Adam Ismail
Adam Ismail is a staff writer at Jalopnik and previously worked on Tom's Guide covering smartphones, car tech and gaming. His love for all things mobile began with the original Motorola Droid; since then he’s owned a variety of Android and iOS-powered handsets, refusing to stay loyal to one platform. His work has also appeared on Digital Trends and GTPlanet. When he’s not fiddling with the latest devices, he’s at an indie pop show, recording a podcast or playing Sega Dreamcast.
Latest articles by Adam Ismail
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 video reveals improved design — and a killer new feature
By Adam Ismail published
A new review video from a Chinese YouTube channel has just revealed Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 2 in full, leaving nothing to imagination.
Forget the Galaxy Note 20 — Galaxy S21 Ultra will steal its best feature
By Adam Ismail published
The Galaxy Note 20 could be the very last we ever get, according to a rumor out of Korea that also claims the Galaxy S21 Ultra will feature an S Pen.
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid review
By Adam Ismail published
The new Sonata Hybrid adds serious fuel economy to one of the best midsize sedans out there. The result is a comfortable tech-laden sedan that has it all — even though the excitement can be lacking.
Best Galaxy Note 20 alternatives — five great phones that cost less
By Adam Ismail published
These five phones offer the Galaxy Note experience without the astronomical price tag.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Galaxy Note 10: What's different
By Adam Ismail published
Let's take a look at what's new in Samsung's latest Note. This Galaxy Note 20 vs. Galaxy Note 10 comparison highlights what buyers will gain (and lose).
Google Pixel 5 design just leaked — and there's bad news
By Adam Ismail published
These new Pixel 5 renders resemble more of the same, though that's hardly the worst thing in the world.
Forget Galaxy Z Fold 2: Samsung's next foldable could actually be affordable
By Adam Ismail published
Samsung is reportedly readying a foldable you can actually afford. Here's what we know.
iPhone 12 leak reveals tons of details — and it's totally ridiculous
By Adam Ismail published
An individual who claims to have been present at the recording of Apple's October special event has dropped tons of information concerning the iPhone 12 and other products on Twitter.
Forget Galaxy Note 20 — this rival could be just as powerful for half the price
By Adam Ismail published
Asus' ZenFone 7 is rumored to offer a ton of power for a low price.
Samsung Galaxy A71 5G review
By Adam Ismail published
The Samsung Galaxy A71 offers a cheaper path to 5G service if that’s important to you, but otherwise it’s only a decent $600 phone.
Samsung Galaxy S21 may skip one of iPhone 12's key camera features
By Adam Ismail published
Time has run out for time-of-flight sensors in Galaxy flagships, according to one report.
OnePlus 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus: Why OnePlus wins
By Adam Ismail published
Our OnePlus 8 Pro versus Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus comparison will help you decide which Android flagship is right for you.
Motorola Razr 2 set to arrive next month to battle Galaxy Z Fold 2
By Adam Ismail published
Let's hope the second time is the charm for the foldable Motorola Razr. The company has just sent invites to a big September event, where it sounds like we'll see the Razr 2.
Google Pixel 4a vs. iPhone SE camera face-off: Which phone wins?
By Adam Ismail published
There are currently not one, but two devices to consider if you want the best cheap camera phone. We see how the Pixel 4a and iPhone SE compare in this photography-focused face-off.
iPhone 12 faces major camera issue right before launch
By Adam Ismail published
Certain iPhone 12 models are reportedly susceptible to camera glass cracking, based on a report from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
OnePlus 8 will soon get this killer feature to battle Galaxy Note 20
By Adam Ismail published
Always-on display is finally coming to OnePlus phones, and the company has offered a sneak peek in a video.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is really a $1,000 Note 20 Lite — here's why
By Adam Ismail published
The smaller Galaxy Note 20 makes a lot of concessions to cost $300 less than the Note 20 Ultra, making it feel like an afterthought.
Google Pixel 4a vs OnePlus Nord: Which cheap Android phone should you buy?
By Adam Ismail published
The battle to decide the best midrange Android phone is hotter than ever. Here's how the Google Pixel 4a and OnePlus Nord compare.
Google Pixel 5 leak reveals massive 120Hz display to beat iPhone 12
By Adam Ismail published
Google's next flagship could be seriously big, based on this new Pixel 5 rumor.
Microsoft Surface Neo could be very far away — and that's not good
By Adam Ismail published
Microsoft has scrubbed all mention of Holiday 2020 from the Surface Neo's website, and some rumors suggest we won't see it until 2022.
Massive Apple leak reveals launch dates for iPhone 12, ARM MacBook, Apple Glass and more
By Adam Ismail published
A leaker has revealed launch dates for Apple's upcoming range of late summer and fall product releases — and it's a lot.
OnePlus Buds vs Apple AirPods: Which wireless earbuds are best?
By Adam Ismail published
OnePlus' Buds are half the price of Apple's AirPods. We find out if they're only half as good.
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