I test smart air conditioners for a living — here's my top 3 picks to make it through a heat wave
My three favorite window air conditioners, based on our testing.
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Best robot vacuums for pet hair in 2025
Keep your floors spotless with the best robot vacuums for picking up pet hair.
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The best cooling mattress 2025: 8 expert-recommended beds for hot sleepers
We've slept on over 90 mattresses and these are the 8 top picks that kept our testers cool through warm nights.
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The best kettlebells for weightlifting: I'm a personal trainer and these are my 9 picks
The best kettlebells for strength and conditioning, weightlifting, and home workouts, including Onnit, Primal and Amazon. Plus, the best kettlebells for CrossFit and competition.
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The cheapest monthly VPN plans in 2025
A cheap monthly VPN is great for trialing a new provider, avoiding commitment, or accessing apps on vacation. Here are the very best monthly VPNs from our testing.
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VPNThe best cheap VPN in 2025
We've tested dozens of VPNs and evaluated how much they cost to bring you a definitive ranking of the top 5 best cheap VPNs, including Surfshark, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access
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The best weighted blankets in 2025 to reduce anxiety and sleep better
Reduce anxiety and sleep better with the best weighted blanket for your body type and budget.
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Spotify just gave Discovery a big upgrade — here's what's new for you
Spotify Discover turns 10 years old and the music streamer has some updates for Discover that could change how you listen.
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When is 'Thunderbolts' coming to Disney Plus? Here's our best guess
When is Marvel's "Thunderbolts*" coming to Disney Plus? Here's our best guess at the streaming date for the latest MCU adventure.
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Netflix just added the first 5 'Mission Impossible' movies — here's my ranking from best to worst
Netflix's July slate includes the first five "Mission: Impossible" movies, and to celebrate, I ranked them from best to worst. And it was pretty tough.
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Netflix is adding the NASA channel featuring live space missions — and my inner space nerd has never been happier
Netflix is adding the NASA live channel this summer, letting subscribers stream real-time rocket launches, spacewalks, and space missions right from their living rooms.
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'From' season 4 gets major update — here's what it could mean for the release date
“From” season 4 is officially in production with filming now underway, but that could mean an even longer wait for fans.
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Massive leak reveals Google Pixel 10 Pro specs — plus, Pixel 10 Pro XL updates
Specifications for the upcoming Google Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL have leaked. Here's what they reveal.
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I just went hands-on with the Nothing Phone 3 — and it’s the most unique flagship of 2025
Nothing's Phone 3 is its first official flagship, offering many premium specs but with a few unique touches and a refreshingly fun attitude to product design.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 rumors and leaks — everything we know so far
Samsung should be launching its new Galaxy Z Fold 7 this month so we've been on the hunt for rumors about this new foldable.
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Galaxy Z Fold 7 — we just got bad news about the design right before Unpacked
Samsung has been touting the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 as an Ultra edition of its foldable phone. But one rumor has a key durability rating falling short of what the Galaxy S25 Ultra offers.
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Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge cases in 2025
It's thin, but is it safe?
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Apple could hand Siri's AI upgrades to OpenAI or Anthorpic — what we know
Siri's troubled development could lead Apple to outsource its AI development to a third party in its attempt to catch up.
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Can your ring finger really reveal how far you can run? Scientists think so
If your ring finger’s longer than your index, you might be better built for distance. Here's what the science has to say.
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I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Rocket X3 — here’s my verdict
The Hoka Rocket X3 has a more supportive and stable ride than most carbon plate racers, but is still lightweight and quick.
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I'm a personal trainer and train with weightlifting beginners — these are the 3 kettlebell exercises I always teach them
It only takes 15 minutes
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Sitting all day? Scientists reveal the exact amount of exercise you need to undo the damage
Here's how much exercise you need to do to counter the damage of sitting down all day
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I’ve been doing this 7-minute Pilates routine to stretch my back and hips at the end of the day — here’s why you should be doing it too
This Pilates workout helps keep your hips and lower back healthy.
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Ditch the weights! This no-equipment Pilates calisthenics workout tones your ENTIRE body
This Pilates workout tones your body from home
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Meta’s new 'Superintelligence' team could upend the entire AI industry — here's why OpenAI should be worried
Meta just launched a new superintelligence team and hired top researchers from OpenAI and DeepMind. Here’s how it’s reshaping the AI race.
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I asked Google Gemini to build a 5-move dumbbell workout to grow full-body muscle — here's what happened
One personal trainer asked Google Gemini to build a five-move dumbbell program for strength and muscle, and here's what happened.
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I use AI chatbots every day — these 7 prompts make them way more useful
Unlock better results from your favorite chatbot with these 7 powerful prompts to try today.
