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
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 review
By Adam Ismail published
Samsung’s smaller Galaxy Note 20 ditches flashy features for a lower price — and it’s better for it.
iPhone 12 mini MagSafe charging has one big catch
By Adam Ismail published
The best MagSafe experience isn't available on the cheapest, smallest iPhone 12 model.
Dirt 5 review
By Adam Ismail published
Dirt 5 is the perfect racing game to launch the new generation of consoles: a thrilling arcade off-road racer that doesn’t skimp on visual flair.
Chromecast with Google TV is the best streaming device I’ve ever owned
By Adam Ismail published
If you want the flexibility to cast, breadth of apps and convenience of a remote all in one package, you can’t do better.
iPhone 12 chargers tested: 5W vs MagSafe vs 20W
By Adam Ismail published
Here's how much faster the iPhone 12's new 20W and MagSafe chargers are compared to your dusty old 5W brick.
Samsung Galaxy S21 could copy the worst thing about iPhone 12
By Adam Ismail published
Apple's most controversial iPhone 12 decision will slowly but surely be reflected in rival phones — likely starting with the Galaxy S21.
Forget iPhone 12 mini — TCL just dropped the cheapest 5G phone yet
By Adam Ismail published
The TCL 10 5G UW connects to Verizon's full range of 5G networks for just $399.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leak just revealed killer upgrade iPhone 12 can't beat
By Adam Ismail published
An even higher refresh-rate screen could be in the cards for the Galaxy S21 Ultra, though the other changes could be more modest.
iPhone 12 Smart Data Mode: What it is and how it works
By Adam Ismail published
Everything you need to know about one of the iPhone 12's most important battery-saving features.
iPhone 12 vs Google Pixel 5: Camera face-off
By Adam Ismail published
The iPhone 12 are Pixel 5 two of the best camera phones you can buy. But which is better?
Buying iPhone 12? Here's how to keep 5G from killing your battery
By Adam Ismail published
5G can strain your iPhone 12's battery life. Fortunately, we have a fix for that.
OnePlus Nord N10 5G and N100 specs fully leaked — here’s what you get
By Adam Ismail published
The Nord N10 5G and N100 take OnePlus full steam into the budget space. Here's what they'll offer, based on the latest leaks.
iPhone 12 cameras: The 5 biggest upgrades
By Adam Ismail published
These are the iPhone 12's camera improvements that will really make your photos and videos look better than they ever have.
iPhone 12 just embarrassed all other 5G phones — here’s why
By Adam Ismail published
Up until now, 5G was a costly gimmick. With the iPhone 12, Apple has changed 5G for the better.
Best Prime Day Galaxy S20 deals 2020
By Adam Ismail published
Check out all the best Galaxy S20 Prime Day deals to save hundreds on Samsung's best phones.
This Galaxy S20 FE price is the best Prime Day discount we’ve seen
By Adam Ismail published
This Samsung Galaxy S20 FE deal at Best Buy makes a great cheap flagship phone even cheaper.
Forget Pixel 5 — Pixel 4 now just $449 for Prime Day deal
By Adam Ismail published
The Pixel 4 is a better buy than the Pixel 5 in a number of ways, and you can save hundreds on it during Amazon Prime Day.
MotoGP live stream: How to watch French GP online
By Adam Ismail published
Everything you need to know to track down a MotoGP live stream and catch all the action from Le Mans this weekend.
OnePlus 8T vs. Google Pixel 5: Which affordable flagship will win?
By Adam Ismail published
Two of the year's most compelling affordable premium phones square off in our OnePlus 8T vs. Google Pixel 5 face-off.
Don’t wait for Prime Day — you can get a free iPhone 11 Pro now
By Adam Ismail published
Save a full $1,000 on an iPhone 11 Pro after trading in an eligible device and porting your number to AT&T.
How to use iPhone picture-in-picture in iOS 14
By Adam Ismail published
A long-awaited feature finally arrives in iOS 14. Here's how to use iPhone picture in picture.
Motorola One 5G review
By Adam Ismail published
The Motorola One 5G is one of the cheapest 5G phones you can buy — and that’s about all it has going for it
Instagram's secret new feature lets you change app icons — here's how
By Adam Ismail published
Instagram has buried an Easter egg of a feature in its 10th anniversary update — and it's one longtime users are sure to love
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