Amanda Caswell is an award-winning journalist, bestselling YA author, 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.
Latest articles by Amanda Caswell

Bad news for Google — new survey shows 55% of people are now using AI instead of search engines
By Amanda Caswell last updated
A new Future survey shows AI search is replacing Google for everyday tasks. 55% of US users and 62% in the UK now turn to AI search for faster, more personal answers.

I tested Grok and Gemini on 7 tough image prompts — and the winner isn't the one most people expect
By Amanda Caswell published
I tested Grok vs Gemini on 7 AI image prompts — from photorealism to Pixar style — here’s which one delivered the better results.

ChatGPT-5 Study Mode isn’t just for students — 7 prompts to boost your career now
By Amanda Caswell published
Study Mode in ChatGPT-5 goes beyond homework help. Learn how professionals, parents, and hobbyists can make it work for them every day.

Trump’s AI action plan unleashed — bias rules, free speech and Big Tech
By Amanda Caswell published
Could an AI ever be president? U.S. law says no, but the debate reveals big questions about technology, politics, and how humans and machines might share power.

Closing my pool is one of the most stressful household tasks I do each year — but this robot cleaner made it a lot easier
By Amanda Caswell published
The BuHybrid L6 is a lightweight hybrid pool cleaner that impressed in corded mode. Here’s what we learned after a full summer of use.

I asked ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini tough teen questions — only one earned my trust
By Amanda Caswell published
ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini go head-to-head in a test of teen advice prompts, offering empathetic, thoughtful responses.

I tested ChatGPT-5 vs Gemini 2.5 Pro with 5 coding prompts — here's the winner
By Amanda Caswell published
I challenged ChatGPT-5 and Gemini 2.5 Pro with 5 real coding tasks — from building websites to creating games. Here's the clear winner.

ChatGPT reportedly linked to first murder — here's what we know and what OpenAI is saying
By Amanda Caswell published
A tragic Connecticut case shows how ChatGPT allegedly fueled a former Yahoo executive’s delusions, raising urgent questions about AI safety.

I fixed the most annoying thing about ChatGPT — here's how
By Amanda Caswell last updated
ChatGPT kept ending every reply with the same annoying question. I found a simple fix — plus 5 prompt hacks that make it even smarter.

Claude AI will start training on your data soon — here's how to opt out before the deadline
By Amanda Caswell published
Anthropic's Claude AI will soon use your chats to train its models — unless you opt out by September 28. Here’s how to protect your data in seconds.

OpenAI Updates Safety Features Amid Lawsuit— Here's What's Changing
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI is rolling out new ChatGPT safeguards after a lawsuit, including emotional distress detection and parental controls.

Hackers Are Using AI to Launch Massive Cyberattacks — How to Protect Yourself
By Amanda Caswell published
Anthropic says hackers used Claude AI to automate a massive ransomware spree. Here’s what happened — and how to protect your data.

This AI Robot Mower Completely Transformed Our One-Acre Yard
By Amanda Caswell published
We tested the Segway Navimow robot mower on our acre of land. Here’s how it handled setup, navigation, and cutting — and whether it’s worth it.

You’ll Never Believe These Sites Were Built by AI — The Results Are Wild
By Amanda Caswell published
With the right prompts and know-how, you can use Claude to create a pretty good website pretty quickly. Here's how.

The AI Boom Is Driving Up Electricity Bills — Here’s What You Need To Know
By Amanda Caswell published
AI data centers are consuming so much electricity, that its actually impacting household power bills!

Google Vids Now Lets You Turn Any Image Into a Video — Plus More (And It's Free)
By Amanda Caswell published
Google is expanding its AI-powered video editor with new features, new learning tools and even a free tier.

Need a Standout Resume Fast? I Tested ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — Here’s the Best Chatbot for the Task
By Amanda Caswell published
I tested ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini to see which AI writes the best resume. From ATS optimization to human readability, here’s which chatbot writes the best one

Parents Sue OpenAI Over Alleged Role of ChatGPT in Teen’s Suicide
By Amanda Caswell published
The parents of a California teen are suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT encouraged their son’s suicide. Here’s what the lawsuit claims and how OpenAI responded

Google Gemini’s AI Photo Editing Is Next-Level — Here’s What It Can Really Do
By Amanda Caswell published
Google Gemini just rolled out a major AI image editing upgrade. From blending photos to multi-turn edits, here’s how the new tools let you transform your images

Google Translate Just Got A Huge Upgrade — Live Conversations And Language Practice Are Here
By Amanda Caswell published
Google Translate just got smarter with AI-powered live conversations and personalized language practice. Here’s how the new update helps.

ChatGPT Is Stealing Wikipedia’s Readers — What It Means For You
By Amanda Caswell published
A new study reveals that ChatGPT is drawing readers away from Wikipedia. Here’s what that shift means for how we get answers online.

This Hot New AI Job Requires Zero Experience — And Anyone Can Do It
By Amanda Caswell published
Vibe coding is the new way to build apps fast with AI. Learn how ChatGPT-5 and other chatbots make app creation easy and accessible to everyone.

These 9 Vibe Coding Prompts Are Pure Genius — And So Easy To Use
By Amanda Caswell published
I test AI tools every day, but these 9 vibe coding prompts are my favorites — short, visual, and fun ways to turn AI into a creative playground.
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