Alyse Stanley
Alyse Stanley is a news editor at Tom’s Guide overseeing weekend coverage and writing about the latest in tech, gaming, and entertainment. Prior to joining Tom’s Guide, Alyse worked as an editor for the Washington Post’s sunsetted video game section, Launcher, where she wrote about indie games you shouldn’t miss, how to tackle an intimidatingly long gaming backlog, and all things Nintendo. She also previously led Gizmodo’s weekend news desk, where she covered breaking tech news — everything from the latest spec rumors and gadget launches to social media policy and cybersecurity threats. She has also written game reviews and features as a freelance reporter for outlets like Polygon, Unwinnable, and Rock, Paper, Shotgun. A recent Chicago-area transplant born and raised in Virginia, Alyse is a big fan of horror movies, cartoons, and miniature painting. After moving to the midwest, she fell hard into Warhammer 40k and gets a kick out of building ridiculously pink, e-girl-themed armies. She also spends a lot of time playing video games (in case that wasn’t already clear), sinking an embarrassing amount of hours into roguelikes, tactics games, and farming sims. When she does occasionally touch grass, she enjoys exploring nature trails with her dog Pixel and thrifting.
Latest articles by Alyse Stanley
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5 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Peacock, Max and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'The Zone of Interest,' 'Space Jam: A New Legacy,' 'Scoop' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming
![An image from X-Men '97](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ucKHA2jsNA3by7xdiVPgCS-320-80.jpg)
Best Disney Plus shows to watch right now
By Kelly Woo last updated
The best Disney Plus shows to watch include The Mandalorian, Loki and Andor.
![Microsoft Logo with Open AI logo on phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/htJtE2TbsB4Tfmo8YuN7Te-320-80.jpg)
Meet Stargate — the $100 billion AI supercomputer being built by Microsoft and OpenAI
By Alyse Stanley published
Microsoft and OpenAI are in talks to build a new AI supercomputer data center in the U.S. that could cost over $100 billion.
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Don't wait! Get Apple AirTags for just $18 a piece in this 4-pack deal at Amazon
By Alyse Stanley published
Track four of your everyday essentials for just $75 with this killer Apple AirTag deal.
![The Google Pixel 8 in Rose](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q6aRxebpxoN8edq8D6TN4k-320-80.jpg)
Google looked to the original Pixel to decide on 7 years of software updates for the Pixel 8
By Alyse Stanley published
Google studied the lifespan of the original Pixel before committing to seven years of software and security updates for the Pixel 8 series.
![Max logo on TV with popcorn and remote control on table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h9xFJiSw7ZhJXJ3LpbCFuZ-320-80.jpg)
New on HBO and Max in April 2024 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Alyse Stanley published
'The Zone of Interest,' a new spy thriller miniseries 'The Sympathizer,' and more great shows and movies arrive on Max in April 2024.
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What to watch in April 2024: 15 new movies and shows coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more
By Kelly Woo published
Our guide on what to watch in April 2024 include 'Fallout,' 'Welcome to Wrexham' and 'Star Trek: Discovery'
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I love this Anker 10,000mAh power bank — and it just crashed to $13
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Amazon Prime members can save big on one of our favorite Anker power banks
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Suit up for Marvel Rivals: Everything we know about Marvel's free Overwatch-like PVP shooter
By Alyse Stanley published
Marvel announces an upcoming team-based, 6v6 PVP shooter that sees Marvel superheroes and villains go head to head. Here's everything you need to know.
![A Gentleman in Moscow poster featuring Ewan McGregor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iHmNRFe8ZeyGRz98vP7ajT-320-80.jpg)
11 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Hulu and more (March 29-31)
By Kelly Woo last updated
Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes 'A Gentleman in Moscow,' 'Parish' and 'Lisa Frankenstein'
![Lisa (Kathryn Newton) and the Creature (Cole Sprouse) in Lisa Frankenstein](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nmutHyx5BvhzYJgZyjyY4R-320-80.jpg)
5 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure watch this weekend? "Imaginary", "Lisa Frankenstein", "Minions: The Rise of Gru," and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
![Max logo on TV with popcorn and remote control on table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h9xFJiSw7ZhJXJ3LpbCFuZ-320-80.jpg)
5 movies to watch before they leave Max in March 2024
By Alyse Stanley published
Every month Max refreshes its library, adding new movies and shows while removing others. These are the 5 best you need to watch right now before they're gone from the streaming service.
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New iPad Pro 2024 design upgrade just leaked
By Alyse Stanley published
The upcoming iPad Pro 2024 could pack a major design change, following the iPad 10 by placing the front camera in a more natural, landscape-oriented position.
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GTA 6 release potentially delayed until 2026 as development is ‘falling behind’
By Alyse Stanley published
Rockstar's targeted launch window of Spring 2025 is growing less and less likely, the latest rumors say.
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Walmart slashes price on Xbox Series X in deal that beats Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Alyse Stanley published
Walmart is taking $50 off the price of the Xbox Series X during Amazon's Big Spring Sale event.
![John Bradley in 3 Body Problem](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BbS8sMiUU6547aedUgCQQE-320-80.jpg)
7 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video and more (March 22-24)
By Kelly Woo last updated
Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes '3 Body Problem,' 'Road House' and 'X-Men '97
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5 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Road House,' Best Picture nominee 'Anatomy of a Fall,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra owners are complaining the S Pen ‘smells so bad’
By Alyse Stanley published
The S Pen on Samsung's flagship phones apparently smells like "burnt plastic." Samsung says the heat generated by the Galaxy S24 Ultra's internals could be to blame.
![iOS 17 Journal app logo and screenshot on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/noi6pJghb2DsQcgmgNVN9C-320-80.jpg)
Apple's 'Discoverable by Others' setting is on by default — here’s how to turn it off
By Alyse Stanley published
Despite the name, the 'Discoverable by Others' feature isn't quite what it sounds like, Apple clarifies.
![The Peacock app button on the Apple TV home screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DsRpiN3NZembxL3V73QfMV-320-80.jpg)
My 7 favorite new to Peacock movies that you should watch March 2024
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Don't miss 'Trolls Band Together,' 'Snowpiercer,' and more great movies that just landed on Peacock
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TikTok launches new Creator Rewards Program to pay creators who make trending search content
By Alyse Stanley published
Tiktok debuts its new Creator Rewards Program, which pays eligible content creators depending on how well their content meets what other users are searching for.
![Anker Soundcore Space Q45 in-hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ARtrNg4N86wvtwbGw4CRnW-320-80.jpg)
Act fast! Save up to 50% off Anker Soundcore headphones in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
By Alyse Stanley published
Amazon is slashing prices on some of the best Anker Soundcore headphones like the Space Q45 or the new AeroFit Pro,
![Xochitl Gomez, Benedict Wong and Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ww7ihWjL5AGhFWJKkKbgob-320-80.jpg)
'Doctor Strange' character teased for MCU return — here's where they could appear
By Alyse Stanley published
Benedict Wong teases there's 'something looming' regarding the return of his character