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
Apple's lobbying against a right to repair bill in Oregon — despite supporting one in California
By Tom Pritchard published
We thought we were past Apple battling the right to repair movement, but it seems Cupertino can't give up the fight that easily.
Apple Vision Pro may take 4 generations to reach ‘ideal state’ — but could replace the iPad
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro is a brilliant device, but it may take 4 generations to reach a more polished form.
Google Maps needs calibrating to be more accurate — here’s how to do it
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps is only good if it knows where you are, and calibrating lets you give it a helping hand. Here's what to do.
The Google Pixel Fold 2 should skip Tensor G3 — here’s why
By Tom Pritchard published
The Google Pixel Fold 2 could gain a lot by skipping the Tensor G3 — as long as it still arrives this year.
iOS 17.4 beta just broke iPhone web apps — but only in the EU
By Tom Pritchard published
iOS 17.4 beta 2 opens up iOS to third party app stores, but it also seems to have broken the web apps feature.
Rumor claims iPhone SE 4 could have a Dynamic Island — but I have my doubts
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone SE 4 may not come with a notch after all, according to one sketchy rumor.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra and OnePlus 12 have surpassed the iPhone — here's how
By Tom Pritchard last updated
2024 could see a major boost in battery life, with the OnePlus 12 and Galaxy S24 leading the charge.
iTunes for Windows is officially splitting off into 3 separate apps
By Tom Pritchard published
iTunes for Windows is officially splitting off features into 3 new apps — which could mean the end of the road for the software.
iOS 17.4 beta — Apple wants to remind EU users that the App Store is a 'safe and trusted place' as it's forced to allow sideloading
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple may have to allow third-party app stores in the EU, but it wants you to know it thinks the App Store is still the best option.
Disney Plus will allow account sharing as long as you pay for it — just like Netflix
By Tom Pritchard published
Disney Plus may be cracking down on account sharing, but it'll still be possible if you're willing to pay extra for it.
Halo Infinite review
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Halo Infinite is a fresh new take on the franchise, and manages to bring everything together into a game that is innovative, familiar, and a lot of fun to play.
Apple Vision Pro’s first beta is here — with two major improvements
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro's first beta update is already here, and it's got a big upgrade for the Persona feature.
Disney Plus is cracking down on password sharing in the US — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Your days of sharing Disney Plus with friends is over, with anti-password sharing rules coming into force on March 14.
Apple Vision Pro durability test reveals which parts are most at risk
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro doesn't look very durable, and JerryRigEverything's durability test shows which parts are most at risk.
Samsung Galaxy S23 tipped to get these 4 AI features later this year
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy S23 and others may be getting 4 major Galaxy AI features in the coming months.
Apple Vision Pro replaces Face ID with Optic ID — here’s how it works
By Tom Pritchard published
Face ID isn't suitable for Apple Vision Pro, so Apple's introduced Optic ID instead.
Apple Vision Pro teardown reveals how complex this headset is — I’m anxious just watching it
By Tom Pritchard published
The Apple Vison Pro is an incredible machine, and that means opening it up is a perfect recipe for sweaty palms.
AI is coming to OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 — but there's a catch
By Tom Pritchard published
OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 11 are about to get some AI-infused upgrades, but they're limited to China for the time being.
Samsung Galaxy S24’s AI is impressive — but Samsung could ruin it all
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy S24's AI features could be locked behind a paywall next year — and that's a horrible idea.
Forget the temperature sensor — 5 upgrades the Pixel 9 Pro really needs
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Pixel 9 Pro is coming, and it should arrive without a gimmicky temperature sensor. Here are 5 alternative features we'd like to see instead.
Google says it’s not killing Assistant Driving Mode — but it might as well be
By Tom Pritchard published
Google isn't killing Assistant's Driving Mode feature, but it is making it voice-only from next week. Which is a terrible idea.
First foldable iPad could be on the way — but you’ll have to wait a few years
By Tom Pritchard published
The foldable iPad could arrive as early as 2026 if we're lucky, or long afterwards if we're not.
Google Maps is getting a major AI upgrade — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps is getting a generative AI upgrade, and it should help you find new places to go.