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
![Jon Stewart on The Daily Show](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JzxSiHVuxPjcufWdDEPFAY-320-80.jpg)
How to watch 'The Daily Show' with Jon Stewart: live stream without cable
By Alyse Stanley, Malcolm McMillan last updated
Everything you need to know about Stewart's return to "The Daily Show"
![AirPods 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ddf8KisfaHVUdwiBAsDUMM-320-80.jpg)
Forget Vision Pro — Apple working on AirPods with cameras and smart glasses
By Alyse Stanley published
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple is experimenting with several form factors for future wearable products
![Samsung Galaxy Ring](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/caMWkHaY7rgVzQZh69KQWH-320-80.png)
Samsung Galaxy Ring will be shown at MWC this week — what you need to know
By Alyse Stanley published
Samsung announces its upcoming Galaxy Ring will be "publicly displayed for the first time" at this week's Mobile World Congress 2024.
![Tim Meadows as Principal Duvall sits behind his desk with the pink-covered Burn Book in Mean Girls.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HiuC9fkp8AGtMTbyWgmWCG-320-80.jpg)
7 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? Mean Girls, The Zone of Interest, and more movie night hits have landed on streaming.
![Helldivers 2 screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hBK5xFkGVxkPCWX33SKUSF-320-80.jpg)
Latest Helldivers 2 patch raises server cap to 700,000 concurrent players to cut down on wait times
By Alyse Stanley published
Arrowhead Game Studio raises server cap on Helldivers 2 to 700,000 concurrent players to make wait times "more bearable."
![Man holding Nintendo Switch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ao8oJcuiYZj9GwSAEkCqXc-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo could announce the Switch 2 in June, new leak suggests
By Alyse Stanley published
An insider claims Nintendo will announce the Switch 2 in June, just in time for the summer gaming news season.
![Gordon Cormier as Aang in Avatar: The Last Airbender](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rHGay8uYN7cPtXsApTmLzb-320-80.jpg)
9 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Disney Plus and more (Feb. 23-25)
By Kelly Woo published
Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' and a new 'Walking Dead' spinoff
![Crunchyroll promo image](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gM2cmwCYTYSDr6EFHYCjeF-320-80.jpg)
The best anime streaming services and Crunchyroll alternatives
By Alyse Stanley published
Crunchyroll and Funimation's merger has been a nightmare. Here are some other options to get your anime fix.
![Imperfect Inspiration's mini discbound planner](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2Cn84sRFeyqUSDtMGnZUHC-320-80.jpg)
I've tried a million planners, but I've actually stuck with this one specifically designed for ADHD
By Alyse Stanley published
Imperfect Inspirations' planners are designed with tools that can be mixed and matched so that you can use what works.
![Woman receiving Amazon delivery at front door](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MRBbJnPNZ4uwx7qUpDW9xA-320-80.jpg)
Epic Amazon Presidents Day sale — 15 deals I’d get right now
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Right now Amazon's President's Day sales event has tons of Apple products, headphones, gaming PC monitors, and other tech products marked down.
![The Cabin the Woods with Chris Hemsworth](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ktQoXAmthf3a5xLSJhgzw4-320-80.jpg)
5 best movies to watch this Presidents' Day weekend on Max, Prime Video, Peacock and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch this weekend? Oppenheimer, The Color Purple, Bottoms and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
![Amy Schumer and Michael Cera in Life and Beth](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GvDntnYJJnBXsg6ekkyVL7-320-80.jpg)
13 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Apple and more (Feb. 16-18)
By Kelly Woo last updated
Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes 'Abbott Elementary,' 'Tokyo Vice' and 'Halo'
![diablo iv](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dotiwUUFCvxVXSmmToUABj-320-80.jpg)
Diablo 4 is coming to Xbox Game Pass: Here's everything you need to know
By Alyse Stanley published
The first Activision Blizzard game to come to Xbox Game Pass since the acquisition will be Diablo IV on March 28.
![Amazon Prime Video logo on a phone being held by someone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9q9uD2jmqJAPMpwiEHKe6E-320-80.jpg)
Best Prime Video miniseries to watch this weekend
By Alyse Stanley published
Check out these great miniseries on Prime Video that you can binge-watch over one weekend like "Swarm," "The Night Manager," "The Gryphon" and more.
![Person holding smartphone with logo of US online shop company Temu on screen in front of website](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yNWtxxw9nGhNTSEWTnBBM-320-80.jpg)
What is Temu? Everything you need to know
By Alyse Stanley published
Everything you need to know about Temu's online marketplace and its Super Bowl commercials
![A dog nuzzles a horse in the snow in a Budweiser commercial set to premiere during this years Super Bowl 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/64vht8ccuVnbyYqwjbsxxQ-320-80.png)
Super Bowl commercials 2024: All the best ads and movie trailers
By Alyse Stanley, Malcolm McMillan last updated
Patrick Stewart chucks children, Chris Pratt becomes an iconic snack food mascot, and more — these are the most buzzworthy 2024 Super Bowl ads that had the internet talking.
![The North Face Hydrenalite Hoodie.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NsjWgMRp5LYmsogwWFnXwA-320-80.jpg)
The North Face winter sale is on — and jackets are as cheap as $49
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The North Face is a staple with outdoor athletes and celebrities. But you don’t have to be either one to save big right now.
![Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in the third Deadpool movie, now officially revealed to be titled Deadpool and Wolverine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MRwqHQTNYGEabrZYyFMKu8-320-80.jpg)
Deadpool 3 full trailer unveiled during Super Bowl 2024 — first look at Wolverine
By Alyse Stanley published
The first trailer for Deadpool 3, officially titled "Deadpool and Wolverine," premiered during Super Bowl 2024. Here's everything you need to know.
![Roku remote next to Super Bowl trophy](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q9RKb6U3NayRQQamSCgLPc-320-80.jpg)
How to watch Super Bowl 2024 on Roku
By Alyse Stanley, Malcolm McMillan last updated
Want to watch Super Bowl 2024 on Roku? Here's everything you need to know to watch the big game.
![Jeffrey Wright as Thelonious "Monk" Ellison in American Fiction](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yq3ENAe5xvW9uDvPWy67Hg-320-80.jpg)
7 best movies to watch this weekend on Prime Video, Paramount Plus and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? "American Fiction," "Suncoast," "Get Out" and more movie night hits just landed on the best streaming services.
![PS5 Slim](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D8e7NbR2UySVhGgY9YqwLM-320-80.jpg)
PS6 first specs leak reveals AMD power — 8K gaming at 60 fps
By Alyse Stanley published
Rumor has it Sony will continue its partnership with AMD to power the PS6 and PS5 Pro.
![Could Starfield appear on PS5?](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XTSeRNUDz3sS2EZgj2CnJ9-320-80.jpg)
Here's every Xbox exclusive rumored to come to PS5 and Switch
By Alyse Stanley published
Starfield, Gears of War, and more Xbox exclusives could be headed to rival consoles
![The cast of Abbott Elementary](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gZQfhro2kbuhZ5ci24D5zG-320-80.jpg)
11 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Max and more (Feb. 9-11)
By Kelly Woo last updated
Our guide on what to watch this weekend includes 'Abbott Elementary,' 'Tokyo Vice' and 'Halo'