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August 18
- Is the MacBook Neo a good back-to-school laptop or a trap?
- I used the 'strategic discomfort' prompt to turn ChatGPT into a life coach — and it helped me fix one of my biggest problems
- I asked an expert who works with seniors for 5 bodyweight exercises to build functional strength and mobility: Here’s what he said
- iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: 7 biggest upgrades Apple is planning next month
- 5 Gemini features ChatGPT still can’t match
- I find it hard to fit in my runs during the school summer break, so I asked a personal trainer for a 20-minute treadmill workout — here’s what they recommended
August 17
- Moccamaster vs Simply Good Coffee — which premium coffee machine makes a better brew? Here's what I think
- QVC has the perfect gear for your fall picnics
- How well do you really know 80s action movies? This quiz will put your memory to the test, from ‘Terminator’ to ‘Die Hard’
- Google Maps is better than ever — here are 7 'Ask Maps' prompts to try next
- In your 40s? This single exercise is the secret to age-proofing your body
- Motorola's Razr Fold gives foldables a camera to rival traditional flagships
- I just tried the thinnest phone grip Popsockets has created — and now there's no reason to not get a grip for your phone
- We asked Tom’s Guide readers what brand of running shoes they wear, and there was a clear winner
- I connected Claude to my daily apps — here are the 5 that actually made it useful
August 16
- The 5 accessories that transformed my iPhone 17 Pro Max for under $50
- Pixel Watch 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 — 5 key differences you need to know
- No, not pigeon pose, this is the simple Pilates exercise I use to actively stretch my hip flexors while also working my deep core
- This new AI assistant makes AI easier for people 65+ — no app or prompts required
- I've spent more than three weeks using the Galaxy Z Flip 8 — and it's a tipping point for Samsung
- Expert says these 2 factors wake you up at 3 a.m. — but this $0 hack is helping me sleep through the night
- How to climate-proof your garden: The plant swaps I'll be making for next summer
- Salmonella and cyclospora outbreaks are spreading: Can AI help keep you safe?
- I ran 200 miles wearing these armless prescription sunglasses — here are 5 things I love and 2 I don’t
August 15
- A personal trainer who specializes in seniors says this 5-minute workout is great for improving bone density and protecting your joints
- Your living room might be too bright for an OLED TV — here’s how to tell
- The 256GB laptop is the new 32GB phone — and it’s quietly pushing you into cloud subscriptions
- I challenged ChatGPT and Gemini to find the best ways to unwind — these 7 ideas made National Relaxation Day even better
- Ditch 'fart walking' — Tai Chi walking is trending again, and this is why
August 14
- I’ve been wearing the Garmin Cirqa for 3 weeks: Here are 3 things I like, and 3 things I’d change
- 5 beginner PC building tips from the mad genius who built a $34k, 353-pound desktop with not one, but two RTX 5090s
- Cleaning vinegar vs white vinegar: Why you need to know the difference (and what to avoid)
- I’ve been living with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 for 3 weeks — and I was wrong
- 5 key reasons why a mattress topper is a dorm room essential even if the bed is new — plus 3 easy steps to choose the right one
- 'The industry focused heavily on how quickly we could build compute and not enough on what was required to support it': we spoke to an AI infrastructure expert about the AI data center backlash
- Over 60? These are the 3 dynamic balance exercises you should be doing now
- Gemini 3.7 Flash is here — and this prompt proves why it's known as Google's 'workhorse'
August 13
- 5 reasons why NordVPN beats a free alternative every time
- I just saw a hydrogen-powered car set a world record at 400 mph — but can they compete with EVs?
- I created an ultra-hard movie tagline quiz — only true film buffs will get a 10/10
- I’ve been making the biggest washing machine error according to laundry pros — and it stinks
- 3 reasons the Google Pixel Watch 5 is good news for the Fitbit Air owners
- 5 insane ‘Lanterns’ theories that could change everything about the new DC universe
- I’ve been writing about fitness trackers for a decade — 10 years later, they are still falling short for women
- Claude is now watermarking every response — here's what that means if you use AI for writing
- Slow NBN? Just switching providers may not be enough to resolve your internet speed problems – here's what you need to know
- Google bamboozled me into paying for Google Photos a decade ago — and now it’s doing something similar with the Pixel 11 Pro
- I asked ChatGPT to plan my fan convention trip — and it saved me hours
August 12
- I checked out the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL — here’s the one I recommend
- ‘It’s more of a lifestyle, a fashionable device, not just tech’: We Are Rewind’s CEO on how the Pink Floyd collab is turning cassette players into ‘collector’s items’
- Can you remove stubborn lawn weeds during a heatwave without ruining grass? A lawn care expert reveals all
- I used ChatGPT to plan the ultimate coffee shop crawl for National Coffee Month — here's the tasty itinerary it gave me
- 5 custom Gemini Gems that I swear save me hours each week
- Motorola 2026 foldables compared: book-style powerhouse vs elite compact flip
August 11
- This viral couch was all over my TikTok, so I got it and put it to the test
- With everything from bento boxes to pie carriers, QVC has the gear you need to keep your food fresh
- After 10 years of Pixels, why is Google still making phones?
