
Mark Spoonauer
Mark Spoonauer is the global editor in chief of Tom's Guide and has covered technology for over 20 years. He oversees the direction of Tom's Guide and leads a team of over 25 journalists to bring you our expert buying guides, reviews, news, how-to articles, deals and other coverage.
Mark has a passion for covering all things mobile, having reviewed dozens of smartphones and other gadgets. He enjoys testing the top mobile devices and putting them up against each other in our in-depth face-offs. He also works hand in hand with our editors and testing team to continually improve how we evaluate products.
Having led Tom's Guide since 2013, Mark has focused on growing the core tech coverage of the site while also expanding into new areas, such as entertainment, fitness and home, recruiting talented writers and editors to help our readers figure out what to buy and how to get the most out of the products and services they use every day.
Mark has spoken at key industry events and appears regularly on TV to discuss the latest trends, including Cheddar, Fox 5, Fox Business and other outlets. Mark was previously editor in chief of Laptop Mag, and his work has appeared in Wired, Popular Science and Inc. Follow him on Twitter at @mspoonauer.
Latest articles by Mark Spoonauer

iPadOS 26 just turned the iPad into a Mac
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The line is definitely blurring

visionOS 26 hands-on — Apple is showing us why the wait for Apple Glasses will be totally worth it
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
visionOS 26 is available as a developer beta ahead of a full launch in the fall. But we got a a chance to try it out to see what's new on Apple's spatial computing platform.

Apple WWDC Interview: Craig Federighi and Joz on Siri delay, new Apple Intelligence features and what's next for AI
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Let's get some answers!

WWDC 2025 — 7 biggest announcements that will actually make your life easier
By Mark Spoonauer published
Apple had a lot to say about this year's software releases during its WWDC 2025 keynote. But some new features stood out more than others.

iOS 26: All the new features coming to your iPhone
By Dave LeClair, Mark Spoonauer last updated
Whether it's called iOS 26 or iOS 19, some good stuff is expected from Apple's next iOS version, and it's coming to your phone.

8 best Father's Day gifts 2025 — here's my top picks as a Dad
By Mark Spoonauer, Dave LeClair published
Whether your Dad is a gamer, golfer or something else, we've got the gifts that'll make his Father's Day one to remember.

Exclusive: Samsung exec shuts down Galaxy S25 Edge haters, talks triple foldable
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The 'Goldilocks' phone

I just watched ‘Bono: Stories of Surrender’ through the Apple Vision Pro — and it could change the way we experience movies
By Mark Spoonauer published
Watching "Bono: Stories of Surrender," the first feature film available in Apple Immersive Video on the Apple Vision Pro, gave me a new appreciation for the format.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has 3 big trade-offs for its thinness
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
I'm pleasantly surprised by the Galaxy S25 Edge's super thin and light design, but there's some things you'll need to comprise if you get this sleek flagship phone.

Best cheap phones 2025 tested — June top picks
By John Velasco last updated
These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.

iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Here's the biggest differences
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Our iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro Max comparison will help you decide which iPhone is right for you. Let's break down the specs, size, price, battery life and more.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order date for U.S. just tipped by leaker — here's when it could happen
By Dave LeClair published
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders haven't been announced in the US yet, but a reliable has suggested possible dates.

Apple just tipped to launch two foldable devices next year — iPhone Fold and iPad Fold
By Mark Spoonauer published
Analyst Jeff Pu says to expect both a 7.8-inch iPhone Fold next year and a 18.8-inch foldable iPad.

'The White Lotus' season 3 finale has a massive plot hole — and fans are not pleased
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The White Lotus season 3 finale was explosive and mostly satisfying but the plot line with Rick and Chelsea has a huge and confusing hole.

iPhone 17 Air — here’s the 7 biggest rumors so far
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 17 Air could be the thinnest iPhone ever. Here's all the biggest rumors and leaks so far.

iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Everything we know so far
By Mark Spoonauer published
Our iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 17 Pro Max comparison gives you all the info we have so far on the rumored specs, design, features and pricing for both new iPhones.

MacBook Air vs Pro: Which should you buy?
By Alex Wawro, Mark Spoonauer, Dave Meikleham last updated
Which MacBook is best for you: the Air or the Pro? Here's how to choose which one to buy.

Apple MacBook Air M4 review: The top laptop value
By Mark Spoonauer published
The 13-inch MacBook Air M4 offers the same design as the previous model but delivers better performance and a sharper camera while also offering long battery life.

iPad Air M3 is here — price, release date, specs and all the upgrades
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Apple has announced a new iPad Air powered by the M3 chip. It also supports a new Magic Keyboard with larger trackpad and a new function row.

Apple announces Mac Studio with M4 Max and M3 Ultra — here's what's new
By Mark Spoonauer published
Apple has announced the Mac Studio with M4 Max and even more powerful Mac Studio with M3 Ultra. Here's everything you need to know.

7 ways Google Pixel 9a could blow away iPhone 16e
By Mark Spoonauer published
The Google Pixel 9a could potentially run circles around the iPhone 16e when it comes to features and specs.

iPhone 17 Air leaker just tipped how thin it will be — this is nuts
By Scott Younker, Mark Spoonauer published
A new leak claims to reveal the actual thickness of the much-rumored iPhone 17 Air and it's insanely thin.

7 biggest Amazon event announcements you missed — Alexa Plus, pricing, smart home upgrades and more
By Mark Spoonauer published
Having a hard time keeping track of all the announcements Amazon made at its Alexa event? Here's the biggest news about Alexa Plus you might have missed.
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