Articles by Jeff Parsons, UK Editor In Chief

Jeff is UK Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide looking after the day-to-day output of the site’s British contingent. Rising early and heading straight for the coffee machine, Jeff loves nothing more than dialing into the zeitgeist of the day’s tech news and poring over the latest technical details to discover the best features of the newest products. A tech journalist for over a decade, he has traveled around the world testing and reviewing any gadget he can get his hands on.

Before joining the team at Tom’s Guide, Jeff covered technology and science for two of the UK’s biggest news sites: Metro.co.uk and the Daily Mirror, producing podcasts, videos and weekly columns on all things tech. Memorable moments include getting lost in Vienna in an electric Audi, touring Lockheed Martin’s mile-long fighter jet factory in Fort Worth and filming a Netflix documentary about Elon Musk in West London.

When not plugged into the current news agenda, editing or commissioning a series of articles or debating the merits of Apple vs Android, Jeff can be found out for a run trying to shave precious seconds off his PB or lifting weights in a vain attempt to offset the ageing process.

Articles by: Jeff Parsons

Apple Watch Series 9 has a secret upgrade that I’ve just discovered

By Jeff Parsons published 23 September 23

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 have both been given a spec bump that Apple failed to mention when it showed off the new smartwatch models.

Windows 11 Copilot just got a release date — here's what it can do

By Jeff Parsons published 21 September 23

Microsoft confirms its Copilot AI assistant will make its public Windows 11 launch next week

Amazon event biggest announcements — new Alexa, Fire TV, Echo Show, Ring cameras, eero and more

By Mike Prospero published 20 September 23

Amazon has unveiled its fall 2023 product line-up including new Echo and Fire TV devices. Here's everything Amazon announced at its event.

There’s only one product I want from Amazon — and it’s long overdue

By Jeff Parsons last updated 20 September 23

It's definitely time for a new Kindle Oasis. Here's why.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days dates announced — here’s exactly when Prime Day 2 is happening

By Jeff Parsons published 18 September 23

Amazon’s second Prime Day sale event of the year is now less than a month away.

iPhone 15 Dynamic Island — what you need to know

By Jeff Parsons published 13 September 23

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus have been upgraded with the previously Pro-exclusive Dynamic Island. Here's everything it can do

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Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9 will sport a new heart rate sensor, report claims

By Jeff Parsons published 11 September 23

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9 have been tipped to receive Apple's fourth-generation optical heart rate sensor.

iPad mini 7 tipped for Apple event — what I want to see

By Jeff Parsons published 11 September 23

Apple's Wonderlust event is right around the corner and here's my iPad mini 7 wish list

iPhone 15 USB-C — it’s time to throw out all of your Lightning chargers

By Jeff Parsons last updated 6 September 23

The iPhone 15 is tipped to finally swap Lightning for USB-C but questions remain about how Apple will implement it.

This robot lawnmower may finally be able to cut your massive lawn for you

By Jeff Parsons published 1 September 23

Capable of cutting lawns up to half an acre in size, the Dreame Roboticmower A1 is launching early next year.

iPhone 15 release date — should you buy iPhone 14 or upgrade?

By Mark Spoonauer last updated 12 September 23

The iPhone 14 might seem tempting now, but the iPhone 15 is official and our editorial director suggests it's the better bet. Here's why.

iPhone 15 release date is almost here — and this is the biggest rumor by far

By Jeff Parsons published 25 August 23

The Apple event is less than a month away and the rumors are flying about the iPhone 15 line-up. Here's the biggest one

Apple’s September event could miss out one crucial product — and that’s a shame

By Jeff Parsons published 23 August 23

The next Apple event is getting closer, but there's one product refresh we probably won't see until next year

Over 1,500,000 dehumidifiers recalled due to fire risk — check if yours is affected

By Jeff Parsons published 18 August 23

Over 1.5m dehumidifiers from 5 brands have been recalled after fire risk.

Google is launching a handy new way to keep Android phones unlocked with a smartwatch

By Jeff Parsons published 17 August 23

Google may finally launch Watch Unlock which lets Wear OS devices keep paired Android phones unlocked.

I did V-Sit Cross Jabs every day for a week — here’s what happened to my abs

By Jeff Parsons published 7 August 23

What are v-sit cross jabs, how do you do them, and what happens if you do them every day for a week? We found out

Google’s AI-powered search results may soon show citations

By Jeff Parsons published 4 August 23

The Google Search Generation Experience (SGE) may start showing citations after an example was spotted in the public beta.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs Apple Watch Ultra: Biggest upgrades to know about

By Jeff Parsons last updated 12 September 23

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has been announced at Apple's Wonderlust event. Here's how it compares to the current Apple Watch Ultra

Google Maps new upgrade is a massive time-saver

By Jeff Parsons last updated 31 July 23

Google Maps' voice commands now implement the Google Assistant for much faster results.

You can now buy WD-40 in a Precision Pen — and I love it

By Jeff Parsons published 27 July 23

WD-40 is now available to buy in portable Precision Pen form.

Best Buy has a huge sale this weekend — 15 best deals I recommend

By Jeff Parsons last updated 23 July 23

Best Buy has cut prices on gadgets from Apple, Samsung, Asus and more this weekend, so we've rounded up the best deals.

E-bike maker VanMoof declares bankruptcy — how to make sure your bike doesn't get bricked

By Jeff Parsons last updated 18 July 23

Trailblazing Dutch e-bike company has announced it's gone bankrupt, which has a knock-on effect on anyone that owns one of its bikes.

Coros Vertix 2 Training Plan option shown on the watch face

How to set up a training plan on your Coros Vertix 2

By Jeff Parsons published 18 July 23

Here's how to set up a training plan on your Coros Vertix 2 and get the most out of the rugged adventure watch

The Apple Watch Ultra and the Coros Vertix 2

I ditched the Apple Watch Ultra for the Coros Vertix 2 — here’s what happened

By Jeff Parsons published 17 July 23

Here's what you learn about smartwatches when you swap the Apple Watch Ultra for the Coros Vertix 2 for a week

Google Bard shown on a smartphone screen

Google Bard AI just got 4 big upgrades — here’s what it can do now

By Jeff Parsons published 13 July 23

Google Bard has launched 4 new features as the AI chatbot also goes live for users in Europe and Brazil

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