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AI was given a 9-5 job for a month as an experiment and it failed miserably — here's what happened
When put in charge of a shop for a month, this AI made bad decisions and lost all of its money
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I just tried the emotionally intelligent chatbot that's trying to pull you away from ChatGPT
Pi AI has had a complicated past, but it is still here with a dedicated team, so is it worth using?
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These 5 prompt upgrades took my AI videos from basic to cinematic
Want cinematic AI videos? These prompt upgrades made mine look amazing — here’s how to level up your results fast.
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The LG G5 is a feature-rich OLED TV with a picture so good that it must be seen to be believed.
The LG G5 is a feature-rich OLED TV with a picture so good that it must be seen to be believed.
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The test results for Sony’s top OLED TV of 2025 are in — and I’m blown away by one result in particular
To understand why I’m so excited about the Bravia 8 II, let’s take a look at its test results compared to the competition.
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I review TVs for a living and most people spend too much on HDMI cables — here’s what you really need
Don't get swindled into spending more than you ought to
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I review OLED TVs for a living — and this 3-year-old Sony is still one of my favorites I’d buy
Here's why Sony’s three-year-old A95L QD-OLED (still available in 77 inches) remains my go-to for its color depth, HDR performance, and rock-solid gaming performance on a big screen.
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I review TVs for a living — and it's time for Apple to finally make its own TV
Rumors have been swirling about an Apple-branded smart TV for years. Here's why it makes too much sense for Apple not to make its own TV — and why it might cost you.
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Panasonic’s 2025 TVs are getting one of the neatest new features — LG and Samsung should copy it
Panasonic is thinking outside the box, bringing a new feature to its 2025 TV lineup that allows CEC protocol on PCs.
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The best Nectar mattress sales for July 2025: Budget-friendly memory foam beds from just $349
In this month's Nectar mattress sale, you can find budget-friendly prices on our favorite memory foam beds in the US and the UK.
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The best mattress sales in July 2025 — deals from Helix, DreamCloud and more
We've found the best mattress sales to shop this month as the 4th of July deals get underway, including money off our top-rated bed.
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I'm a bedding expert — here's why I'm swapping my duvet for a cooling body pillow this summer
Swapping my duvet for a cooling body pillow means I can feel cosy without overheating this summer
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What are microcoils and why are they suddenly in every mattress topper?
Microcoils promise to add comfort and support to mattress toppers, but what are these mini springs and why are they so popular?
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Can you put a memory foam mattress on an adjustable bed?
Want a memory foam mattress for an adjustable bed? Our expert guide to what to look for (and what to avoid.)
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The best cooling mattress 2025: 8 expert-recommended beds for hot sleepers
We've slept on over 90 mattresses and these are the 8 top picks that kept our testers cool through warm nights.
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Traveling this summer? Here's how long jet lag can last plus 5 tips to beat it fast
We spoke to sleep experts to find out how long jet lag can last and the five simple, budget-friendly tips to help you recover faster
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Sleep experts reveal the 5 biggest nighttime routine mistakes that are ruining your sleep
Trouble sleeping? Avoid these common nighttime routine mistakes, say experts.
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Don't sleep naked — 7 top tips for sleeping better in a heatwave
Our guide to the best (and most unexpected!) methods for sleeping in the summer heat — from closing the windows to putting your clothes on.
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This one outdoor activity could be the key to unlocking better sleep this summer
Having trouble sleeping? Try gardening, say experts
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5 eating habits that are keeping you awake at night — and 3 sleep-friendly alternatives
Don’t let food sabotage your sleep! Here are five eating habits to ditch to get a restorative night’s rest.
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Pink noise can help you sleep better, say experts — but what is it?
The lower frequencies of pink noise sound gentle to the ear — we asked the experts how it can help you sleep.
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FBI warns scammers are posing as fraud investigators to steal sensitive healthcare info — what you need to know
Scammers are impersonating healthcare insurers and their respective fraud investigators in a major phishing campaign designed to steal sensitive personal and financial data.
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Apple could finally reintroduce a cheap MacBook — thanks to the iPhone
Apple could offer a new entry-level Macbook that costs less — powered by Apple's A18 Pro chipset.
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Xfinity just added Wi-Fi-powered motion tracking to its routers — here's why it could be a privacy nightmare
WiFi Motion is a new Xfinity feature that turns your router into a home motion tracking system.
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Meta smart glasses with display revealed in mega leak — here's everything they can do
Meta's next smart glasses have been revealed in a new leak, with Meta "Celeste" expected to arrive with wristband controllers, a touchbar and more.
