Latest articles by Amanda Caswell
Google NotebookLM just got way better with its new interactive features — here's why I'm impressed
By enabling Interactive Mode on Google's NotebookLM, I was able to actively participate in an AI-generated podcast made from one of my own Tom's Guide articles.
I put ChatGPT vs Gemini to the test with 7 prompts to help me plan my family's Disney vacation — here's the winning chatbot
I put ChatGPT and Gemini to the test with 7 key prompts to help determine which one delivers the best budget-friendly Walt Disney World vacation.
My browser tabs were getting out of hand so I let Gemini 2.0 takeover — here's how it went
My browser tabs were getting out of control so I leaned on Google’s Gemini 2.0 Stream Realtime feature to get organized for good. Here's what happened and how to try it for yourself.
I used Meta AI to enhance my selfies — here's how to try it
I used Meta AI to enhance a variety of selfies and was both pleased and disappointed by the results.
I just tested Perplexity vs ChatGPT with 7 prompts — here's the AI winner
I used 7 prompts and put Perplexity and ChatGPT head-to-head to showcase how each handles specific tasks and which shines in certain situations.
I used these 7 ChatGPT prompts to help build mental strength and challenge negative thoughts — here's why I like them
I often utilize ChatGPT to explore strategies for building mental strength as I challenge negative thoughts during the winter months. Here are the 7 prompts I use.
I asked ChatGPT to create my 5-year bucket list — here's why I like this TikTok trend
I shared my goals for the next 5 years with ChatGPT and asked it to create a plan to accomplish everything. The chatbot came through with a step-by-step strategy.
20 ChatGPT prompt tips for 2025 — how to make the chatbot even more useful
Get more out of ChatGPT in 2025 with the best prompts to help unlock the chatbot's full potential.
Apple is prioritizing privacy over winning the AI race — here's why
Trust and security at every turn
I let ChatGPT roast me — here's what happened
I let ChatGPT roast me and it was not only hilarious but also oddly insightful—and it’s worth giving a shot.
Maytag Smart Pet Pro Washer and Dryer Review — my thoughts as a dog and cat mom
As a mom of pets and children, I can honestly say the Maytag Smart Pet Pro Washer and Dryer is a game-changer
I used Google Gemini to understand the ingredients in the food I feed my family — here's how it went
I utilized Google Gemini's ability to understand difficult ingredients and detailed descriptions to improve my eating habits.
I used ChatGPT to help me with my New Year’s Resolutions — here's how it can help you
I’m using ChatGPT to come up with my new year's resolutions and to help me achieve new milestones this year.
ChatGPT search has been my favorite innovation of 2024 — here's why
ChatGPT search is the AI innovation that has changed my life the most over the last year because it offers personalized results to my queries in real-time and like Google, it's free.
I asked ChatGPT to rewrite the ending to 7 classic holiday movies — here's what happened
I used ChatGPT to explore new endings to classic holiday movies. Here's how it went.
I tested ChatGPT Canvas vs Apple’s Writing Tools to improve my TV script — here’s the winner
I put ChatGPT Canvas and Apple's Writing Tools head-to-head to see which one could help me improve my screenplay.
OpenAI unveils o3 and o3 mini — here’s why these 'reasoning' models are a giant leap
OpenAI has introduced its latest AI models, o3 and o3-mini, designed to enhance reasoning, coding proficiency, and problem-solving.
OpenAI now integrates with Notes, Quip, and Notion — here’s what’s new
OpenAI announced the integration of ChatGPT within popular Apple applications. The team hopes that the advanced functionalities will elevate user experience with the AI.
Apple faces criticism after shockingly bad Apple Intelligence headline errors
AI summarized news notifications are missing the mark
I put 1-800-ChatGPT to the test — 7 practical uses for the AI
Now that OpenAI has made ChatGPT even more accessible to everyone by creating 1-800-ChatGPT, I tried it with 7 practical uses.
I asked ChatGPT Advanced Voice with Vision to help me get ready — here’s how it went
I asked ChatGPT Advanced Voice with Vision to help me pick out everything for my outfit. Like having a personal stylist, the chatbot helped me look my best.
You can now call or text 1-800-ChatGPT for free — everything you need to know
By dialing 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478), U.S. users can engage in voice conversations with the AI, receiving up to 15 minutes of free access per month.
I just went hands-on with ChatGPT search on mobile — here’s why I'm ditching Google
With OpenAI’s ChatGPT search now available for free to everyone, getting real-time answers has never been easier – especially on mobile. Here's what happened when I went hands-on.
