Philip Michaels
Philip Michaels is 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.
Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases in 2024
By Philip Michaels last updated
The iPhone 14 Pro Max isn't cheap at $1,099. The best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases can keep Apple's most expensive phone looking like new, especially if you happen to drop it.
Best cable modems in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best cable modems for your home or office so that you don't need to waste money each month renting one from your ISP.
I'm a long-time iPhone user — here are the customization features I want to see in iOS 18
By Philip Michaels published
Big changes are coming to your iPhone this year
Best Mint Mobile plans 2024
By Philip Michaels last updated
The best Mint Mobile plans feature some of the cheapest prices right now — here's how to save on your monthly wireless phone service.
Midrange phones compared: OnePlus 12R vs Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Pixel 8a vs Nothing Phone 2a
By Philip Michaels published
Looking for a phone that won't break the bank? You've come to the right place
Best mobile hotspots in 2024
By Jeffery Battersby last updated
These are the best mobile hotspots for Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile customers.
Apple vs DOJ: 5 biggest allegations in the antitrust suit
By Philip Michaels published
We've gone through the Justice Department's 86-page filing accusing Apple of anti-competitive practies — here's what stood out.
Apple sued by US government over iPhone monopoly — what you need to know
By Philip Michaels published
The U.S. Justice Department, joined by 16 states, is bringing a lawsuit against Apple that alleges the company is blocking App Store alternatives and driving up costs for consumers.
Apple product roadmap — here are the 5 upcoming products that excite me the most
By Philip Michaels published
Get ready for a lot of Apple gear between now and 2027
Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE — 3 things Samsung must get right with its cheaper foldable
By Philip Michaels published
Samsung needs to be careful when deciding what foldable features to scale back on
Best iPhone 15 Pro Max cases in 2024
By Philip Michaels last updated
Now that the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the most expensive phone Apple's ever made, you'll want to keep it safe from harm. The best iPhone 15 Pro Max cases can help.
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip to bring AI features to more affordable Android phones
By Philip Michaels last updated
Qualcomm is introducing the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a less powerful version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 that still offers on-device AI capabilities.
This iPhone 16 rumored change could fix the biggest design flaw
By Philip Michaels published
A leaked iPhone 16 CAD render shows off changes to the phone's design. And our managing editor for mobile hopes that means a better-looking camera array on the next iPhone.
Google Pixel 8a excitement is building — but this rumor could kill that
By Philip Michaels published
A website with a good track record for phone rumors claims that the Pixel 8a will cost more than its predecessor. If so, that's a bad move on Google's part.
Best GPS tracker for kids in 2024
By Philip Michaels last updated
Our pick for the best GPS tracker for kids can help pinpoint a lost child’s location, giving worried parents some peace of mind.
Meet the Galaxy A35 — the midrange phone that will go toe-to-toe with the Pixel 7a in the U.S.
By Philip Michaels published
Samsung goes in a different direction with its midrange phones
Samsung Galaxy A55 vs. Galaxy A54 — here's the biggest upgrades
By Philip Michaels published
Not a lot has changed, but the Galaxy A55 introduces some key differences from its predecessor. Here's our Samsung Galaxy A55 vs. Galaxy A54 comparison to show you what's new.
The Apple Sports app includes betting odds — here's how to make them disappear
By Philip Michaels published
Apple's Sports app packs in a lot of information, including gambling odds. If you'd prefer not to show that, we can tell you what setting to adjust to remove betting odds from the Sports app.
Upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 6 faces a real challenge this year — how will Samsung respond?
By Philip Michaels published
The competition among foldable flip phones has never been more fierce. How will Samsung respond with the Galaxy Z Flip 6?
Galaxy AI summaries — we tested the accuracy of this Galaxy S24 feature
By Philip Michaels published
AI can summarize audio recordings, web pages and notes on the Galaxy S24 phones — but can you trust it? To find out, we put this Galaxy AI capability to the test.
I used to think the iPhone Plus was useless — but I was wrong
By Philip Michaels published
Our managing editor for mobile has a confession to make — he used to think the Plus model should be dropped from Apple's iPhone lineup. Here's why he's changing his tune about the iPhone Plus.
I spent two weeks using the Apple Sports app — here’s why it’s not ready for the big leagues
By Philip Michaels published
Apple's scoreboard app stumbles off the starting line
Best T-Mobile cell phone plans in 2024
By Philip Michaels last updated
Get a great price on the best T-Mobile cell phone plans for families, seniors and prepaid options.