Latest articles by Philip Michaels
OnePlus 13R review: A flagship phone in every way but price
Improve cameras, better battery life — so what's the catch?
OnePlus 13R is proof you never need to spend big on a flagship again — here's why
Midrange phones like the OnePlus 13R are making fewer trade-offs while offering lower prices than their flagship counterparts.
It’s almost time for a Galaxy S25 upgrade decision — here’s where I’m leaning after this week's leaks
With Galaxy Unpacked a little more than a week away, it's nearly time to decide whether to upgrade to a new Galaxy S25. The latest revelations about the phone are helping clarify that decision.
Best T-Mobile cell phone plans in 2025
Our guide to the best T-Mobile cell phone plans can help you find a great price on wireless coverage for families, seniors or anyone who needs unlimited data.
OnePlus 13 vs. OnePlus 13R: All the differences
OnePlus starts the year with two new phones. Our OnePlus 13 vs. OnePlus 13R looks at what's different between the flagship and midrange models.
OnePlus 13R arrives: Price, specs and all the latest features for this OnePlus midrange phone
OnePlus has released a new version of its midrange phone. Here's what you get with the OnePlus 13R.
Samsung Galaxy S25 displays: What to expect from Samsung’s latest screens
Does Samsung have big changes planned for the screens on its upcoming phones? Here's what we know about Galaxy S25 display rumors.
Samsung Galaxy S25 launch set for January 22 at Unpacked — reservation deals live now
The next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on January 22. We're expecting to see the latest Galaxy S25 phones along with new Galaxy AI features.
C is for Cook — why Apple TV Plus needs to save 'Sesame Street'
"Sesame Street" is looking for a new home and Apple TV Plus is looking for quality shows. Why not combine the two?
Samsung Galaxy S25 expected to launch this month — and these 3 things will determine if the phones are upgrade-worthy
Samsung is likely to show off its new Galaxy S25 models this month. Here's how to tell if the phones will be worth an upgrade when they're announced.
OnePlus 13: 5 biggest questions I have ahead of the January 7 launch event
There's a lot we already know about the OnePlus 13. But there are still some questions to be answered at the phone's January 7 launch event.
I’ve been using this great new iOS 18 feature that lets me better hear dialogue in shows and movies — here's how it works
In iOS 18, the TV app can now make it easier to hear what actors are saying with the help of the Enhance Dialogue feature.
The iPhone SE 4's rumored iPhone 16E name is a promising sign — here's why
The iPhone SE 4 may have a new name that suggests Apple Intelligence features are very much part of the mix for Apple's least expensive phone.
Samsung Galaxy S25 could come with this great AI freebie for millions
Uncovered code indicates that the Galaxy S25 may include different tiers of free access to Gemini Advanced depending on which model you buy.
10 most anticipated phones of 2025: iPhone 17 Air, Galaxy S25 Ultra and more
From the Galaxy S25 launch at the start of the year to the iPhone 17 in the fall, we're expecting to see a lot of phones in 2025. Here's a look at some of the biggest expected releases.
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: Biggest expected upgrades
With iPhone 17 Pro Max rumors coming into focus, here's how the upcoming phone could compare to the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The best (and worst) AI phone features in 2024
From Google AI to Apple Intelligence, it was a big year for AI features on the phone. Here's the additions that delivered and the ones that failed to impress.
What to expect from iPhones in 2025: iPhone 17 Air, iPhone SE 4 and more
It's going to be a packed year for iPhone news, with more Apple Intelligence features and new hardware throughout the year. Here's what to expect from the iPhone 17 and more in 2025.
I test phones for a living — and these 10 phones had the longest battery life of 2024
Every time we review a phone, we put it through our battery test to see how long it lasts on a charge. And phones are lasting longer than ever based on the results we saw in 2024.
OnePlus 13R vs. OnePlus 12R: Biggest expected upgrades
Can the next midrange phone from OnePlus surpass its outstanding predecessor? Our OnePlus 13R vs. OnePlus 12R comparison tries to find out.
I tested the transcriptions on iPhone Voice Memos vs. Google Recorder — here's the winner
Both the Voice Memos app on iPhones and Recorder app on Google Pixel devices can transcribe recordings. But which one does it better?
You can bring the volume slider back to your iPhone lock screen in iOS 18.2 — here's how
After two years of being MIA, the on-screen volume slider returns to the iPhone's lock screen — if you know which setting to adjust in iOS 18.2.
11 iOS 18.2 features to try on your iPhone first — that aren't Apple Intelligence
iOS 18.2 is getting a lot of attention for its Apple Intelligence features. But the software update brings lots of different changes to the iPhone. Here's a guide to what's new.
