomas

Deputy Shopping Editor

Jae Thomas is a Colorado-based Deputy Shopping Editor for Mashable. They specialize in pet tech, smart fitness gear, finding the perfect gift, and sourcing the top deals on shopping holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Jae has worked at Mashable since 2020, where they've written countless deals roundups and product reviews. Before Jae came to Mashable, they received a B.A. in Journalism and English Literature from New York University and wrote food and lifestyle content for publications like Bon Appétit, Epicurious, The Daily Beast, Apartment Therapy, and Marie Claire.

When they're not testing products or writing about online shopping, you'll find Jae whipping up an elaborate meal, hiking, camping, or training their dogs, Miso and Dashi. Reach out to them on X at @jaetaurina or by email at [email protected].


By Jae Thomas
The best waterproof fitness trackers
Apple Watch

The best air fryers for every kitchen
An air fryer

The best treadmills for your home gym
person walking on treadmill

The best fitness trackers of 2024: Tested and reviewed
By Leah Stodart and Jae Thomas with additional reporting from Mashable writers
Man running with a fitbit on his wrist


The 40+ best gift ideas for the woman in your life
gifts for her

The 5 best smart fitness mirrors we tested, and one you should avoid
By Jae Thomas with additional reporting from Mashable writers
Person using FORME studio

25 best gifts for pets (and their parents)
man carrying dog over his shoulder

The 7 best Peloton alternatives for crushing those New Year's resolutions
Three indoor cycling bikes on a colorful background

The 45 best gift ideas for the woman in your life
gifts for her

The $2 Paramount+ Cyber Monday deal is live
Paramount Black Friday ad


The $2 Paramount+ Black Friday deal is live
Paramount Black Friday ad

The 7 best self-emptying robot vacuums for no-effort cleaning
Illustration of self-emptying robot vacuum with arms holding trash bags


Diggs' new inflatable dog crate could use some upgrades
A rough collie puppy sitting in a gray inflatable crate in a black car


Oru's lightest foldable kayak is worth every penny
Person with long hair wearing a green top in a white oru kayak on a lake

Is the Peloton App worth it if you don't own the bike? We tested it to find out.
woman standing in front of a TV playing a workout video

Score cheap Fitbits and Apple Watches during Prime Day 2
Two Fitbit Versa smartwatches on a pink background




The best early Prime Day grilling deals to shop now
Grill on a patio full of grilling food

The best telescopes for gazing at stars, planets, and galaxies in 2023
Telescope under a black and blue sky
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