Terrence O'Brien is an experienced freelance writer currently contributing to NME Networks and WIRED since 2024, following a long tenure as Managing Editor at Engadget from 2011 to 2024. At Engadget, O'Brien managed a global team of over two dozen, directed reviews and buying guide programs, and played a key role in enhancing editorial standards. O'Brien’s background also includes positions as Senior Editor at Engadget, Contributing Writer at Techlicious, Senior Writer at Switched, and New York City Music beat reporter at B5 Media. Prior experience includes a project management role at UBS, where O'Brien oversaw significant software and hardware upgrades. O'Brien holds a Bachelor of Arts in English/Writing from the City University of New York-College of Staten Island.