Mark Spoonauer
Mark Spoonauer is the global editor in chief of Tom's Guide and has covered technology for over 20 years. He oversees the direction of Tom's Guide and leads a team of over 25 journalists to bring you our expert buying guides, reviews, news, how-to articles, deals and other coverage.
Mark has a passion for covering all things mobile, having reviewed dozens of smartphones and other gadgets. He enjoys testing the top mobile devices and putting them up against each other in our in-depth face-offs. He also works hand in hand with our editors and testing team to continually improve how we evaluate products.
Having led Tom's Guide since 2013, Mark has focused on growing the core tech coverage of the site while also expanding into new areas, such as entertainment, fitness and home, recruiting talented writers and editors to help our readers figure out what to buy and how to get the most out of the products and services they use every day.
Mark has spoken at key industry events and appears regularly on TV to discuss the latest trends, including Cheddar, Fox 5, Fox Business and other outlets. Mark was previously editor in chief of Laptop Mag, and his work has appeared in Wired, Popular Science and Inc. Follow him on Twitter at @mspoonauer.
Latest articles by Mark Spoonauer
Asus denies Zenfone 10 being discontinued — here's what we know
By Alan Martin last updated
The Asus Zenfone will continue despite a report to the contrary. Here's what the company has to say.
iPhone 15 Pro Max — 5 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 15 Pro Max should be the most formidable Apple flagship in years, but will it be right for you? Here's the reasons to buy and skip the new iPhone based on the rumors and leaks.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra leaker tips 2 big upgrades to fight iPhone 15 Pro Max
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
A series of new Galaxy S24 Ultra leaks from Ice Universe claim that the phone is getting a new 50MP 3x telephoto zoom camera with a bigger sensor along with a display upgrade.
iPhone 15 Pro — 7 rumored features that will actually tempt you to upgrade
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro has lots of rumored changes from the iPhone 14 Pro, but these are the upgrades that matter.
I interviewed the Google Pixel Fold product manager about how it stands out vs. Samsung, those bezels and much more
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
I interview Google Pixel product manager George Hwang about the Google Pixel Fold's unique design, how it stands out compared to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold and the size of the bezels.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Google Pixel Fold: What's the best foldable phone?
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Google Pixel Fold are both excellent foldable phones, but they are very different. We test them head to head to help you decide which one to buy.
iPhone 15 release — Apple event just tipped for September 13
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 15 September 13 according to a new report. Here's all the details.
iPhone 15 Pro looks like the biggest leap since iPhone X — here’s why
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro series is tipped to get even smaller bezels, which is close to Apple's dream of a full-screen iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 looks great — but there's 3 reasons you should skip it
By Elliot Mulley-Goodbarne last updated
Samsung have launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 at Unpacked but you might want to hold off buying one until you read this.
I just took the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Google Pixel Fold outside — and it's not close
By Mark Spoonauer published
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 blows away the Pixel Fold's display brightness
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 4: Biggest upgrades
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Our Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Galaxy Z Fold 4 comparison will show you everything that's new and what's not.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 sounds meh — but this rumor has changed my mind
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5's specs aren't supposed to change much, but a rumored thinner and lighter design for Samsung's foldable phone is a big deal.
Forget iPhone 15 — this new iPhone Vision concept is simply stunning
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
A new iPhone Vision concept shows what Apple could do to future iPhone designs with a small rear display, M2 and R1 chips and a waterfall display.
Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 — can Samsung convince you to buy a foldable phone?
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Here's what three top analysts say
25 best Prime Day deals under $50 — Fire TV Stick, Ring doorbell, Bluetooth speakers and more
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
There's plenty of great Prime Day deals under $50, including the Fire TV Stick 4K
I've been covering Apple for 20 years — and these are the best Prime Day Apple deals
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Apple deals this Prime Day are among the best ever with steep discounts for MacBooks, AirPods and more.
Hurry! Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra just crashed to lowest price ever for Prime Day
By Mark Spoonauer published
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the best phone we've tested this year, and an Amazon Prime Day deal has dropped the price to its lowest ever.
Massive Samsung leak reveals images for Galaxy Z Fold 5, Flip 5 and Galaxy Tab S9
By Mark Spoonauer published
A new set of leaks shows renders for several devices expected at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, including the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Tab S9 series.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: 7 biggest rumors you need to know
By Mark Spoonauer published
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 rumors point to modest upgrades, but you should expect a lighter design, less of a crease, improved cameras and more. Here’s the biggest 7 leaks so far.
Apple Vision Pro — new report says 20 million users in 5 years
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
A new report from Canalys says the Apple Vision Pro could have an installed base of 20 million users in five years.
Tom’s Guide Hero Awards 2023: The best innovations, brands and products of the year
By Kate Kozuch published
Recognizing the best-of-the-best of this year
iOS 17 — it looks like the iPhone 15 will miss this feature
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
iOS 17 still doesn't offer live transcriptions in the Voice Memos app, which Google Pixel phones have had for years with the Google Recorder app.
Google Pixel Fold just beat Samsung for best foldable phone
By Mark Spoonauer published
The Google Pixel Fold may be Google's first attempt at a foldable phone, but it beats Samsung's best in some big ways.
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