Nirave Gondhia
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Author/Co-Author of 271 articles
Nirave is a creator, evangelist, and founder of House of Tech. A heart attack at 33 inspired him to publish the Impact of Tech newsletter, which covers the best technology and its impact on mental, physical, and emotional health. Follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn for more.
5 phones I’d consider instead of the Apple iPhone 17
Does the iPhone 17 mark the time to jump off the upgrade cycle? We have five top reasons to consider defecting.
I like the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better buy for this reason
I really like Google's new Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but there's a key reason that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 has it beat, and it makes all the difference. Here's why Samsung's folding phone is the better buy.
I tested 20 iPhone 17 and iPhone Air cases. These are the 4 you should actually buy
I tested over 20 of the best iPhone 17 cases and best iPhone Air cases to find the actual best case for you. Here are the four you should actually buy.
I tried every new iPhone. There’s only one I wouldn’t buy, here’s why
I've tried all four of Apple's new iPhones and each is a fantastic phone. However, while I love three of them, there's only one that I wouldn't buy; here's why.
I used the Galaxy S25 FE. Here’s why it could be your next phone
Samsung's new Galaxy S25 FE offers the best of the Galaxy S25 Plus at a much lower price. Having used it, I'm particularly smitten; here's why it could be your next phone.
I’m keeping my iPhone Air after three weeks, here’s why
The verdict is in: after three weeks with it, I'm keeping the iPhone Air despite some cutbacks compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. Here's why!
I love Samsung’s big Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in my kitchen, here’s why
I've been using Samsung's big Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in my kitchen; here's why I'm in love with it, as well as why I really like the smaller Galaxy Tab S11 as well.
I hope more companies make iPhone air competitors, here’s why
The iPhone Air has genuinely surprised me over the past few weeks, and it's a phone that I plan to keep. Here's why I hope more companies build iPhone Air competitors.
Apple iPhone 17 Review: The best iPhone for most people
Meet the new iPhone 17. It's the most complete non-Pro iPhone ever made, and it solves all the problems with last year's iPhone 16. The result? The best iPhone for most people.
I’ve used the iPhone Air. Here are the 5 best alternatives
I've been using the iPhone Air and Apple's new ultra-thin phone is a thing of beauty, although it comes with several compromises. If these are dealbreakers for you, here are five alternatives to the iPhone Air.
iPhone 17 charging compared — how long each new iPhone takes to charge
I tested the new fast charging speeds on all four new iPhone, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air. Here's how long each takes to charge, and how it compares to the competition.
The iPhone 17 is better than Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10 in one key way
I've been using the iPhone 17, and I've realized one thing: it has a distinct advantage over its chief competitors, the Galaxy S25 and Pixel 10. Here's why.
I reviewed the iPhone Air. Here’s 3 things I discovered
The iPhone Air is a marvel in the hand thanks to its ultra-thin body, but it also requires accepting considerable compromises in battery and camera. Yet, it may not matter as much. Here's three things I discovered while reviewing the iPhone Air.
I’m using the iPhone Air. Don’t judge it until you try it
I've been using the iPhone Air for two days and despite some obvious shortcomings, it's grown on me considerably. Here's why you shouldn't judge the iPhone Air before you use it — it may just change your mind.
I really like the iPhone 17, but I couldn’t tell you why
I've spent the last day with Apple's new iPhone 17, and it features the biggest suite of upgrades for the base model in years. Yet, despite it being a fantastic phone, I can't easily explain why I like it.
Cosmic Orange or Deep Blue? This is the best iPhone 17 Pro color
I've got the new iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max in two out of the three available colors. Here's the best iPhone 17 Pro color!
I just unboxed the new Apple iPhone Air, and I’m in love
It's finally arrived! I have the new iPhone Air, and after unboxing it then setting up, it's ready to go. Now, I can't put it down, here's why!
I reviewed the Google Pixel 10 Pro. It’s better than I first thought
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a fantastic smartphone that is among the best you can buy, but last year's model was so good that it lacks the wow factor of key rivals.
Want to make the clock bigger on iOS 26? Here’s how I did it
If you've just updated to iOS 26 and the lock screen clock looks strange, fear not: this is normal, and it's easy to change the font and customize the design. Here's how.
4 things to do first on iOS 26 now your iPhone’s had a total overhaul
Woken up and your iPhone looks shiny and different? You're not alone but there's a solution — here are the first four things you should do in iOS 26.
I’ve used iOS 26, here’s why you should upgrade your iPhone today
It's time to update your iPhone to the latest iOS 26 software. I've used it for several months, and here's why you should install, and what you can expect.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Review: The Pixel Ultra I’ve wanted
If you've been waiting for Google to challenge the Galaxy S25 Ultra, look no further: the Pixel 10 Pro XL is the Pixel Ultra I've always wanted and one of the best phones you can buy. Here's why.
You can still get the iPhone 17 Pro Max on release date, here’s where
If you missed out on getting the iPhone 17 Pro Max for delivery or pickup on release date, fear not as you can still get it in time! Here's the latest delivery dates from Apple and its partners!
These are the best iPhone 17 and iPhone Air deals: save on every new iPhone
It's iPhone-preorder day and here's the best deals for the iPhone Air, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, whether from Apple or Best Buy, or carriers such as AT&T. Verizon, T-Mobile, Boost, Xfinity, and Comcast.
The Pixel 10 has sold me on buying an $800 flagship phone
The Google Pixel 10 offers a host of upgrades while keeping its $799 price. Here's why it's sold me on buying an $800 phone, and one key way that the iPhone 17 has it beat.
What is an eSIM, is it better than a physical SIM, and which phones are eSIM only?
As the iPhone Air goes eSIM-only, and some of the best Android phones also drop the SIM card tray, here's a look at the eSM, why it's better than a physical SIM, and a definitive list of every phone that's eSIM-only, and in which countries.
Five reasons I’m buying the new Apple iPhone 17 Pro
The new iPhone 17 Pro is finally official, and there's several features that help this year's model stand out. However, there's five features in particular that have me convinced to buy the iPhone 17 Pro.
The iPhone 17 is now eSIM-only in more countries, what about yours?
The new iPhone 17 series now only supports eSIMs in more than just the US, but has your country made the switch? Here's the full list, and one key reason why it's not a bad thing.