
Philip Michaels
Philip Michaels is a Managing Editor at Tom's Guide. He's been covering personal technology since 1999 and was in the building when Steve Jobs showed off the iPhone for the first time. He's been evaluating smartphones since that first iPhone debuted in 2007, and he's been following phone carriers and smartphone plans since 2015. He has strong opinions about Apple, the Oakland Athletics, old movies and proper butchery techniques. Follow him at @PhilipMichaels.
Latest articles by Philip Michaels

Pixel 10 phones are launching this week — here's 5 things I'm looking for at the Made by Google event
By Philip Michaels published
Made by Google 2025 happens this Wednesday, and new Pixel phones will be the focus. These are the Pixel 10 features and rumors that have piqued my interest ahead of the new phones' launch.

Made by Google 2025 — Pixel 10, Pixel Watch 4 and what else could appear
By Philip Michaels last updated
WithGoogle's next hardware launch rapidly approaching, let's look at possible announcements for the August 20 Made by Google presentation, starting with new Pixel 10 phones.

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip 7 joins our list of the best Android phones in Australia
By Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Looking to buy a new Android phone? We're here to help you make the right choice.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge: All the rumors so far
By Philip Michaels published
Here's what we're expecting from Samsung's ultra-thin phone follow-up

Google Pixel 10 Pro rumors — everything we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
We're expecting the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL to arrive this month alongside the Pixel 10. Find out the rumored changes tipped to appear on Google's upcoming Pro models.

Right now is the worst time to buy a new iPhone — here’s why
By Philip Michaels published
If you're in the market for a new iPhone, you might want to wait for just a few more weeks to see what Apple has in store.

iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.

iPhone 17 Pro — all the rumors and leaks so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
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.

I've tried out the biggest addition to iOS 26 Maps — here's what I like and what I don't
By Philip Michaels published
The marquee addition to the iOS 26 Maps app is Visited Places, which keeps an on-device log of your locations. I've been trying it out to see if it delivers on its promise.

Forget Verizon — one of my favorite cheap carriers is bringing back family plans
By Philip Michaels published
Visible is launching an Inner Circle program on August 21 that allows you to group multiple accounts together, with discounts available for the carrier's premium unlimited data plans.

What will our phones be like in 2035? We asked Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus and more about your future
By Philip Michaels published
Get ready for multi-fold phones, 6G and a leap in AI

Motorola Razr (2025) review: Still the budget foldable phone to beat
By Philip Michaels published
Foldable phones don't have to be out of reach

iPhone Flip — all the iPhone Fold rumors so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
Rumors about the iPhone Flip are bringing some details about a folding iPhone into focus. Here's a look at what we've heard so far.

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: All the rumors so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
Samsung may not be done with Galaxy S models this year. A Galaxy S25 FE is reportedly in the works for the fall — here's what the rumors say it will offer.

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Galaxy S25 Plus vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Which one should you buy?
By Philip Michaels last updated
Trying to decide which of Samsung's new phones to get? Here's how the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra compare.

I’ve been testing the iOS 26 public beta — what I like and what I don’t about the Apple Intelligence additions
By Philip Michaels published
Apple Intelligence may take a back seat to the Liquid Glass overhaul in iOS 26, but some time with the public beta reveals a few significant AI additions to the iPhone.

I’m a parent who reviews phones — here's the 5 phones I recommend for back to school
By Philip Michaels published
If your back-to-school plans include getting a new phone, here's what you should be looking for.

Apple details how the Trump tariffs impacted iPhone sales during earnings call
By Philip Michaels last updated
Apple set records for total sales and iPhone sales during its June fiscal quarter. But the ongoing uncertainty over tariffs may have affected some of those purchases.

Google Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 9: Biggest rumored upgrades
By Philip Michaels published
A Google Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 9 looks at the likely changes Google is planning for its entry-level flagship ahead of this month's Made by Google hardware event.

iOS 26 gives your iPhone's lock screen a cool 3D look with spatial scenes — here's how to do it
By Philip Michaels last updated
iOS 26 adds new elements to the iPhone's lock screen that you can take advantage of when you customize the look of your iPhone.

I tried Hold Assist in iOS 26, and it solves one of the most annoying things about phone calls — here's how it works
By Philip Michaels published
Hold music, begone — a new Hold Assist feature in iOS 26 does the waiting for you when you're put on hold. Here's what you need to know about this feature.

Google Pixel 10 vs. Samsung Galaxy S25: Battle of the Android phones takes shape
By Philip Michaels published
Google is holding a hardware event in August where it should show off its new phones. Here's how the upcoming Google Pixel 10 could compare to the Galaxy S25.

iOS 26 guide: All the new features for your iPhone and how to use them
By Philip Michaels published
iOS 26 is now available as a public beta. Use this guide to find your way all the changes Apple is bringing to the iPhone.
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