I drove the Mini Cooper Countryman EV for a week — here’s my pros and cons

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Every once in a while, I come across an electric car that somehow manages to surprise me. For an EV its undeniably attractive with a base price of $45,200. (Image credit: Tom’s Guide / John Velasco) This comes after other crossovers Ive driven, like theNissan Ariya,Hyundai Ioniq 5, andHonda Prologue. Speaking of its performance, its tight steering and zippy acceleration makes for a fun drive....

March 23, 2025 · 3 min · 580 words · Devin Lozano

I got tired of Safari revealing my web searches in iOS 18.4 — this setting fixes that

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. When it comes to my digital life, I’ve got nothing to hide. But then again, there’s stuff I don’t feel like broadcasting either. See? Totally innocent! Unfortunately, an addition to the iPhone version ofSafariiniOS 18.4makes that a little harder to do. A list of recent searches pops up and stays there until you start typing something in....

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 210 words · John Singleton

I swapped digital cameras for film photography for 2 weeks and the Pentax 17 blew me away — here's why

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. How can you not? Thefuture of film photographyis bright, and thePentax 17heralds a new era. (Image credit: Nikita Achanta / Tom’s Guide) I love film cameras. I recently had the pleasure of testing the Pentax 17 which quickly became one of myfavorite camerasof all time. It takes stunning photos and its great for diptychs....

March 23, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Jamie Gonzalez

I test camera phones for a living — here's 3 tips for taking great macro shots

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Macro photography on phones, even thebest camera phones, isn’t as straightforward as it should be. Hopefully these tips will help you get the most out of your current phone’s cameras. No extra lighting(Image credit: Tom’s Guide) Phones dont always make it obvious where Macro mode is, if it has one. And some models also make it annoyingly easy to accidentally turn off macro mode, for added difficulty....

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 174 words · Jonathan Walker

I'm a published author and I tested Claude 3.7 Sonnet vs Grok 3 at creative writing — here's my verdict

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Have you ever wondered why Shakespeare is considered one of the best writers ever? He obviously has quite the fanbase even though he died in 1616. Its still common to say s/hes no Shakespeare when referring to a middle school essay or aFacebookrant. According toChatGPT, the one attribute that made Shakespeare different was his deep understanding of human nature....

March 23, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · James David

I'm so sick of everything being 'smart' — and the Dyson Airwrap i.d. I've been testing is the last straw

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. These days, it seems like everything has smart-this or AI-that. The madness doesnt end there: the Airwrap i.d. links with the mobile app MyDyson via Bluetooth. My phone can now control my hair dryer. While I spent almost 3,000 words praising theDyson Airwrap i.d. Curl, an automated styling routine feature. I say feature very loosely it feels more like a gimmick to me....

March 23, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Tonya Hudson

I’m a big fan of this offbeat comedy thriller starring Jack Black — and you can stream it free on YouTube right now

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Sometimes, the most fascinating stories are the ones that sound too strange to be true. “Bernie” is exactly that. Going into it, I had no idea what to expect. How could that be funny, let alone resonate with me? Here’s why you should carve out some time in your schedule to check it out....

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 170 words · Joyce Davis DDS

MacBook Air M4 vs MacBook Pro M4 — I'll help you pick the best MacBook for your needs

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. While you cant go wrong with either, MacBooks have some notable differences. As its Air moniker suggests, the MacBook Air is Apples thinnest and lightest laptop thats tailor-made for travel. MacBook Air 15-inch M4 Then we have the MacBook Pro, which offers superior performance and battery life. Generally, the MacBook Air is for everyday work while the MacBook Pro is for more demanding workloads....

March 23, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Patricia Wiley

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, March 23 (#651)

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Looking for clues for today’s Connections answers? Spoilers lie ahead for Connections #651. Only read on if you want to know today’s Connections answers. Alternatively, visit ourhow to play NYT Connectionsguide for tips on how to solve the puzzle without our help. Here’s a larger hint:You’ll be enthralled, but don’t get your wings all confused....

March 23, 2025 · 2 min · 221 words · Allison Howard

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #386 (Monday, March 24 2025)

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. 1.Today’s hints 2.Today’s answer 3.Yesterday’s answer Need some assistance with NYT Strands today? Warning: Spoilers lie ahead for Strands #386. The spangram will give you a hint about the connection word. Today, it starts with R and ends with D. Scroll down to find out what it is… ## Today’s Strands answers So, what are today’s Strands answers for game #386?...

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Christian Moore

Prime Video has one of the most unsettling apocalyptic thrillers I’ve ever watched — here's why you should stream it

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Looking for something new for your next regularly scheduled movie night? This 1988 thriller quickly earned a permanent spot in my rotation when I first stumbled onto it. And right now, it’sstreaming on Prime Video. Its chilling, thought-provoking, and even comedic in certain moments. And that makes it perfect for an unorthodox streaming night....

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 205 words · Erin Edwards

This gripping thriller with Jessica Chastain is leaving Netflix soon — and it’s ‘Certified Fresh’ on Rotten Tomatoes

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. What is ‘Molly’s Game’ about? Why is ‘Molly’s Game’ Jessica Chastain’s best performance? And we couldn’t agree more. Why should you watch ‘Molly’s Game’ on Netflix?

March 23, 2025 · 1 min · 43 words · Christopher Smith

Which Shark robot vacuum should I buy? How to pick the best model for your needs and budget

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Heres how it works. Despite looking almost identical, there are key differences between each model. Whats more, your decision will ultimately depend on your home, needs and priorities. Shark Robot Vacuum & Mop Combo Do you want a 2-in-1 vacuum and mop combo to tackle both carpets and hard floors? Or is a self-emptying base a top priority?...

March 23, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · John Hartman