Latest articles by Philip Michaels
The best baby monitors of 2025
These are the best baby monitors with the video quality and features you need to check in on a sleeping child.
Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 could be a lot like this foldable that already launched
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 details make the upcoming phone sound an awful lot like the Galaxy Z Special Edition that came out in South Korea last year.
Helium Mobile unveils a free monthly wireless plan — here's what you need to know
Helium Mobile is unveiling a new set of mobile plans, with the most intriguing of the bunch offering 3GB of data at no cost.
iPhone Flip: Everything we know about Apple's foldable phone plans
The iPhone Flip could be Apple's first foldable phone. Here's what we know so far.
Galaxy S25 hits stores this Friday — here's the first feature I'm going to try
The Galaxy S25 lineup introduces many features, but cross app actions powered by Galaxy AI is the one that interests me the most.
iOS 18.3 proves Apple Intelligence is far from finished
The Apple Intelligence rollout continues, even if iOS 18.3 enables AI tools by default now. And Siri updates are the big missing piece of the puzzle.
Apple's likely to release lots of iPhones this year — which one should you plan to get?
With an iPhone SE 4 launch expected in the spring and this year's iPhone 17 updates likely to happen in the fall, it's time to start thinking about which iPhone you''re going to upgrade to.
Best phone battery life in 2025: The longest lasting smartphones
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.
The best unlimited data plan just dropped 33% — but you've got to act now
Visible's best unlimited data plan normally costs $45/month, but you can get it for $30 for the next 25 months with this sign-up code.
Apple says the iPhone 16 is selling well and Apple Intelligence is a big reason why
iPhone sales may have been flat during the holiday quarter, but Apple says the iPhone 16 is performing better than the iPhone 15 did. And Apple Intelligence is apparently a big reason why.
I tested Motorola’s new budget phone and I'm surprised by what you get for less than $200
The Moto G (2025) is the latest version of Motorola's budget phone. It delivers the long-lasting battery life of previous versions while making unexpected improvements in other areas.
Visible: Are the wireless carrier's low-cost unlimited plans too good to be true?
Verizon-owned Visible offers unlimited smartphone data starting at $25 a month. It's a compelling alternative to pricier wireless phone providers, thanks to Verizon's extensive network.
Best international phone plans in 2025 — what travelers need to know
Heading overseas? Find out what your cellphone provider charges if you use your phone
I left my OnePlus 13R alone for a week — and I was shocked at what happened when I returned
I knew that the OnePlus 13R lasted a long time on a charge based on the Tom's Guide battery test. But I found out exactly how long just the other day.
Best Boost Mobile plans in 2025: what's the best option for you?
Here's a look at Boost Mobile's wireless plans, as we find out which of the four available unlimited data plans is the best one for you.
Samsung Galaxy S25 — 5 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip
Is Samsung's premium phone a good fit for your needs?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — I've got 7 big questions about this super hyped phone
Samsung has told us that it's working on a Galaxy S25 Edge, but we don't know much else about the phone. Here's what I'm hoping to figure out before the S25 Edge arrives.
Samsung Galaxy S25 — here’s the AI features that could make you upgrade
Several Galaxy AI improvements could bring more personalized features to the Galaxy S25 phones. But will it work will enough to overcome skepticism about mobile AI?
The Galaxy S25 series looks a lot better thanks to a change Samsung didn't make
The Galaxy S25 has a lot in common with its predecessor, including the same price. And that will make a big difference to would-be upgraders.
The best cheap cell phone plans 2025
Want to keep your monthly wireless bill under $40? We've found the best cheap cell phone plans from several different carriers that help you save.
Samsung Galaxy S25: 5 reasons to buy and 4 reasons to skip
Considering a Galaxy S25 purchase? Here's what to keep in mind, as we go over what we like and what we don't about Samsung's latest flagship.
The best 5G phones in 2025
The best 5G phones deliver faster downloads, lower latency and a lot more. Here are the 5G-capable phones worth your attention.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Official date, Samsung Galaxy S25 launch plans and more
Samsung will hold its first big product launch of the year in a matter of days. Here's when Galaxy Unpacked 2025 will happen and what we expect to see.
