I’m a longtime iPhone user. This was my favorite Android phone of 2024
There were plenty of great phones that came out in 2024 besides the iPhone. This was my favorite Android phone for the year.
4 ways that Google Pixel phones can defeat Samsung in 2025
The Pixel 9 series are my phones of the year, and Google is close to being able to compete with Samsung in mobile. Here are four things it needs to do in 2025.
How I’m using Google’s Gemini AI app to make me more human
I am not a fan of AI taking over my work. It lacks the human touch. Yet, Google's Gemini made me a better person. At least the realms of an overflowing inbox.
2024 was the year of small flagship phones
Both Apple and Google delivered flagship optics in a compact flagship, but it took small phones getting bigger to get there.
Google needs to solve this Android tablet problem in 2025
Android is finally showing signs that it could evolve into a half-decent tablet platform. I dearly hope Google gives it a deservedly meaningful desktop mode.
5 things Samsung needs to do to beat Apple in 2025
Samsung and Apple have had contrasting years in mobile, but all is not lost. Here are five big things Samsung can do to take the fight back to Apple in 2025.
There’s a glaring issue with Nothing Phones, and it isn’t pretty
Nothing makes some of the flashiest and more original smartphones around. But there's a nagging issue with them that needs to be addressed, and soon.
The 2025 Android phone I’m most looking forward to isn’t from Samsung or Google
Google and Samsung are all set for big smartphone releases in 2025. But the Android phone I'm most looking forward to won't be made by either company.
I finally have RCS on my iPhone, and it’s one of my favorite iOS 18 features
I've had iOS 18 on my iPhone for a few months now, and one of my favorite new features is RCS messaging. Here's why.
These 3 gadgets prove wearable tech reached its peak in 2024
There are three standout wearables that have made 2024 a fantastic year for smartwatches, smart rings, and smart glasses.
5 things I want to see from the Apple Watch in 2025
A new year is almost here, and Apple could make some big changes to its popular wearable, the Apple Watch. Here's what I want to see.
I have the new Mocha Mousse color for the Motorola Razr Plus, and it’s stunning
Motorola recently freshened up the Razr Plus 2024 with a new Mocha Mousse color. I have it, and I'm in love.
Samsung has a smartphone design problem
Hey, Samsung, your Galaxy S flagship looks like the Galaxy A midranger, which is a copy of the entry-level Galaxy A series. And the Galaxy M series. See the pattern?
I tracked my sleep with a smart display, ring, and watch. This is my favorite
If you are serious about tracking your sleep, should you use a smart ring, a smartwatch, or even a smart display on your nightstand? Let's find out.
This is the worst smartphone camera I used in 2024, and it’s not even close
Choosing the best camera phone of 2024 was easy, but what about the worst camera phone of the year? There are some strong contenders, but only one winner.
Tips to keep your smartphone just as safe as a government official’s
A top U. S. government cybersecurity agency has released a set of smartphone safety protocols for top officials and politicians. You should follow them, too.
I wore an Oura Ring for all of 2024. Here’s why I love it and why I’m concerned
I've worn an Oura Ring all year, and this is how it holds my attention but also why I'm a little concerned about how it'll look through 2025.
I replaced Google Assistant with Amazon Alexa and haven’t looked back
A year ago, I decided to switch from Google Assistant to Amazon Alexa for my smart home duties. Now, 12 months later, I reflect on whether it was a good move.
5 things I want to see from the iPhone in 2025
A new year is just around the corner. Here's what I hope Apple will do with the iPhone in 2025.
Visual Intelligence has made the Camera Control on my iPhone 16 worth using
I was initially let down by the iPhone 16 Camera Control button, but the latest update finally makes it worth using.
We need to talk about this fantastic, industry-leading Motorola collab
Motorola's partnership with Pantone is far more impactful than I realized, and it took a gray phone to make me understand why it matters.
I’m really worried about the future of smart glasses
The Ray-Ban Meta have put smart glasses in a great place, but I'm worried about the situation going into 2025 and fear history may be about to repeat itself.
I used lots of great smartphone cameras in 2024. The Vivo X200 Pro is my favorite
Vivo's latest flagship phone, the X200 Pro, is filled with features that make your camera less relevant. Here are two that I loved the most.
I tried Apple Fitness Plus as a beginner and loved what I found
After three months using Apple Fitness Plus, I've learned a lot about the devices you need, the workouts, the trainers, and if it's worth a subscription or not.
5 phones you should buy instead of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is one of the best folding phones around. But before you buy it, here are five other phones you should consider first.
I tried the Dexcom Stelo, one of the best mobile gadgets for tracking your glucose
CGMs have saved my life after a heart attack four years ago. I recently tried the Dexcom Stelo OTC CGM, and it's been mighty impressive.
I tested Google Gemini and Apple Intelligence. Here’s which one you should use
Google has given Apple an AI roadmap it should use as it creates Apple Intelligence. Whether it learns from the good and the bad is open to debate.
I’ve had the Google Pixel 9 Pro for three months. Here’s why I still love it
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is one of 2024's best smartphones. How does it hold up over three months after its release?
Can this Android phone camera beat the iPhone 16 Pro? I flew to Bali to find out
You may not have heard of the Oppo Find X8 Pro, but after spending a week in Bali comparing it to the iPhone 16 Pro, it's my new favorite camera phone.
This Vivo phone has the most exquisite camera design I’ve seen
The Vivo X200 may not be the flagship, but Vivo has outdone itself with the camera module's design. Here's all the news about it and the Vivo X200 Pro.
I tried 4 of the best earbud and phone combos. Here’s which one you should use
I tried the top wireless earbuds with matching phones to find out if brand loyalty matters, or if you can mix and match without concern.
The Red Magic 10 Pro is 2024’s best smartphone deal you haven’t heard of
The Red Magic 10 Pro has the specs and design of a $1,000 flagship phone for the cool price of $650. Here's what makes it so darn impressive.
This is the wildest rugged iPhone case I’ve used, and I love it
The Casetify Ultra Bounce case has one of the wildest designs I've seen on a rugged case, and it has the toughness to back the looks up too.
I’m obsessed with this app that turned my iPhone into a retro iPod
Wish you could relive the days of the early 2000s? I found an app that transformed my iPhone 16 into an old-school iPod, and I love it.