- I made 7 viral snacks TikTok swears will help you sleep and measured the results with my fitness tracker — this is the one that got me a sleep score over 90
- ChatGPT can do more for you than ever — and I use these 5 prompts to take everyday tasks off my plate
- I've been running with the Adidas Kaphiros sunglasses — here are two things I love and three that I don't
- OLED isn’t always the best laptop screen — here’s when the cheaper IPS model is the smarter buy
- Cleaning pros share how often you should clean your toilet — and you'll be surprised
- I put ChatGPT on my Ray-Ban Meta glasses — and it completely changed how I used them
- I tried a pro runner's 12-minute core workout — here’s what happened
- I pushed the latest foldables from Samsung, Motorola and Honor into a no‑mercy battle royale and there was one clear winner
August 10
- Adobe just supercharged ChatGPT’s creative powers — these 10 prompts show what the new plugin can do
- Here’s why gardeners are putting a bar of soap by tomato plants this summer (yes, really)
- Classic movie lovers, take our quiz to see how much you really know — from ‘Indiana Jones’ to ‘Star Wars’
- 5 differences between an insomniac and someone who gets 7+ hours sleep a night — and why sleep experts say it matters
- Forget planks: Swap them for this 5-minute standing abs workout, and notice how your posture improves
- 'Raising the standard': Inside Talkspace's bold new AI mental health support tool
- I added this thermal camera to my mobile photography kit — and it completely transformed my outdoor walks
- AI gone wild: What recent ‘rogue AI’ really means
- Sony Bravia 7 II vs Bravia 9 II: how to pick the best True RGB TV for your needs
August 9
- If you want to build strength while also working on your posture and alignment, try this Pilates-inspired dumbbell workout
- I kept waking up at 3 a.m. with racing thoughts — now I fall back asleep in seconds thanks to this expert-backed method
- I asked ChatGPT to recommend the best books based on my favorites for National Book Lovers Day — these 10 picks made the final cut
- Rheon running shorts are being used by top road, track and trail runners — I spoke to an expert to find out more about the tech
- DId you buy a cheap GPS tracker for your kid? Here’s why you should throw it out immediately.
- I was an AI skeptic — until I started using it to identify plants
- Battle of the sub-$500 TVs — I watched 3 movies on the cheapest Samsung TV and second-cheapest Amazon TV, and this is the best bang for your buck
- I’m a former personal trainer — and this AI fitness app is surprisingly legit
- Forget 10,000 steps: This 10-minute daily walking routine could do more for your body and boost metabolism
August 8
- I asked a lawncare expert how to save my brown, dry lawn — these are the rules for August
- 7 ChatGPT prompts you should try for International Cat Day to help you understand and celebrate your furry friend
- These are the 4 chair yoga stretches trainers recommend to ease stiff joints after 60
- How ‘Ultra’ are the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's cameras? I put them to the test against the Galaxy S26 Ultra
- I tested 5 classic 'As Seen On TV' gadgets to see if they're still worth buying in 2026
- Is the Galaxy Z Fold 8's crease really that good? I compared it to the current reigning champ
- I'm a physiotherapist — these are the 3 exercises I'd never skip to keep your knees strong as you age
- Tom's Guide TV Satisfaction Survey: Tell us what you love (and hate) about your TV
- Why are homeowners mixing baking soda, detergent and toothpaste? I put this DIY cleaning hack to the test to find out
- I gave ChatGPT, Gemini, and Alexa the same school supply list — one cost 3X as much
- I just reviewed the Garmin Cirqa — 5 things you need to know about Garmin’s subscription-free Whoop and Fitbit Air alternative
August 7
- The HP EliteBook X G2i is the AI laptop built to move as fast as your business - and then some
- Back to school: The 5 things to look for in a laptop for school or university
- Overwhelmed by coffee jargon? Here are the 5 key espresso terms you need to know
- I got a first look at the GHD Sculpt, and it solves the worst thing about hair straighteners
- AI isn’t gaining consciousness — it’s just gaslighting you
- Stop wasting your money — Gardeners share the common yard expenses to avoid (and great hacks to save cash)
- I use the 'bird cage' prompt to keep my ChatGPT projects separate — now I can't work without it
- I tested shoes from 5 up-and-coming running brands — here are the ones worth your money
- Stop fighting the climate: Expert-approved tips on how to plant for hotter summers
- I asked ChatGPT for the best ways to reduce stress — these 7 simple techniques helped me feel like myself again
August 6
- Which NBN provider has the best customer service? Here's how Superloop can troubleshoot and often solve your issues without having to contact support
- You have until August 30 to save your ChatGPT DALL-E images — here's how to avoid losing them forever
- Google Health gets a lot of hate — but these 5 AI Coach prompts changed my mind
- 'Not a chatbot on the sidelines': Ridley AI wants to automate your home sale and eliminate 6% commission fees
- No, not deadlifts — this underrated exercise strengthens your posterior chain and improves posture using just your bodyweight
- Why rats are targeting your electrical cables this summer (and how to stop them)
- I just tried the new Samsung DeX on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 — and it has one huge upgrade
- 5 longevity tests everyone over 50 should try — can you pass them all?
