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
Forget the iPhone 11: Samsung Galaxy A51 5G has faster speeds and bigger screen for $200 less
By Adam Ismail published
Samsung's 2020 Galaxy A series lineup includes phones at every price range — including a 5G model for just $499.
OnePlus 8 Pro leak shows massive advantages over OnePlus 8
By Adam Ismail published
Rumored specs illustrate the differences between OnePlus first two phones of 2020, and why the OnePlus 8 Pro will likely be one of the company's most expensive smartphones ever.
New Samsung Galaxy Z Flip could get 5G — with one major catch
By Adam Ismail published
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip may get a 5G variant later this year, according to a new report.
iPhone 12 could fix the most annoying thing about Apple's phones
By Adam Ismail published
Apple needs to implement this clever Face ID feature right away.
OnePlus 8 Pro’s screen is going to beat Samsung Galaxy S20: Here’s why
By Adam Ismail published
The OnePlus 8 Pro will deliver a new standard for smartphone brightness, based on findings from DisplayMate published by PCMag.
iPhone 9 will be the most important phone of 2020 — here’s why
By Adam Ismail published
The way 2020 is shaping up, the iPhone 9 will be the most important iPhone that Apple releases this year.
Moto G Power and Moto G Stylus now on sale for $750 less than Galaxy S20
By Adam Ismail published
Motorola's new budget phones, the Moto G Stylus and Moto G Power, could have what it takes to be the year's best budget smartphones — and you can order them right now.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leak reveals big camera upgrade
By Adam Ismail published
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 will inherit the S20 Ultra's massive quad-lens camera, judging from this leak
How to use Google Duo: Everything you need to know
By Adam Ismail published
Google Duo allows you to video chat with friends on Android, iPhone and through your PC's web browser. Here's how.
This Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 design is the one we want
By Adam Ismail published
Will the third time be the charm for Samsung's foldables? If the Galaxy Fold 2 looks like these proposed renders, it very well could be.
LG G8X ThinQ Dual Screen review
By Adam Ismail published
The LG G8X ThinQ Dual Screen offers dual screens for maximum productivity and great battery life for a very reasonable price.
2020 Nissan Sentra review: A superb affordable sedan
By Adam Ismail published
The 2020 Nissan Sentra isn't the best compact sedan out there, but it is a superb value and a sharp dresser.
Nokia 7.2 Review: Beauty runs skin deep
By Adam Ismail published
HMD offers a well-built midrange smartphone in the Nokia 7.2, but middling cameras, subpar battery life and ho-hum performance have us running back to the Pixel 3a and Galaxy A50.
Samsung Galaxy S20 getting last-minute upgrade that owners will love
By Adam Ismail published
A leak suggests Samsung will give the Galaxy S20 line the option of displaying 120Hz animations at quad-HD resolution in a future update, righting one of our concerns about its forthcoming flagships.
ZTE Blade 10 Prime review
By Adam Ismail published
The ZTE Blade 10 Prime performs better than your average cheap phone, but its battery doesn't last
Motorola One Zoom review: No Pixel 3a killer, but close
By Adam Ismail published
A whole bunch of lenses, a few too many compromises.
Pixel 4 XL vs. Galaxy Note 10: Why Samsung Beats Google
By Adam Ismail published
Google’s Pixel 4 XL has phenomenal cameras and clever software features, but the Galaxy Note 10 has a handy S Pen and a stunning design. Here’s how they compare.
How to Turn On Dark Mode in iOS 13
By Adam Ismail published
Dark Mode is one of the top additions to iOS 13. Here's how to manage this new feature.
How to Customize the Galaxy Note 10’s Display Settings
By Adam Ismail published
The Galaxy Note 10 has one of the best displays of any smartphone. Here’s how you can get the most out of it.
The One Big Reason You Should Get the Galaxy Note 10 Plus Over the Note 10
By Adam Ismail published
The 6.8-inch Galaxy Note 10 Plus is bigger in every dimension compared to the standard 6.3-inch model — including when it comes to battery life.
8BitDo SN30 Pro+ vs. Switch Pro Controller: Which Switch Gamepad Is Best?
By Adam Ismail published
Looking for a cheaper alternative to Nintendo's pricey yet excellent pad? 8BitDo may have the answer.
Here's How the Snapdragon 855 Plus Will Make the Note 10 Even More Powerful
By Adam Ismail published
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Note 10 may pack a more powerful processor than we've ever seen in an Android phone before. Here's everything you need to know about the Snapdragon 855 Plus.
Nokia 4.2 Review: A Budget Phone, But No Bargain
By Adam Ismail published
The Nokia 4.2 is a very smart-looking, attractively priced budget phone — but its charming exterior conceals middling hardware.
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