Tom Pritchard
Tom is the Tom's Guide's UK Phones Editor, tackling the latest smartphone news and vocally expressing his opinions about upcoming features or changes. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He’s usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining about how terrible his Smart TV is.
Latest articles by Tom Pritchard
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Google Drive just made it super easy to add auto-generated captions to your videos — here’s how to do it
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Drive now has an option to automatically add subtitles to your stored videos — here's how it works.
![iOS 18 logo on an iPhone 15 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NhD7YieM3pkjYFkVVUoAXj-320-80.jpg)
iOS 18 will let you video call 911 this fall — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
The companies responsible for 911 dispatch communications tech have confirmed they'll be supporting iOS 18's latest safety feature this fall.
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Having Safari browsing trouble on iPhone? You’re not alone — Apple’s Private Relay system is having problems
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's iCloud Private Relay is having some problems. So if your browsing experience is messed up, you're not the only one.
![crowdstrike red logo on a smartphone in front of a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w4o8PjEJEkEih4T2AK4Mre-320-80.jpg)
CrowdStrike issues apology for global IT outage in the form of $10 Uber Eats gift cards — which then don’t work
By Tom Pritchard published
Just remember that if you cause a global IT outage with a bad update, like CrowdStrike, the solution is fast food.
![Google Pixel Fold shown in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hFhYHJfecg6CzNgvSfAuaX-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — all the rumors so far
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Whether the next Google foldable goes by the Pixel Fold 2 or the Pixel 9 Pro, here's what we know so far about the upcoming phone based on rumors.
![Unofficial renders of the iPhone SE 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XiurTrzVS8whJ6cdfkR2te-320-80.jpg)
Apple’s first ever 5G modem could finally debut on iPhone SE 4 — and hit iPhone 17 next year
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's 5G modem could still become a reality, and it may make its way first to iPhone SE 4 and a new iPhone 17 model.
![Passwords app on iPhone next to iOS 18 logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vgMBos2PjwxzwoMKNe7dt8-320-80.jpg)
How to set up the Passwords app in iOS 18
By Tom Pritchard published
iOS 18's Passwords app is long overdue, but now that it's here here's how you can set it up and safely store your passwords.
![iOttie Easy One Touch 4 CD Slot Mount review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rT3V39Kd6bvUUw254psJxZ-320-80.jpg)
Best car phone mounts 2024
By Tom Pritchard, Oliver Haslam last updated
The best car phone mounts help turn your phone into an essential driving tool — without distracting you from the road ahead.
![Galaxy Z Fold 6 shown in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6cH9TY8tetGWSt6FZkdgyf-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 just made it harder to sideload — but there’s a workaround
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung's got a new security feature that makes sideloading a little harder on Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. But it's not impossible.
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iPhone SE 4 rumor claims it could arrive by the end of the year — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone SE 4 is set to enter mass production this October — which means a launch date can't be too far behind.
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I’m ditching streaming services for Blu-ray this year — and I’m not alone
By Tom Pritchard published
One UK retailer just reported a rise in physical media sales, and believes streaming might be partly responsible.
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Slack just unveiled 4 new widgets for the iPhone — here’s what they do
By Tom Pritchard published
Slack's got 4 new iPhone widgets for you to try, and you may find them useful — if you don't mind giving Slack more prominence on your phone.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 review.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aTfqhxfRn3FvgaqRVogFTS-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a desktop mode this year — but there’s a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
Galaxy Z Flip 6 finally has some kind of desktop mode — but it isn't DeX.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 half folded on table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iHs9Dsrj2ch2wCZc9uwYFV-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is here — everything you need to know
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Samsung's 2024 Galaxy Z Fold model features a few upgrades over previous generations. Here are all the key details.
![The Samsung Galaxy Ring in a user's hand with blue painted fingernails](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gzxQxmJUpx6CdtEMQiYrKb-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Ring will work with all Android phones — but there’s a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
The Galaxy Ring can connect to non-Samsung Android phones, but the best features don't come along for the ride.
![An alleged photo of a pink Google Pixel 9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ngjZjiFAeegHLU5LbnRekM-320-80.jpg)
Google’s emergency satellite system could officially be called Pixel Satellite SOS — and it may be free for 2 years
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel phones could steal one of iPhone 15's most important features — and without charging you for the privilege.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 review.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HCNTMHuVLxVtp7SthQy3WP-320-80.jpg)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a game-changing AI feature
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Galaxy Z Flip 6's compact design, and lower price tag, could make it the ultimate device for Interpreter Mode translation. For now, anyway.
![google pixel 9 pro fold teaser image with a white version of the foldable](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wEyF3L8kkZ9TddP9SQQrXW-320-80.jpg)
This is the Google Pixel 9 Fold
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is officially coming, and this is our first look at the phone.
![Android mascot in a triangle flexing his arms as an android 15 promo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/g5akjxPZhrgj4VJ3xEt5K5-320-80.png)
Android 15 beta 4 just landed — here’s everything that’s new
By Tom Pritchard published
The release of Android 15 beta 4 means the final release is drawing even closer — here's everything that's new.
![Samsung galaxy s24 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/u6fePYzn9N5SdDXrCp3Tyj-320-80.jpg)
Galaxy S25 could be the first Samsung phone with satellite connectivity — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung may be the next major phone company to start offering satellite connectivity — after Apple and Google.
![Google Messages logo on a smartphone screen in front of the Google branding](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EuuQ2DDp8Ph9VsWxJXbm2d-320-80.jpg)
Google Messages is about to fix one of its biggest issues — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Messages has been compressing your images over RCS, but that may be about to change.
![Gemini logo shown on a phone's screen.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GH3tPvUK5TqYp4BypcNgZF-320-80.jpg)
Gemini on Android just got a major upgrade — now you can chat without unlocking your phone
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Gemini can now answer questions when your phone is locked, and that could be a major time saver.
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This is it! Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra just hit lowest price ever for Prime Day
By Tom Pritchard published
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is now under $1,000 with this Prime Day phone deal — getting you one of the best phones for less.