- Claude has 4 built-in skills I use constantly — here’s how to find them
August 5
- Power-up your patio with this outdoor furniture from IKEA
- You don’t have to quit AI to use less energy — try these 7 simple habits
- 7 easy vegetables to plant in August that thrive as summer fades
- I asked a Gymshark athlete which 3 ab exercises she actually swears by — here's what she said
- Who says EVs are boring? How Hyundai, Mercedes, and Kia are faking sounds (and gears) to bring back the thrill
- 'Used right, AI is a patient tutor. Used wrong, it's a shortcut around the learning': we spoke to the creator behind an AI tool that's changing the way students learn
- We asked readers which TV brand they trusted most — and one company rose above the rest
- I built a website without leaving ChatGPT — and it only took one prompt
- I tested the Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Fold 8 Ultra to see if the lack of a telephoto zoom is a dealbreaker
August 4
- Millions of books are reportedly being slaughtered to train AI — here’s what Anthropic told Tom's Guide
- I can’t do my regular strength workouts when I’m on the road, so I tried this 15-minute full-body calisthenics workout instead
- I found ChatGPT's secret menu — these 9 features change everything
- I tested ChatGPT Health for a week — these 7 prompts helped me get the best health insights
- Gardeners are ditching lavender for this tougher, long-blooming shrub — and it doesn’t go woody
- The smartest AI trick isn't a prompt — it's your Google Drive
- iPhone Ultra vs Galaxy Z Fold 8 — here's 3 big ways Apple could win
- Matt Damon's personal trainer broke down his 'The Odyssey' strength routine, so I tried the upper-body workout myself (and wow)
August 3
- Dell's XPS laptops have made a triumphant return in 2026 — three sizes, flexible configurations and competitive pricing show these Windows ultraportables mean business
- I finally tried Kimi AI — and these 7 beginner prompts helped me unlock its useful features
- 7 ways the Dell Pro 3 and Pro 5 help you stay productive for longer
- I added three extra keys to my MacBook with this unique accessory — and it's a game changer for my workflow
- I asked ChatGPT how to improve my luck — here are the 7 winning habits it told me to build
- I’ve tested the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and it proves Apple really needs to solve this one thing
- Viral AI photo filters are everywhere right now — but here’s why you might want to delete them
- We asked over 3,000 people what their biggest lawn care challenges were — and one answer came out on top
- I showed my retired parents how to use Claude AI — here are 5 prompts that changed their daily routine
August 2
- I spoke to a hearing expert to find out the best ways to protect your kids' hearing — from headphones to listening limits
- I compared Reddit's favorite audiophile headphones, then got something else instead — here's why
- I don’t trust the heart rate sensors on watches, so wear a chest strap on every run — here are the 4 best straps I’ve tested
- I’ve been on Visible since 2023 — and the lower bills I’ve paid prove why I’ll never go back to a major phone carrier
- Everyone is using ChatGPT Memory wrong — 5 tweaks to make it a true assistant
- Expert shares clever ice cube hack that could banish flies from your yard this summer
- I asked Matt Damon's personal trainer exactly how he got him in shape for The Odyssey — here's what I learned
- Inside the dark market stealing real identities online
- Every new Netflix movie we’ve reviewed in 2026 (so far), ranked by our star rating
August 1
- I've tested home treadmills for years, and these are the 6 features I consider dealbreakers when buying one
- Do you really need a $299 gadget to de-stress? I pitted a vagus nerve stimulator against $0 practices — here's the one I recommend if you can't sleep
- 5 incredible 4K Blu-Rays I recommend to push your TV to its limits
- ChatGPT just got a major upgrade — here’s what's new and 7 prompts to try it
- I asked Siri AI and Gemini a series of increasingly bizarre questions to see how they responded —here's what happened
- I asked ChatGPT to find the web’s most useful free sites on World Wide Web Day — these 7 picks changed how I use the internet
- Wearables that just track your sleep are so 2025 — meet the new school of sleep tech that intervenes, in real-time, to help you skip 3 a.m. wake-ups and other major sleep issues
- Slashy is the AI email app replacing Notion Mail — here’s why
- Can’t lunge or squat? These 4 chair exercises build strength in the quads, glutes, and hips