
Elton Jones
Elton Jones covers AI for Tom’s Guide, and tests all the latest models, from ChatGPT to Gemini to Claude to see which tools perform best — and how they can improve everyday productivity.
He is also an experienced tech writer who has covered video games, mobile devices, headsets, and now artificial intelligence for over a decade. Since 2011, his work has appeared in publications including The Christian Post, Complex, TechRadar, Heavy, and ONE37pm, with a focus on clear, practical analysis.
Today, Elton focuses on making AI more accessible by breaking down complex topics into useful, easy-to-understand insights for a wide range of readers.
Latest articles by Elton Jones

'No action is too extreme when the fate of humanity is at stake!' — Anthropic CEO and others are pushing for safety measures against their own technology
By Elton Jones published
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and other major figures in the AI space are aware of the dangers of the evolving technology, judging by their quotes.

I used ChatGPT to discover new music every day — and my playlist is better than ever
By Elton Jones published
I used ChatGPT to show me the best ways to discover new artists and songs in my favorite genres—I ended up finding my new favorites in the process.

I used ChatGPT to apply Brendon Burchard’s ‘Empty Calories’ productivity mindset — and it changed how I spend my time
By Elton Jones published
I used ChatGPT TO apply high-performance coach Brendon Burchard’s “empty calories” mindset to eliminate “empty-calorie activities” from my life.

I use these 5 prompts to stop AI from giving me lazy answers — the difference is huge
By Elton Jones published
I use these prompts alongside my questions to ensure my most-used chatbots respond with answers that are neither lazy nor shallow.

7 smart ways you can use ChatGPT for DIY home projects — here's the one that surprised me most
By Elton Jones published
These 7 methods will bring you the most efficient AI assistance when you need some tips on how to tackle DIY projects around your home.

I test AI tools for a living and these are the 5 prompts I use to fix hallucinations
By Elton Jones published
With the following prompts, I push the chatbots I use to keep the chatbots I use from hallucinating during simple and complex conversations.

I asked ChatGPT how to feel more organized, and this one tip changed my entire routine
By Elton Jones published
With ChatGPT’s help, I discovered a wealth of new tips and tricks for feeling more organized. One tip stood out to me the most.

I found 7 hilarious productivity prompts and my favorite one is weirdly effective
By Elton Jones published
I used ChatGPT to generate a bunch of productivity prompts aimed at helping me work better daily and make me chuckle all at the same time.

Pope Leo XIV warns that AI must be “disarmed” and cites Gandalf from LOTR to make his point
By Elton Jones published
Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical shares lengthy passages that provide warnings about the use of AI and mentions a powerful line from a famous fictional character.

I used ChatGPT and Claude to search for StubHub tickets — and one AI crushed it
By Elton Jones published
I tested StubHub in ChatGPT and Claude to see which one is better at helping me find events at the best prices, which led me to find one of those AI tools more helpful.

I used Gemini in Google Maps to pick my next pizza spot — and the top result totally surprised me
By Elton Jones last updated
I used the “Ask Maps” Gemini feature in Google Maps to find the best pizza spots in NYC — the tourist-favorite spot it recommended tasted way better than I thought.

I asked ChatGPT which movies to watch before 2026’s biggest summer blockbusters — these films got added to my streaming queue
By Elton Jones published
Thanks to ChatGPT, I added a bunch of quality films to my streaming queue list in preparation for the major 2026 summer blockbusters I’m planning to see.

I used ChatGPT to turn Drake’s best lyrics into a productivity system — and it was weirdly motivating
By Elton Jones published
I asked ChatGPT to find me the 7 best Drake lyrics and it came back with some memorable quotables that ended up motivating me during my daily work sessions.

I used ChatGPT to build the ultimate Memorial Day weekend schedule, playlist and menu — and it totally understood the assignment
By Elton Jones published
I asked ChatGPT to help me build the perfect Memorial Day weekend music playlist, food menu and event schedule — and it totally nailed the vibe I was looking for

I asked ChatGPT to find the most affordable summer activities — these low-cost ideas made my list
By Elton Jones published
I asked ChatGPT to make a list of affordable activities I can enjoy this summer and walked away with a bunch of additional ideas that’ll keep me entertained

Pizza Hut franchisee says AI delivery system cost them millions and 'pummeled consumer satisfaction' — now there’s a $100 million lawsuit
By Elton Jones published
A Pizza Hut franchisee has brought a $100 million lawsuit against its parent company after being forced to use an AI delivery system that hurt its business.

I asked ChatGPT to apply Asha Sharma’s leadership mindset to my life and it made me completely rethink my priorities
By Elton Jones published
I asked ChatGPT to observe Xbox CEO Asha Sharma’s leadership mindsets and identify the best ways to incorporate them into my life while improving it.

That peace sign you do in your selfies could let AI steal your fingerprints for scammers — here’s how
By Elton Jones published
A security expert warns that taking a high-res selfie that displays you doing a peace sign could expose you to scammers who can use AI to steal your fingerprint.

I discovered 3 ChatGPT prompts that boost productivity and reduce stress at the same time
By Elton Jones published
I asked ChatGPT to generate a list of prompts that cater to helping the everyday person and professional relieve their stress and boost their productivity.

Gemini Omni Flash can create and edit videos with your voice and it feels like the future of multimodal AI
By Elton Jones published
Google’s newly introduced Gemini Omni Flash is a new video generation and editing model that has the power to create videos through live chats.

I used ChatGPT to build the ultimate 2026 summer bucket list and it totally nailed my vibe
By Elton Jones published
I used ChatGPT to analyze my favorite hobbies and build me the ultimate 2026 summer bucket list of fun and unique activities to enjoy.

I used ChatGPT to find video game deals on Amazon and scored 3 great games for under $120
By Elton Jones published
I used ChatGPT to scour Amazon for the best video games deals it could find across the PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch and picked three games for under $120.

7 easy ways to use AI to plan your entire 2026 road trip in minutes
By Elton Jones published
These seven tips will help you plan your summer road trip with ease, thanks to the valuable ways they make great use of AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude.
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