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 may not upgrade a major iPhone 17e feature — what we know
By Josh Render published
A new report has indicated that the iPhone 17e will use the same LTPS display as the iPhone 16e, meaning we likely won't see certain features available on other devices in the iPhone 17 series.

Google Photos is launching a face editing feature — here's how it works
By Josh Render published
A new APK has revealed that Google Photos' long-awaited face touch-up tool is on the horizon.

I finally found a good use for iPhone Visual Intelligence — and it saved me from having to call a plumber
By Josh Render published
I'm not the biggest fan of Apple's AI, but I did find a surprising use for it while trying to replace a sink.

Samsung reveals Exynos 2600 chipset in new video — everything we know so far
By Josh Render published
Samsung has announced the Exynos chip in a new YouTube video, and the timing feels auspicious.

Galaxy Z Fold 8's latest rumored upgrade reveals Samsung could finally be listening
By Josh Render published
One of the biggest weaknesses of the Galaxy Z Fold series is the weak battery and charging, but that could change with the Z Fold 8.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: 3 reasons to buy (and 2 reasons to skip)
By Josh Render published
Samsung has finally announced the Galaxy TriFold, but there are a fair few things to consider before buying one.

Best Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro cases right now
By Josh Render last updated
Make sure you grab one of these cases to protect your Pixel phone

Best Google Pixel 10 Pro XL cases right now
By Josh Render last updated
Protect your super-sized Pixel with one of these cases

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases in 2025
By Josh Render last updated
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is here, and so are a bevy of new cases that aim to protect this premium device. These are the best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases we've spotted so far.

Buying a new phone for Black Friday? Here’s what you can do with your old hardware
By Josh Render published
Black Friday is a great time to pick up a new phone or laptop. However, there's always the question of what to do with your old device.

Have smartphone cameras hit their peak? We asked the experts to find out
By Josh Render last updated
It can feel like camera hardware on phones has hit a wall, but I wanted to see what the experts said about the future of phone cameras.

Apple’s N1 chip offers faster speeds while using weaker Wi-Fi, according to the experts at Ookla
By Josh Render published
Ookla has released a new study detailing just how powerful Apple's N1 chip is in comparison to other devices on the market.

Apple’s App Store Awards 2025: Here’s the top nominees across all categories
By Josh Render published
Apple has announced all the finalists for the 2025 App Store Awards. Here are all the entries that you can download today.

New Galaxy S26 leaks indicate some devices will feature an Exynos 2600 chip — and some bad news about the Galaxy S26 Ultra
By Josh Render published
Two new leaks have given us a better idea of some of the changes coming for Samsung's next line of phones, but they could be a hard sell for the consumer.

YouTube Music is finally adding a feature Spotify has had for years — but of course, there's a catch
By Josh Render published
A Reddit user has found a new option in their YouTube Music app that seemingly solves one of the biggest issues with the app.

Higher resolution, better power consumption and more — here's why Apple's reported iPhone display upgrade could be a game changer
By Josh Render published
Apple is reportedly developing HMO displays, which could bring significant changes to future iPhones.

I finally downloaded iOS 26 on my older iPhone — here's what I found out
By Josh Render published
I've been putting off downloading iOS 26, but I finally took the plunge to see if it's worth it on an older iPhone.

Apple Wallet now supports Digital ID — here’s how you can add your passport
By Josh Render published
Apple has started to roll out the feature that allows users to add a digital version of their passports to Apple's Digital ID feature. Here's how to add yours!

iPhone 18 could be launching later than expected — and I think that’s a terrible plan
By Josh Render published
Recently, we've heard that Apple could release the iPhone 18 six months later than the Pro model. Personally, I think this could be a terrible idea.

The iPhone Air 2 may be delayed indefinitely — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Maybe no one wants a superthin iPhone?

Your iPhone’s satellite connectivity could soon get five big upgrades
By Josh Render published
Apple is looking to develop more ways for recent iPhones to utilize satellite connections, according to a recent report.

TG Poll: Do you care about gaming phones?
By Josh Render published
Gaming phones often struggle to appeal to a broader audience, so let us know what you would like to see from companies like RedMagic and Asus.

YouTube’s AI-powered age verification is back — here’s what that means for you
By Josh Render published
YouTube has seemingly started the second wave of rollouts for its AI-backed age verification, and some people are not happy.

Forget waiting for tomorrow's Wordle - you can now make your own puzzles to challenge your friends
By Josh Render published
Wordle is now letting you make your own puzzles of up to seven letters. Here's how to do it, and some help in making some fiendishly difficult challenges.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may not get upgraded camera hardware — but this one change may improve photos anyway
By Josh Render published
A new leak indicates that Samsung may not improve the sensors for the Galaxy S26 Ultra's cameras. However, the Exynos chip could offer improved quality and video capture.
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