Philip Michaels
Philip Michaels was 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.
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Apple is now pushing holdouts to upgrade to iOS 26. And the company is right to do so.

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The Moto G (2026) doesn't cost that much and gives you long battery life in return. But does the phone's value outweigh what you have to give up to get such a low-cost device?

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Less mailing list chaos right now

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You can already make your camera flash to alert you to notifications on the iPhone. But iOS 26.2 expands that feature. Here's how I use it to never miss an incoming alert.

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Don't expect an overhaul of the cameras on any Samsung Galaxy S26 model. But we could see some changes that impact the top camera phones from Samsung.

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Samsung's revealed some of the specs for its Galaxy Z TriFold phone coming to the U.S. next year. But some big questions remain about this triple-folding device.

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Having a chance to charge Qi2-compatible phones has made me appreciate the convenience of this feature. And I notice when phones like the Galaxy S25 series don't fully support it.

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Among the changes in iOS 26.2 is an update to the Reminders app that lets you mark to-dos as urgent. That way, you'll be sure never to miss a reminder again.

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A lot of Black Friday phone deals are aimed at getting you to switch your wireless service to a new carrier. Here's why you should take carriers up on that offer.

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Prices on the current Galaxy S25 models are falling for Black Friday. Is it better to take advantage of those deals now or should you hold out for the improved Galaxy S26?

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If price is your biggest concern, these are the cheapest options out there

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Nothing takes you out of a game like an incoming notification. Here's how I've set up my phone for distraction-free gaming with two built-in iOS tools.

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Mint Mobile has cut its best rate on unlimited data in half, making it a good option for switchers who want to lock in a lower wireless cost for the next year.

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Here's how zoom shots captured by the iPhone 17 compare to what the dedicated telephoto lens on the Pixel 10 Pro shoots.

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OnePlus flagship models impress, but the phone maker's R series devices deliver top value. Here's hoping that continues with a OnePlus 15R model.

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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.

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From adding flare to certain texts to sending cash to pay back friends, these are the iOS Messages I turn to all the time.

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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.

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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.

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Here's what we're expecting from Samsung's ultra-thin phone follow-up

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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.

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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.

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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.
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