Latest articles by Philip Michaels
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.
Here's how zoom shots captured by the iPhone 17 compare to what the dedicated telephoto lens on the Pixel 10 Pro shoots.
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.
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.
From adding flare to certain texts to sending cash to pay back friends, these are the iOS Messages I turn to all the time.
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.
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.
Here's what we're expecting from Samsung's ultra-thin phone follow-up
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.
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.
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.
The Photos app on your iPhone is more than just a simple image library. These tips can help your better organize your albums, pull information out of photos and more.
In recent TV ads, AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon all claim to have the best network. They can't all be right, can they?
After tallying a September quarter record for iPhone sales, Apple is forecasting double-digit growth in the holiday quarter based on strong iPhone 17 demand.
Apple changed how you turn off alerts from timers in iOS 26 — and it's not an improvement.
Siri 2.0 won't arrive until next spring, but when it does, I hope the more intelligent iPhone assistance is able to put its knowledge about me to good use.
Two evenly matched cameras square off when the Pixel 10 Pro takes on the Galaxy S25 Plus in a 200-photo showdown. But only one can come out on top.
Each iOS update has brought more capabilities to Apple's Notes app on the iPhone. If you're looking to get more done with Notes, try these 8 tips I've picked up over the years.
ESPN Select offers a lot of live sports for a little money, but it's no replacement for the breadth of networks you get with live TV services or ESPN Unlimited.
Samsung officially launched its Galaxy XR headset. Here's what you need to know about the device — including how much it costs
Is the Galaxy S25 FE a better buy than the Galaxy S25? I took a look at the trade-offs you make for the cheaper device to highlight which phone delivers for different needs.
I use Maps all the time on my iPhone to get from one place to another. And these are the Maps features I turn to for added navigational help.
I review a lot of phones, and I've been tempted by many an Android model to turn away from the iPhone. But there's one thing about Android I just can't deal with.