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Opera VPN Pro update adds new locations and ExpressVPN’s Lightway protocol
It's the first third-party VPN to use ExpressVPN's open-source tech
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NordVPN price and plans – costs and deals in 2025
NordVPN is one of the biggest and best names in the VPN game. Here's how to start a subscription at a price to be happy with.
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Google makes it easier to let family members use smart home devices
A new update enables Google Home levels that let you choose which features other people can control.
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FeatherSnap Scout Bird Feeder review
Feed and watch your feathered friends with this smart bird feeder
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Best robot vacuums for pet hair in 2025
Keep your floors spotless with the best robot vacuums for picking up pet hair.
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My secret to surviving the heatwave? This handheld fan that’s currently 28% off and lasts for hours and hours
I bought a handheld fan to survive the U.K. hitting upwards of 33C / 92F, and it's so portable that you can slide it into your pocket, and it lasts long too.
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Sage's latest release is the drip coffee maker we've all been waiting for, and it's only £249
Sage has just given its best-known drip coffee maker a long-overdue upgrade.
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Hurry! One of my favorite Sony soundbars is just $98 right now in this awesome early Prime Day deal
I test soundbars for a living, and the Sony HT-S100F is the best value soundbar on the market right now. This early Prime Day deal makes it even cheaper.
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Nothing's new Headphone 1 have a weird see-through design — and they could beat Sony and Bose for $150 less
Nothing's new headphone sport a funky design, some premium specs, and a price that undercuts the competition.
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The Sony WH-1000XM5 have been our No. 1 headphones — but this alternative just unseated the king
The Sony WH-1000XM5 have been Tom's Guide's best headphones for a long time, but the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S3 just overtook them.
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Why do your earbuds sound bad? Make sure you check the fit first
If your earbuds don't sound as good as they should, you need to make sure they actually fit the inside of your ears correctly.
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These are (allegedly) the world's smallest earbuds — here's what happened when I tried them
I tried out the brand-new JLab JBuds Mini earbuds... apparently they're the world's smallest earbuds EVER?
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Why I keep my streaming separate from my amplifier — and the device which makes it possible
The best way to get high-quality music to my stereo system is to stream it over WiFi. Let me tell you why I use a separate device.
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5 reasons I still love my Xbox — even if the hardware is 'dead'
Microsoft’s console still deserves your love in 2025. Here's why the Xbox is as relevant as ever.
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Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live — Best Buy drop today and retailers to check now
Nintendo Switch 2 restocks are appearing across retailers in the U.S. and U.K., and we're tracking the latest drops in our dedicated live blog.
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PS5 Pro is getting a big upgrade in 2026 — I asked Mark Cerny what’s coming, and why AMD’s future PC GPUs feel more 'PlayStation' than ever
Sony's Mark Cerny explains how AMD and Project Amethyst contributed to the PS5 Pro's impending 2026 upgrade
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Nintendo Switch 2 restocks — live updates and retailers to check now
Nintendo Switch 2 continues to be sold out across retailers, but we're tracking restocks at every retailer in our dedicated live blog right now.
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After 3 weeks of daily use, these are the 4 things I love about my Nintendo Switch 2 — and the 3 things that bother me
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the Steam Deck alternative that I've been waiting for, but there are still some things that could be improved.
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I ditched my headset for this wireless speaker head cushion — and now I have surround sound right from my gaming chair
The Razer Clio is a wireless speaker head cushion you can add to almost any gaming chair for either surround sound on PC or as a primary speaker on consoles.
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FeatherSnap Scout Bird Feeder review
Feed and watch your feathered friends with this smart bird feeder
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I just went hands-on with the Nothing Phone 3 — and it’s the most unique flagship of 2025
Nothing's Phone 3 is its first official flagship, offering many premium specs but with a few unique touches and a refreshingly fun attitude to product design.
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I ran 40 miles in the Hoka Rocket X3 — here’s my verdict
The Hoka Rocket X3 has a more supportive and stable ride than most carbon plate racers, but is still lightweight and quick.
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The LG G5 is a feature-rich OLED TV with a picture so good that it must be seen to be believed.
The LG G5 is a feature-rich OLED TV with a picture so good that it must be seen to be believed.
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PrivadoVPN Free review
PrivadoVPN Free gives you more servers to choose from than most free VPNs, but you may be a bit disappointed that not all of its advanced features are available for every OS.
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I think I’m in love — I just tested the Nikon Z5II and now there’s no going back for me
The Nikon Z5II packs a huge array of impressive features, while seriously undercutting its full frame rivals from Canon and Sony. Did I just become a Nikon shooter?
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Pro Breeze discount codes for July 2025
SPONSORED These Pro Breeze discount codes can help you save on fans, humidifiers & dehumidifiers, air conditioners, air fryers, milk frothers & more.
