Jordan Palmer
Jordan is the Phones Editor for Tom's Guide, covering all things phone-related. From a fascination with Android through to pouring over the latest iPhones, as well as poking fun at the near-pointlessness of gaming phones, Jordan has been writing about phones for more than six years. And he plans to keep doing this for at least another half dozen years again.
From his time at Tom’s Guide so far, Jordan has reviewed the likes of the iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Google Pixel 6 Pro. But he’s not just a flagship phone fan, having turned his hand to the likes of the Asus Zenphone 9 and getting to grips with the Nothing Phone (1), the first phone from Carl Pei’s Nothing brand.
Jordan is also keen on exploring some of the more intriguing areas of tech, such as de-Googling Android or taking an old MacBook Pro and turning it into a Chromebook; yes really. And he’s also a dab hand at putting mini-PCs to the test, as seen in this Geekom MiniAir 11 review.
Outside the world of Tom’s Guide, Jordan loves nothing more than relaxing in his home with a book, game, or his latest personal writing project. He likes finding new things to dive into, from books and games to new mechanical keyboard switches and fun keycap sets. And you can also find him poring over open-source software and his studies.
Latest articles by Jordan Palmer
Nintendo Switch five years later: What we love and hate
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The Nintendo Switch has delighted, and frustrated, gamers for five whole years. The Tom’s Guide staff discusses what we love about the handheld hybrid, and what still needs work.
iPhone 14 leaker just tipped a ton of details — colors, always-on display and more
By Jordan Palmer last updated
A new rumor reveals all of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro colors, plus some other details.
Nothing Phone (1) review: A brave and flashy start
By Jordan Palmer published
The Nothing Phone (1) is decidedly mid-range, but that’s just fine
How to connect USB storage devices to your Android phone
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Your Android phone can read USB flash drives and even full-size SD Cards with the right tools and tips. Here's a step by step guide.
I just turned an old MacBook Pro into a Chromebook — here's how I did it
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Thanks to ChromeOS Flex, I was able to turn a 2012 MacBook Pro into a Chromebook. It works surprisingly well.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 fixes the one thing I hated about Samsung’s foldables
By Richard Priday published
One of the Galaxy Z Fold 4's most important changes is its enhanced cameras, which helps justify that huge price tag when comparing it to normal smartphones.
Oppo Find N review (hands on): Finally, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 has competition
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Not yet ratedThe Find N easily goes head-to-head with Samsung’s foldable
Samsung Unpacked biggest announcements: Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5 and more
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Our Samsung Unpacked recap has all the biggest news in one place for the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Buds Pro 2.
I tried completely de-Googled Android — here's what happened
By Jordan Palmer published
Since my last attempt at Google-less Android, /e/OS hit v1 and I discovered GrapheneOS. So I put the latter on a Pixel 5 and the former on a Pixel 4a and gave them a shot.
Geekom MiniAir 11 review: The ideal budget mini PC
By Jordan Palmer published
Need a desktop, but you’re on a tight budget? Then check out the Geekom MiniAir 11, a Celeron-powered mini PC that takes up very little space, but still features user-upgradeable RAM and storage.
Vertagear PL1000 review
By Jordan Palmer published
The Vertagear PL1000 is an excellent entry-level gaming chair
iOS 16 beta 4 is out — all the new features for your iPhone
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Apple released iOS 16 beta 4, introducing several enhancements to Messages, Mail, Home, lock screen notifications, CarPlay and more.
I’ve been playing Scarlet Nexus — and it’s refreshingly straightforward
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Scarlet Nexus is a JRPG, but not one bogged down by boring combat or a needlessly convoluted story. This is a breath of fresh air.
Google Pixel 6a beats the Nothing Phone (1) in every way — except one
By Jordan Palmer published
For your £399, you can pick between the Pixel 6a and Nothing Phone (1). Both are great, but the Pixel beats Nothing in every way except battery life.
Android 13 just tipped for September release date
By Jordan Palmer published
Google's latest security bulletin hints at a later-than-expected Android 13 release
The Zenfone 9 is my favorite phone of the year so far — here's why
By Jordan Palmer published
I love this small phone
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 — here's 5 things Samsung needs to fix
By Jordan Palmer published
If I'm going to recommend either the Galaxy Z Fold 4 or Galaxy Z Flip 4, both phones need to get these things right.
Razer Kishi V2 review: Making the best even better
By Jordan Palmer last updated
The Razer Kishi V2 has several key improvements over its predecessor
Asus Zenfone 9 review: One of the best small phones ever
By Jordan Palmer published
The Zenfone 9 may be small, but it packs a serious punch
This is the Samsung Galaxy S22 in Bora Purple
By Jordan Palmer published
Samsung just announced a new lavender colorway for the Galaxy S22 that looks a lot like the rumored purple iPhone 14 Pro.
5 iPhone apps I can't live without
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Apps are a key part of how we use our smartphones. These are my top five that I use everyday.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 price — how cheap will Samsung go this year?
By Jordan Palmer published
Rumors suggest that Samsung will drop the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 4. That would be great, since the $1,799 for a phone is ludicrous. But how low could Samsung go?
iPhone 14 Pro could get under-display Face ID and trade notch for punch hole
By Jordan Palmer last updated
A reliable leaker claims that the iPhone 14 Pro will have under-display Face ID and a hole-punch cutout for the front camera.