Latest articles by Philip Michaels
iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 15: Should you upgrade?
If you've got an iPhone 15, you may be tempted to upgrade to Apple's latest flagship. Our iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 15 comparison looks at whether the changes are worth it.
Best phone battery life in 2025: The longest lasting smartphones
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.
Best phones 2025 tested — Our top picks
These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.
9 hidden iOS Messages features everyone needs to know
From adding flare to certain texts to sending cash to pay back friends, these are the iOS Messages I turn to all the time.
Like it or not, we need the Galaxy S26 Edge — and here’s why its design is more valuable than battery life
If the rumors are true and Samsung is dropping plans for a Galaxy S26 Edge, that could turn out to be a big mistake. Here's why we need another version of the ultra-thin phone.
Visible: Are the wireless carrier's low-cost unlimited plans too good to be true?
Verizon-owned Visible offers unlimited smartphone data starting at $25 a month. It's a compelling alternative to pricier wireless phone providers, thanks to Verizon's extensive network.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge: All the rumors so far
Here's what we're expecting from Samsung's ultra-thin phone follow-up
Samsung Galaxy S26 release date rumors — here's when we expect it to launch
We're used to seeing the Galaxy S flagships appear early in the year, but several reports suggest the Galaxy S26 family could arrive later than usual. Here's what we know so far.
Samsung Galaxy S26: 5 biggest rumors about the next Samsung flagship phone
Get a quick look at the biggest changes expected for Samsung's next entry-level flagship, as we review the biggest rumors surrounding the Galaxy S26.
The iPhone 17's Camera Control button has become a nuisance — here's how I turned it off
I got tired of inadvertently launching my iPhone's Camera app by accidentally pressing the Camera Control button. Here's how to disable that feature without losing all of its functionality.
7 essential Apple Photos tips for your iPhone everyone needs to know
The Photos app on your iPhone is more than just a simple image library. These tips can help your better organize your albums, pull information out of photos and more.
We've tested the best Android phones available right now from Samsung, Google, OnePlus and more
Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.
AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon duke it out in TV ads over network performance — which one is telling the truth?
In recent TV ads, AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon all claim to have the best network. They can't all be right, can they?
Apple Q4 earnings hit record high — Tim Cook says there's 'very strong demand' for latest iPhones
After tallying a September quarter record for iPhone sales, Apple is forecasting double-digit growth in the holiday quarter based on strong iPhone 17 demand.
Best Verizon phone deals for October 2025
These are the best Verizon phone deals available right now for both Android and Apple devices.
The best prepaid phone plans in 2025
The best prepaid phone plans can save you money on your monthly cell phone bill. Here are the best options we found from a variety of carriers.
iOS 26 changed one of my most frequently used iPhone features — and not for the better
Apple changed how you turn off alerts from timers in iOS 26 — and it's not an improvement.
Best key finder in 2025: AirTag vs. Tile vs. SmartTag vs. Chipolo
These are the best key finders and Bluetooth trackers for finding lost keys, wallets, phones or anything else that is easily misplaced.
Siri 2.0 is coming to the iPhone — these are the 5 things I hope a smarter Siri can do
Siri 2.0 won't arrive until next spring, but when it does, I hope the more intelligent iPhone assistance is able to put its knowledge about me to good use.
I put the Pixel 10 Pro and Galaxy S25 Plus through a 200-photo camera face-off — here’s the phone that came out on top
Two evenly matched cameras square off when the Pixel 10 Pro takes on the Galaxy S25 Plus in a 200-photo showdown. But only one can come out on top.
I use Notes to capture ideas on my iPhone — these 8 tips help me do more with the app
Each iOS update has brought more capabilities to Apple's Notes app on the iPhone. If you're looking to get more done with Notes, try these 8 tips I've picked up over the years.
Best cell phone plans for seniors in 2025
Here's how the best cell phone plans for seniors compare, ranging from the cheapest to best unlimited options.
ESPN Select review: New name, same old ESPN Plus content
ESPN Select offers a lot of live sports for a little money, but it's no replacement for the breadth of networks you get with live TV services or ESPN Unlimited.