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Ninja promo codes for July 2025
SPONSORED Use these Ninja promo codes to save on kitchen and home appliances including air fryers, ovens, coffee machines and more.
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Huawei Promo Codes for July 2025
SPONSORED Use these tried & tested Huawei coupon codes to save on smartphones, smart watches, tablets and more.
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NordVPN Discount Codes for July 2025
SPONSORED Use one of these tried & tested NordVPN discount codes to save on your internet security & privacy.
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Shark discount codes for July 2025
SPONSORED Save on your next home cleaning tech with our verified Shark discount codes.
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Squarespace promo codes for July 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Squarespace promo codes to your order to save on your chosen plan with the leading website-building brand.
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The best Nectar mattress sales for July 2025: Budget-friendly memory foam beds from just $349
In this month's Nectar mattress sale, you can find budget-friendly prices on our favorite memory foam beds in the US and the UK.
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Trump HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker — here's the problem with that
Here's the pros and cons
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Brad Pitt's 'F1' is 'Top Gun: Maverick' with cars — I'm so glad I didn't wait for it to hit Apple TV Plus
"F1: The Movie" is an incredible summer blockbuster, and it must be seen in theaters.
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The best mattress sales in July 2025 — deals from Helix, DreamCloud and more
We've found the best mattress sales to shop this month as the 4th of July deals get underway, including money off our top-rated bed.
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Garmin clarifies what data it's sharing with Google Health Connect — here's the full list
Garmin has detailed a full list of all the health data that it will sync with Google’s Health Connect, but the release date looks to be delayed.
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Google just killed one of my favorite Apple Watch apps — at the same time as introducing another one
Google has removed Google Keep from the Apple Watch as it rolls out a new, albeit limited, Calendar app for watchOS.
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'Jurassic World Rebirth' review: an action-packed sci-fi sequel that should stave off franchise extinction
"Jurassic World Rebirth" is the action-packed, thrilling summer sequel that I hope fellow "Jurassic Park" fans enjoy as much as I did.
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This is the one upgrade that will get me to switch my Pixel Watch 3 for a Pixel Watch 4
My Pixel Watch 3's charger is so inconsistent, it's making me wish wireless charging could make a comeback on the rumored Pixel Watch 4.
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7 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (July 1-7)
These are the top new movies landing across the best streaming services this week, from "Thunderbolts" to "The Old Guard 2" on Netflix
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Ryan Gosling's new movie looks like 'Interstellar' meets 'The Martian' — and the first trailer looks awesome
“Project Hail Mary" stars Ryan Gosling as an underqualified astronaut trying to save humanity, and I'm sold after watching just the first trailer.
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How to get NFL Sunday Ticket for 2025-2026 season — Pricing, where to watch and more
NFL Sunday Ticket lets you watch nearly every NFL game and isn't limited to those with YouTube TV. Here's how to sign up for Sunday Ticket, pricing, what games you get and more.
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7 best movies you missed in theaters in 2025 (so far), that you need to stream right now
Don’t miss these overlooked 2025 movies now on streaming
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I'm a bedding expert — here's why I'm swapping my duvet for a cooling body pillow this summer
Swapping my duvet for a cooling body pillow means I can feel cosy without overheating this summer
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I think I’m in love — I just tested the Nikon Z5II and now there’s no going back for me
The Nikon Z5II packs a huge array of impressive features, while seriously undercutting its full frame rivals from Canon and Sony. Did I just become a Nikon shooter?
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 — these 5 rumored upgrades could be game-changing
We’re less than two weeks from Galaxy Unpacked, where we’ll likely get our first look at the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and possibly Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
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I drove the Volvo EX30 for a week — and it’s the EV I’d buy with my own money
The 2025 Volvo EX30 is an all-electric sub-compact SUV for less than $50,000, and it offers one of the most impressive packages with its zippy performance, unconventional design philosophy, and more.
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15 best LGBTQ movies to watch during Pride Month
Celebrate Pride Month by streaming LGBTQ movies like Moonlight, Carol and Fire Island.
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7 best movies like Pride and Prejudice on Prime Video, Peacock and more
Get your Jane Austen fix by streaming movies such as Emma, Persuasion and Love & Friendship.
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Using the Canon EOS R50 V feels like riding a bike with training wheels on — and I think it’s the smartest move Canon has made this year
The new EOS R50 V is one of the video cameras for beginners, and Canon has hit a home run by pricing it so low (for a mirrorless) that it's hard to resist.
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I just tested the Canon EOS R50 V — and it’s the perfect video camera for enthusiasts who want to become professionals
The Canon EOS R50 V is a great video camera for enthusiasts who want to step up their game because it's user-friendly and can record 4K/60fps video.
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