Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Galaxy S25 Plus vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Which one should you buy?
Trying to decide which of Samsung's new phones to get? Here's how the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra compare.
The iPhone 17 Pro sounds like it will be the iPhone to get this year — here’s why
Apple's Pro model is set to improve in two key areas
I love these new features in the iOS 26 Phone app — but there's one big flaw Apple needs to fix
The Phone app in iOS 26 gains some impressive features like call screening and Hold Assist. But the interface needs some work ahead of the full release.
Google Pixel 10 — 5 reasons to buy (and 2 reasons to skip)
Here's why you might want to make the Pixel 10 your next phone, along with a few reasons to hold off on Google's latest device.
Pixel 10 Event LIVE — Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 4 and all the Made by Google news
Google showed off its newest phones and smartwatches at Made by Google on August 20. Here's what you need to know about the Pixel 10 phones, Pixel Watch 4 and Pixel Buds 2a.
Best Mint Mobile plans 2025
The best Mint Mobile plans feature some of the cheapest prices right now — here's how to save on your monthly wireless phone service.
iOS 26 lets you change the background in Messages — here's how to do it
Liven up your conversations in iOS 26 Messages by adding a custom background of your choosing. We'll walk you through the steps.
Google Pixel 10 Pro rumors — everything we know so far
We're expecting the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL to arrive this month alongside the Pixel 10. Find out the rumored changes tipped to appear on Google's upcoming Pro models.
Made by Google 2025 — Pixel 10, Pixel Watch 4 and what else could appear
WithGoogle's next hardware launch taking place this week, let's look at possible announcements for the August 20 Made by Google presentation, starting with new Pixel 10 phones.
I ran into a frustrating iOS 26 beta bug — and it has me worried about the accuracy of my fitness data
The bug is fixed, but my confidence is shaky
Pixel 10 phones are launching this week — here's 5 things I'm looking for at the Made by Google event
Made by Google 2025 happens this Wednesday, and new Pixel phones will be the focus. These are the Pixel 10 features and rumors that have piqued my interest ahead of the new phones' launch.
Right now is the worst time to buy a new iPhone — here’s why
If you're in the market for a new iPhone, you might want to wait for just a few more weeks to see what Apple has in store.
I've tried out the biggest addition to iOS 26 Maps — here's what I like and what I don't
The marquee addition to the iOS 26 Maps app is Visited Places, which keeps an on-device log of your locations. I've been trying it out to see if it delivers on its promise.
Forget Verizon — one of my favorite cheap carriers is bringing back family plans
Visible is launching an Inner Circle program on August 21 that allows you to group multiple accounts together, with discounts available for the carrier's premium unlimited data plans.
What will our phones be like in 2035? We asked Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus and more about your future
Get ready for multi-fold phones, 6G and a leap in AI
Motorola Razr (2025) review: Still the budget foldable phone to beat
Foldable phones don't have to be out of reach
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: All the rumors so far
Samsung may not be done with Galaxy S models this year. A Galaxy S25 FE is reportedly in the works for the fall — here's what the rumors say it will offer.
I’ve been testing the iOS 26 public beta — what I like and what I don’t about the Apple Intelligence additions
Apple Intelligence may take a back seat to the Liquid Glass overhaul in iOS 26, but some time with the public beta reveals a few significant AI additions to the iPhone.
I’m a parent who reviews phones — here's the 5 phones I recommend for back to school
If your back-to-school plans include getting a new phone, here's what you should be looking for.
Apple details how the Trump tariffs impacted iPhone sales during earnings call
Apple set records for total sales and iPhone sales during its June fiscal quarter. But the ongoing uncertainty over tariffs may have affected some of those purchases.
iOS 26 gives your iPhone's lock screen a cool 3D look with spatial scenes — here's how to do it
iOS 26 adds new elements to the iPhone's lock screen that you can take advantage of when you customize the look of your iPhone.
Best AT&T phone plans in 2025: What's right for you?
Looking for a monthly data plan at AT&T? Here's what you can expect to pay whether you're signing up for one of AT&T's best data plans for families or individuals.
I tried Hold Assist in iOS 26, and it solves one of the most annoying things about phone calls — here's how it works
Hold music, begone — a new Hold Assist feature in iOS 26 does the waiting for you when you're put on hold. Here's what you need to know about this feature.
