
Amanda Caswell
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 bestselling author of science fiction books for young readers, where she channels her passion for storytelling into inspiring the next generation. A long-distance runner and mom of three, Amanda’s writing reflects her authenticity, natural curiosity, and heartfelt connection to everyday life — making her not just a journalist, but a trusted guide in the ever-evolving world of technology.
Latest articles by Amanda Caswell

Microsoft study reveals the 40 jobs AI is most likely to replace — and 40 that are safe (for now)
By Amanda Caswell published
A new Microsoft study ranks the 40 jobs most at risk of being replaced by AI and the 40 roles that are safest for now. Find out if your career is on the list.

I put ChatGPT Study Mode to the test with 7 prompts — here's my grade
By Amanda Caswell published
ChatGPT now has a built-in Study Mode with flashcards, quizzes, and concept breakdowns. I tried it — and it’s way smarter than I expected.

New ChatGPT Study Mode promises to revolutionize how we learn — here's how it works
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI’s new Study Mode in ChatGPT helps students and lifelong learners master tough concepts with interactive hints, memory-based tutoring and personalization.

NotebookLM is getting a big upgrade — here’s what you can do with video overviews and smart sharing
By Amanda Caswell last updated
This collaboration tool is also free

AI Mode in Google Search now handles PDFs, images and more — here's what's new
By Amanda Caswell published
Google is upgrading AI Mode in Search with new tools like Canvas, PDF support, and Search Live. Here’s how to try the latest features now.

Microsoft’s Edge just got a major AI makeover — meet Copilot Mode
By Amanda Caswell published
Microsoft’s Edge browser just launched Copilot Mode — a voice-enabled AI assistant that helps you plan, research, and multitask across tabs. Here’s how it works

ChatGPT-5 launch expected soon — here’s everything we know so far
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI is expected to launch ChatGPT‑5 in early August 2025. According to early reports, it will bring major upgrades in reasoning, memory and multimodal input.

I tested ChatGPT Agent for a week — the good, the bad and the 'wait, it did what?'
By Amanda Caswell last updated
I put ChatGPT Agent to the test with 5 real-world tasks. Here's what worked, what didn't, and why it might still save you hours.

I tested Character AI by recreating my childhood imaginary friend — here’s what surprised me
By Amanda Caswell published
I put Character AI to the test by turning my childhood imaginary friend into a chatbot and tried a few of the other character chatbots available on the site.

GPT-5 could be OpenAI’s most powerful model yet — here’s what early testing reveals
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI’s GPT-5 is getting closer — and early testers say it’s a big leap in coding, reasoning, and writing. Here’s what we know so far.

Alexa+ can now generate AI images — here's how it compares to ChatGPT
By Amanda Caswell published
Alexa+ wins for speed

AI is straining the power grid — here’s how tech giants are getting creative
By Amanda Caswell published
From underwater pods to poop-powered offsets, these are the strangest places where AI lives and is shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

I test ChatGPT for a living — use this ‘3-word rule’ to get smarter answers
By Amanda Caswell published
Want better answers from ChatGPT? This simple 3-word trick transforms vague replies into expert-level responses. Here’s how it works, with examples you can try.

Trump just announced a new AI plan that scraps Biden's rules — and gives Big Tech a green light
By Amanda Caswell published
A new federal roadmap promises faster AI innovation, deregulated infrastructure, and bold international dominance, but not without controversy.

Claude AI training leak reveals trusted and banned websites — here’s what it means for you
By Amanda Caswell published
Internal leak reveals Claude’s hidden data sources

ChatGPT now handles 2.5 billion prompts a day — and it’s changing how we search
By Amanda Caswell published
A massive surge in ChatGPT usage signals a shift in how people search, plan and get things done. Here’s what that means for Google and everyday users.

Claude vs ChatGPT explained: What each AI does best — and how to choose the right one
By Amanda Caswell published
ChatGPT and Claude 4 are two of the smartest AI assistants available but they’re built with different strengths. Here’s how they compare to help you choose.

I use ChatGPT every day — here are 9 new prompts I can’t live without
By Amanda Caswell published
I am a ChatGPT power use and these 9 prompts help me stay focused, build better habits, spark new ideas and improve my life.

Why OpenAI wants 100 million GPUs — and how it could supercharge ChatGPT
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says the company is aiming for 100 million GPUs and raising big questions about cost, energy and the future of tech.

'Earthquake inside Apple' — AI efforts just dealt another major blow
By Amanda Caswell published
After the surprise departure of its top AI leader, Apple is testing outside models from OpenAI and Google in a major shift.

AI is powering fake Simpsons predictions — here’s how to spot the hoax
By Amanda Caswell published
Viral hoaxes are getting more convincing thanks to AI-generated images and fake clips, like those Simpsons predicted it posts. Here’s how to spot them with AI.

I couldn’t find a Labubu toy anywhere — then Google AI made the calls and found one fast
By Amanda Caswell published
I used Google’s new AI to call stores for a Labubu— and it actually worked. Here’s how Gemini is changing how we search and shop.

I upgraded to Alexa+ for my busy family — here’s what it did surprisingly well
By Amanda Caswell published
From smarter routines to a more intuitive screen, Alexa+ is a major upgrade — but not without flaws. Here’s how it handled my family of five.

I've spent 200 hours testing the best AI video generators — here's my top picks
By Ryan Morrison, Amanda Caswell last updated
I have created hundreds of hours of AI video content over the past couple of years including anime, short films and music videos. These are the best models I’ve tried.
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