Philip Michaels
Philip Michaels was 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.
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If you're ready to take the iOS 26 plunge, here's how to download and install the iOS 26 beta.

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Liquid Glass dominates this update, for good and for ill

By Philip Michaels Published
Apple has released all of its updated software today, September 15, including the iOS 26 update. Before you download the upgrade, here's what you can do to prepare your phone.

By Philip Michaels Published
The iPhone 17 Pro Max introduces plenty of key changes, from a new look to a different camera setup. But is it enough to justify an upgrade?

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Battery life is a key factor in deciding whether or not to upgrade your phone. Here's what we know so far about how long the iPhone 17 models might last.

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Mint Mobile offers big savings on your wireless bill if you pay for a year of service upfront. Here's what you need to know.

By Tom Pritchard, Philip Michaels, Richard Priday Last updated
The iPhone 17 launch event brought eight us new products, including phones, watches and earbuds. Find out everything you need to know about the iPhone 17, Apple Watch 11. AirPods Pro 3, and more.

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Apple's latest flagship phone could be a very compelling upgrade

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Here's the latest on rumored features on the iPhone 17 Pro, including potential changes by Apple and what we could expect on September 9.

By Philip Michaels Published
We're going to get our first official look at Apple's latest iPhones later today. Here's the biggest changes we're expecting to see in each model.

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Our Google Pixel 10 vs. Pixel 9 comparison looks at what Google changed with the entry-level model in its flagship lineup, from new cameras to updated AI capabilities.

By Philip Michaels Published
New iPhones arrive this week. But unless you're really sold on the changes Apple introduces, you may want to hold off for next year's rumored iPhone 17e release.

By Philip Michaels Published
The Galaxy S25 FE combines a compelling camera setup, solid AI features and a flagship-beating price tag to make it a Samsung phone worth considering.

By Philip Michaels Published
Apple is set to show off its new phones this week. And while a lot of iPhone 17 details have leaked out, there's still a lot we don't know heading into the launch event.

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The displays on Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 models could be very different this year, as Apple is considering a number of changes. Here's a rundown of the most exciting rumored improvements.

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Samsung wasn't done with Galaxy events. Just ahead of IFA 2025, the company held a Galaxy events where we saw new tablets and phones.

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The TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra features a 7.2-inch display with several technologies aimed at cutting down on eye strain and harsh artificial light.

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With an iPhone 17 Pro Max launch on the horizon, it's time to see what changes are likely compared to the 2-year-old iPhone 15 Pro Max.

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The Galaxy S25 FE is now available to buy. Here's what you can expect from this $649 phone and how it compares to the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup.

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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.

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Apple's Pro model is set to improve in two key areas

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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.

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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.

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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.
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