
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

I review Samsung phones for a living — and the company's Galaxy lineup is starting to look a little crowded
By Philip Michaels published
Samsung may release an FE model of its Galaxy S25 phone later this year, giving it five different S25 versions. That may be a model or two too many.

Google I/O showed off AI done right — hopefully, Apple was paying attention
By Philip Michaels published
As Google made one AI announcement after another during its Google I/O developer conference this week, I couldn't help but think of Apple and how Apple Intelligence has faltered out of the gate.

We’re just weeks away from an iOS 19 preview — these are the 5 rumored changes I’m looking forward to
By Philip Michaels published
Next month's WWDC 2025 should include an iOS 19 preview. Based on the rumors that are out there, here are the possible changes that excite me the most.

Forget the iPhone 17 Air for a moment — these are the 5 most exciting rumors about the other iPhone 17 models
By Philip Michaels published
The iPhone 17 Air is grabbing all the attention, but the other likely iPhone models have some interesting rumored changes, tool

Best T-Mobile cell phone plans in 2025
By Philip Michaels last updated
Our guide to the best T-Mobile cell phone plans can help you find a great price on wireless coverage for families, seniors or anyone who needs unlimited data.

I tried out Samsung’s Project Moohan headset — Android XR won me over
By Philip Michaels published
Here's what I thought after trying out Samsung's Project Moohan VR headset for the first time.

Best Verizon phone plans for 2025: Unlimited, prepaid and more
By Philip Michaels last updated
These are the best Verizon phone plans available, whether you’re looking for an unlimited plan, prepaid or a family plan.

I just tried Google’s smart glasses built on Android XR — and Gemini is the killer feature
By Philip Michaels published
After trying out a prototype of Google's smart glasses built on Android XR, I'm convinced that the Gemini assistant will make or break this product.

Google I/O 2025 LIVE — all the details about Android XR smart glasses, AI Mode, Veo 3, Gemini, Google Beam and more
By Philip Michaels last updated
Google I/O 2025 took the wraps off Android XR, new Gemini features, AI Mode with search, and smart glasses powered by Gemini.

Project Astra is back and better than ever — how Google is using AI to make its assistant even smarter
By Philip Michaels published
Project Astra was the hit of last year's Google I/O, and it returned to the 2025 show with a demo that reveals how much smarter an AI assistant can get in a year.

Google Beam brings 3D to video chat — here's how it works
By Philip Michaels published
Project Starline has a new name — and a looming launch

The Galaxy S25 Edge shows us what the trade-off is with thinner phones — and it's not one I'd make
By Philip Michaels published
As thin as the Galaxy S25 Edge, it also has a small battery that affects its ability to last a long-time on a charge. Could the iPhone 17 Air face the same fate this fall?

Google I/O 2025 preview: Gemini AI, Android XR and everything else to expect
By Philip Michaels last updated
Google I/O 2025 gets underway this Tuesday (May 20), with a keynote to kick things off. AI figures to be the focus of the event.

Best cell phone plans for seniors in 2025
By Philip Michaels last updated
Here's how the best cell phone plans for seniors compare, ranging from the cheapest to best unlimited options.

Managing chores was turning into a family feud until I used Reminders on the iPhone to sort things out
By Philip Michaels published
If no one in your family seems to know whose turn it is to do the dishes, the Reminders app on the iPhone can eliminate confusion.

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.

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.

The iPhone 17 Air has nothing to worry about now that we've seen the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — here’s why
By Philip Michaels published
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge certainly looks like an impressive phone. But it's nothing Apple can't overcome with the rumored iPhone 17 Air this fall.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. iPhone 17 Air: How these thin phones could compare
By Philip Michaels last updated
Battle of the ultra-thin phones

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: 6 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip
By Philip Michaels published
Like any phone, the Galaxy S25 Edge has its strengths and weaknesses. Here are the biggest reasons to buy this new thin phone and why you might want to give it a pass.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge LIVE: Hands-on impressions, comparisons, specs and more
By Philip Michaels last updated
Samsung's virtual product launch is underway, as Galaxy S25 Edge has made its official debut. Follow our live blog for all the latest news about this brand new phone.

Apple is working on a 'product renaissance' for 2027 — here's the potential products I'm most excited about
By Philip Michaels published
It sounds like there's plenty in Apple's product pipeline

iPhone 17 price hikes — new report claims Apple could charge more this fall
By Philip Michaels published
Apple doesn't want to blame the tariffs

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could be the world's thinnest foldable — there's just one problem
By Philip Michaels last updated
Battery life is an important aspect of any phone. But based on rumors, Samsung seems willing to sacrifice it on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 if it means a thinner foldable phone.
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