Josh Render
Josh Render is a UK-based staff writer at Tom's Guides covering news and features focusing primarily on mobile phones and their workings. Josh has been around phones for many years, having worked in a few different second-hand retailers. He knows the ins and outs of most phones, including how to repair many of them. Meanwhile, he has worked as a freelance journalist for several publications which range over a bunch of different tech aspects. Josh is also a fan of pairing people with the right tech and helping people understand the more nuanced aspects of their latest purchases. Outside of phones Josh is a fan of video games, novels, and Warhammer and has worked around all three to some degree.
Josh has a degree in Film Production from the University of Central Lancashire and has worked for publications such as GameGrin and CBR as well as a few smaller independent outfits. He is often found trying to paint models, completing levels, reading books, or figuring out the next best gaming app to invest his time in.
Latest articles by Josh Render
Apple responds to Siri lawsuit — here’s how it claims to protect your data
By Josh Render published
Apple recently produced a new press release that details how the company and Siri aim to protect your data.
Samsung Galaxy A56 official renders may have just leaked — here’s your first look
By Josh Render published
New leaked renders show off the new look for Samsung's next generation of mid-range phones: the Galaxy A56.
Google could finally fix an annoying limitation with Google Photos — here's what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent APK teardown discovered that Partner Sharing will soon be much easier.
iPhone SE 4 rumor claims it'll launch this month — here's why that's not happening
By Josh Render published
A recent leak hinted that the iPhone SE 4 could release this month, but bigger names have shot that down.
The Galaxy S25 now looks like a lock for Qi2 as Samsung announces support
By Josh Render published
A recent news report has states that Samsung is looking to increase support for Qi2 technology.
I'm a lifelong Apple user, and I’m not convinced the Samsung Galaxy S25 will be worth the switch — here’s why
By Josh Render last updated
I have been an iPhone user for a long time, and I see no reason to move over to Samsung based on the Galaxy S25 rumors so far.
Samsung phones could soon summarize your call transcripts — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent APK has unveiled code that indicated we could soon see summaries on calls for Samsung phones.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's blue color just got revealed in new leak — here's how it looks
By Josh Render published
New renders reveal the possible blue color options for the Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Galaxy S25 Plus.
Apple just added a critical new warning to AirTags — here's why
By Josh Render published
Apple has recently added several new warnings to help comply with recent failings to comply with Reece's law.
iPhone 18 Pro could feature these big rumored Apple camera upgrades
By Josh Render last updated
A recent leak has indicated that Apple is working on several new camera innovations for future iPhones.
Selling your old phone? I worked in second-hand electronics stores and you need to avoid these 3 mistakes
By Josh Render published
Christmas saw many of us getting new phones, and that means selling the old. However, there are a few mistakes that many people make that are easily avoidable.
Financing your next phone? Read this before you buy
By Josh Render published
Financing is a viable option when buying a new phone, but its worth knowing a few facts before going ahead with it.
I read more books on my phone than ever before in 2024 — here’s why
By Josh Render published
As I look back on 2024, I found that I have been using my phones in a way that I never expected, as an e-reader.
OnePlus Open 2 new renders just revealed — this could be our first look
By Josh Render published
The OnePlus Open was a fantastic phone, and the sequel is expected to follow that trend. A new report has given us our first look at a render of the upcoming device.
I’m not excited about the iPhone 17 Air — here’s why
By Josh Render published
The iPhone 17 Air might be the thinnest phone yet, but that's the reason that I'd never buy one.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leak shows off potential new color
By Josh Render published
A new leak has appeared showing off one of the possible color options for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but there's some contention which color it is.
Oppo Find X8 review: A brilliant flagship phone value
By Josh Render published
There's a lot to like about the Oppo Find X8, from its camera output to its AI-powered features. But unlike the more expensive Find X8 Pro, this model's not that easy to track down.
Bad Samsung news? One UI 7 rumor says beta is only coming to Galaxy S24 series
By Josh Render published
A new leak has indicated that the One UI 7 will only release on the Galaxy S24.
Google Workspace could make it much faster to play videos — here’s how
By Josh Render published
A recent Workspace blog post has unveiled new features for Google Drive, including better video playback and new shortcuts.
iPhone vs. Android: Which is better for you?
By Josh Render last updated
Our iPhone vs. Android face-off will help you figure out which kind of phone is right for you.
These are the best apps I tried in 2024 — and they’re both from Games Workshop
By Josh Render published
I've been looking back over the year and have realized the two apps I have used the most in the last 12 months.
Elon Musk just raised the price of X Premium Plus — what you need to know
By Josh Render published
X is introducing a price increase for its Premium Plus membership by up to 40%.
Excited for OnePlus Open 2? Here's all the rumors you need to know about
By Josh Render last updated
The rumor mill for the OnePlus Open 2 has already started, here's everything we know about the next OnePlus foldable.
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