Latest articles by Philip Michaels
Best mobile hotspots in 2025
These are the best mobile hotspots for Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile customers.
Best cell phone plans in 2025: The best options for your monthly phone service
Looking for the best cell phone plan for your needs? We’ve rounded up the best choices for family plans, unlimited data and low-cost plans from prepaid carriers.
I covered Samsung's Galaxy S25 launch and I saw 5 things Apple should learn for its iPhone releases
Apple could learn a few lessons from what Samsung announced when it showed off the Galaxy S25 models last month.
Best cell phone plans for seniors in 2025
Here's how the best cell phone plans for seniors compare, ranging from the cheapest to best unlimited options.
iPhone SE 4 coming soon — 7 biggest rumored upgrades
With an iPhone SE 4 launch looming, here are all the top rumors surrounding the upcoming device.
Best GPS tracker for kids in 2025
Our pick for the best GPS tracker for kids can help pinpoint a lost child’s location, giving worried parents some peace of mind.
An iPhone SE 4 launch next week sounds like a huge mistake for Apple — here’s why
A report says that Apple could release the iPhone SE 4 to little fanfare next week. That would be doing the new model a great disservice if rumored features are accurate.
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. Galaxy S25 Plus vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Which one should you buy?
Trying to decide which of Samsung's new phones to get? Here's how the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra compare.
Best AT&T phone plans in 2025: What's right for you?
Looking for a monthly data plan at AT&T? Here's what you can expect to pay whether you're signing up for one of AT&T's best data plans for families or individuals.
The best baby monitors of 2025
These are the best baby monitors with the video quality and features you need to check in on a sleeping child.
Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 could be a lot like this foldable that already launched
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 details make the upcoming phone sound an awful lot like the Galaxy Z Special Edition that came out in South Korea last year.
Galaxy S25 hits stores this Friday — here's the first feature I'm going to try
The Galaxy S25 lineup introduces many features, but cross app actions powered by Galaxy AI is the one that interests me the most.
iOS 18.3 proves Apple Intelligence is far from finished
The Apple Intelligence rollout continues, even if iOS 18.3 enables AI tools by default now. And Siri updates are the big missing piece of the puzzle.
Apple's likely to release lots of iPhones this year — which one should you plan to get?
With an iPhone SE 4 launch expected in the spring and this year's iPhone 17 updates likely to happen in the fall, it's time to start thinking about which iPhone you''re going to upgrade to.
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?
