Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Samsung just teased Galaxy Fold 7 Ultra — what we know so far
Samsung just teased the Galaxy Fold Ultra, a new foldable phone coming later this year that has AI features optimized for the foldable format.
WWDC 2025 — Apple can't afford to take a 'gap year' on AI
Apple Intelligence was the focus at last year's WWDC, but Apple's AI tools reportedly won't get much attention at WWDC 2025. Here's what that means for Apple's AI efforts.
Samsung could be making a big mistake with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 — here's why I’m worried
We expect to see a new Galaxy Z Flip this summer. But a pair of rumors makes me think the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will have a hard time catching up to Motorola's latest Razr flip phones.
iOS 19's redesign had me worried — but now I think it will turn out fine
Whether Apple calls it iOS 19 or iOS 26, the next iPhone software update should introduce a massive redesign. Change can be scary, but I'm no longer fretting about what's to come.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. Galaxy S25 FE: Thin premium phone takes on cheaper alternative
Samsung just released the Galaxy S25 Edge, but it may not be done with S25 models this year. If a Galaxy S25 FE comes out later this year, here's how it could match up with the thinner S25 Edge.
iOS 19 — all the biggest rumors so far
iOS 19 — or iOS 26 if Apple changes the name — could usher in some of the biggest changes to the iPhone in more than a decade. Here's what we've heard so far.
Best phone carriers of 2025
Trying to find the best phone carrier for your wireless service? Here's how the top providers rank based on data speeds, phone selection and more.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: All the rumors so far
Samsung may not be done with Galaxy S models this year. A Galaxy S25 FE is reportedly in the works for the fall — here's what the rumors say it will offer.
I review Samsung phones for a living — and the company's Galaxy lineup is starting to look a little crowded
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Managing chores was turning into a family feud until I used Reminders on the iPhone to sort things out
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
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.
