Hear me out — here’s why everyone needs (at least) two pairs of headphones I am a firm believer that everyone needs two sets of headphones for casual and detailed listening, and here's why. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
HP made a gaming PC for people who don't want to look like they own a gaming PC — meet the Omen 35L Stealth Edition HP just announced an updated model of its Omen 35L, and one version has a "stealthy" design with no RGB lighting. This is the gaming HP I want. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Claude’s new ‘learning modes’ take on ChatGPT’s Study Mode — here’s what they do Anthropic’s Claude now has new learning modes for students and developers, rivaling ChatGPT’s study features with guided and Socratic-style teaching. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Forget the Apple Watch 10 — 5 reasons why I prefer this cheap Casio Baby-G watch to the best smartwatches Forget the Apple Watch 10, Pixel Watch 3, and Galaxy Watch 8. What you really need is a good old-fashioned Casio watch in semitransparent baby blue. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Biggest rumored upgrades In an iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 16 Pro Max face off, it's clear which phone should be the winner. But what sort of upgrades can we expect based on the rumors about Apple's next premium phone? Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
I walked 5,500 steps with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 vs Galaxy Watch 7 — and the results surprised me I wore the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 7 on a long walk to determine which is more accurate at tracking workouts. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Pebble Watch 2 final design and new specs revealed — this could be your low-key answer to the Apple Watch Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky has revealed the final design of the $225 Pebble Watch 2 and it's a beautiful blast from the past. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
The 3 best places to put a home security camera — and the 3 worst Where you put your security camera is almost more important than which home security camera you buy. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Apple Vision Pro is finally getting an upgrade — here’s what we know Newly-discovered code references an Apple Vision Pro with M5 processor, which could be a giveaway the next generation Apple Vision Pro 2 is right around the corner. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
iPad mini 8 could be just as powerful as the iPhone 17 Pro — what we know Apple's rumored iPad mini 8 is expected to be powered by an A19 Pro chip, similar to the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models, giving it a major performance upgrade over its predecessor. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
I review Windows laptops for a living — and these are the best keyboard shortcuts I found on Reddit Be more productive and become a Windows 11 power user by mastering these useful keyboard shortcuts, which have been hand-selected from the most recommended shortcuts on Reddit. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
iOS 26 Image Playground vs Android 16 Pixel Studio: I found the best AI image generator, and it's not even close I put the new iOS 26 Image Playground to the test against Android 16 Pixel Studio to see which one generates images accurately and better. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Save $200 on your electric bill every year by making this small change — you'll be surprised Energy experts share how understanding 'phantom load' can help you cut your energy use and save on your bill. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
I’ve been using apps on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's cover screen with this download — but I’m not totally in love with it Multistar is the app I needed to unlock the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's full potential. ButI think there's still work to be done on the Flip experience. Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025
Tom’s Guide · Aug 14, 2025 I test monitors for a living — here's the 3 I recommend for every budget Finding your next monitor to match your PC, PS5, Xbox and more can be tricky, but after testing the latest displays, these are my top recommendations for anyone looking for their next monitor.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 Apple plans home robot invasion with lifelike Siri that 'injects itself into conversations' — and there's a lot more devices Apple is finally entering the AI race with a lifelike Siri, smart display, dancing robot, and AI-powered security camera — here’s everything we know so far.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I used to be an open-ear hater, but these are the 3 open-earbuds that changed my mind — and none of them are Bose Everyone should have a set of open-earbuds, and these are my top three.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I’ve spent a year with this retro keyboard and it takes me back to my childhood (even if my colleagues hate it) The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard is the perfect balance of modern capability, and retro look and feel. I've been using the C64 Edition for a year and it's my favorite keyboard!
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I'm going to be extremely upset if the Pixel 10 doesn't launch with this accessory — here's why Google Pixel 10's rumored magnetic charging means now is the perfect time for a new Pixel Stand — and I'll be rather upset if we don't get one.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I tested this smart telescope that pairs with my phone to capture galaxies and nebulas — and it’s under $550 Not only does the Dwarf 3 smart telescope capture amazing astrophotography, but it's also just as good at nature photography,
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I review laptops for a living — and I just tested the ultimate MacBook docking station for my home office If you want to use a MacBook as your primary at-home computer, this USB-C docking station from Plugable could change how you work... and might even lower your electricity bill.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I used a Meta Quest 3 for work so you don't have to — and there's one huge problem nobody talks about Using a Meta Quest 3 for work comes with plenty of perks, including being able to use multiple, adjustable virtual monitors at once, but I can't get over one glaring problem that disrupts my workflow.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I was a phone engineer, and this is what you need to do if you suffer from the 3 most common hardware faults Phones break, and sometimes it can be a nightmare to solve. Here’s everything you need to do when the worst happens.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 Sam Altman responds to GPT-5 backlash — here's all the new features just announced OpenAI adds new speed modes, boosts GPT-5 Thinking limits, and restores GPT-4o for paid ChatGPT users — plus a warmer personality update is on the way.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 13, 2025 I finally tried the Ninja Swirl ice cream maker — here's what I love (and don't) I used the Ninja Swirl by Creami to make protein soft-serve in minutes.