Amanda Caswell is an award-winning journalist, bestselling YA author, and one of today’s leading voices in AI and technology. A celebrated contributor to various news outlets, her sharp insights and relatable storytelling have earned her a loyal readership. Amanda’s work has been recognized with prestigious honors, including outstanding contribution to media.
Known for her ability to bring clarity to even the most complex topics, Amanda seamlessly blends innovation and creativity, inspiring readers to embrace the power of AI and emerging technologies. As a certified prompt engineer, she continues to push the boundaries of how humans and AI can work together.
Beyond her journalism career, Amanda is a long-distance runner and mom of three. She lives in New Jersey.
Latest articles by Amanda Caswell

ChatGPT-5.1 vs Claude 4.5 Sonnet — I ran 9 tests to find the most creative assistant
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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)
By Amanda Caswell published
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)
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell published
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
By Amanda Caswell last updated
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
By Amanda Caswell published
If you needed one more reason to learn AI, here it is: it could increase your paycheck

Next-gen Nano Banana 2 could bring 4K AI image generation to your phone — here’s what’s coming
By Amanda Caswell published
Google’s Nano Banana 2 (aka GEMPIX 2) may debut with Gemini 3 Pro Image this month — promising 4K exports, faster edits, and pro-level creative control.

Microsoft’s free AI image generator is shockingly good — here’s 5 prompts to try first
By Amanda Caswell published
Microsoft launches MAI‑Image‑1, its in‑house text‑to‑image model, into select products. Here's how it works and 5 prompts to test its creative power.

3 essential tips for finding a job using ChatGPT — try these now
By Amanda Caswell published
Sick of scrolling LinkedIn and Indeed with no results? I used ChatGPT’s Agent feature to build a job-hunting assistant that scans the web for tailored openings — and you can too in under 15 minutes.

Remember Napster? It’s back with holograms that talk and watch your every move
By Amanda Caswell published
Napster is back — but not as a music app. I tested the new Napster Companion and its $99 Napster View holographic display to see if having a 3D AI sidekick at my desk could make me more productive.

This surprising AI study flips the script on job loss — here’s who wins big
By Amanda Caswell published
IBM says 40% of workers will need to reskill for AI — but those who do may earn more. Here's how AI is reshaping the workforce (and why it’s not to blame for recent layoffs).

Google Home is rolling out a major AI upgrade — here’s what to try first
By Amanda Caswell published
Google is rolling out Gemini for Home, a smarter AI assistant for Nest and Google Home devices. Here’s what’s new — and what to try first once your speaker gets the upgrade.

9 creative prompts to unlock your best ideas in ChatGPT — straight from OpenAI’s top‑100 list
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI revealed 100 of the most popular ChatGPT prompts. These nine stand out for helping you think creatively, visualize ideas and stay inspired.

I’ve been using Alexa+ for 3 months — here are my 5 favorite features (and one I’m not a fan of)
By Amanda Caswell published
Alexa+ brings natural conversation, visual recognition, and smarter routines to Amazon’s Echo devices — but one key feature still misses the mark.
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