Jordan was a Phones Editor for Tom's Guide, covering all things phone-related. He's written about phones for over six years and plans to continue for a long while to come. He loves nothing more than relaxing in his home with a book, game, or his latest personal writing project. Jordan likes finding new things to dive into, from books and games to new mechanical keyboard switches and fun keycap sets. Outside of work, you can find him poring over open-source software and his studies.
Latest articles by Jordan Palmer

By Jordan Palmer Last updated
This OnePlus 11 vs. Pixel 7 Pro face-off looks at both phones to see which one is the better value. Both devices put up a good fight.

By Jordan Palmer Published
With the OnePlus 11 official, it's definitely the best Android value right now. You get flagship specs for hundreds less than the competition.

By Jordan Palmer Published
In our OnePlus 11 review, we found the battery life to be outstanding. Now this is what I expect from smartphones going forward.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Samsung announced the Galaxy S23 series earlier this week with all three models sporting some camera upgrades. Here are some of the more eye-catching additions to the cameras on the new phones.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 is out and while there isn't a whole lot new per se, it paves the way for new customizations and enhancements.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Details for Samsung's One UI 5.1 update leaked ahead of the Galaxy S23's launch. Here's what we know about the software that will power Samsung's latest phones.

By Jordan Palmer Published
The battle between the OnePlus 11 and Galaxy S23 will come down to price. Can OnePlus return to its roots?

By Jordan Palmer Published
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that Wi-Fi 6E is a given for the iPhone 15. Here's why that's a big deal.

By Jordan Palmer Published
After lowering some trade-in value prices in November 2022, Apple has once again dropped how much it'll offer you for your old iPhone.

By Jordan Palmer Published
I picked up a pair of Beats Fit Pro at the end of 2022 and I've spent the last few weeks using them constantly. They've become a huge part of my daily life.

By Jordan Palmer Published
The S Pen is a hallmark feature of the Galaxy S22 Ultra, and likely will remain that way for the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Our phones editor remains skeptical that most people need it.

By Jordan Palmer Published
This could be bad news for Samsung's upcoming phone

By Jordan Palmer Last updated
With the advancements in power management and efficiency, the subpar battery life on Samsung and Google smartphones is no longer acceptable.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Long has the iOS keyboard irked me, especially in comparison to Android options and even third-party choices for iPhone. Apple needs to fix it.

By Jordan Palmer Published
The OnePlus 11 is official and coming to the West next month. While we wait to get our hands on it, I wondered: what can OnePlus do to beat Samsung and Google in 2023?

By Jordan Palmer Published
Over the holidays, I discovered Asterigos: Curse of the Stars. I found this Greco-Roman Souls-like refreshing. It's also more accessible than FromSoftware's games.

By Jordan Palmer Published
New photos from the OnePlus 11 hit the internet, so we took some time to give them an in-depth analysis before the phone's launch outside of China next month.

By Jordan Palmer Published
An alleged Pixel 7a prototype leaked and it revealed a 90Hz display. This is both exciting and concerning. Does it mean Google might increase the price from the Pixel 6a's $449?

By Jordan Palmer Published
Photos of an alleged Pixel 7a prototype have leaked, giving us a potential first look at Google's upcoming budget phone.

By Jordan Palmer Published
In 2022, we got a slew of powerful mini PCs that were more than just thin clients. If you wanted an ultra small form factor computer, this was the year to grab one.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Google did a great job with the Pixel 7 Pro, offering excellent performance and top-tier photography. While not without its drawbacks, the Pixel 7 Pro is our phone editor’s favorite phone of 2022.

By Jordan Palmer Published
OnePlus has officially published images of the OnePlus 11, confirming the design and two of the colors — black and green — for this upcoming flagship phone.

By Jordan Palmer Published
Don’t snooze on Google’s upcoming budget device
Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve!

