Anton Galang

Anton Galang is a Chicago-based freelance writer and product tester with a focus on consumer technology, smart home products, gaming, and education. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism and more than 15 years of experience in creating print and digital content.

Highlights:

Anton's articles have been published in PC Magazine/PCMag.com and Lifewire, in addition to The Spruce.
He has over 15 years of experience writing and editing in the areas of technology and education.
He holds a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

Experience

Anton Galang started covering consumer tech in 2007 as an editorial contributor to PC Magazine and PCMag.com. He was also previously the Editorial Director of print and digital media at A+ Media, an educational communications firm in Chicago, IL.

Additionally, as a father of three young kids, he spends much of each day trying to keep them safe and entertained while finding ways to keep the house intact in their wake.

Favorite Purchase

I bought a Nintendo Switch in 2018, and it has continued to be a valuable purchase not just for entertainment, but as a go-to our family can enjoy together. In particular, it helped us get through our time stuck indoors during the pandemic when options were limited.

Education

Anton graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism (with a focus on magazine editing) from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.

Other Works

The 8 Best Digital Photo Frames of 2022, Lifewire
The 10 Best Nintendo Switch Kids' Games of 2022, Lifewire
Out of Place, Out of Time: How a Teen Takes an Unexpected Trip Back to the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 (A+ Media, 2021)

Education: Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University

Location: Chicago, IL

About The Spruce

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