Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: Biggest expected changes
A Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6 comparison looks at potential changes to Samsung's top foldable, led by a thinner design, better camera and new AI features.
T-Satellite with Starlink is launching next month — what you need to know about T-Mobile's satellite-to-mobile service
T-Satellite launches on July 23. Here's who is eligible to receive the service and what you'll be able to send via satellite.
iOS 26 is going to put your passport on your iPhone — everything we know so far about Apple's Digital IDs
In iOS 26, you'll be able to use a U.S. passport to create a Digital ID this fall. Here's what that will allow you to do.
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro: How big will the gap be this year for new iPhones?
Apple typically saves its premium features for the Pro models of its iPhone lineup. Will an iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17 Pro comparison reveal those kinds of differences this fall?
Should you get a Trump phone? Here's why the Trump Mobile T1 device should scare you off
Donald Trump's family business is launching a smart phone with wireless coverage. But no matter your politics, there's plenty of reasons to give this phone a wide berth.
I've never been tempted to get a foldable phone — here's how Samsung could change that with the Galaxy Z Fold 7
I've seen foldable phones come and go for more than half-a-decade, but I've never been interested in getting one. Can Samsung change that with upcoming releases like the Galaxy Z Fold 7?
My favorite midrange phone is now available for the same low price that made me fall in love with it
The OnePlus 13R has a lot going for it, but its starting price is $100 more than its predecessor. A deal at Best Buy gets rid of that price hike and throws in a $100 gift card as a bonus.
iOS 26 — do you need to upgrade your iPhone this fall?
A few iOS 26 features require an Apple Intelligence-capable device. Should that make you trade in your older iPhone for a new model this fall?
Apple just announced 5 big upgrades to protect your kids online — here's what's coming
Apple will bring extended controls to Child Accounts through all its software updates this fall, with an eye toward fine-tuning controls over age-appropriate apps.
I can't wait to use this iOS 26 feature that helps me remember new discoveries — here's how it works
Maps gains a new Visited Places feature as part of iOS 26, and it figures to be a great way to remember all the new discoveries you make in your travels.
Trump Mobile launching with gold T1 phone and unlimited data — here's how they stack up
The Trump Organization is launching a mobile phone with an unlimited data plan. Here's what you need to know about both.
iOS 26 Messages: 7 biggest changes you need to know
The Messages app isn't just getting a new look in iOS 26 — it's also picking up some new features. Here's what's changing from group chats to new capabilities.
I just broke my iPhone — here’s what I learned about the durability of today’s phones
Today's phones can take a beating, but they're not indestructible. I learned that first hand when the iPhone I've been using for the last few years took its final fall.
iOS 26 Games: What to expect from Apple's first dedicated gaming app
iOS 26 includes a new app — Games — that puts all your iOS gaming needs in one place. Here's what to expect when you try the app for yourself.
Samsung keeps hyping the Galaxy Z Fold 7 — here's why that could backfire
Ahead of a likely July reveal, Samsung is trumpeting its upcoming foldable phones. But it's also raising expectations for what the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 can deliver.
WWDC 2025 Live: iOS 26, Liquid Glass and all the biggest Apple event announcements
As expected, Apple previewed out new software updates that deliver a new interface along with other features for all of its platforms. Here's what's coming later this year.
7 iOS 26 features I can't wait to try on my iPhone
There's a lot of changes coming to iOS 26, but some stand out from the rest of the crowd. Here are the ones I'll be putting to the test when I install the iPhone software update.
HP unveils its 65-inch Google Beam display — here's how much the 3D video conference setup costs
HP unveiled the HP Dimension with Google Beam, a video conferencing display that takes advantage of Google's 3D technology for more personal conversations.
Apple WWDC 2025 — everything to expect and latest news
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference gets underway June 9, and there's a lot of potential announcements likely to come out of the events. These are the six WWDC 2025 rumors I'm keeping track of.
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.
