Alyse Stanley
Alyse Stanley is a news editor at Tom’s Guide overseeing weekend coverage and writing about the latest in tech, gaming, and entertainment. Prior to joining Tom’s Guide, Alyse worked as an editor for the Washington Post’s sunsetted video game section, Launcher, where she wrote about indie games you shouldn’t miss, how to tackle an intimidatingly long gaming backlog, and all things Nintendo. She also previously led Gizmodo’s weekend news desk, where she covered breaking tech news — everything from the latest spec rumors and gadget launches to social media policy and cybersecurity threats. She has also written game reviews and features as a freelance reporter for outlets like Polygon, Unwinnable, and Rock, Paper, Shotgun. A recent Chicago-area transplant born and raised in Virginia, Alyse is a big fan of horror movies, cartoons, and miniature painting. After moving to the midwest, she fell hard into Warhammer 40k and gets a kick out of building ridiculously pink, e-girl-themed armies. She also spends a lot of time playing video games (in case that wasn’t already clear), sinking an embarrassing amount of hours into roguelikes, tactics games, and farming sims. When she does occasionally touch grass, she enjoys exploring nature trails with her dog Pixel and thrifting.
Latest articles by Alyse Stanley
Leaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra render reveals biggest upgrades from S23 Ultra and S24 Ultra
By Alyse Stanley published
A new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leak shows off the flagship's bigger display, new rounded design, and thinner bezels compared to past Ultra models.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Monday, January 13 (#582)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #582 on January 13.
Max top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch on Max? These three movies in the streamer's top 10 are the best of the best.
This ‘toaster charger’ at CES 2025 promises to juice your phone in seconds
By Alyse Stanley published
Swippitt has unveiled a seamless charging system that uses interchangeable battery packs to keep your phone topped up.
7 best new movies to stream on Max, Hulu, and more this weekend
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'American Star,' 'Flow,' 'Get Away,' and more movie night hits arrive on streaming.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, January 12 (#581)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #581 on January 12.
Stream 'Severance' free on Roku ahead of season 2 premiere — how to watch this Apple TV Plus sci-fi hit for free now
By Alyse Stanley published
Apple TV Plus is bringing Severance season one to The Roku Channel until January 19.
Nintendo Switch 2 tipster claims to know release date, pricing and launch games
By Alyse Stanley published
New Nintendo Switch 2 may have revealed the release date, pricing, and two launch games: Mario Kart 9 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
Samsung Galaxy S25 leaker just tipped several camera upgrades before Unpacked event
By Alyse Stanley published
A new leak suggests the Galaxy S25 Ultra could get new AI-powered editing tools and seamless camera switching while taking video.
New macOS malware uses Apple's own code to quietly steal credentials and personal data — how to stay safe
By Alyse Stanley published
A new strain of Banshee macOS Stealer puts 100 million Apple users at risk of having their credentials stolen.
Eureka's new robot vacuum uses AI to better spot spills and untangle itself
By Alyse Stanley published
At CES 2025, Eureka announced its J15 Max Ultra robot vacuum that uses intelligent vision with AI to better detect spills and wet messes.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Monday, January 6 (#575)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #575 on January 7.
Watch out, Dolby Atmos — Samsung and Google just unveiled 'Eclipsa Audio'
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Samsung and Google unveil Eclipsa Audio, a Dolby Atmos competitor that's coming to Samsung's lineup of 2025 TVs and soundbars as well as YouTube.
This clever new iPhone accessory doubles as a camera button and 10,000 mAh battery
By Alyse Stanley published
Belkin’s PowerGrip MagSafe combines the utility of a MagSafe charger, phone mount, and wired charger with the look of a classic point-and-shoot camera.
Nintendo Switch 2 rumor — alleged photos posted of new Joy-Cons
By Alyse Stanley published
New photos purportedly of the Switch 2 JoyCons leak online, revealing a remarkably similar design to the current Switch controllers.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, January 5 (#574)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #574 on January 5.
This could be our first real look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
By Alyse Stanley last updated
A new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leak reveals the flagship's new rounded design and the thinnest bezels on a phone to date.
Prime Video’s top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide to the three best shows to watch in Prime Video’s top 10 right now.
Millions of email users at risk — passwords could be exposed to hackers, experts warn
By Alyse Stanley published
3.3 million email services don't have encryption enabled, the Shadowserver Foundation finds, which leaves users' log-in credentials vulnerable to sniffing attacks.
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Max, Prime Video and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Wicked,' ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ and more movie night hits just arrived on streaming.
My favorite 'A Quiet Place' movie just landed on Prime Video — and it’s 87% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley published
'A Quiet Place: Day One' is now streaming on Prime Video, and it stacks up to the first two entries in the hit horror series.
New on Prime Video in January 2025 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Alyse Stanley published
Here's all the new shows and movies coming to Prime Video in January 2025.
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Hulu, Prime Video, Peacock, and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Gladiator II,' 'Nightbitch,' 'The Arctic Convoy,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
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