You can turn your old phone into a free dashcam in just 3 steps — here's how Got an old iPhone or Android gathering dust? Turn it into a dashcam with this simple guide. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
Engineering students: What advice do you wish you'd been given when choosing a laptop for your studies? What aspects are most important in a laptop for your engineering studies? Let us know and your comments may be featured in our updated guide Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
HBO Max just added 52 movies — here are the 5 I’m streaming first HBO Max is kicking off July 2026 by adding dozens of movies to its library, and I've found five excellent flicks you need to stream now. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
Stop clicking 'New Chat' in ChatGPT — staying in the same conversation gets you better answers Stop starting new ChatGPT chats for every task. Here's why continuing the same conversation often produces better answers with less prompting. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
Expert warns of the dangerous ‘fishy smell’ you should never ignore in your home during a heatwave The unusual ‘fishy smell ’ in your home you should never ignore during a heatwave — here’s why. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
I just got both my battery packs confiscated at a Chinese airport, and I wish I’d known about this one thing before flying I just had my portable power banks confiscated by airport security in China. Here is the strict mandatory "3C" logo regulation you need to check before flying. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
Exclusive: Google design director says Fitbit Air reception proves they 'made the right decision' going screen-free I spoke to the lead designer behind the Fitbit Air to learn more about Google’s new $99 tracker and to determine if the Fitbit brand is actually here to stay. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
Paramount+ just added 70 new movies and shows — here's the 5 I'm streaming first Paramount Plus just added 70 movies and shows on July 1, 2026. Here are the five I'd recommend streaming right now. Tom’s Guide · Jul 2
I already paid $300 for Meta’s smart glasses — now it's charging $20 a month for a key feature Meta is rate limiting its Conversation Focus feature on smart glasses. Here's why paywalling this locally-run tech that helps people who are hard of hearing is a new low. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
'Amazon put identity theft victims through a Kafkaesque ordeal': FTC issues $2.5 million fine over denying requests The Federal Trade Commission accused Amazon of making it difficult for identity theft victims to actually get records of fraudulent transactions. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
'Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it:' Netflix is using an AI-generated Gene Wilder voice for 'Wonka' reality show Netflix's Wonka reality show will feature an AI recreation of Gene Wilder's voice, built by ElevenLabs with estate approval. Not everyone is on board. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
iPhone 18 Pro rumor — $200 more and now just 3 colors? A new leak claims that Apple will only offer the iPhone 18 Pro in three colors. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
Amazon kills Fire Stick sideloading — apparently, malware and piracy are to blame Amazon explains why it made the switch from Fire OS to Vega OS on its streaming devices. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
I'm testing the coolest budget mattress on the market and it's perfect for summer heatwaves — now up to 43% off in the 4th of July sales The budget-friendly SweetNight CoolNest Memory Foam Mattress promises to help you sleep 8°F, but with a heatwave coming, is it worth buying in the 4th of July sales? Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 ChatGPT and Claude just got a powerful new scam detector — use these 10 prompts to scan emails, texts and more The latest ChatGPT app/Claude “Connector” welcomes Norton’s scam detector to both AI tools—here’s a list of prompts you can use to scan emails, texts and more.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 Your VPN won't stop AI companies collecting your data — here's what actually helps A new survey found that 40% of VPN users are trying to stop AI companies from collecting their data. Here's what a VPN can and can't actually protect.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 I tested the minimalist Cambridge Audio L/R S — and they’re some of the most premium-feeling midrange speakers on the market The Cambridge Audio L/R S are high-quality bookshelf speakers with a huge range of connectivity types and clean sound.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 I’ve spent two weeks testing the new Potensic Atom 3 — and this DJI alternative is one of the best beginner drones you can buy today The Potensic Atom 3 is a powerful beginner-friendly drone that shoots 4K/60fps video and 50MP stills, and it's easy to fly thanks to the new PTD2 controller.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 PlayStation is officially killing physical discs — here's when they disappear and what that means for you Sony is officially ending physical disc versions of brand-new games starting in January 2028. Here's why the company has decided to make this decision.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 Samsung teases new Galaxy Z Fold 8 design ahead of Unpacked — 'bold stroke, new shape' Samsung officially wiped its Instagram to tease a wide, passport-shaped Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 I tested Ooni’s $450 pizza oven — I've never had crusts this crispy (for better and worse) The Ooni Karu 2 is a versatile, mid-range multifuel pizza oven that makes pizzeria-quality pies. The heat can be a little unstable using solid fuel, but nothing unmanageable.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 How to clean windows with vinegar for streak-free glass (yes, it really works) Streaky glass? Here’s how to clean windows with white vinegar without leaving a single mark and make them crystal clear.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 Android 17 drops lockscreen guess limits from 1,800 to 20 — here's what that means for you Android 17 is making it harder for hackers to crack your lock screen, which means a very strict limit on how many times you can guess a passcode.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 Google Maps actually defaults to the slowest route now — here's how to fix it Google Maps now defaults to fuel-efficient routes that can be slower. Disable this setting to get fastest navigation.
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 Lockin Veno Solar smart lock review: This smart lock never needs recharging The Lockin Veno Solar smart lock offers some convenient features and avoids the need for manual charging or battery replacement.