Jordan Palmer
Jordan is the Phones Editor for Tom's Guide, covering all things phone-related. From a fascination with Android through to pouring over the latest iPhones, as well as poking fun at the near-pointlessness of gaming phones, Jordan has been writing about phones for more than six years. And he plans to keep doing this for at least another half dozen years again.
From his time at Tom’s Guide so far, Jordan has reviewed the likes of the iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Google Pixel 6 Pro. But he’s not just a flagship phone fan, having turned his hand to the likes of the Asus Zenphone 9 and getting to grips with the Nothing Phone (1), the first phone from Carl Pei’s Nothing brand.
Jordan is also keen on exploring some of the more intriguing areas of tech, such as de-Googling Android or taking an old MacBook Pro and turning it into a Chromebook; yes really. And he’s also a dab hand at putting mini-PCs to the test, as seen in this Geekom MiniAir 11 review.
Outside the world of Tom’s Guide, Jordan loves nothing more than relaxing in his home with a book, game, or his latest personal writing project. He likes finding new things to dive into, from books and games to new mechanical keyboard switches and fun keycap sets. And you can also find him poring over open-source software and his studies.
Latest articles by Jordan Palmer
Best iPad cases in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Apple iPad remains one of the best tablets on the market, and you’ll want to keep it safe with one of the best Apple iPad cases.
iPhone vs. Android: Which is better for you?
By Josh Render last updated
Our iPhone vs. Android face-off will help you figure out which kind of phone is right for you.
Best small phones in Australia 2024: Top compact mobiles you can use one-handed
By Jordan Palmer last updated
These are the best small phones for those who don't want an oversized screen that makes one-handed use difficult.
Best Metro by T-Mobile phones 2024
By John Velasco last updated
Here are the best Metro by T-Mobile phones, including inexpensive models that won't bust your budget.
Best Android launchers 2024
By John Corpuz, Jordan Palmer last updated
The best Android launchers help make your phone truly your own, giving you features and options Google still isn't offering.
Best free Android apps in 2024
By John Corpuz, Jordan Palmer last updated
These are the best free Android apps across multiple categories, from productivity to utilities.
Best Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra cases
By Jordan Palmer last updated
The best Galaxy S21 Ultra cases will help keep your older phone safe and useable for years to come. These are our picks for the top options out there.
Android 14 release date and all the new features
By Jordan Palmer, Richard Priday last updated
Check out the features coming to your Android phone sometime soon in this guide to Android 14, the latest update from Google.
iOS 17 — release date, new features and supported devices
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Here's everything we know about iOS 17 now that the software is here
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra release date, price, specs, cameras and more
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Samsung's newest flagship is here and we have the full breakdown. Here's everything you need to know about the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Galaxy S21: Should you upgrade?
By Jordan Palmer last updated
This Galaxy S23 vs. Galaxy S21 showdown will show if it’s time for you to upgrade. Two years makes a big difference in a lot of ways.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 benchmarks: How Galaxy S23 and OnePlus 11 stack up to the iPhone
By Jordan Palmer last updated
We've had time to test several Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones and we have a good idea of how it stacks up to Apple and Google.
Google Pixel Fold could blow away Galaxy Z Fold 5 on price
By Jordan Palmer published
A new rumor says that Google might undercut Samsung with the Pixel Fold.
Google Pixel 7a — these 3 new rumors excite me the most
By Jordan Palmer published
The Pixel 7a is allegedly slated for a summer 2023 launch. These are the most recent rumors that have me hyped.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which Android is best for Aussies?
By Jordan Palmer, Stephen Lambrechts published
This Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Pixel 7 Pro face-off will reveal which is the best flagship Android phone in Australia.
Google Pixel 6 Pro review
By Jordan Palmer last updated
The Pixel 6 Pro turned a page for Google
iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Which iPhone should Aussies buy in 2024?
By Jordan Palmer, Stephen Lambrechts published
Here's how the latest phone from Apple compares to the previous model in terms of specs, price, features and more.
iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Pro — which model should Aussies go for?
By Jordan Palmer, Stephen Lambrechts last updated
The differences between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro are huge, so here’s what you need to know.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 review: The fun foldable gets refined
By Jordan Palmer last updated
The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is a marked improvement over its predecessor in many ways, especially battery life. But it's not without its faults.
This is the One UI 5.1 feature you need to try on your Samsung phone
By Jordan Palmer published
One of the new One UI 5.1 features is Routines, helping you automate tasks on your Galaxy smartphone. You should definitely try it out.
Samsung Galaxy S24 could get a UFS 4.1 boost thanks to Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
By Jordan Palmer published
A new leak claims to spill the beans on the forthcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. We're a bit skeptical, but if this is true, 2024's Android phones could be powerhouses.
Best root apps for Android phones 2024
By John Corpuz, Jordan Palmer last updated
These are the best root apps for Android power users.
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