Zarif Ali-Author

Zarif Ali

Author

February, 2021
Apple, Smartphone, Android
  • 65
    articles
  • 10
    Features
  • 7
    Guides
  • 48
    Reviews

About Zarif Ali

Zarif has been intertwining his passion for technology with practical application since beginning his academic journey in Computer Science at the University of Toronto. His fascination with the hardware aspects of technology—specifically laptops, phones, and AI hardware—has driven him to not only explore but also innovate in these areas. Zarif’s work, including the development of the Transit+ app, demonstrates his dedication to leveraging technology for social good by improving public transit in Toronto through digital solutions.

His writing career, which starting back in highschool, allowed him to share his knowledge and insights with a broader audience. Zarif writes extensively on topics such as mobile technology, and specifically hardware reviews.

Outside of his tech endeavors, Zarif is a self-taught photographer and designer, interests that allow him to explore the interplay between technology and visual arts. His academic achievements, combined with his innovative projects like Transit+, showcase his potential as a rising voice in technology commentary and critique.

Latest

OnePlus 13 in hand angled.
OnePlus 13 Review: As Good As it Gets

The OnePlus 13 is a phone I find very hard to fault, and honestly a top contender for best phone of the year, this early on.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra standing up on wooden desk.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: So Boring, It Might Be the Best

Samsung's latest Ultra is not revolutionary, but it might be the most complete flagship yet.

Samsung Galaxy S25 series in hand (heroshot).
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Might Be the Sleeper Phones of 2025

The Galaxy S25 series bring new performance and AI gains in packages not dissimilar to last year.

ASUS Zenbook S 16 on wooden table.
ASUS Zenbook S16 OLED Review: This Is My Favorite 16-inch Windows Laptop

This might be the best blend of old and new capabilities for portable Windows laptops.

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reMarkable Paper Pro flat on a wooden table next to books.
reMarkable Paper Pro Review: Bigger, Brighter, and Still a Niche Device

Analog tactility with digital tools.

M4 MacBook Pro next to another laptop on wooden table
Apple MacBook Pro (M4) Review: The Best Laptop in the World

The new base model MacBook Pro finally feels like a pro laptop at a relatively affordable price.

iPad mini (A17 Pro) screen on a coffee table
Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) Review: Unapologetically an iPad

The most "iPad" iPad we've seen in a while.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (silver) on a table
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Are They Even Trying?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 builds on incremental updates with a new flattened design and refined performance but faces tough competition,

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iPhone 16 Plus upright on pavement
Apple iPhone 16 Plus Review: The Definitive iPhone to Get in 2024

The iPhone 16 Plus won't wow you like the Pro iPhones, but it's the iPhone most people should consider this year.

Google Pixel Watch 3 on blue and white fabric surface
Google Pixel Watch 3 Review: Refining the Familiar

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is one of the most refined Wear OS smartwatches I've ever used, and it competes very fairly with the competition.

iPhone Mirroring app running on a MacBook Pro
After Using macOS Sequoia and Apple Intelligence in Beta, Here's What I Think So Far

While it's not perfect, I don't regret installing the macOS Sequoia beta to try out its features early.

Pixel 9 in Wintergreen in hand
Google Pixel 9 Review: This Might Be 2024's Best AI Smartphone

The Google Pixel 9 is a device that balances price and camera performance in a package that makes it hard to justify Google's more expensive phones.

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED lid slightly opened
ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2024) Review: The World's Thinnest OLED Laptop

A full-fledged Zenbook in a slimmer body that brings all the benefits and drawbacks of ultra-thin laptops.

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Pixel 9 series in black and white next to each other
Hands On: Google Pixel 9 Series, Pixel Watch 3, and Pixel Buds 2 Pro

With its largest hardware launch yet, Google diversifies the Pixel lineup with four phones, two wearables, and a ton of AI.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 on a fabric surface
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Review: Same Frame, New Chip

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 gets a new BioActive Sensor and a new chipset that makes it a much more cohesive and fluid smartwatch experience.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro case and earbuds on white table-1
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Review: When Copying Works

The new Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have a remarkable resemblance to Apple's AirPods Pro, and they are better because of it.

Fujifilm X100VI on a ledge
Fujifilm X100VI Review: New Sensor, Same Great Camera

The Fujifilm X100VI offers impressive upgrades in resolution and usability for beginners and photography enthusiasts alike.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 cover display (on) in hand
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Review: Mighty Small Update

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the smallest update we've seen in Samsung's clamshell lineup, and I love it.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 on wooden table
Hands On: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6, Watch Ultra, More

Samsung's Summer Unpacked brings the new Galaxy Z Fold and Flip 6, coupled with wearables that all gain AI across the board.

Apple iPad Air M2 attached to the Magic Keyboard sitting on a shelf
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Review: This Is the Best Big Tablet for Most People

The 13-inch iPad Air with M2 chip offers impressive value for students and creatives looking for a large iPad.

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