Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Best cell phone plans for seniors in 2025
Here's how the best cell phone plans for seniors compare, ranging from the cheapest to best unlimited options.
Samsung Galaxy XR launch LIVE — Samsung’s Vision Pro rival arrives
Samsung officially launched its Galaxy XR headset. Here's what you need to know about the device — including how much it costs
Do you really need a flagship phone? I compared the Galaxy S25 FE vs Galaxy S25 to find out
Is the Galaxy S25 FE a better buy than the Galaxy S25? I took a look at the trade-offs you make for the cheaper device to highlight which phone delivers for different needs.
I use Maps every day on my iPhone, and these are the 7 features I turn to again and again
I use Maps all the time on my iPhone to get from one place to another. And these are the Maps features I turn to for added navigational help.
I'd switch from iPhone to Android if it wasn't for this one thing — and it’s not iMessage
I review a lot of phones, and I've been tempted by many an Android model to turn away from the iPhone. But there's one thing about Android I just can't deal with.
iOS 26 brings live translations to phone calls — and I've got a trick for making it run smoother
A new Apple Intelligence feature in iOS 26 delivers real-time translations to phone calls, though launching the feature can be a struggle. Here's how to make things as seamless as possible.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge: All the rumors so far
Here's what we're expecting from Samsung's ultra-thin phone follow-up
The iPhone Air beats the Galaxy S25 Edge — but here’s how Samsung can change that with the Galaxy S26 Edge
The iPhone Air has some clear advantages over the Galaxy S25 Edge. But Samsung can turn the tables on Apple by picking up 5 key lessons for improving the Galaxy S26 Edge.
I hate getting texts from strangers, and this iOS 26 Messages feature lets you silence them for good
If you're tired of texts from unknown senders cluttering up the Messages app on your iPhone, iOS 26 offers a way to filter them out. Here's how to enable that feature.
Which phone display is best? I ran 5 tests on iPhone 17 vs Galaxy S25 vs Pixel 10 Pro to find out
Want to know which phone display is brightest? So did I, so I put the latest flagships from Apple, Samsung, and Google through five different tests.
I put the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 through a 7-round face-off — here's the winner
A Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 face-off pits the two leading notebook-style foldable phones against each other. And while it's a tough battle, there's one clear choice.
I rely on my iPhone’s Notes app to quickly jot down ideas, but there's one feature that drives me crazy
Auto-correct can get in the way of quick note-taking on your iPhone. But the only fix is to disable the feature entirely.
Our phones are getting smarter but our on-device transcription tools are not
It's hard to believe in the promise of on-device AI when transcription features on phones are so hit-and-miss.
I love to cook and this iOS 26 Apple Intelligence addition makes trying new recipes a snap
In iOS 26, you can now use Apple Intelligence to suggest a list of to-dos for the Reminders app. Here's how I use suggested reminders to create grocery lists from the recipes I find online.
I just upgraded to the iPhone 17 from the iPhone 12 — and these are the 5 big things I noticed
After holding on to my last iPhone for years, I've made the switch to an iPhone 17. And it's really eye-opening to see how phones have evolved since my last upgrade.
The iPhone 17 got a lot of big updates from Apple — but there's one thing missing
Despite other improvements, the iPhone 17 looks a lot like the iPhone 16 that came before it. And that's starting to become a problem.
Best cell phone plans in 2025: The best options for your monthly phone service
Looking for the best cell phone plan for your needs? We’ve rounded up the best choices for family plans, unlimited data and low-cost plans from prepaid carriers.
Need to set up a phone for an elderly parent? Here's how I handled things for my mother
My mom needed a phone to stay connected in her new assisted living apartment, but most smartphones were too complex for her. Here's how I simplified her setup so that she can still make phone calls.
Best mobile hotspots in 2025
These are the best mobile hotspots for Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile customers.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 AI features 'will be an extension of you,' Qualcomm exec says
A closer look at what Qualcomm's latest chip means for mobile AI
iPhone 17 durability put to the test — how well Apple's new phones withstand bending, scratching and dropping
We've rounded up all the iPhone 17 durability test results to see whether Apple's new phones lived up to the company's claims.
The best 5G phones in 2025
The best 5G phones deliver faster downloads, lower latency and a lot more. Here are the 5G-capable phones worth your attention.
iPhone 17 Air vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max: Here’s what you give up for a thinner phone
Trying to decide which Apple premium phone to get? Our iPhone Air vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max comparison looks at the trade-offs you make with both phones.
Messages is the iPhone’s most complete app, but iOS 26 has made it even better — here's how
Even though Messages was already a complete app, Apple still managed to make some key improvements to its texting app in iOS 26.
I've been skeptical about AI on phones — the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip coming to Android could make me a believer
The performance delivered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset for Android phones will grab a lot of attention. But don't overlook what this new silicon means for AI on your phone.
