Latest articles by Philip Michaels
iPhone 17 Pro — all the rumors and leaks so far
Here's the latest on rumored features on the iPhone 17 Pro, including potential changes by Apple and what you might pay for the phone due to the Trump tariffs.
iPhone 17 colors: Here's what's rumored for this fall's new iPhones
What new colors will debut on the iPhone 17? We look at the rumors for every new model, along with how colors have changed on recent iPhone releases
iOS 26 brings big changes to your iPhone lock screen — what to expect
As part of the Liquid Glass interface changes in iOS 26, you can customize your iPhone with Spatial Scenes for wallpaper. But that's not the only lock screen change.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE tipped for Unpacked — and it could be the cheap foldable we've all been waiting for
Will we finally get a cheaper foldable from Samsung?
iOS 26 has 5 upgrades I can't wait to use — but they only work with these iPhones
Not every iOS addition will work on every iPhone — even some of the more exciting iOS 26 improvements. Here are the key upgrades I'm looking to try that are restricted to select devices.
I actually prefer budget phones to flagships — but there's one thing phone makers need to fix
Today's budget phones feature manageable trade-offs in exchange for lower-priced devices. But software support lags behind flagships in most cases — and it needs to change.
iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: Biggest expected changes
A Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6 comparison looks at potential changes to Samsung's top foldable, led by a thinner design, better camera and new AI features.
T-Satellite with Starlink is launching next month — what you need to know about T-Mobile's satellite-to-mobile service
T-Satellite launches on July 23. Here's who is eligible to receive the service and what you'll be able to send via satellite.
iOS 26 is going to put your passport on your iPhone — everything we know so far about Apple's Digital IDs
In iOS 26, you'll be able to use a U.S. passport to create a Digital ID this fall. Here's what that will allow you to do.
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro: How big will the gap be this year for new iPhones?
Apple typically saves its premium features for the Pro models of its iPhone lineup. Will an iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17 Pro comparison reveal those kinds of differences this fall?
Should you get a Trump phone? Here's why the Trump Mobile T1 device should scare you off
Donald Trump's family business is launching a smart phone with wireless coverage. But no matter your politics, there's plenty of reasons to give this phone a wide berth.
I've never been tempted to get a foldable phone — here's how Samsung could change that with the Galaxy Z Fold 7
I've seen foldable phones come and go for more than half-a-decade, but I've never been interested in getting one. Can Samsung change that with upcoming releases like the Galaxy Z Fold 7?
iOS 26 — do you need to upgrade your iPhone this fall?
A few iOS 26 features require an Apple Intelligence-capable device. Should that make you trade in your older iPhone for a new model this fall?
Apple just announced 5 big upgrades to protect your kids online — here's what's coming
Apple will bring extended controls to Child Accounts through all its software updates this fall, with an eye toward fine-tuning controls over age-appropriate apps.
I can't wait to use this iOS 26 feature that helps me remember new discoveries — here's how it works
Maps gains a new Visited Places feature as part of iOS 26, and it figures to be a great way to remember all the new discoveries you make in your travels.
Trump Mobile launching with gold T1 phone and unlimited data — here's how they stack up
The Trump Organization is launching a mobile phone with an unlimited data plan. Here's what you need to know about both.
iOS 26 Messages: 7 biggest changes you need to know
The Messages app isn't just getting a new look in iOS 26 — it's also picking up some new features. Here's what's changing from group chats to new capabilities.
I just broke my iPhone — here’s what I learned about the durability of today’s phones
Today's phones can take a beating, but they're not indestructible. I learned that first hand when the iPhone I've been using for the last few years took its final fall.
iOS 26 Games: What to expect from Apple's first dedicated gaming app
iOS 26 includes a new app — Games — that puts all your iOS gaming needs in one place. Here's what to expect when you try the app for yourself.
Samsung keeps hyping the Galaxy Z Fold 7 — here's why that could backfire
Ahead of a likely July reveal, Samsung is trumpeting its upcoming foldable phones. But it's also raising expectations for what the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 can deliver.
WWDC 2025 Live: iOS 26, Liquid Glass and all the biggest Apple event announcements
As expected, Apple previewed out new software updates that deliver a new interface along with other features for all of its platforms. Here's what's coming later this year.
7 iOS 26 features I can't wait to try on my iPhone
There's a lot of changes coming to iOS 26, but some stand out from the rest of the crowd. Here are the ones I'll be putting to the test when I install the iPhone software update.
