Jordan Palmer
Jordan is the Phones Editor for Tom's Guide, covering all things phone-related. From a fascination with Android through to pouring over the latest iPhones, as well as poking fun at the near-pointlessness of gaming phones, Jordan has been writing about phones for more than six years. And he plans to keep doing this for at least another half dozen years again.
From his time at Tom’s Guide so far, Jordan has reviewed the likes of the iPhone 14 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Google Pixel 6 Pro. But he’s not just a flagship phone fan, having turned his hand to the likes of the Asus Zenphone 9 and getting to grips with the Nothing Phone (1), the first phone from Carl Pei’s Nothing brand.
Jordan is also keen on exploring some of the more intriguing areas of tech, such as de-Googling Android or taking an old MacBook Pro and turning it into a Chromebook; yes really. And he’s also a dab hand at putting mini-PCs to the test, as seen in this Geekom MiniAir 11 review.
Outside the world of Tom’s Guide, Jordan loves nothing more than relaxing in his home with a book, game, or his latest personal writing project. He likes finding new things to dive into, from books and games to new mechanical keyboard switches and fun keycap sets. And you can also find him poring over open-source software and his studies.
Latest articles by Jordan Palmer
Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Google Pixel 7: Which one is best for you?
By Jordan Palmer last updated
This Galaxy S23 vs. Pixel 7 face-off takes a look at each entry-level flagship to help you determine which one is right for you.
OnePlus 11 vs. OnePlus 10 Pro: All the major differences
By Jordan Palmer published
This OnePlus 11 vs. OnePlus 10 Pro face-off will break down the biggest upgrades to determine if the newest handset or the older model is the best option for you.
Forget the OnePlus 11T — the OnePlus 11 is the only phone you need
By Jordan Palmer published
With how good the OnePlus 11 is, I don't see the need for a OnePlus 11T nor for any T series phone in the future.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs. Galaxy S23 Plus: What should you buy?
By Jordan Palmer published
Which big screen Galaxy S23 is for you? We’ll break down all of the differences to help you make the right choice for your needs.
Samsung Galaxy S23 proves that we don’t need new flagship phones every year
By Jordan Palmer published
Between the iPhone 14 and Galaxy S23, we’ve hit a point where we no longer need new flagship phones every year.
iPhone 15 Pro just tipped for biggest RAM upgrade since iPhone 12
By Jordan Palmer published
A new report claims that Apple is planning on a RAM upgrade for the iPhone 15 series. The Pro models will allegedly get a bump to 8GB.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus review
By Jordan Palmer published
The Galaxy S23 Plus makes some welcome upgrades over its predecessor, including much better battery life, stronger camera software and a brighter display. With the new silicon, it’s a powerhouse.
OnePlus 11 vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: There's a clear winner
By Jordan Palmer last updated
This OnePlus 11 vs. Pixel 7 Pro face-off looks at both phones to see which one is the better value. Both devices put up a good fight.
The OnePlus 11 is now the best Android value — here's why
By Jordan Palmer published
With the OnePlus 11 official, it's definitely the best Android value right now. You get flagship specs for hundreds less than the competition.
The OnePlus 11's battery life is what I expect from flagship phones going forward
By Jordan Palmer published
In our OnePlus 11 review, we found the battery life to be outstanding. Now this is what I expect from smartphones going forward.
5 Galaxy S23 camera features that excite me the most
By Jordan Palmer published
Samsung announced the Galaxy S23 series earlier this week with all three models sporting some camera upgrades. Here are some of the more eye-catching additions to the cameras on the new phones.
Latest Android 13 beta reveals options for new lock screen tweaks
By Jordan Palmer published
Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 is out and while there isn't a whole lot new per se, it paves the way for new customizations and enhancements.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event: Everything to expect
By Philip Michaels last updated
Samsung's holding a launch event on February 1, with all signs pointing to the Galaxy S23 release. Here's what we know about Samsung's plans.
Samsung One UI 5.1 features just leaked — what's coming to Galaxy S23
By Jordan Palmer published
Details for Samsung's One UI 5.1 update leaked ahead of the Galaxy S23's launch. Here's what we know about the software that will power Samsung's latest phones.
Here's how the OnePlus 11 can steal Galaxy S23's thunder
By Jordan Palmer published
The battle between the OnePlus 11 and Galaxy S23 will come down to price. Can OnePlus return to its roots?
iPhone 15 looks like a lock for Wi-Fi 6E — what it means for you
By Jordan Palmer published
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that Wi-Fi 6E is a given for the iPhone 15. Here's why that's a big deal.
Apple iPhone trade-in values just dropped — see what yours is worth
By Jordan Palmer published
After lowering some trade-in value prices in November 2022, Apple has once again dropped how much it'll offer you for your old iPhone.
I bought the Beats Fit Pro — and I actually like them better than AirPods Pro 2
By Jordan Palmer published
I picked up a pair of Beats Fit Pro at the end of 2022 and I've spent the last few weeks using them constantly. They've become a huge part of my daily life.
Galaxy S23 Ultra — I still think most people don’t need the S Pen
By Jordan Palmer published
The S Pen is a hallmark feature of the Galaxy S22 Ultra, and likely will remain that way for the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Our phones editor remains skeptical that most people need it.
Samsung Galaxy S23 prices might jump by $100 or more
By Jordan Palmer published
This could be bad news for Samsung's upcoming phone
Samsung Galaxy S23 and Google Pixel 8 need to address short battery life
By Jordan Palmer last updated
With the advancements in power management and efficiency, the subpar battery life on Samsung and Google smartphones is no longer acceptable.
The iPhone’s keyboard is terrible — and it needs to be fixed now
By Jordan Palmer published
Long has the iOS keyboard irked me, especially in comparison to Android options and even third-party choices for iPhone. Apple needs to fix it.
OnePlus 11 — what can OnePlus do to beat Samsung and Google?
By Jordan Palmer published
The OnePlus 11 is official and coming to the West next month. While we wait to get our hands on it, I wondered: what can OnePlus do to beat Samsung and Google in 2023?
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