Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Best phone carriers of 2025
Trying to find the best phone carrier for your wireless service? Here's how the top providers rank based on data speeds, phone selection and more.
I didn’t take Nothing Phones seriously — now I think they’re some of the best options under $500
Forget the goofy name and the unconventional way of buying the phones — the Nothing Phone 3a and Nothing Phone 3a Pro deliver in the areas that count.
I track cell phone plans for a living — and the best unlimited data plan just dropped to $35
Visible already offered some great unlimited data plans for less than other phone carriers. But now its Visible Plus plan has dropped by $10 to cost just $35/month.
Best unlimited data plans in 2025
Lots of wireless carriers promise limitless data, but only one can have the best unlimited data plan. Here’s the plan you should sign up for to save money.
Best cell phone plans in 2025: The best options for your monthly phone service
Looking for the best cell phone plan for your needs? We’ve rounded up the best choices for family plans, unlimited data and low-cost plans from prepaid carriers.
I’ve been testing iOS 18.4 — try these 5 features first after you upgrade
iOS 18.4 is now available for anyone to download. If you're upgrading, I've got some advice on which features to check out first.
Apple's WWDC 2025 keynote will be the most important one in years — here's why
WWDC 2025 gives Apple the opportunity to reset expectations about what's coming with Siri and Apple Intelligence. It's an opportunity the company should take.
I'm a long-time iPhone owner, but I rarely use Apple Intelligence - here's why
I have the luxury of choosing which iPhone to use on a daily basis — and it's rarely one with Apple Intelligence features. The reason why gets to the heart of why Apple's AI efforts are faltering.
Google Pixel 9a just got an official release date — here's when you can buy it
Google announced the Pixel 9a earlier this month, and now it has set an official release date. Get ready for the Pixel 9a rollout to start April 10, depending on where you are in the world.
Google Pixel 9a vs. OnePlus 13R: Which budget phone is better?
At less than $500, the Google Pixel 9a figures to set the standard for value phones. But the OnePlus 13R could prove to be a more formidable challenger than you think.
iOS 18.4 brings a bunch of helpful upgrades to your iPhone — and this is my favorite
iOS 18.4 brings a number of helpful changes to your iPhone, and the added ability to pause app downloads is a good example of that.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Samsung Galaxy A56: Which sub-$500 phone should you get?
The Google Pixel 9a and Samsung Galaxy A56 both cost $499. But which phone delivers the better value? We aim to find out.
Apple WWDC 2025 date set for June 9 — iOS 19, Apple Intelligence and more expected
Apple has announced that WWDC 2025 will take place the week of June 9. And with big overhauls rumored for its software this year, there should be a lot of focus on what Apple will announce there.
I avoided Apple Maps for trip planning — but these iOS 18 features are changing my mind
It used to be a pain looking up locations in places you were planning to travel to using Apple Maps. But there's now a Search Here tool in iOS 18 that makes searching a lot easier.
I got tired of Safari revealing my web searches in iOS 18.4 — this setting fixes that
In iOS 18.4, Safari now displays a list of Recent Searches when you're using the mobile browser. But there's now a setting to turn that off.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. Galaxy S25 Plus: Everything we know so far
As more details emerge about the Galaxy S25 Edge, Samsung's upcoming thin phone sounds a lot like the Galaxy S25 Plus. Here's how the two models compare.
Google Pixel 9a launch LIVE: Everything you need to know
The Google Pixel 9a just got released, and we have all the information about specs, features and pre-order deals. Plus, we'll look at how the phone compares to other low-cost options.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 8a: All the biggest changes
With Google shipping a new phone soon, a Google Pixel 9a vs. Pixel 8a comparison can give you sense of what Google's offering and how it differs from last year's model.
Best cable modems in 2025: Say goodbye to equipment rental fees for good
These are the best cable modems for your home or office so that you don't need to waste money each month renting one from your ISP.
iPhone 17 Air — 5 biggest revelations from new in-depth report
A new report offers more insight into the iPhone 17 Air and the impact it will have on future iPhones.
iOS 18.4 adds a new way to track your spending — but I think Apple can go even further
In iOS 18.4, the Wallet app can track recurring payments you make using Apple Pay. But I'd like to see other subscriptions added to the mix.
My favorite iOS 18.4 feature is ambient music — here's how to activate it
iOS 18.4 brings an ambient music feature to the Control Center on your iPhone. Here's why you should give it a try.
Apple analysts sound alarm on Siri delay — here’s why
We're still waiting for a smarter Siri in Apple Intelligence — and that's a problem. Here's a closer look at the challenges facing Apple ahead of this year's iOS 19 update.
