Latest articles by Amanda Caswell
I gave ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini $50 to improve my life — their ideas surprised me
I gave ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini $50 to improve my life in 24 hours. Here’s what each AI suggested, what actually worked and which assistant delivered the best results.
My #1 trick for keeping ChatGPT chats organized — and stopping hallucinations in their tracks
ChatGPT now lets you branch off any message into a side thread — making it easier to organize your ideas, create alternate versions and stay focused across projects.
ChatGPT just got a major upgrade — now you can invite friends into the same AI conversation
ChatGPT’s new Group Chat feature lets you collaborate with up to 20 people — and the AI — in the same thread. Here’s how it works and where it's available.
I found the only AI subscription worth paying for — and it’s not what you think
I tested ChatGPT Plus, Gemini Advanced, Copilot Pro, and Claude Pro — and only one felt truly worth the $20.
5 free Google AI tools that blew me away — and most people don’t know they exist
Discover 5 free Google AI tools you’ve probably never heard of. I tested each one — from app builders to DJ mixers — to see what they can actually do.
What is ChatGPT? Everything you need to know
ChatGPT is OpenAI's popular chatbot AI. We put together a list of the most frequently asked questions about ChatGPT and answered them so you have everything you need to know.
Google Gemini — everything you need to know
Gemini is the brand Google uses for all things AI. This includes a chatbot, assistant and underlying language model.
NotebookLM can now browse the web with Deep Research — I put the new feature to the test
NotebookLM’s new Deep Research feature can now browse the web, analyze sources and generate a full research report. I tested the upgrade to see how accurate and useful it really is.
ChatGPT-5.1 vs Claude 4.5 Sonnet — I ran 9 tests to find the most creative assistant
I gave ChatGPT-5.1 and Claude 4.5 the same 9 creative tasks — from writing hooks to brainstorming titles — and one felt like a true artistic partner.
ChatGPT leaked private chats into Google Search (again) — here’s how to protect your data
A ChatGPT bug briefly leaked private prompts into Google Search Console. Here’s how it happened, why it matters, and what it says about AI’s growing privacy risks.
GPT‑5.1 is here — 7 prompts to test OpenAI’s smarter, more customizable ChatGPT
OpenAI’s new GPT‑5.1 brings smarter reasoning, faster responses, and customizable tone to ChatGPT. Here’s what’s new — and 7 prompts to try today.
I tried Google Photos’ new ‘Help me edit’ tool on iPhone — and I’m already obsessed
Google Photos’ new “Help me edit” tool just landed on iPhone — and it’s a total game changer. Speak your edits and watch AI instantly fix your photos.
I replaced my journal with ChatGPT for a week — here’s why I’m sticking with it
I swapped my handwritten journal for ChatGPT — and discovered a smarter, more reflective way to process my thoughts. Here’s why I’m never going back.
Nano Banana 2 leak just teased its power — here's the first images
Google’s next AI image generator might be a big step forward — especially if you’re tired of low-res images, blurry details, or mangled hands. Here's what the leak reveals.
Flight canceled? Here's 7 ways ChatGPT can save your trip (and your sanity)
Flight chaos ruining your plans? Try these 7 ChatGPT prompts to find alternate routes, track cancellations, and rebook faster — no travel agent required.
Forget Audible — ChatGPT can now read documents and even ebooks out loud to you (and it's surprisingly good)
Tired of switching between text-to-speech apps? Here’s how to use ChatGPT’s Read Aloud feature to listen to emails, documents and more without leaving the app.
ChatGPT vs Gemini: I tested both to see which actually makes you more productive — here’s the winner
I tested ChatGPT and Gemini side by side to see which AI assistant actually makes you more productive — here’s which one came out on top.
The one prompt I tell everyone new to AI to start with — and why it changes everything
New to AI? Start with this one simple prompt that unlocks ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude’s full potential — and makes them instantly useful.
Google’s NotebookLM just got its best update yet — and it’s a game changer for productivity
Google’s NotebookLM just got a major AI upgrade — it can now turn your notes into flashcards and quizzes. I tested the new features and learned that real focus can happen in micro-moments.
OpenAI’s leaked GPT-5.1 ‘Thinking’ model could outsmart Gemini 3 Pro — here’s why that matters
OpenAI’s rumored GPT-5.1 Thinking model could change how ChatGPT reasons and responds — just in time to challenge Google’s Gemini 3 Pro.
I just found 7 hidden Google Home features powered by AI — and they’re game changers
Google’s latest update adds Gemini AI to Google Home — but the best features aren’t obvious. Here are 7 hidden tricks to make your smart home more personal, proactive, and powerful.
I pitted Wikipedia against Elon Musk’s new Grokipedia — here’s which one gave the better answers
Grokipedia is finally live, but how does it compare to Wiki?
Employees using AI earn 40% more — 9 prompts to upskill your resume and future-proof your career
If you needed one more reason to learn AI, here it is: it could increase your paycheck
