Latest articles by Jeff Parsons
Google unveils Gemini Spark — a '24/7 personal AI agent'
Google has unveiled a new agentic AI tool called Gemini Spark that takes actions on behalf of the user across Google's products.
Microsoft admits Windows users 'experienced some challenges' with the forced CoPilot key — now it's finally doing something about it
Microsoft has acknowledged the dedicated Copilot key on Windows hasn't been universally loved, and a future Windows 11 update will allow users to remap it.
Garmin's screenless fitness tracker just leaked and, if this price is accurate, the Fitbit Air won't be worried
Garmin is planning to rival the Whoop band and Fitbit Air with a screenless fitness tracker, but the price could be a sticking point.
Android’s AirDrop expansion is growing: Here's every phone getting the update — and there's one surprising omission
Google has implemented AirDrop support into Android's Quick Share feature but, at present, only a select number of handsets can take advantage of it.
Wordle is destroying streaks this week as May 14's answer is even more devious than yesterday's — but for a totally different reason
If players thought yesterday's Wordle was difficult, they've got a rude surprise waiting with May 14's answer.
Today's Wordle is a doozy — May 13's answer could put your streak under threat and here's why
The Wordle answer for today, May 13, ranks as one of the more difficult we've had recently and it could very easily break some people's streaks.
The Mac mini's ridiculously-placed power button just became irrelevant thanks to this new macOS 26.5 feature — here's how to activate it
The Mac mini is a great computer with a badly-designed power switch, but Apple has introduced a software solution with macOS 26.5.
'If you're an Apple fan, this is you in the future': iPhone Fold mockup gives us in-depth look at Apple's first foldable iPhone
A high-fidelity mockup of the upcoming iPhone Fold/Ultra has been shown off by tech YouTube channel Unbox Therapy, but it raises as many questions as it answers.
Apple settles Siri class action for $250m over delayed Apple Intelligence, making 36m iPhone users eligible for a cash payment — this is the total amount you could receive and how you can claim your share
Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it misled over 30m iPhone users over claims AI-powered Siri was ready back in 2024.
Verizon reportedly down in parts of the US — live updates on latest outage
Verizon users are reporting some issues with their mobile carrier today, May 5
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.
New Balance opens London Run House for 2026 to celebrate the city’s massive marathon weekend — here’s what’s on offer
New Balance has opened its London Run House at Somerset House for the marathon weekend, offering activities and showcases open to the public.
'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.
