I got a first look at the GHD Sculpt, and it solves the worst thing about hair straighteners I’ve never found a hair straightener that can tame my hair. Is GHD’s new AI-powered Sculpt styler up to the task? Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
SilkSound Bluetooth Sleep Mask review: A must for busy dorm rooms and noisy homes I tested this Bluetooth Sleep Mask and it helped my sleep in a noisy hotel room I was sharing with a snorer — here's everything you need to know. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
Stop buying expensive fertilizer — achieve a lush, green lawn with this cheap household staple There's a cheap bathroom product that's also your shortcut to a lush, green lawn Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
AI isn’t gaining consciousness — it’s just gaslighting you Wondering why long ChatGPT conversations get strange? Learn why AI chatbots validate odd beliefs, how "delusional spirals" happen and how to use AI safely. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
Those pretty purple flowers are secretly destroying your lawn — here's why wild violets outsmart every weed killer and what actually works Think wild violets are harmless? Their waxy leaves and underground roots make them tough to kill. Here's how to stop them from taking over your lawn. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
3 best new to Netflix movies you should stream this weekend (August 7-9) Looking for something to watch this weekend? These 3 new Netflix movies deserve a spot on your watchlist. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
8 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max and more (Aug. 7-9) This weekend’s TV streaming picks on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu and other platforms include "Ted Lasso," "House of the Dragon" season 3 finale, "The Last House" and "Sterling Point." Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: Everything we know so far The iPhone 18 Pro Max and Pixel 11 Pro XL are arguably going to be the two biggest phone releases in the next couple of months, so here's how they stack up so far based on the rumors. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
Stop wasting your money — Gardeners share the common yard expenses to avoid (and great hacks to save cash) I asked gardeners what the biggest money-wasters are that we often spend for our yards. Here’s what they said and what to buy instead. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
I’ve walked over 100,000 steps in the Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX — and they’re some of the most comfortable and grippy shoes I’ve tested so far The Scarpa Ribelle Cross 2 GTX provides excellent traction on most wet and dry surfaces. They're comfortable, breathable and waterproof too. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
I’ve spent a month testing this Lomography reloadable film camera — and for $27, it offers unbeatable value for money The Lomography Simple Use Reloadable Film Camera takes retro photos and is easy to use. At just $27, it offers great value for money, but it has some flaws. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
I walked 103,000 steps in Columbia’s summer-ready hiking sandals — and I have zero blisters, zero aches, and zero regrets The Columbia Konos Hiker 2-Strap are one of the comfiest, most supportive, and most flexible hiking sandals I’ve ever tested. Definitely a new favorite. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
I tried budget outdoor brand Coleman’s first collapsible cooler — here’s what I thought Coleman Snap ‘N Go is an aptly named cooler with a collapsible design, a removable inner lining, a non-outrageous price tag, and keeps ice solid for 30 hours. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
I tested the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro for a month to track workouts, check my stress, and monitor my sleep — and this $89 Apple Watch dupe is simply excellent The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro is an excellent sub-$100 smartwatch for tracking your workouts, sleep, and other metrics, and it's extremely comfortable too. Tom’s Guide · Aug 7
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 I use the 'bird cage' prompt to keep my ChatGPT projects separate — now I can't work without it My favorite ChatGPT prompt doesn't write better emails or generate better code. Instead, it keeps every project in its own "bird cage" so ideas don't spill into each other.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 I tested shoes from 5 up-and-coming running brands — here are the ones worth your money Some of the most impressive and exciting new running shoes to launch in 2026 have come from brands you might not have even heard of — here are five up-and-comers I’m excited about.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 'Tony' isn’t the Anthony Bourdain biopic I expected — and that’s exactly why it works Dominic Sessa stars as a young Anthony Bourdain in this drama about his summer spent working in a Cape Cod restaurant.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 Stop fighting the climate: Expert-approved tips on how to plant for hotter summers I asked gardeners why their favorite plants are no longer fit for hotter summers.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 I asked ChatGPT for the best ways to reduce stress — these 7 simple techniques helped me feel like myself again After feeling a bit off for the past few days, I went to ChatGPT to ask for the best stress-reducing methods — and these tips worked like a charm.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 This simple bodyweight exercise reveals whether your balance is above average for your age A personal trainer shares a quick, simple exercise you can try to test your balance based on your age group.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 I tested the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Galaxy S26 Ultra for 2 weeks — here’s the one I’d buy I compared the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs Galaxy S26 Ultra side by side in terms of design, durability, features and performance to help you pick the right flagship for you.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 7 3 new to Netflix shows you need to binge-watch this weekend (Aug. 7-9) Netflix wants to keep you indoors this weekend, watching its latest TV shows, and these 3 new series are designed to be binge-watched.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 6 Google Maps just got a major AI upgrade — these 7 Ask Maps prompts let you order food, find events and more With Ask Maps' latest updates that allow you to perform several complex, multi-step tasks, it’s best to take advantage of them with these useful prompts.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 6 3 new to Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (Aug. 7-9) Hulu just added a ton of must-watch movies worth watching this weekend. Here are my top 3 picks.
Tom’s Guide · Aug 6 Segway just fixed one of my biggest problems with one of its best electric scooters Segway made some nice tweaks to the Max G3 Plus, its long-distance commuter scooter.