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
iOS 18’s RCS messages aren’t encrypted — but that will change in future
By Tom Pritchard published
iOS 18 has brought RCS messaging to iPhones at last, but your messages to Android still aren't encrypted. For now.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus leaks suggest a disappointing upgrade — here’s what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus could be disappointingly similar to the Galaxy S24 Plus. Here's what we know so far.
M4 Mac mini just leaked by Apple — and it comes with 5 USB-C ports
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple may have just leaked the upcoming M4 Mac mini, and it looks like there's going to be 5 USB-C ports this time.
iOS 18 is live now — how to download and 9 features you need to try first
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Apple is rolling out iOS 18 to users of compatible iPhones from September 16. And these our the 9 new features you should try once you install it.
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max battery replacements just got a price hike — here's what you'll pay
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have more expensive battery replacements, now costing you $20 more than the iPhone 15 Pro.
Apple Watch SE 3 won’t be arriving until at least next year claims report
By Tom Pritchard published
The Apple Watch SE 3 didn't make an appearance at Glowtime, and now it may not arrive until sometime next year.
This is the feature Android should steal from iPhone 16
By Tom Pritchard published
Camera Control and Visual Intelligence are a match made in heaven. It's just a shock we haven't seen something similar on Android yet.
iOS 18 Activation Lock will make your stolen iPhone worthless to thieves — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone parts are now tied to your iPhone account, and means they'll be useless if they're sold on by thieves.
iPhone 16 battery replacements should be a lot easier — here’s why
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have had an internal redesign, and that means the battery should be easier to replace than ever.
The iPhone 16 has a new security feature not mentioned during Apple event — here’s what it does
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16's A18 chip has the same Security Exclave features as Apple M4 — here's why that matters.
iPhone 16 has a secret charging upgrade — here’s what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple forgot to tell us that iPhone 16 can hit 45W charging speeds — the same as a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro cameras — all the new upgrades explained
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are coming with a bunch of camera upgrades — and here's what they can actually do.
Best iPhone apps in 2024
By Tom Pritchard published
The Apple App Store is filled to the brim with apps, but which ones are worth downloading? Here are our picks for the best iPhone apps
Game Pass Standard officially arrives on Xbox — and it’s a bittersweet change
By Tom Pritchard published
Game Pass Standard just launched and it's gained some perks — while losing one major one.
iPhone 16 will support faster MagSafe charging at last — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's finally upgraded MagSafe charging speeds for iPhone 16 — here's everything you need to know.
iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max announced — bigger displays, prices, colors and Cinematic slow motion
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are both official, and they're packing an incredible number of hardware and software upgrades.
Apple could have another event planned for October — focussing on Macs and iPads
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple could have another hardware event plant for October — and it could focus on new Macs and iPads.
iPhone 16 Pro should cost the same as last year — and that’s great news
By Tom Pritchard published
A new iPhone 16 Pro price rumor claims that it should cost the same as the iPhone 15 Pro. Which we're all very happy about.
iPhone 16 release date just teased by new Apple Store opening
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iPhone 16 should arrive within 3 weeks, and that could tie into the launch of a brand new Apple Store in Sweden.
I took over 200 photos with the Google Pixel 9 vs Pixel 8a — here’s the winner
By Tom Pritchard published
Is the Pixel 9 worth an extra $300 over the Pixel 8a? To find out I put both phones' cameras to the test and see which one came out on top.
Apple Ring just teased in official Apple survey — here’s what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
A new survey for Apple Watch owners suggests that Apple could be considering making its very own smart ring.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE design and key specs revealed in new leak
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE regulatory listings have now revealed the phone's design and how fast it can wirelessly charge.
IFA 2024: Anker’s adorable new wireless charger is capable of charging 3 devices at the same time
By Tom Pritchard published
Anker's got a whole bunch of new Qi2 chargers at IFA 2024, but this pint-sized 3-in-1 charger is the clear star.
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