
Philip Michaels
Philip Michaels is a Managing Editor at Tom's Guide. He's been covering personal technology since 1999 and was in the building when Steve Jobs showed off the iPhone for the first time. He's been evaluating smartphones since that first iPhone debuted in 2007, and he's been following phone carriers and smartphone plans since 2015. He has strong opinions about Apple, the Oakland Athletics, old movies and proper butchery techniques. Follow him at @PhilipMichaels.
Latest articles by Philip Michaels

Best Android apps in 2025
By Philip Michaels, John Velasco last updated
There are plenty of apps in the Google Play store, but we tracked down the best Android apps that deserve a place on your smartphone.

iOS 19 — all the biggest rumors so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
iOS 19 could usher in some of the biggest changes to the iPhone in more than a decade. Here's what we've heard so far.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge rumored release date, price, specs and latest news
By Philip Michaels last updated
Samsung teased us with a video of the Galaxy S25 Edge, which looks to be a thin version of its just-introduced flagship. But what else can we expect from this new device? And when will it arrive?

iPhone 17 Pro — all the rumors and leaks so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
Here's the latest on rumored features on the iPhone 17 Pro, including potential changes by Apple and what you might pay for the phone due to the Trump tariffs.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch is looming — these are the 5 biggest rumors about Samsung's thin phone
By Philip Michaels published
If rumors are accurate, the Galaxy S25 Edge could launch in two weeks. It's time to start familiarizing yourself with the rumored features coming to this ultrathin Samsung device.

Tech CEOs think I'm going to trade my phone for smart glasses — here's why they're wrong
By Philip Michaels published
Everyone from Mark Zuckerberg to Tim Cook thinks smart glasses will be the next big thing. But I'll need some convincing before I turn to glasses instead of a smartphone.

I gave Memory Movies another try 6 months after Apple Intelligence arrived — here’s what I’ve found
By Philip Michaels published
Memory Movies was among the first Apple Intelligence tools to land on your iPhone. Six months after first testing it, I wanted to see if the AI-powered movie creator has improved any.

The iPhone 17 Air and Galaxy S25 Edge feel like the next foldable phones
By Philip Michaels last updated
Foldable phones have yet to provide a compelling reason to exist. The iPhone 17 Air and Galaxy S25 Edge need to avoid the same fate.

We've tested the best Android phones available right now from Samsung, Google, OnePlus and more
By Philip Michaels last updated
Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.

Best phones 2025 tested — April top picks
By Philip Michaels last updated
These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.

Best phone battery life in 2025: The longest lasting smartphones
By Philip Michaels last updated
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.

iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.

Best family cell phone plan in 2025
By Philip Michaels last updated
Looking for the best family cell phone plan? We can help you find a smartphone plan that brings unlimited data to multiple people without breaking the bank.

T-Mobile offers new 5-year price lock plans — but it's dropped my favorite family plan option
By Philip Michaels published
T-Mobile's new Experience More and Experience Beyond lock in your price for five years and offer satellite connectivity. But a lower-price option for families is no more.

How to recycle electronics and old tech — tips for properly disposing used phones, TVs, and computers
By Kate Kozuch, Jason England, Philip Michaels, Michael Desjardin published
When it comes time to get rid of your used electronics, here's what to know about how to recycle them properly.

iPhone 17e rumor has me scratching my head — here's why
By Philip Michaels published
A leaker claims that Apple is developing an iPhone 17e for a May 2026 release. Here's why that doesn't make a lot of sense to me.

iOS 18.5 makes it easier to customize your inbox — here’s what you can do
By Philip Michaels published
In iOS 18.5, it's easier to hide contact photos from people who send you messages in Mail. We'll also show you how to turn off the Group by Sender feature.

The Trump administration wants Apple to build iPhones in the U.S. — here's why that will be hard to pull off
By Philip Michaels published
Trump administration officials are talking about the prospect of bringing tech manufacturing from overseas to the U.S. The iPhone is a good example of why that would be hard to pull off.

Apple brings recipes to News Plus in iOS 18.4 — here's what one foodie thinks
By Philip Michaels published
The iOS 18.4 update brings a new Food section to Apple News Plus that includes recipes among other features. I've explored this addition to see if it makes an Apple News Plus subscription worthwhile.

Tim Cook is reportedly focused on Apple Glasses — and that could be bad news for the iPhone
By Philip Michaels published
A report claims that Tim Cook's focus is on developing AR glasses. But there's plenty of iPhone improvements that require attention, too.

iPhone Flip — all the iPhone Fold rumors so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
Rumors about the iPhone Flip are bringing some details about a folding iPhone into focus. Here's a look at what we've heard so far.

Apple Maps is my go-to choice for directions — here's how Apple Intelligence could make it even better
By Philip Michaels published
I turn to Apple Maps on my iPhone when I need to get from one place to another. And I'd like to see Apple Intelligence make those turn-by-turn directions even smarter.

The best cheap cell phone plans 2025
By Philip Michaels last updated
Want to keep your monthly wireless bill under $40? We've found the best cheap cell phone plans from several different carriers that help you save.
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