Tom Pritchard
Tom is the Tom's Guide's UK Phones Editor, tackling the latest smartphone news and vocally expressing his opinions about upcoming features or changes. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He’s usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining about how terrible his Smart TV is.
Latest articles by Tom Pritchard
Google Maps’ best accessibility feature just got an upgrade at MWC 2024
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps can already scan what's around you, and now it'll be able to tell you more about what's there.
Xiaomi Watch S3 has an ingenious design feature that other smartwatches can't beat
By Tom Pritchard published
The Xiaomi Watch S3 has an ingenious hot-swappable bezel for those times changing your strap just won't cut it.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra sounds like an ultra-impressive phone — especially in the camera department
By Tom Pritchard published
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has officially been revealed at MWC 2024, and the camera sounds incredible. Unfortunately it probably won't come to the U.S.
Google Pixel Watch 2 is getting an ingenious feature that tells time with vibrations
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel Watch 2 could get a whole new way to tell the time.
iPhone 15 owners are still having Bluetooth problems — almost 6 months after launch
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 15 owners are reporting problems with Bluetooth connections, and it's been happening since release day.
Google is changing its login page — don’t worry, you’re not being scammed
By Tom Pritchard published
Your Google login page will be changing over the next couple of weeks. So don't be alarmed when you see the difference.
Android 15 could make it harder for hackers to access your accounts — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15 could come with extra features to protect 2FA codes and other sensitive notifications.
Fubo just sued Disney, Fox and Warner Bros over its 'mega' sports streaming app
By Tom Pritchard published
Fubo has filed an antitrust lawsuit against ESPN, Fox and Warner Bros, arguing that the new 'mega' sports streaming app is another attempt to push out competitors.
Forget Apple Watch — OnePlus Watch 2 will have 100 hours of battery life
By Tom Pritchard published
OnePlus Watch 2 could have the smartwatch battery life we've been waiting for, with just over 4 days of power.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 inches closer to release — and could have a Galaxy S24 Ultra-inspired design
By Tom Pritchard published
New rumors reveal details about the design and batteries coming to Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Android 15 could make web pages load faster — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15's first developer preview could make your web pages load up a little faster by pinning WebView processes to your phone's memory.
Foldable iPhone Flip could launch in late 2026 — alongside iPhone 18
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone Flip should be coming in the next couple of years, if this latest report is accurate.
I’m excited for Qi2 wireless charging on Android for one reason — and it’s not what you think
By Tom Pritchard published
Qi2 is coming to Android phones... eventually. And that could mean a whole new era for phone accessories.
Air Canada tried to claim it wasn't responsible for its chatbot's false promises — but that didn't fly in court
By Tom Pritchard published
Air Canada has just had to pay out because its chatbot went off the rails and made up a non-existent refund policy.
iPhones may be getting RCS support because of China — not the EU
By Tom Pritchard published
China may be the one responsible for Apple finally caving and pledging to add RCS support to iPhone.
Android 15 developer preview confirms Google is now all-in on team Tensor
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15 just confirmed the Snapdragon Pixel is dead. Long live the Tensor Pixel.
Don’t expect Apple Vision Pro 2 anytime soon — here’s what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
The Apple Vision Pro 2 may not arrive for at least 18 months. Which gives you time to start saving.
How to set up Google Family Link on iPhone
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Family Link can keep tabs on your kid's Android phone from the comfort of your iPhone. Here's how to set it up.
Android 15 developer preview just launched — here’s all the new features
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15's first developer preview is now rolling out, bringing a few upgrades to this year's update to the Android operating system.
Google Search just stole one of the Pixel’s best features — and it will save you a ton of time
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Search is going to make it easier to call customer services with its own version of "Hold for Me"
Xbox Cloud Gaming isn’t getting an official iPhone app, despite Apple’s rule change
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's changed the rules on cloud gaming on iPhone, but Microsoft has no intention of changing its plans.
Apple Vision Pro users are already returning their headsets — here’s why
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro users are falling out of love with their headsets, and are returning to the Apple Store before it's too late.
Apple just pulled this movie piracy app that cracked the App Store top 10
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple just had to remove a semi-secret piracy app after it started trending on the App Store.