John’s a senior editor covering phones for Tom’s Guide. He’s no stranger in this area having covered mobile phones and gadgets since 2008 when he started his career. On top of his editor duties, he’s a seasoned videographer being in front and behind the camera producing YouTube videos. Previously, he held editor roles with PhoneArena, Android Authority, Digital Trends, and SPY. Outside of tech, he enjoys producing mini documentaries and fun social clips for small businesses, enjoying the beach life at the Jersey Shore, and recently becoming a first time homeowner.
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I put the Call Screen tools with the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL to the test to see which one is better at accepting phone calls on my behalf.

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Editor's ChoiceThe 2026 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited offers the gas savings with its hybrid powertrain, while offering an insane amount of features that rival luxury vehicles.

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I put Samsung's Photo Assist and Google's Ask Photo to the test to see which AI photo editor works well in taking my requests and delivering the most accurate result.

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In order to find out which has the better cameras, I took over 200 photos with the Galaxy S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max.

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The Pebblebee Clip 5 isn't just an ordinary key tracker with GPS like the AirTag. It's a lot like a lifeline device because it can alert people when it's triggered.

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Separated by $200, our iPhone 17e vs iPhone 17 face-off will drill down how these two phones perform against each other to uncover which one is the better phone.

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I put the Call Screen features on the Galaxy S26 and iPhone 17 to the test by leaving the same messages to see how they behave. Here's what I found.

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This zippy SUV is full of surprises

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Spotify appears to be down for some users and according to Downdetector, there's a huge spike in reported outages. Here's what we know so far.

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I stopped carrying other chargers because the Statik SmartCharge Pro replaces them all, featuring a 15,000 mAh battery, 60W wired charging speed, wireless MagSafe charging, and more.

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I tested the all-gas Hyundai Kona Limited AWD and the all-electric Hyundai Kona Electric for a week to tell you how much savings you get in the long run.

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After spending more than a week with the iPhone 17e, it's way more satisfying than last year's iPhone 16e. Here's what I really think about Apple's budget phone.

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 gains a larger display, battery, upgraded Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, and more Galaxy AI features — but it also costs $100 more.

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The Galaxy S26 just got a new software update that adds Gemini's new task automation feature to perform complex actions across third party apps.

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In my iPhone 17e vs. Pixel 10 face-off, I compare the two budget phones to understand which one has the better value based on my testing and experience.

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After using the Pixel 10 for over a week, I have a better idea of what it has to offer. Here's everything I like and don't like with this budget phone.

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I tested out the Leica LUX app over the weekend and I'm astounded by the results, thanks to its lens selection and color science.

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The Apple iPhone 17e gains new upgrades like an A19 chip, double the storage at 256GB, Ceramic Shield 2 cover, and MagSafe connectivity to make it a worthier affordable phone.

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I've reviewed the new iPhone so whatever you want me to test, I'm your guy!

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In my Pixel 10a vs Pixel 9a face-off, you'll find out all the differences between the two budget phones, including how their cameras perform against each other.

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The Porsche Taycan 4 is unlike most EVs, as it offers the best-in-class driving performance thanks to its aerodynamic design, excellent ADAS, and performance tuning.

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The Dwarflab Dwarf Mini will make you rethink how to shoot astrophotography because of its compact size, ease of use, and stunning results.

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The MagBak KeyTag packs a lot of utility by accommodating up to 6 keys, a slot for an AirTag, and a bottle opener on its side. And yes, it'll organize your keys.

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The Pixel 10a desktop mode is one of the easter eggs that most people don't know about that adds tremendous value to the phone's $499 cost. Here's why.
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