Latest articles by Jeff Parsons
Forget Amazon and IKEA — I just found a $14 stylish raised bed planter at a retailer you might not be checking
It's time for IKEA to move over when it comes to outfitting your yard with budget (but stylish) upgrades this spring.
Outlook is down — the latest on the ongoing Microsoft outage
Microsoft Outlook appears to be experiencing issues, as people across the internet are reporting an outage.
Entries are now open for the Tom’s Guide Smart Home Awards 2026
Nominations are now open for the Tom’s Guide Smart Home Awards 2026. Here’s everything brands need to know about categories, eligibility, fees, and key deadlines.
Steam Controller launch imminent as Valve uploads 'secret' unboxing — here's what you need to know
Valve has uploaded an unwatchable unboxing video of the new Steam Controller to its platform, suggesting a launch is imminent.
'The baton will pass effortlessly to Ternus But he must resist the temptation of incrementalism:' industry reacts to new Apple CEO
Tim Cook's Apple career began in 1998, and he succeeded Steve Jobs as CEO in 2011. His last day in charge is set to be August 31.
iPad Air OLED tipped for long-overdue 2027 launch, but at what cost?
The iPad Air is the best iPad for most people, offering a great blend of price and performance, but it's still lacking one major upgrade.
Amazon Echo Show devices just lost native app support for Paramount+ — here's what we know
The Paramount+ app is currently unavailable for Amazon Echo Show devices due to a bug Amazon has identified.
Microsoft quietly hiked prices on all its Surface laptops — it's now cheaper to buy a MacBook Air
Microsoft has quietly hiked the prices of almost all of its Snapdragon-powered Surface devices as the RAM crisis continues to make tech even more expensive.
'Why does the Neo exist in the first place?' Framework CEO tears down the MacBook Neo and brilliantly pinpoints why Apple made a $599 laptop
Framework founder Nirav Patel has torn down Apple's $599 MacBook Neo to see how it compares to a modular Framework 12 laptop.
April Fools' Day 2026 RECAP — rating the best (and worst) jokes and pranks
We spent April Fools’ Day 2026 judging the best (and worst) pranks that companies are trying to pull today. Take a look back at what went down.
We all remember our first Apple device — which one got you hooked?
Come on an Apple nostalgia trip and let us know about the first product you remember owning or using.
I found the perfect use for Sonos’ new Era 100 SL speakers, and I couldn’t be happier
The Sonos Era 100 SL is a new affordable speaker from the multi-room audio company with stellar sound and a few less features.
I ran 5 miles in these $89 3-inch split shorts — it was a revealing experience
I tried running in a pair of $89 split shorts from New Balance, and it was a revealing experience.
A massive Siri overhaul is coming to your iPhone — and it should have ChatGPT worried
Apple is reportedly planning a huge reboot of Siri, including a new design and wider implementation, that could be teased at WWDC 2026 in June.
Sonos' epic noise-cancelling headphones are the cans I'll take to my grave — and Amazon's Big Spring Sale just dropped them by $100
Sonos' incredible headphones have fallen to a much lower price at Amazon this week and they're some of the best headphones I've used.
Best Buy is matching Amazon's Big Spring Sale with this epic LG C5 OLED TV deal — $1,300 off the price
The C5 may have been replaced by the C6 on LG's shelves, but this great spring discount shouldn't be overlooked.
iPhone users will be able to AirDrop to Samsung Galaxy S26 from this week — here's how
Samsung has confirmed that AirDrop over Quick Share will be arriving on the Galaxy S26 series this week.
How do you play games? Tell us your views for a chance to win a $300 / £250 Amazon voucher!
Are you a gamer? Take part in our annual gaming survey for the chance to win a $300/£250 Amazon voucher!
iPhone 18 Pro set to arrive this year, and here are 3 upgrades I'm most excited for
The iPhone Fold is widely expected to take the limelight this year, but the iPhone 18 Pro will still have a lot to offer.
Go all-in on Apple for under $2,500 — here's my complete Apple ecosystem setup for budget buyers
Apple's products can command a heavy price tag, but the brand also offers a lot of really excellent budget options in almost all categories.
Spotify Premium glitch caused paying subscribers to still hear ads — here's Spotify's response
Spotify has moved quickly to address a fix that meant paying subscribers were still hearing commercials.
Forget the iPad Air M4 — iPad 11 just crashed to under $300 at Amazon right now
The iPad 11 is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a capable iPad at a reasonable price, and it just got even cheaper at Amazon.
5 common lawn care mistakes that are killing your yard — avoid them this spring
Repeating the same mistakes time after time can lead to a lawn that's beyond repair, so here are some common mistakes to be aware of.
