Lloyd Coombes
A freelance writer from Essex, UK, Lloyd Coombes began writing for Tom's Guide in 2024 having worked on TechRadar, iMore, Live Science and more. A specialist in consumer tech, Lloyd is particularly knowledgeable on Apple products ever since he got his first iPod Mini. Aside from writing about the latest gadgets for Future, he's also a blogger and the Editor in Chief of GGRecon.com. On the rare occasion he’s not writing, you’ll find him spending time with his son, or working hard at the gym. You can find him on Twitter @lloydcoombes.
Latest articles by Lloyd Coombes
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Huge Hoka weekend sale — here are the best deals I've found
By Lloyd Coombes published
Looking for a comfy pair of running shoes? These Hoka deals will do the trick.
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ElevenLabs does it again — turns Google Veo clips into a music video using its own AI music generator
By Lloyd Coombes published
ElevenLabs has had some fun with Google's new AI video engine, and it absolutely slaps.
![GTP 4o Ender](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eVrXE72bDb8g5WiMgBfWf-320-80.png)
If you thought the OpenAI ChatGPT GPT-4o demo was impressive — it now has a face
By Lloyd Coombes last updated
OpenAI's GPT-4o just got even more lifelike thanks to Synthesia's generative AI face.
![Project Astra AI agent](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8UqjpR8BrHxfJLgXLGhi5-320-80.png)
Well played Google! DeepMind shows off Project Astra watching the OpenAI ChatGPT Voice announcement
By Lloyd Coombes published
Google held a "watch party" for this week's OpenAI announcements with Gemini.
![ChatGPT open on a Macbook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6C5FwKhtoRVifYB736XgMQ-320-80.jpg)
How to set custom instructions in ChatGPT
By Lloyd Coombes published
Make ChatGPT more personal to your needs and requirements with Custom Instructions. Here's how to set them up.
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Huge weekend sale at Dell — 11 laptop deals from $299
By Lloyd Coombes published
Save hundreds of dollars on new laptops from Dell in the company's latest weekend sale.
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Lululemon's 'We Made Too Much' section is back — 11 recommendations from $9
By Lloyd Coombes published
Grab steep discounts on yoga gear, running outfits, and much more in the latest Lululemon "We Made Too Much" section.
![Microsoft Copilot app running on a phone with Microsoft logo in background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gdgBjprJ6yA3cUo2iheokN-320-80.jpg)
Is Microsoft ditching OpenAI? — MAI-1 is the company’s first home-grown LLM that could power Copilot
By Lloyd Coombes published
Microsoft has begun working on its own in-house LLM, suggesting it could move away from OpenAI.
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Hurry! Walmart's epic weekend sale is live — 75-inch TV for $448, Apple Watch 9 for $299
By Lloyd Coombes published
Save big on TVs, earbuds and the PlayStation 5 with our deal picks from Walmart.
![Sam Altman is leaving OpenAI for Microsoft](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jF8ztHCbSVeXyHbgFJDFB5-320-80.jpg)
'GPT-4 is the dumbest model any of you will ever have to use' declares OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as he bets big on a superingtelligence
By Lloyd Coombes published
If there's one thing Sam Altman isn't worried about, it's the operating cost of ChatGPT.
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You can finally make Claude 3 shut up — Anthropic adds stop button to its chatbot
By Lloyd Coombes published
Users can now stop Claude 3 in its tracks when the chatbot starts droning on.
![Walmart price drop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/arceKMxrTNJfotLNCvPeMU-320-80.jpg)
Walmart just launched a huge weekend sale — 17 deals I'd buy right now
By Lloyd Coombes last updated
Here's a smart guide to saving a bundle on products from Apple, Hisense, Sony and Microsoft at Walmart this weekend.
![De'Longhi Magnifica Evo coffee machine on a countertop in a modern kitchen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BSEFcgsohce9RhnLYf5WcH-320-80.jpg)
Wake up! The best Amazon Big Spring Sale coffee maker deals starting at $9
By Lloyd Coombes published
From L'OR to Ninja and Nespresso, there are great deals to be had on coffee machines at Amazon right now.
![Cosori Air Fryer TurboBlaze with recipe book](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7ktEdnpDk68jyVwbq3dD8F-320-80.jpg)
These are the best air fryers in Amazon's Big Spring Sales event
By Lloyd Coombes published
It's a great time to buy an air fryer with these fantastic deals at Amazon. Save on major brands like Ninja, Cuisinart and more.
![Dreametech robot vacuum](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MyVSv2EL5EQwD4NzHn6GTb-320-80.jpg)
Hurry! Robot vacuums are getting a huge price cut at Amazon today — here's the 11 best deals
By Lloyd Coombes published
Big name brands are seeing big discounts, meaning there's never been a better time to pick up a robot vacuum.
![Walmart price drop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/arceKMxrTNJfotLNCvPeMU-320-80.jpg)
Epic March Madness TV Sale — 9 Walmart deals to shop this weekend
By Lloyd Coombes published
Revitalize your home entertainment with huge discounts on TVs from big-name brands.
![Walmart price drop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/arceKMxrTNJfotLNCvPeMU-320-80.jpg)
Massive Walmart TV sale — 11 amazing deals to shop this week
By Lloyd Coombes last updated
Looking to upgrade your home entertainment? Check out our picks for the best TV deals.
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11 best Target Presidents' Day deals I'd shop this weekend
By Lloyd Coombes published
Save big at Target this weekend with its huge Presidents Day sale. Here's our top deals on TVs, laptops, headphones and more.
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