John’s a senior editor covering phones for Tom’s Guide. He’s no stranger in this area having covered mobile phones and gadgets since 2008 when he started his career. On top of his editor duties, he’s a seasoned videographer being in front and behind the camera producing YouTube videos. Previously, he held editor roles with PhoneArena, Android Authority, Digital Trends, and SPY. Outside of tech, he enjoys producing mini documentaries and fun social clips for small businesses, enjoying the beach life at the Jersey Shore, and recently becoming a first time homeowner.
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While the upcoming iPhone Duo brings new utility, the iPhone 18 Pro Max has features I've genuinely come to enjoy and use. Here's what you don't get with the Duo.

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I put the Jeep Grand Wagoneer and GMC Yukon Denali to the test for a week each to find out which full-size, three-row SUV is superior.

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Pro Controls are one of the exclusive features with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but this trick lets you easily customize the layout.

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I put the Pixel 11 Pro XL’s astrophotography mode to the test against a dedicated $3,000 OM SYSTEM OM-3 Astro setup to see what differences they have shooting the night sky.

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Call For Me is a new Gemini Intelligence feature rolling out to Pixel 11 devices enrolled in the Phone by Google Public Beta that will use Gemini to make phone calls for you.

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After testing the 2026 Toyota RAV4 and 2026 Mazda CX-5 for a week each, there's a clear choice as to which compact SUV I'd spend my own money on.

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After testing out its flagships, there's a clear winner in the iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max debate as to which one is the better phone.

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The Motorola Signature 26 has a distinctive camera array on the back, but this flagship model runs on the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset.

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These are the best iPhones for every need and budget based on our reviews.

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After spending a week each testing out the Volvo XC90 and Infiniti QX60, there's a lot that these mid-size, 3-row luxury SUVs have to offer. Here's what I found.

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We've tested all the best camera phones, and these are the ones that rise to the top.

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These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.

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I tested the Telesin Master Grip Kit with 3.5x zoom lens for nearly a month and it made me ditch my usual point and shoot camera. Here's why.

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While the iPhone 18 Pro Max's variable aperture gets all the attention, the introduction of native Pro Controls is the real upgrade I've been asking for.

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Two of the most sought out flagships are the iPhone 18 Pro Max and Galaxy S26 Ultra. We put them to the test across seven categories to find out which one comes out on top.

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I tried out the new variable aperture camera on the iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro, which lets me dial in the settings I want for a specific look.

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The 2026 Porsche Macan Turbo Electric has hefty six-figure price tag, but it deliver sports car handling and a level of refinement other luxury crossovers lack.

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While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max battery life results are in. While they beat out many Androids, the year-over-year gains could've been better.

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If you're thinking of upgrading from the iPhone 14 Pro Max to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, here are all the reasons why that should be a yes.

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Apple just launched iOS 27 and it brings welcome changes and additions to the iPhone's software experience. Here's how to download and install it.

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By adding a variable aperture to the 48MP main camera, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max give shooters new creative ways to capture and more control of the light.

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They're separated by $700, but there's way more to it than just pricing to justify an iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max winner.

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Choosing between the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max is tough, but I break it all down to tell you which one is worth buying.
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