Latest articles by Philip Michaels
iOS 18.2 LIVE — latest Apple Intelligence features and how to use them
Apple's iOS 18.2 update is rolling out now to iPhones worldwide and brings with it a raft of new features — including Apple Intelligence
iOS 18 review: A solid update with Apple’s first steps toward AI
Your iPhone gains some new features, as Apple Intelligence arrives for some
iOS 18.2 lets you change your default phone and messaging apps — here's how
iOS 18.2 lets you change your default app for more tasks than ever before. Here's what you can change and where you'll find the new setting.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: All the rumors so far
Samsung is already at work prepping the next premium flagship for its lineup. Here's what we've heard about the Galaxy S25 Ultra ahead of its 2025 launch.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — everything we know so far
Rumors claim Samsung is going to produce a thinner version of next year's flagship as an experiment. Here's all the Galaxy S25 rumors we've heard about this new phone.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Likely dates, Samsung Galaxy S25 launch plans and more
Samsung is expected to kick off 2025 with its first big product launch of the year. Here's when Galaxy Unpacked 2025 could happen and what we expect to see.
Cellular bills are out of control — and this unlimited deal for $30 a month puts the big carriers to shame
A deal at Visible lets new customers cut the price of the phone carrier's unlimited data plans for the next 25 months when they sign up with a special promo code.
The best prepaid phone plans in 2024
The best prepaid phone plans can save you money on your monthly cell phone bill. Here are the best options we found from a variety of carriers.
iPhone 17 Pro rumor points to a big design change — and I think it's garbage
A rumor claims that Apple will move away from titanium frames for its iPhone 17 Pro models. But that claim doesn't seem to fit in with how Apple markets its Pro phones.
Rumored OnePlus 13R specs look promising, but there's one thing missing
The OnePlus 12R was one of my favorite phones last year. The OnePlus 13R will soon replace it, but can it live up to the 12R's standard?
iOS 18 has a neat shortcut to resize your home screen widgets — here's how it works
iOS 18 adds a quick way to change the size of any widget on your home screen. Here's where to find that shortcut.
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. OnePlus 13: Which will be the best Android phone of 2025?
Get ready for an early Android phone face-off
With Samsung Galaxy S25 launch, AI will take center stage
The Galaxy S25 will see some notable hardware changes, but Galaxy AI should highlight the phone's launch next month. But what can we expect to see in terms of new AI features?
Best unlimited data plans in 2024
Lots of wireless carriers promise limitless data, but only one can have the best unlimited data plan. Here’s the plan you should sign up for to save money.
Best cell phone plans in 2024: 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.
Google Pixel 8a vs. Samsung Galaxy A35: Here’s the budget phone you should get
Both the Google Pixel 8a and Samsung Galaxy A35 promise a lot of value for not much cash. But which of these sub-$500 phones should you get?
Best phone battery life in 2024: The longest lasting smartphones
These phones held out for at least 14 hours in our test to offer the best phone battery life.
The best cheap cell phone plans 2024
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.
The best 5G phones in 2024
The best 5G phones deliver faster downloads, lower latency and a lot more. Here are the 5G-capable phones worth your attention.
Best GPS tracker for kids in 2024
Our pick for the best GPS tracker for kids can help pinpoint a lost child’s location, giving worried parents some peace of mind.
Samsung Galaxy A35 review: How good is this $399 phone?
Samsung's midrange phone faces stiff competition from Google and OnePlus
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim could have a huge advantage over the iPhone 17 Air — here’s why
Rumors about slim phones from Samsung and Apple suggest the two companies are taking very different approaches to building ultra-thin handsets.
I tried to use Apple Intelligence's Image Playground to design a Thanksgiving menu — here's what I learned about the app in the process
Using Image Playground on a Thanksgiving project, I learned about the Apple Intelligence app's strengths as well as its limitations.
