Amanda Caswell is the AI Editor at Tom's Guide and one of today’s leading voices in AI and technology.
A celebrated contributor to various news outlets, her sharp insights and relatable storytelling have earned her a loyal readership. Amanda’s work has been recognized with prestigious honors, including outstanding contribution to media.
Known for her ability to bring clarity to even the most complex topics, Amanda seamlessly blends innovation and creativity, inspiring readers to embrace the power of AI and emerging technologies.
As a certified prompt engineer, she continues to push the boundaries of how humans and AI can work together.
Beyond her journalism career, Amanda is a long-distance runner and mom of three. She lives in New Jersey.
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I added /human to 5 everyday ChatGPT prompts to see if the viral trick really makes AI sound more natural. Here’s what happened.

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I tested three StrikeSphere sports toys with my kids to see which ones kept them moving, competing and coming back for more.

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I tested ChatGPT-6 and Claude Opus 5.5 side by side. Here’s which AI I’d use for 7 everyday tasks, from writing and planning to research

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Google is launching TPUs into orbit aboard a SpaceX mission to test if solar-powered orbital data centers can solve AI's growing power demands.

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I put ChatGPT-6 and Claude Opus 5.5 through five real-world tests covering writing, reasoning, planning and decision-making. One model won 4 out of 5.

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OpenAI is reportedly ramping up its influencer marketing for ChatGPT, partnering with creators beyond tech as it looks to reach new audiences.

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Mac users are finding a Siri process still running after disabling Siri in macOS 27. Here’s why Spotlight may be responsible and what you need to know.

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Trump wants to rename artificial intelligence “Super Intelligence.” Here’s what SI actually means, why the distinction matters and what could change.

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OpenAI contractors were reportedly fired for using AI to train ChatGPT. Here’s how they were caught — and why the story is so unusual.

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macOS 27 can use up to 14GB of storage for Apple Intelligence. Here's how to check what's using your Mac's space and safely turn off AI features.

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An independent investigation found ChatGPT’s ad technology may track activity after you leave the chatbot. Here’s how it works and what OpenAI says.

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The amiGO Jr. Tab 2 gets the basics right for younger kids, with a clever matte screen and stylus combination that turned out to be far more useful than I expected.

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Nvidia says local AI is here. Here’s how local models and personal AI agents could change the way we use AI at home.

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What happened when I used Siri AI exclusively for a day over ChatGPT.

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SkillSync lets you transfer ChatGPT conversations to Claude without losing your context. I tested it with a real chat to see how well it works.

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Michael Burry says AI apocalypse warnings may be good for business. Here’s why the industry’s push to slow AI raises some uncomfortable questions.

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How current is your AI? I tested ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini to see what they know, what they get wrong and when web search makes a difference.

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Third-party AI agents like Claude can now control Google Home devices. Here is what it means for your privacy, security and smart devices.

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This clever Raspberry Pi-powered e-ink frame listens for birds outside your window, identifies them locally and displays beautiful 19th-century illustrations.

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Meta just launched Meta One, a new subscription for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp that gives you access to more AI features. Here's what's still free and what you'll have to pay for.

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Microsoft has released a draft constitution for its future AI models. Here's what its Humanist AI Code of Conduct means and why it matters.

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Leaked reports show OpenAI contractors are reading real ChatGPT prompts. Learn what "Project Lily" means for your data and how to opt out immediately.

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Learn how to get started with ChatGPT for Financial Services, who can access it and how OpenAI’s new finance-focused AI platform works.
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