
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. Before Tom’s Guide, Alyse worked as an editor for the Washington Post’s sunsetted video game section, Launcher, where she also wrote about indie games you shouldn’t miss, how to tackle your gaming backlog, and all things Nintendo. She previously led Gizmodo’s weekend news desk covering breaking tech news and has written game reviews and features 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 roller skating.
Latest articles by Alyse Stanley

iPhone 17 Pro Max could cost $2,300 due to Trump tariffs
By Alyse Stanley published
Your favorite iPhone could soon get much pricier as Trump tariffs drive costs of producing consumer goods up.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10, including a hit buddy comedy, an epic prehistoric adventure, and a Gerard Butler-led action movie.

Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Paddington in Peru,' 'Banger,' 'Y2K,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming.
By Alyse Stanley published
'Paddington in Peru,' 'Banger,' 'Y2K,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

5 new to Max movies to stream now with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the best new to Max movies to stream in April 2025, all of which have at least 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra: biggest upgrades
By Alyse Stanley last updated
The S25 Ultra is here, but the real question is how it stands up to its predecessor.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10, including a heartfelt romcom, a chilling thriller, and a Gerard Butler-led action movie.

16 new shows and movies to stream in April 2025: 'The Last of Us,' 'Andor' and more
By Kelly Woo published
'The Studio,' 'Holland' and 'Bosch: Legacy' lead my weekend watch list

Nintendo Switch 2 — everything you need to know before Wednesday's Nintendo Direct launch
By Dave LeClair, Scott Younker, Alyse Stanley last updated
The Switch 2 is right around the corner and we're so ready to play games on it.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Monday, March 31 (#659)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #659 on March 31.

Invincible season 4 — get ready for the baddest villain ever
By Alyse Stanley published
"Invincible" season 4 will introduce Thragg, Invincible's biggest foe yet.

Prime Video top 10 shows — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best shows to watch in the Prime Video top 10, including the final season of "Bosch: Legacy"

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, March 30 (#658)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #658 on March 30.

The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is available for pre-order now for the same price as the Steam Deck OLED.
By Alyse Stanley published
The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is available for pre-order now for the same price as the Steam Deck OLED.

Netflix top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
These are the best shows you shouldn't skip from the Netflix top 10 list, including a gripping crime drama and a new reality show that fans of "Traitors" will love.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Mufasa,' ‘A Complete Unknown,' and more movie night hits are now on streaming

Android Auto is getting a controversial upgrade — in-car gaming
By Alyse Stanley published
The latest Android Auto beta adds support for in-car gaming and fullscreen mode for apps.

Switch 2 vs. Steam Deck and other gaming handhelds — can Nintendo hang?
By Alyse Stanley published
In a hugely different handheld gaming market, does Nintendo still have what it takes to dominate?

New leaked iPhone 17 dummy units show off super-thin iPhone 17 Air with this surprising design tweak
By Alyse Stanley published
New dummy models for the iPhone 17 series have leaked, showing off the super-thin iPhone 17 Air with a surprising design tweak.

Prime Video top 10 has 3 must-watch movies — including a bubbly romcom starring 'Bridgerton's' Simone Ashley
By Alyse Stanley published
The Prime Video top 10 movies has three movies worth the hype.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10, including a campy thriller, a classic stoner comedy, and a beloved video game movie adaptation.

New Nintendo Switch 2 FCC filing suggests this beloved Nintendo controller could make a comeback
By Alyse Stanley published

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 deserve a spot on your watchlist.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Max, Disney Plus, and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Moana 2,' 'The Parenting,' 'Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party,' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming.
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