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
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 leak reveals the weight and size of this year’s foldable —and it's good news
By Tom Pritchard published
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is set to drop some weight and thickness compared to last year's model.
iOS 18 leak spurs rumors of visionOS-inspired redesign
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iOS 18 is tipped for a big redesign, and this leaked image could show us the kind of changes to expect.
Google Home confirmed to get offline mode — what it means for your smart home
By Tom Pritchard published
Offline support could come to Google Home one day, but better Matter support is needed first.
Samsung thinks generative AI can save Bixby — but I’m not convinced
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung is planning to give Bixby a generative AI upgrade, but it feels like now is the time to roll Bixby out to pasture.
Cheaper 'AirPods Lite' tipped to launch this year alongside AirPods Max 2
By Tom Pritchard last updated
AirPods Max could launch with new AirPods Lite. But whatever happened to AirPods 4?
Google Incognito mode was never private — and now Google’s being forced to delete all the data
By Tom Pritchard published
Google's Incognito mode was never as private as you may have believed, and now the company is paying the price.
27 best movies on Disney Plus to watch now (April 2024)
By Alyse Stanley last updated
We've gone through Disney Plus to pull the very best of the best from the House of Mouse. Here are the best movies on Disney Plus.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 leak claims ridiculous charging speed for a flagship
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 may skip the charging upgrade already enjoyed by the Galaxy S24 Plus.
Google could launch a Pixel 9 Pro XL — and there’s only one way it can be a success
By Tom Pritchard published
The Pixel 9 Pro XL is going to have to replace the standard Pro — and that means making the new, smaller Pixel 9 Pro cheaper.
Google Gemini Nano AI is coming to Pixel 8 — here's the new features
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel 8 catches up to Pixel 8 Pro with Gemini Nano AI features, but it's not going to be widely available just yet.
Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model Y: What’s the difference?
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Tesla's lower-priced Model 3 and Model Y share plenty of similarities and differences, so which one is right for you?
iOS 18 may not feature an Apple chatbot — but it’s not all bad news
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple may not launch its own chatbot with iOS 18, but that doesn't mean someone else may fill in.
I just tried Apple’s new ‘Reasons to Upgrade’ tool to see if it could convince me to buy an iPhone 15
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Apple's latest tactic to get you to upgrader to iPhone 15 is to explain just how much better it is. And I took the tool for a spin.
Google Photos is letting you pick a favorite contact to make it easier to share photos
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Photos is letting you choose a favorite contact, to make it easier to send them full quality images quickly.
First Apple M4 chip details leaked — major AI boost and possible launch window
By Tom Pritchard published
The first information about the Apple M4 chip is here, and it could arrive with a big AI boost in 12 months time.
Google Maps vs. Apple Maps: Which navigation app is best?
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Should you be using Google Maps or Apple Maps? Which built-in navigation app is best for getting from A to B?
Apple Pencil could be the next big accessory for Apple Vision Pro — here’s why
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro may be able to connect to Apple Pencil one day, but it's not clear when.
My phone case has a screen protector that annoys the heck out of me — but I wouldn’t ditch it
By Tom Pritchard published
When regular screen protectors fail, a phone case with a built in cover are the next best thing. But that doesn't mean they're not annoying as heck.
iPhone 16 three major upgrades just leaked — and it's all about AI
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iPhone 16 just tipped for these 3 major hardware upgrades to power its on-device AI.
Google Maps vs. Waze: Which navigation app is better?
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google Maps vs Waze isn't an easy decision, but we can help you pick one of Google's navigation apps to help you get around?
Android Auto FAQ: Everything you need to know
By Tom Pritchard last updated
This is everything you need to know about Android Auto, and how it connects your phone and car together.
Apple's magical ‘Presto' can update your new iPhone’s software in store without even opening the box — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
'Presto within Apple' is a new device that lets the Apple Store update your new iPhone without ever opening the box. Here's how it works.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE is going to need a lot more than a cheap price
By Tom Pritchard published
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE could be half the price of a Z Fold 6, but that price may come with drawbacks Samsung will need to address.