Mark Spoonauer
Mark Spoonauer is the global editor in chief of Tom's Guide and has covered technology for over 20 years. He oversees the direction of Tom's Guide and leads a team of over 25 journalists to bring you our expert buying guides, reviews, news, how-to articles, deals and other coverage.
Mark has a passion for covering all things mobile, having reviewed dozens of smartphones and other gadgets. He enjoys testing the top mobile devices and putting them up against each other in our in-depth face-offs. He also works hand in hand with our editors and testing team to continually improve how we evaluate products.
Having led Tom's Guide since 2013, Mark has focused on growing the core tech coverage of the site while also expanding into new areas, such as entertainment, fitness and home, recruiting talented writers and editors to help our readers figure out what to buy and how to get the most out of the products and services they use every day.
Mark has spoken at key industry events and appears regularly on TV to discuss the latest trends, including Cheddar, Fox 5, Fox Business and other outlets. Mark was previously editor in chief of Laptop Mag, and his work has appeared in Wired, Popular Science and Inc. Follow him on Twitter at @mspoonauer.
Latest articles by Mark Spoonauer
3 big reasons to get iPhone 15 Pro Max over iPhone 15 Pro
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is better than the iPhone 15 Pro in three key ways.
iPhone 15 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Plus: Which new iPhone should you buy?
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Plus both offer big and bright displays, great cameras and long battery life. But there's some key differences.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Galaxy S23 Ultra delivers a big camera leap with its 200MP sensor, along with faster performance and stellar battery life. Here's the pros and cons based on our testing.
iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: Here's the biggest upgrades
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro offers several big upgrades over the iPhone 14 Pro, including a titanium design, Action button and more powerful A17 Pro chip.
I just tried the iPhone 15 Pro — and this is the most underrated upgrade
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 15 Pro uses space age titanium 5 to achieve a stronger yet lighter design. And it feels amazing.
The iPhone 15 Pro Action button is ingenious — there's just one problem
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The new iPhone 15 Pro Action button lets you launch pretty much anything you want, but you can only do one thing at a time.
Apple September event: All the latest iPhone 15 and Apple Watch 9 news
By Philip Michaels published
From the iPhone 15 lineup to the latest Apple Watch models, we covered every announcement as it happened during the Apple Event 2023.
iPhone 15 release date — should you buy iPhone 14 or upgrade?
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 14 might seem tempting now, but the iPhone 15 is official and our editorial director suggests it's the better bet. Here's why.
Apple Event 2023 — this will be the biggest moment by far
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Apple September event is bound to have plenty of highlights, but the reaction to the iPhone 15 Pro Max price could be the biggest moment of all.
Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro just revealed in official video teaser
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Google has just previewed the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro in a clear attempt to steal some thunder away from the Apple event.
iPhone 15 looks like the ultimate hand-me-down phone — here's why
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 15 rumors point to a phone that has a lot in common with the iPhone 14 Pro, which is why it's shaping out to be the perfect hand-me-down phone. Like a lot.
I've been using the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 for a month — 5 ways it beats my iPhone
By Mark Spoonauer published
Although the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is pricey, it beats the iPhone in several key ways that can make you more productive and have more fun on the go.
Apple iPhone 15 event just announced for September 12 — here's all the details
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Apple Event is officially happening September 12. Here's everything to expect, including the iPhone 15, Apple Watch 9 and more.
It's not the end for the Asus Zenfone — why that’s great news
By Philip Michaels last updated
Devices like the Zenfone 10 fill an important gap among smartphones. And that's why it's good news that Asus plans to keep the line going.
Asus denies Zenfone 10 being discontinued — here's what we know
By Alan Martin last updated
The Asus Zenfone will continue despite a report to the contrary. Here's what the company has to say.
iPhone 15 Pro Max — 5 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 15 Pro Max should be the most formidable Apple flagship in years, but will it be right for you? Here's the reasons to buy and skip the new iPhone based on the rumors and leaks.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra leaker tips 2 big upgrades to fight iPhone 15 Pro Max
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
A series of new Galaxy S24 Ultra leaks from Ice Universe claim that the phone is getting a new 50MP 3x telephoto zoom camera with a bigger sensor along with a display upgrade.
iPhone 15 Pro — 7 rumored features that will actually tempt you to upgrade
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro has lots of rumored changes from the iPhone 14 Pro, but these are the upgrades that matter.
I interviewed the Google Pixel Fold product manager about how it stands out vs. Samsung, those bezels and much more
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
I interview Google Pixel product manager George Hwang about the Google Pixel Fold's unique design, how it stands out compared to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold and the size of the bezels.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs Google Pixel Fold: What's the best foldable phone?
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Google Pixel Fold are both excellent foldable phones, but they are very different. We test them head to head to help you decide which one to buy.
iPhone 15 release — Apple event just tipped for September 13
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 15 September 13 according to a new report. Here's all the details.
iPhone 15 Pro looks like the biggest leap since iPhone X — here’s why
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 Pro series is tipped to get even smaller bezels, which is close to Apple's dream of a full-screen iPhone.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 looks great — but there's 3 reasons you should skip it
By Elliot Mulley-Goodbarne last updated
Samsung have launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 at Unpacked but you might want to hold off buying one until you read this.
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