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
Apple’s first ever 5G modem could finally debut on iPhone SE 4 — and hit iPhone 17 next year
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's 5G modem could still become a reality, and it may make its way first to iPhone SE 4 and a new iPhone 17 model.
How to set up the Passwords app in iOS 18
By Tom Pritchard published
iOS 18's Passwords app is long overdue, but now that it's here here's how you can set it up and safely store your passwords.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 just made it harder to sideload — but there’s a workaround
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung's got a new security feature that makes sideloading a little harder on Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. But it's not impossible.
iPhone SE 4 rumor claims it could arrive by the end of the year — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone SE 4 is set to enter mass production this October — which means a launch date can't be too far behind.
I’m ditching streaming services for Blu-ray this year — and I’m not alone
By Tom Pritchard published
One UK retailer just reported a rise in physical media sales, and believes streaming might be partly responsible.
Slack just unveiled 4 new widgets for the iPhone — here’s what they do
By Tom Pritchard published
Slack's got 4 new iPhone widgets for you to try, and you may find them useful — if you don't mind giving Slack more prominence on your phone.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a desktop mode this year — but there’s a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
Galaxy Z Flip 6 finally has some kind of desktop mode — but it isn't DeX.
Samsung Galaxy Ring will work with all Android phones — but there’s a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
The Galaxy Ring can connect to non-Samsung Android phones, but the best features don't come along for the ride.
Google’s emergency satellite system could officially be called Pixel Satellite SOS — and it may be free for 2 years
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel phones could steal one of iPhone 15's most important features — and without charging you for the privilege.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a game-changing AI feature
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Galaxy Z Flip 6's compact design, and lower price tag, could make it the ultimate device for Interpreter Mode translation. For now, anyway.
This is the Google Pixel 9 Fold
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is officially coming, and this is our first look at the phone.
Android 15 beta 4 just landed — here’s everything that’s new
By Tom Pritchard published
The release of Android 15 beta 4 means the final release is drawing even closer — here's everything that's new.
Galaxy S25 could be the first Samsung phone with satellite connectivity — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung may be the next major phone company to start offering satellite connectivity — after Apple and Google.
Google Messages is about to fix one of its biggest issues — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Messages has been compressing your images over RCS, but that may be about to change.
Gemini on Android just got a major upgrade — now you can chat without unlocking your phone
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Gemini can now answer questions when your phone is locked, and that could be a major time saver.
This is it! Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra just hit lowest price ever for Prime Day
By Tom Pritchard published
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is now under $1,000 with this Prime Day phone deal — getting you one of the best phones for less.
Google Maps just got new design changes — here’s what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps is getting a new design upgrade by banishing fullscreen menus and emphasizing rounded corners.
Google Pixel 9 could steal this upgrade from iPhone 15 Pro
By Tom Pritchard published
FCC documents might have just revealed a key Pixel 9 upgrade — and it's been borrowed directly from iPhone 15 Pro.
Samsung has become far too complacent — and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 proves it
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung's getting complacent with its foldable phone releases — and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is proof of that.
Best Waze tips and tricks: 15 things to try next time you drive
By Tom Pritchard last updated
There’s a lot more to Waze than getting from place to place, so enhance your Waze experience with these 15 essential tips.
The EU will force Apple to offer alternatives to Apple Pay on iPhone — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Pay won't be the only payment option available to iPhone users in the EU for much longer.
Forget iPhone 16 Pro, the big camera upgrades could come to iPhone 17 Pro and 19 Pro
By Tom Pritchard published
A tetraprism lens could come to iPhone 16 Pro, but the real upgrades may not arrive until next year's iPhone 17 Pro.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 just launched with few hardware upgrades — but plenty of AI enhancements
By Tom Pritchard published
Here's the lowdown on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, the newest book-style foldable on the scene
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