Tom Pritchard
Tom is the Tom's Guide's UK Phones Editor, tackling the latest smartphone news and vocally expressing his opinions about upcoming features or changes. It's long way from his days as editor of Gizmodo UK, when pretty much everything was on the table. He’s usually found trying to squeeze another giant Lego set onto the shelf, draining very large cups of coffee, or complaining about how terrible his Smart TV is.
Latest articles by Tom Pritchard
Google Pixel Fold 2 could be renamed Pixel 9 Pro Fold — here’s why that’s a mistake
By Tom Pritchard published
There's evidence Google may rename the Pixel Fold 2 to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, but that would be a mistake. Google foldables should stay independent.
The best WhatsApp alternatives for 2024
By Tom Pritchard last updated
It doesn't matter why you'd want to leave, but these best WhatsApp alternatives mean you have somewhere to go.
Android 15 satellite connectivity could get a huge boost from Google Maps
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15's emergency satellite feature could integrate Google Maps in the best way possible.
For All Mankind is officially back for season 5 — and there’s a spin-off on the way
By Tom Pritchard published
For All Mankind will live on with a fifth season and a Soviet-centric spin-off called Star City.
iPhone 17 Plus could come with a smaller screen — and that's a shame
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 17 Plus may come with a smaller screen, and lose one of its defining features in the process.
Best video chat apps in 2024
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The best video chat apps make it easy to stay in touch — regardless of where you or your friends actually are.
The best waterproof phones 2024
By Jordan Palmer last updated
With one of the best waterproof phones in your possession, you don't have to worry about unlucky spills and splashes.
Apple is cooking up a new way to convince you to buy the Vision Pro
By Tom Pritchard published
Apple Vision Pro demos may let you watch your homemade spatial videos, rather than the pre-selected Apple videos.
Google Play finally added biometric verification — here’s how to set it up
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Play has finally added a biometric verification option, and it's about time too. Here's how to set it up.
iPhone 16 Pro should jump to 256GB of base storage — but will it?
By Tom Pritchard published
It's about time Apple ditched the 128GB storage option on iPhones, especially iPhone 16 Pro. But I'm not convinced it'll happen this year.
Google Pixel Fold 2 — all the rumors so far
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Google Pixel Fold 2 is coming, and here are all the rumors and leaks we've heard about this foldable phone so far.
Best used smartphones in 2024
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Consider buying one of the best used smartphones if you're looking for a low-priced phone that still offers great performance.
iPhone 16 leak just revealed the biggest design changes — here’s what to expect
By Tom Pritchard published
iPhone 16 dummy units have given us a good idea of the design changes to expect from Apple's upcoming handset.
YouTube’s war against ad blockers just hit a new level — this time blocking third-party apps
By Tom Pritchard published
YouTube is expanding its war on ad-blockers, and now third party apps that allow ad-blocking are in its crosshairs.
iPhone 16 Pro Max: release date speculation, price prediction and all the leaks
By Tom Pritchard last updated
iPhone 16 Pro Max should arrive next year, and here's everything we know so far.
Apple’s already removed the first emulator from the App Store
By Tom Pritchard published
One of the first App Store emulators has already been removed by Apple. Here's what we know.
I’m sick of cheap phones that do this — it’s a total waste
By Tom Pritchard published
Multi-camera phones are the norm these days, but it's about time cheap phones stopped adding lenses for the sake of it.
Android 15 sounds pretty dull compared to iOS 18 — but that's ok
By Tom Pritchard published
The Android 15 update seems a lot less impressive than iOS 18, but that isn't something Android users have to worry about.
Android 15: Possible release date, rumored features, supported devices and more
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Android 15 is coming, and here's everything we know about the upgrade so far.
Android 15 lock screen widgets may be exclusive to Pixel Tablet
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15 could see the return of lock screen widgets, but the beta suggests it'll be a tablet feature.
Android 15 beta is here — these are the biggest upgrades so far
By Tom Pritchard published
Android 15's public beta is here, and these are the biggest upgrades we know about right now.
Google's AI Magic Editor is coming to the iPhone — here's what you can do
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Google is bringing even more AI editing features to Google Photos — and not just Pixels.
Google Photos is making it easier to free up space for your pictures and videos — here’s how
By Tom Pritchard published
Android users will get the chance to free up space in Google Photos — here's how.