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
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked News: Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Watch Ultra and more
By Philip Michaels, Mark Spoonauer last updated
Meet the latest Samsung foldable phones and wearables
![Leaked promo image of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vig3Cu9yPfRZiBZev4xk8V-320-80.jpg)
Fold-flation — I asked Samsung about the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 price hikes
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 both cost $100 more than their predecessors. Let's break down whether the upgrades are worth the premium.
![Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 front](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BwSnFDfASW3djZugnBLWqT-320-80.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 hands-on review: Meet the ultimate AI foldable
By Mark Spoonauer published
Not yet ratedThe Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 looks like an impressive foldable phone with new AI powers wrapped in a lighter and more durable design. But the $100 price hike could scare some shoppers off.
![Apple Vision Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jmpKvcbD4evm24mM4AUG97-320-80.jpg)
Apple Vision Pro review: A revolution in progress
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
Pricey and far from perfect, but still a revolution
![Samsung Galaxy A54 back in violet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eEFKyvbkipQbGQ7y3hvK6b-320-80.jpg)
Best cheap phones 2024
By John Velasco last updated
These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.
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iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Which iPhone should you buy?
By Jordan Palmer last updated
Our iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13 comparison looks at how the latest phone from Apple compares to last year's model in terms of specs, price, features and more.
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Forget iPhone 16 Pro — why the iPhone 16 will be the one to get this year
By Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus upgrades may be enough to skip the iPhone 16 Pro series. Here's why.
![Motorola Razr V3 next to Motorola Razr Plus 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tstCw6CwrGTobrCk6jwLT-320-80.jpg)
Motorola Razr 2024 — 20 years later, is the flip phone cool again?
By Mark Spoonauer published
I interview Ruben Castano, VP of customer experience and design, and Maria Jose Martin, director of North America marketing, to see what sets the new Razr and Razr Plus apart from the competition.
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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.
![Motorola Razr Plus 2024 cover display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5SHHcpwoXovMycM9nAyaNm-320-80.jpg)
The Motorola Razr Plus 2024 could blow away Galaxy Z Flip 6 — here's why
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The race for best flip foldable phone could already be over as the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 puts Samsung's new foldable on notice.
![Avengers: Endgame Thanos snap scene, Frodo from Lord of the Rings and Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EYirSXLphho7BAAeRMoLhf-320-80.jpg)
13 best movie moments of all time — here’s our favorites
By Dave Meikleham last updated
We're hugely passionate about cinema here at Tom's Guide, and some of our team have broken down the movie moments that mean the most to them.
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iPhone 15 Pro Max review
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
A stronger and lighter titanium design, more powerful zoom, blazing A17 Pro chip and smart Action button add up to a near perfect iPhone. But the charging could be faster and digital zoom better.
![iPhone 16 prototypes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvFJS8JLoSRCXxbdehohm4-320-80.jpg)
Forget iPhone 15 — 7 biggest reasons to wait for iPhone 16
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 15 is a great phone, but I would skip Apple's current phone for the iPhone 16, based on all of these rumored upgrades.
![T-Mobile and Verizon logo on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5sk8iPxPVAzNKYhTFBBvMb-320-80.jpg)
I switched from Verizon to T-Mobile — and it’s been a total disaster so far
By Mark Spoonauer published
I switched from Verizon to T-Mobile as my phone carrier, and I've experienced too many drop calls and slow internet connections since making the move.
![iPad 2022 with Magic Keyboard Folio and Apple Pencil](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Lvm853NYUZdbku7hKpa8YB-320-80.jpg)
Apple iPad (10th gen) review
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPad (10th gen) offers a bigger display, more power and a better keyboard along with great battery life, but the price is steep and the Apple Pencil 1 is awkward.
![LG StanbyMeGo, Twelve South AirFly Pro, PhiGolf 2, Ninja Cooler and Sonos Ace headphones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XiZRmhmBRkHyf7i8SCHWTN-320-80.jpg)
I test gadgets for a living and these are the best Father's Day gifts you can still get
By Mark Spoonauer published
My favorite Father's Day gifts include a card that can track your wallet, an awesome golf simulator and a TV that travels in a briefcase.
![iphone 14 vs iphone 14 pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AWNBQWtfw29DreRDEqPHFU-320-80.jpg)
iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Pro — the biggest differences
By Jordan Palmer last updated
The differences between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro are huge, so here’s what you need to know.
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Apple iPhone 13 review
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 13’s brighter display, longer battery life and powerful cameras make it the best iPhone value at its reduced price.
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macOS Sequoia — 7 things you need to know about iPhone Mirroring
By Mark Spoonauer published
macOS Sequoia supports iPhone screen mirroring on your Mac for the first time. Here's what you can do with it.
![iPhone 14 held in hand showing home screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5nWmUHcEj7XVQqAfqKZb4E-320-80.jpg)
Apple iPhone 14 review: Everything you need to know
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
The iPhone 14 is the best iPhone value and offers improved cameras and performance, but it’s not much of a leap from the iPhone 13.
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iOS 18 — my 9 favorite new features that have nothing to do with Apple Intelligence
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
iOS 18 has a lot of powerful AI features that are limited to the iPhone 15 Pro but there's still a ton of great upgrades everyone can enjoy.
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7 biggest iOS 18 features expected to be announced at WWDC 2024
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
As exciting as a new iPhone can be, iOS 18 looks like a much bigger deal because of all of the AI features Apple is adding to millions of existing iPhones.
![Tim Cook on stage at WWDC 2023](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wVvWUDW8TJ4zuvuugMk32a-320-80.jpg)
WWDC 2024 should kick off huge Apple and OpenAI partnership — here's how it could transform your iPhone
By Mark Spoonauer last updated
An Apple and OpenAI deal looks imminent for bringing ChatGPT to the iPhone with iOS 18. Here's how AI could change everything.