Latest articles by Philip Michaels
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.
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.
Thinking about buying an iPhone SE? That would be a big mistake
With the current iPhone SE in short supply, you may feel the pressure to pick up the least expensive iPhone model. But you're better off waiting a few months. Here's why.
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. OnePlus 13: Which will be the best Android phone of 2025?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 and OnePlus 13 figure to be two of the biggest Android devices to come out this year. Our Galaxy S25 vs. OnePlus 13 comparison looks at how the phones potentially stack up.
I shot 200 photos with the OnePlus 13R and Google Pixel 8a — here's the best cheap camera phone
You don't have to pay big bucks to get great photos, as both the OnePlus 13R and Pixel 8a prove. But which camera phone is the better buy? We took 200 photos to find out.
Galaxy S25 AI features — I asked the Tom's Guide staff what they want to see
Galaxy AI will be the focus when Samsung introduces its new Galaxy S25 phones. But which features should be a part of this update? We've got a few ideas.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked event: 5 biggest unanswered questions
With Galaxy Unpacked getting underway on January 22, Samsung will fill in the missing details about its upcoming Galaxy S25 phones. These are the 5 biggest questions we have ahead of the event.
The iPhone SE 4 is going to be Apple's most exciting phone release this year — here's why
The iPhone SE 4 will reportedly introduce a lot of welcome changes should it arrive as expected in a few months. That would make this phone Apple's most significant release all year.
Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra battery and charging rumors — what you need to know
Here's what we've heard about the battery and charging speed changes tipped for all three of Samsung's Galaxy S25 models ahead of their likely launch this month.
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.
