Articles by Rory Mellon, Deals Editor

Rory is a Deals Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on deals, gaming and streaming. When he’s not scouring retailers for PS5 restock or writing hot takes on the latest gaming hardware and streaming shows, he can be found attending music festivals and being thoroughly disappointed by his terrible football team.

Articles by: Rory Mellon

Canceling Netflix and other subscriptions could get a lot easier — thanks to new FTC proposal

By Rory Mellon published 24 March 23

A new FTC proposal is aiming to make canceling a subscription as straightforward as signing up — this could impact everything from Netflix to Planet Fitness.

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Windows 11 is getting a big File Explorer upgrade — here's what's new

By Rory Mellon last updated 23 March 23

A deep-dive into the latest Windows 11 preview build appears to have confirmed that File Explorer is getting several upgrades — here's what's new.

Apple Watch just tipped for major upgrade — but there's a nasty catch

By Rory Mellon published 22 March 23

A new patent suggests the Apple Watch could soon detect what type of band you're using — and this "upgrade" could have a sinister downside.

Whoa! Microsoft reportedly launching Xbox Game store for iOS and Android next year

By Rory Mellon last updated 21 March 23

A new EU ruling may force Apple and Google to allow third-party app stores on their mobile operating systems — and Microsoft may take full advantage of the opportunity.

The Dark Pictures Switchback VR screenshot

I just played the scariest game ever on the PSVR 2

By Rory Mellon published 18 March 23

The Dark Pictures Switchback is a must-play PSVR 2 game for horror fans — and it's so scary I had to stop playing.

Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso in Ted Lasso season 3

Ted Lasso season 3 is already proving why this should be the last season

By Rory Mellon published 18 March 23

Ted Lasso season 3 has started strong — but it's time for Apple TV Plus to bring the beloved comedy series to its natural end.

Resident Evil 4 review: Just how you remember it

By Rory Mellon published 17 March 23

Resident Evil 4 is an impressive remake of one of the most iconic games ever

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How to change your PSN name

By Rory Mellon published 16 March 23

Here's everything you need to about how to change your PSN name including how much it costs and a walkthrough of the process.

PS5 Pro tipped for 2024 launch — but do we even need it?

By Rory Mellon published 15 March 23

The heavily-rumored PS5 Pro console has just been tipped for a release in 2024 — but this could be an unnecessary update to a console that is still yet to hit its stride.

Amazon is killing one of its most underrated shopping features

By Rory Mellon published 14 March 23

Amazon Assistant is a useful browser extension that made comparing prices super simple — but the retailer has confirmed it'll be discontinued this month.

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Nintendo boss says Switch 2 will ‘surprise and delight’ players

By Rory Mellon published 14 March 23

Will Nintendo take a risk with the Switch 2?

Pedro Pascal as Joel in HBO's The Last of Us

I’m worried about The Last of Us season 2 — here’s why

By Rory Mellon published 13 March 23

The Last of Us season 2 faces the tough task of adapting a video game with a structurally messy story and several controversial narrative decisions.

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9 best Netflix horror movies with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rory Mellon last updated 14 March 23

Looking for something scary to watch? These 9 Netflix horror movies boast impressive Rotten Tomatoes scores and are guaranteed to leave you too scared to sleep.

Professional golfer Rory McIlroy in Full Swing on Netflix

Full Swing is the best Netflix show you’re not watching — and it’s 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Rory Mellon published 11 March 23

Full Swing offers an intimate look into the lives of several professional golfers — it's the Netflix show you should be watching right now.

The PlayStation VR 2 on our reviewer, Roland Moore-Colyer

I took a $599 gamble on the PSVR 2 — and it paid off

By Rory Mellon last updated 11 March 23

The original PSVR gave me killer headaches but I still decided to purchase a PSVR 2 at launch — here's what happened.

The Ghostface killer holds a bloody knight in the first Scream movie

How to watch every Scream movie just in time for Scream 6

By Rory Mellon published 10 March 23

Scream 6 brings Ghostface to New York City — but before heading out to the movie theatre you'll want to know how to watch every Scream movie to get all caught up.

Spotify's redesign is so bad I’m considering switching to Apple Music

By Rory Mellon published 9 March 23

Spotify has unveiled its new redesigned home page — and it's making me question my loyalty to the music streaming service.

Discord has arrived on PS5 — how to link your accounts and chat with friends

By Rory Mellon published 9 March 23

Deeper Discord integration has finally arrived on Sony's flagship gaming console — and we're on hand to show you exactly how to use Discord on PS5.

PS5 system update just added Discord and a bunch of features — here’s what’s new

By Rory Mellon published 8 March 23

A new PS5 system update rolls out today and it includes proper Discord integration and the ability to wirelessly update your DualSense controller — but that's not all.

YouTube is finally killing its most annoying feature

By Rory Mellon published 8 March 23

YouTube has confirmed that overlay ads are being retired in an effort to improve the user experience — kudos to Google.

New movies on Disney Plus in March 2023

By Rory Mellon published 8 March 23

Disney Plus is adding a pair of original movies in March 2023 — but it's still a pretty barren month for noteworthy new content.

Fire TV got a killer feature just in time for the Oscars 2023

By Rory Mellon published 7 March 23

It's Oscar week and to celebrate Fire TV has launched a new dedicated hub for all things Academy Awards — here's what you need to know.

Nintendo Switch OLED joycons connected to base

Nintendo Switch 2 may lack backwards compatibility — this could be a major problem

By Rory Mellon published 7 March 23

A popular YouTuber has suggested that Nintendo Switch 2 could lack backwards compatibility features and that's definitely concerning.

An Xbox Series X in white, with a white controller on top, both set out on a wooden TV stand next to a television.

Xbox Series S toaster reportedly launching this year — yes, really

By Rory Mellon published 6 March 23

A French gaming website has claimed that Microsoft is preparing to launch an Xbox Series S toaster — this sounds like an out-of-season April Fool's joke.

5 PSVR 2 games you should play first

By Rory Mellon last updated 26 February 23

The PSVR 2 has arrived with more than 40 launch window games to choose from — but these are the 5 you need to play.

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