Phillip Tracy
Phillip Tracy is the assistant managing editor at Laptop Mag where he reviews laptops, phones and other gadgets while covering the latest industry news. Previously, he was a Senior Writer at Tom's Guide and has also been a tech reporter at the Daily Dot. There, he wrote reviews for a range of gadgets and covered everything from social media trends to cybersecurity. Prior to that, he wrote for RCR Wireless News covering 5G and IoT. When he's not tinkering with devices, you can find Phillip playing video games, reading, traveling or watching soccer.
Latest articles by Phillip Tracy
How Microsoft Is Making Cortana More Human
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft showed off at Build 2019 a new approach to voice assistants that will make Cortana sounds more conversational.
RHA TrueConnect Review: A Great AirPods Alternative for Android Users
By Phillip Tracy published
The RHA TrueConnect earbuds are some of the best alternatives to Apple's AirPods, thanks to their premium design and great sound quality.
Microsoft Reveals $3,500 HoloLens 2 Developer Kit
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft launched today the HoloLens 2 Development Edition, a $3,500 package designed to help developers build for mixed reality.
Please, Google: Don't Replace Play Music with YouTube Music
By Phillip Tracy published
As an outspoken Play Music user, I was excited by the idea of Google's new music streaming service, but YouTube Music hasn't lived up to my expectations. Here's why.
Ray Tracing Comes to Nvidia GTX GPUs: Here's How to Enable It
By Phillip Tracy published
Nvidia today released a driver that brings ray tracing to GeForce GTX cards. Here is what you need to know about the ray tracing on Pascal GPUs.
Toddler Locks Man Out of iPad for a Hilarious 48 Years, But There's a Fix
By Phillip Tracy published
A toddler locked his dad out of an iPad for 48 years. Here are some simple tips on how to unlock and restore an iPad or iPhone.
Microsoft Chromium Edge Browser Hands-on: Big Upgrade with One Problem
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft launched today a preview of its upcoming Chromium-based web browser. Here are our initial impressions of the new Edge.
Apple iMac 27-inch Review (2019): Familiar Design, Big Power Boost
By Phillip Tracy published
While the new 27-inch iMac is largely unchanged from the 2017 model, upgraded components give this all-in-one a much-needed speed boost.
Battlefield V Firestorm Just Became My Favorite Battle Royale
By Phillip Tracy published
Battlefield V's battle royale mode Firestorm is finally available, but is it worth your time? Here are my initial impressions after around 10 hours of play.
Nvidia Brings Ray Tracing to GTX Cards — But There's a Catch
By Phillip Tracy published
Nvidia announced today that it will release a driver in April that brings ray tracing effects to Pascal-based GTX graphics cards, including the GTX 1060, GTX 1070 and GTX 1080.
Nokia 9 PureView Review: A 5-Camera Flagship Contender
By Phillip Tracy published
The $699 Nokia 9 PureView, HMD's first flagship Nokia phone in the U.S., has a promising five-camera system and a gorgeous 5.99-inch display.
Crackdown 3 Review: A Fun, Open-World Romp That's Stuck in 2007
By Phillip Tracy published
A futuristic, cloud-fueled multiplayer and a compelling new environment can't quite dig Crackdown 3 out of the past.
Metro Exodus: Everything You Need to Know About This Post-Apocalyptic Thrill Ride
By Phillip Tracy published
From its plot to gameplay mechanics, here is everything you need to know about Metro Exodus, the third entry in 4A Games' Metro franchise.
My Month with a Wear OS Android Watch: The Good, Bad and Ugly
By Phillip Tracy published
After a frustrating month with a Wear OS Android watch, I remain hopeful about the future of Google's smartwatch platform.
Aorus AD27QD Hands-On: A Gorgeous Display with Cheating Software Built-in
By Phillip Tracy published
At CES 2019, Gigabytes' Aorus brand showed off the AD27QD, a 27-inch, 1440p gaming monitor with a 1-millisecond response time.
Razer Turret Is the Perfect Mouse and Keyboard Combo for Xbox One
By Phillip Tracy published
Razer gave us a hands-on demo of the world's first wireless keyboard and mouse for the Xbox One, which will cost $249 and ship in March.
Battlefield 5 vs. Black Ops 4: Which Shooter Is For You?
By Phillip Tracy published
We compare two of the best first-person shooters of the year: Battlefield V and Call of Duty: Black Ops 4.
12 Tips to Help You Master FIFA 19
By Phillip Tracy published
You'll be a world champion in no time.
FIFA 19 Review: Stellar Gameplay Outshines Stale Modes
By Phillip Tracy published
Lace up your boots! Intelligent AI and gameplay refinements make FIFA 19 a thrilling return to the pitch.
8 Essential Battlefield 5 Multiplayer Tips
By Phillip Tracy published
This Battlefield V boot camp will get you ready for war.
Battlefield 5 Review: The Best Battlefield Game in Years
By Phillip Tracy published
Buoyed by compelling multiplayer modes, Battlefield V is a gripping first-person shooter that re-creates the intensity and anxiety of war better than its competitors.
Warframe on Nintendo Switch: 5 Things You Need to Know
By Phillip Tracy published
Warframe is now available on Nintendo Switch. Here are five things you should know about the free-to-play game before you start conquering the universe.
The Fate of Lightning: Will Apple Go All-In On USB-C?
By Phillip Tracy published
Apple's Lightning connector is fading, but will it vanish with the next iPhone?
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