Latest articles by Philip Michaels
WWDC 2025 LIVE: iOS 26, Apple Intelligence and all the last-minute rumors
WWDC 2025 figures to be a significant event with major interface changes for all of Apple's software. Get the latest on what's happening from our live WWDC 2025 report.
Apple WWDC 2025 — everything to expect and latest news
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference gets underway June 9, and there's a lot of potential announcements likely to come out of the events. These are the six WWDC 2025 rumors I'm keeping track of.
Best Verizon phone deals for June 2025
These are the best Verizon phone deals available right now for both Android and Apple devices.
Best unlimited data plans in 2025
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 cable modems in 2025: Say goodbye to equipment rental fees for good
These are the best cable modems for your home or office so that you don't need to waste money each month renting one from your ISP.
Samsung just teased Galaxy Fold 7 Ultra — what we know so far
Samsung just teased the Galaxy Fold Ultra, a new foldable phone coming later this year that has AI features optimized for the foldable format.
WWDC 2025 — Apple can't afford to take a 'gap year' on AI
Apple Intelligence was the focus at last year's WWDC, but Apple's AI tools reportedly won't get much attention at WWDC 2025. Here's what that means for Apple's AI efforts.
iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.
iPhone 17 Pro — all the rumors and leaks so far
Here's the latest on rumored features on the iPhone 17 Pro, including potential changes by Apple and what you might pay for the phone due to the Trump tariffs.
Samsung could be making a big mistake with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 — here's why I’m worried
We expect to see a new Galaxy Z Flip this summer. But a pair of rumors makes me think the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will have a hard time catching up to Motorola's latest Razr flip phones.
iOS 19's redesign had me worried — but now I think it will turn out fine
Whether Apple calls it iOS 19 or iOS 26, the next iPhone software update should introduce a massive redesign. Change can be scary, but I'm no longer fretting about what's to come.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. Galaxy S25 FE: Thin premium phone takes on cheaper alternative
Samsung just released the Galaxy S25 Edge, but it may not be done with S25 models this year. If a Galaxy S25 FE comes out later this year, here's how it could match up with the thinner S25 Edge.
iOS 19 — all the biggest rumors so far
iOS 19 — or iOS 26 if Apple changes the name — could usher in some of the biggest changes to the iPhone in more than a decade. Here's what we've heard so far.
Best phone carriers of 2025
Trying to find the best phone carrier for your wireless service? Here's how the top providers rank based on data speeds, phone selection and more.
Best phones 2025 tested — May top picks
These are the best phones you can buy at a wide range of prices based on our extensive testing and head-to-head comparisons.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE: All the rumors so far
Samsung may not be done with Galaxy S models this year. A Galaxy S25 FE is reportedly in the works for the fall — here's what the rumors say it will offer.
I review Samsung phones for a living — and the company's Galaxy lineup is starting to look a little crowded
Samsung may release an FE model of its Galaxy S25 phone later this year, giving it five different S25 versions. That may be a model or two too many.
Google I/O showed off AI done right — hopefully, Apple was paying attention
As Google made one AI announcement after another during its Google I/O developer conference this week, I couldn't help but think of Apple and how Apple Intelligence has faltered out of the gate.
We’re just weeks away from an iOS 19 preview — these are the 5 rumored changes I’m looking forward to
Next month's WWDC 2025 should include an iOS 19 preview. Based on the rumors that are out there, here are the possible changes that excite me the most.
Forget the iPhone 17 Air for a moment — these are the 5 most exciting rumors about the other iPhone 17 models
The iPhone 17 Air is grabbing all the attention, but the other likely iPhone models have some interesting rumored changes, tool
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.
I tried out Samsung’s Project Moohan headset — Android XR won me over
Here's what I thought after trying out Samsung's Project Moohan VR headset for the first time.
Best Verizon phone plans for 2025: Unlimited, prepaid and more
These are the best Verizon phone plans available, whether you’re looking for an unlimited plan, prepaid or a family plan.
