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 Vision Pro durability test reveals which parts are most at risk
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro doesn't look very durable, and JerryRigEverything's durability test shows which parts are most at risk.
Samsung Galaxy S23 tipped to get these 4 AI features later this year
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S23 and others may be getting 4 major Galaxy AI features in the coming months.
Apple Vision Pro replaces Face ID with Optic ID — here’s how it works
By Tom Pritchard published
Face ID isn't suitable for Apple Vision Pro, so Apple's introduced Optic ID instead.
Apple Vision Pro teardown reveals how complex this headset is — I’m anxious just watching it
By Tom Pritchard published
The Apple Vison Pro is an incredible machine, and that means opening it up is a perfect recipe for sweaty palms.
AI is coming to OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 — but there's a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 are about to get some AI-infused upgrades, but they're limited to China for the time being.
Samsung Galaxy S24’s AI is impressive — but Samsung could ruin it all
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy S24's AI features could be locked behind a paywall next year — and that's a horrible idea.
Forget the temperature sensor — 5 upgrades the Pixel 9 Pro really needs
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel 9 Pro is coming, and it should arrive without a gimmicky temperature sensor. Here are 5 alternative features we'd like to see instead.
Google says it’s not killing Assistant Driving Mode — but it might as well be
By Tom Pritchard published
Google isn't killing Assistant's Driving Mode feature, but it is making it voice-only from next week. Which is a terrible idea.
First foldable iPad could be on the way — but you’ll have to wait a few years
By Tom Pritchard published
The foldable iPad could arrive as early as 2026 if we're lucky, or long afterwards if we're not.
Google Maps is getting a major AI upgrade — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps is getting a generative AI upgrade, and it should help you find new places to go.
Hulu confirms it’s cracking down on password sharing just like Netflix — here’s when it starts
By Tom Pritchard published
Hulu's password sharing crackdown is on the way, and you don't have long to fall in line.
Apple Vision Pro battery lets you remove the charging cable — and it's the mother of all Lightning connectors
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Apple Vision Pro charging cables can be removed from the battery, but it's not the kind of cable you'd expect.
Samsung Galaxy S24 release date, price, specs, colors and latest news
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is here, and here's everything you need to know about Samsung's 2024 flagship.
YouTube TV is getting a huge upgrade for sports fans — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
YouTube TV's getting some upgrades, and that means lots more choice in multiview.
Apple claims UK government wants the power to veto security updates worldwide — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple claims the UK government wants to be able to veto future software updates, and it might not just affect the UK.
Zoom for Apple Vision Pro will let callers see your digital Persona — complete with facial expressions
By Tom Pritchard published
Netflix may not be coming to Apple Vision Pro, but your boss will still be able to see you on Zoom.
Severance season 2 filming is back on — and it can’t arrive soon enough
By Tom Pritchard published
The wait for Severance season 2 has been gruelling, but it could be coming to an end.
Android Auto will use AI to summarize long messages — why that’s a bad idea
By Tom Pritchard published
Android Auto's latest AI endeavor is kind of a waste, since you don't need to absorb all your messages in real time — especially while you're driving.
Nintendo Switch 2 production gearing up for 10 million units in its first year, says rumor
By Tom Pritchard published
A new rumor claims over 10 million Nintendo Switch 2s could be built in its first year, which should make them easier to buy.
Samsung Galaxy S25 should steal this feature from iPhone 15
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S25 should be the phone that brings Dynamic Island, or something like it, to Android.
Samsung Galaxy S24 has a new Apple AirDrop rival — and that’s a huge deal
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S24 is the first phone to come with the new Quick Share feature, and it could be what Android needs to compete with AirDrop.
Apple CarPlay 2.0 confirmed for 2024 as iOS 17.4 reveals a ton of features — here's everything it can do
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple CarPlay is getting a long-awaited update this year, according to the iOS 17.4 beta.
Apple tipped to restrict sideloading on iPhone in the most Apple way possible
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's response to being force to allow sideloading could be the most Apple thing it does all year.