Alex is the AI editor at TomsGuide. Dialed into all things artificial intelligence in the world right now, he knows the best chatbots, the weirdest AI image generators, and the ins and outs of one of tech’s biggest topics.
Before joining the Tom’s Guide team, Alex worked for the brands TechRadar and BBC Science Focus.
He was highly commended in the Specialist Writer category at the BSME's 2023 and was part of a team to win best podcast at the BSME's 2025.
In his time as a journalist, he has covered the latest in AI and robotics, broadband deals, the potential for alien life, the science of being slapped, and just about everything in between.
When he’s not trying to wrap his head around the latest AI whitepaper, Alex pretends to be a capable runner, cook, and climber.
Latest articles by Alex Hughes

The biggest AI fails of 2025: Lying chatbots, blackmail, Elon Musk worship and more
By Alex Hughes published
2025 was the year of AI. But amongst the achievements, there were plenty of messes too. Here were the biggest ones.

Beat the Christmas scammers with these simple ChatGPT tricks
By Alex Hughes last updated
Don't fall for the Christmas scammers this year by using these chatbot prompts to avoid them.

I used ChatGPT to come up with some new Christmas traditions — they were unhinged
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT steps into Christmas with a list of new traditions to adopt for your families. Here are some of my favorites.

OpenAI now lets users customize how enthusiastic ChatGPT is — here's how to do it
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT just got a major personality update, allowing for more customization than ever before.

I'm using these 7 AI prompts to help me through the holidays — from prepping food to creating party games
By Alex Hughes published
Make the holidays easier with this full list of AI chatbot prompts. Helping to co solve fights, create games and more.

I made the perfect Spotify Christmas playlist using ChatGPT — here's how you can too
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT can be a capable tool when it comes to turning your Spotify playlist into a Christmas party.

I test AI tools for a living and Gemini 3 Flash is my favorite free model of the year — here's why
By Alex Hughes published
Gemini 3 Flash has arrived. Here's why it is one of the best and most important AI updates of the past year.

ChatGPT's app store will change the internet forever — here's why
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT's app store is a big moment in the world of AI, especially for consumers around the world.

ChatGPT's app store is here — here's my 7 favorite apps to try now
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT's app store is now here. These are the best apps currently available for you to try out yourself.

Gemini 3 vs Gemini 3 Flash — what’s the difference and which should you use?
By Alex Hughes published
Gemini 3 Flash is here, offering a blend of affordability and power. But how does it compare?

I'm a Google AI Mode convert — here's why I think everyone should use this tool more
By Alex Hughes published
Google's AI Mode is a new way of using the search engine. I wasn't convinced at first, but that's all changed.

Apple Music integration could be coming to ChatGPT — here's what we know
By Alex Hughes published
OpenAI is bringing Apple Music, as well as other big services, to the ChatGPT experience. Here's how it works.

I tested ChatGPT-5.2 vs Grok 4.1 with 7 challenging prompts — here's the winner
By Alex Hughes published
Grok 4.1 and ChatGPT-5.2 are two of the best AI models out there right now, but how do they compare?

I swapped my morning routine for an AI-powered one — here's why you're going to want to copy this system
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT is a great tool for a lot of uses. Here's how I used it to rethink my morning routine.

ChatGPT plans to launch adult mode in early 2026 — here's what that means
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT is gearing up to launch its NSFW features including age-gating and erotica.

Google reveals GenTabs — a new way to search on the internet using AI
By Alex Hughes published
Google reveals its new feature, GenTabs, blending vibe coding with research to help you learn.

Apple Intelligence — everything you need to know about Apple's AI
By Amanda Caswell last updated
Apple Intelligence transforms how users interact with their Apple devices, enhancing everything from Siri to image generation and personalized task automation.

Opera Neon is now available to the public — here’s how to use the new AI browser
By Alex Hughes published
Opera Neon is now available to the public. But it comes with a steep subscription price for anyone who uses it.

The most useful thing ChatGPT can do isn’t what you think — and it’s incredibly simple
By Alex Hughes published
This very simple ChatGPT tool can make a huge difference to your workflow. Here's how to make the most of it.

Gemini is rapidly closing in on ChatGPT when it comes to users — here’s why
By Alex Hughes published
Google's Gemini is growing rapidly in users, with ChatGPT falling quickly behind. Here's why.

GPT-5.2 is around the corner — but it might not be enough to take on Anthropic and Gemini
By Alex Hughes published
GPT-5.2 is now just around the corner, but is it going to make enough of a difference to catch up?

Google denies report that ads are coming to Gemini following major ChatGPT backlash
By Alex Hughes published
Gemini is separating itself from ChatGPT, its biggest competitor, as it fends off accusations of planning to roll out ads.

5 essential ChatGPT tips from the team that built it — and my advice after trying them
By Alex Hughes published
If you're struggling with GPT-5.1, these insider tips could be just what you need to get ahead.
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