Tom Pritchard
Tom is the Tom's Guide's UK Phones Editor, tackling the latest smartphone news and vocally expressing his opinions about upcoming features or changes. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He’s usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining about how terrible his Smart TV is.
Latest articles by Tom Pritchard
Project Astra delay means Google’s AI agent won’t arrive until next year — what we know
By Tom Pritchard published
Google's AI agent is coming, but it's probably not going to arrive by December — as Google originally promised.
Android 16 could reverse this controversial decision — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 16 could see Google reverse a controversial change — and I'm thrilled about it.
iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Pro: Which new iPhone should you buy?
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Should you pick the iPhone 16 or upgrade to a Pro model? Our iPhone 16 vs iPhone 16 Pro breaks down what the differences between the two are.
Google is now selling refurbished Pixel phones — but I don’t recommend buying them
By Tom Pritchard published
Google is now selling refurbished Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 phones — but they're more expensive than they should be.
Google Pixel 8 vs. Pixel 8 Pro: Which phone is best for you?
By John Velasco last updated
If you're torn about which of Google's new flagship phones is best for you, here's our comparison of the Pixel 8 vs Pixel 8 Pro to help you make up your mind.
iOS 18.2 will arrive in December — with ChatGPT, Visual Intelligence and more
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Intelligence is getting a big update this December — with the launch of iOS 18.2.
Forget Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1 — here’s why I’m more excited for iOS 18.2
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Intelligence is finally here, but the best features won't arrive until we get iOS 18.2.
Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1 — all the new features for your iPhone and what’s still coming
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Intelligence is finally here, but not all the features are available yet. Here's what is and isn't part of iOS 18.1.
I wish I’d known about these Google Translate features before I went on vacation
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Translate is an invaluable travel tool, but it has a couple I wish I'd known about sooner.
Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model Y: Which electric car is right for you?
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Tesla's lower-priced Model 3 and Model Y share plenty of similarities and differences, so which one is right for you?
Apple will pay up to $1 million to anyone who finds a privacy flaw inside Apple Intelligence
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple wants to make sure Apple Intelligence's cloud features are as secure as possible. Even if it costs them $1 million.
iPhone 17 Pro Max could get a smaller Dynamic Island — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 17 Pro Max could get a useful display upgrade that will shrink the Dynamic Island. Here's what we know.
I added MagSafe support to my Pixel 9 Pro because Google refused to — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
Google refused to add Qi2, and MagSafe compatibility, to Pixel 9 Pro — so I took matters into my own hands.
iOS 18.2 beta is here — and the EU is getting exclusive features the US can’t have
By Tom Pritchard published
iOS 18.2 beta gives EU users even more choices, but there's still no sign of Apple Intelligence.
iPhone SE 4 production tipped to begin this December — what this means for you
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone SE 4 is set to begin mass production before the end of the year — and release day can't be that far behind it.
Samsung Galaxy Ring just dropped to lowest price ever before Black Friday
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung's Galaxy Ring just dropped to its lowest ever price ahead of Black Friday — and you can save $80 right now.
Samsung confirms it has no plans for a cheaper foldable phone — here’s why
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung just confirmed that it has no plans for a cheaper foldable — which is a huge shame.
The best waterproof phones 2024
By Jordan Palmer last updated
With one of the best waterproof phones in your possession, you don't have to worry about unlucky spills and splashes.
iPhone SE 4 Plus could be the big-screen phone of 2025 — here's why
By Tom Pritchard last updated
An iPhone SE Plus could be on the way next year, and it's surprising it took this long to happen.
Forget iPhone Flip — Samsung just tipped to launch tri-fold phone in 2025
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung could take on the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Design with its own tri-fold phone in 2025.
Apple Intelligence arrive with iOS 18.1 next week — here’s how to skip the waitlist
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Intelligence officially arrives next week, but you can avoid that wait and get ahead of the rush right now.
Android 15 feature is reportedly bricking Pixel 6 phones — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Still rocking a Google Pixel 6? You might want to be careful before you upgrade to Android 15 and set up Private Space.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is finally here — but good luck getting one
By Tom Pritchard published
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE has better cameras, a larger screen and Wi-Fi 7 — but you can’t buy one
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