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
![Google Pixel 8a vs Google Pixel 7 pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fH59Tpo8RfLSztBc5mCuWR-320-80.jpg)
I took over 200 photos with Pixel 8a and Pixel 6 Pro — here's the winner
By Tom Pritchard published
In this photo shootout, I took over 200 photos with the Pixel 8a and the Pixel 6 Pro to figure out which has the better camera. Is it the sub-$500 mid-range phone or the $900 former flagship?
![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy S23 Ultra in hand showing cameras](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xg7UQ4sMib6GRyPh5qQaSg-320-80.jpg)
Samsung phones won’t be getting this new Android feature — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Instant Hostpot is coming to most Android phones, but Samsung users will be missing out.
![iPhone 15 Pro shown in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4qzZj388Xo2QE5NY5gygYk-320-80.jpg)
Excited for Apple's AI features? You’ll need this iPhone to make the most of them
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple's push for on-device AI may mean a bunch of features aren't available on older iPhones.
![7 new features coming to Android this year](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oGnPXXRYbZN32eaqf9VXqi-320-80.png)
7 new features are coming to your Android phone — and they sound very useful
By Tom Pritchard published
These 7 new Android features are coming your phone, and are designed to improve you day-to-day.
![Amazon Prime logo on phone next to Grubhub logo on phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RvUmBiz7WR2gcE47dN63wP-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Prime members now get free GrubHub Plus — how to claim yours
By Tom Pritchard last updated
GrubHub Plus is a permanent perk for Prime members, offering free delivery, discounts and more.
![Google search monopoly antitrust](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wsJtYb76P322hQEj2NYYRc-320-80.jpg)
Google Search secrets potentially exposed in massive document leak — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
The mechanics of Google's Search algorithm is a closely guarded secret — some key details may have leaked online.
![Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZdVpNDz6iZ3xRSzdCi8Hq7-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Watch X just leaked — and it could blow away Apple Watch Ultra on battery life
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung's upcoming rugged wearable might not be an 'Ultra' model. Instead its name may make far less sense.
![Fingerprint reader on an Android phone.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bNxK6GPNEgU8BWTJwTXshC-320-80.jpg)
More Android phones are about to get this key security update — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Android phones could give their fingerprint sensors an ultrasonic upgrade. And that's a very big deal.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 render and Galaxy Ring](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kWdtaA2Nq2jiED2TVvoYbb-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Ring key specs just leaked — here’s what we know
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Ring are coming — and the FCC may have just spilled key details.
![iOS 18 logo on iPhone in person's lap](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KpXF6F6f4rs4WNejjKc36c-320-80.jpg)
iOS 18 report just revealed all the AI features coming to your iPhone
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iOS 18 is set to be Apple's first big push into AI, and these are the features you may get on your iPhone.
![Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra camera closeup.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wDBDpfohfqEK5hVKWUz4hQ-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy S25 tipped for much-needed camera upgrades — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could give us a much needed camera upgrade, with 50MP resolution for ultrawide and 3x telephoto lenses.
![Google Pixel 8 Pro held in hand.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZfjXbiAaKkNED6r9Pz8YMf-320-80.jpg)
Google Tensor G5 could debut on Pixel 10 — and it could be the first real Google-made chip
By Tom Pritchard published
Tensor G5 could be made by TSMC, and may debut on Google Pixel 10 next year.
![Google Pixel 8a and Google Pixel 6 Pro held together over green grass](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cTYscxSqxdQgD8Ea2mnxX9-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel 8a vs Pixel 6 Pro: Is the new phone a worthwhile upgrade?
By Tom Pritchard published
The Pixel 6 Pro has been out since 2021. Should you trade in your flagship for a Pixel 8a? Our Google Pixel 8a vs. Pixel 6 Pro face-off can tell you.
![Android 15](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cDP4TxoaL2qGYh6GwwdbzW-320-80.jpg)
Private Space is coming to Android 15 — and it’s something I’ve been waiting years for
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15 will let you hide apps from view, but it's actually offering a lot more than that — and it sounds like a win for data privacy.
![Google Maps on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2UgXEczQYFU5LCBPVsBDhZ-320-80.jpg)
Getting out of town this weekend? How to use Google Maps, Waze and Apple Maps to avoid traffic
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Don't get caught in holiday gridlock by planning ahead to find the best time to leave and avoid traffic on the road.
![Google Maps on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2UgXEczQYFU5LCBPVsBDhZ-320-80.jpg)
How to see traffic info on Google Maps
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google Maps' traffic feature is a great way to make sure you're never late again. Here's how to enable it.
![iOS 17.5 ready to download in Settings app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T8TJkdnh4qAV6iar3g3Kkk-320-80.jpg)
Apple explains why iOS 17.5 resurrected your deleted photos — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Did your old photos resurface with iOS 17.5? Apple just explained what's going on.
![Galaxy Z Fold 6 render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DkwEAtQpv5CSdvqqHhsebc-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim could launch alongside Galaxy S25 — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim may be on the way, complete with a larger screen but no S Pen support.
![Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uJF6i7WM9TNt86V2D8gHVc-320-80.jpg)
Amazon could turn Alexa into an AI chatbot — but you may need to pay for it
By Tom Pritchard published
Alexa could get become an AI chatbot in the future, but you it sounds like you'll need to pay to use it.
![Google Pay on phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ywKC4VWRMDdDhsWpyiF5mE-320-80.jpg)
Google Pay is getting 3 major upgrades to make payments easier and safer
By Tom Pritchard published
The Google Pay app may be on its way out, but Google Pay itself is getting some major upgrades offering more convenience and better security.
![Galaxy Z Fold 6 render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bRDqerbxKXNcejBecvtfzW-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 could have a brand new camera design — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 could come with a fresh new camera design. Here's what we know.
![Unofficial renders of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max from the front](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GyyTEMvaZ4Ddz2CdxWKACo-320-80.jpg)
iPhone 16 Pro Max tipped for these two camera upgrades — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16 Pro Max could come with an advanced 48MP main lens, and a new 48MP ultrawide shooter. Here's what that means for you.
![Android 15](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cDP4TxoaL2qGYh6GwwdbzW-320-80.jpg)
How to set up Private Space in Android 15 beta
By Tom Pritchard published
The Private Space feature in the Android 15 beta can keep apps hidden from prying eyes. Here's how to set up your own Private Space on your Android phone.