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How Smart Is Apple Intelligence, Really? I Tested Every Feature
From writing tools to visual recognition, I break down Apple's powerful new AI suite, including what works, what doesn't, and what’s still coming.
I Used Google's Flow Filmmaking AI to Create My Own Cinematic Masterpieces
I may not win an Oscar anytime soon, but Google Flow can generate short videos from a prompt or an uploaded image. With Veo 3, it now supports sound effects and dialogue.
Is GPT-5 Any Better Than GPT-4o? Not Based on My Tests
OpenAI is scrambling to salvage its bumpy GPT-5 rollout. Even Sam Altman admits the model is 'way dumber' than the previous one. My testing proves him right.
I'm Living Proof That an AI Coach Can Actually Make You More Productive
I tested Google's Gemini AI for two months to see if it could boost my output and transform my daily routine. My boss and my wife both noticed the results.
I Asked ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Grok to Do My 'Deep Research'. One AI ChatBot Came Out on Top
OpenAI, Google, Perplexity, and xAi offer deep research modes that surf the web for you. I put them to the test with the same topic; here's how they fared and how to try it yourself.
Is There Rot at the Heart of Grok? I Interrogated Elon Musk's Chatbot to Find Out
Grok has been at the center of several recent controversies based on its disconcerting comments. Is Grok as gross as it seems? Here's what I discovered.
Work, Life, and a Whole Lot of Prompts: How AI Powers My Daily Routine
At first I wasn't sure why I would want to talk to an AI, but now I can't imagine living without these tools. From deadlines to dinner plans, here's how I use GPTs, image generators, and more.
Gemini Knows Best? I Let Google's AI Weigh In on Tough Parenting Decisions
A commercial featuring a frazzled father turning to Gemini for parenting tips inspired me to test whether the AI had any fresh advice for issues facing my 12- and 14-year-old kids.
An AI That Engages With Literature Without Destroying It: How Rebind.ai Surprised Me
When I first heard about this AI-annotated book service, I was skeptical. But it's actually one of the most responsible and transparent uses of the technology I've seen.
Don't Use AI to Build Your Website. Trust Me on This
Testing AI tools while creating my personal website was surprisingly clunky, and often just plain bad. As PCMag's expert on website builders, here are 4 good reasons you should opt for the human touch instead.
AI for Interior Design: How I Used ChatGPT to Pick the Perfect Paint Color
OpenAI's new image generator helped me narrow down hues from well-known brands by creating mockups of each room in my house—no paintbrush required.
An Expert Explains How to Get Started With AI Without Losing Your Mind
'Approach AI with curiosity, not fear,' says Celia Quillian in her new book, AI for Life. We sat down with her to get some practical AI advice for beginners.
DeepSeek vs. ChatGPT: 5 Questions That Put These AI Chatbots to the Test
While the chatbots gave me similar answers, the free version of China's ultra-efficient model has no messaging limits. But privacy concerns might have you sticking with ChatGPT.
How I'm Using AI for Epic Audio Workouts
Asking ChatGPT for an exercise plan? Easy. Combining AI research and voices to make a custom workout adventure? Epic.
How I Used AI to Turn My 3rd-Grade Diary Into a Shockingly Polished Podcast
NotebookLM is a fun way to familiarize yourself with Google's AI tools. I used it to turn a grade-school journal into a mildly entertaining podcast about my 8-year-old self.
How AI Got Me a Free Lunch in 5 Minutes
Prompting by text is so 2022. Here’s how I used Google Gemini's vision and voice features to score a refund for a defective product.
The Latest Self-Driving Tech Is Mind-Blowing, But Also a Little Boring
Hands-free driving systems from Ford and Chevrolet are a modern marvel, but their eye tracking keeps 'drivers' staring straight ahead, twiddling their thumbs. No scrolling or napping allowed.
Insincere or Ingenious? How AI Helped Me Crank Out 50 Thank You Notes
Burned out from wedding planning, I turned to ChatGPT to help with the last item on my to-do list. Here's how I saved hours of work and still gave each card a personal touch.
Introducing 'Try AI': Clever and Inspiring Ways to Use AI in Everyday Life
In this new series we serve up smart and accessible AI-based recipes to solve real-world problems, save you time and money, and improve your life.
YouTube Shorts Are Horrible on Desktop. Here's How I Used AI to Fix Them.
I have no idea how to write code, but with a little help from generative AI, I built a JavaScript bookmarklet tool that dramatically improves YouTube Shorts—and you can, too!
