Richard Priday
Richard is a writer based in London, covering news, reviews, how-tos and buying guides for mobile devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops, as well as other topics like gaming and audio.
He has an impractically large collection of devices, gathered over his five years in tech journalism. Using this broad stock of gadgets, he can compare and contrast a new product's features with similar devices', and figure out if something's a new class leader, or if a different gadget can do what it does better.
While he enjoys writing about the latest iPhones and Samsung Galaxys, he's also an advocate of buying cheaper, refurbished and second-hand devices. He hopes that he can help gadget buyers to cut through the hype around new products, and upgrade to something that suits their needs and budget every time, whether it's brand new or pre-owned.
Richard has an M.A. in Magazine Journalism from the University of Sheffield's world-renowned Department of Journalism Studies, and has also written for WIRED U.K., The Register and Creative Bloq. Aside from mobile devices, he also has a great appreciation for specialty coffee, and is never seen in the office without his Aeropress close at hand.
Latest articles by Richard Priday

The best fight sticks in 2025: our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to reach the top of the ranks in your favorite arcade-style fighting game? Look no further than our pick of the best fight sticks.

Samsung Galaxy S25 users are facing charging issues — what you need to know
By Richard Priday published
Many Galaxy S25 Ultra and Plus users are having trouble with full-speed wired charging, but there are possible solutions.

I just tried Samsung Galaxy S25 Now Bar vs. iPhone 16 Pro Dynamic Island — here’s the winner
By Richard Priday published
I've tried and compared the design and features of the Samsung Galaxy S25's Now Bar against the iPhone's Dynamic Island. And both have things they could learn from each other.

iPhone SE 4 vs iPhone 16: Everything you need to know
By Richard Priday published
In advance of its likely upcoming launch, we compare the rumored iPhone SE 4 features against the iPhone 16.

iPhone 17 Pro renders show off new design — but we have doubts
By Richard Priday published
This alleged iPhone 17 Pro design fits with other leaks, but there are still questions about its accuracy.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 rumors — everything we know so far
By Richard Priday published
Samsung should be launching its new Galaxy Z Fold 7 in a few months' time, so we've been on the hunt for rumors about this new foldable.

iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: Biggest upgrades
By Richard Priday last updated
The iPhone 14 Pro brings big changes from its predecessor. Find out how big in our iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro comparison.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tipped for a massive camera upgrade — but leakers argue if it’s real or not
By Richard Priday published
Two tech leakers can't agree on whether Samsung is testing an under-display camera for next year's Galaxy S26 Ultra to replace the current selfie camera.

iPhone 14 vs iPhone 14 Plus: here's how they compare
By Richard Priday last updated
Apple’s iPhone 14 series saw the debut of the new iPhone 14 Plus model. Aside from a bigger screen, what sets it apart from the standard iPhone 14?

Galaxy A56 renders leak — here's what Samsung's next budget phone could look like
By Richard Priday published
Four renders of the budget Samsung Galaxy A56 have leaked, giving us a good idea of what to expect at launch.

I just tried the world's thinnest foldable phone — here's how it stacks up to Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Pixel 9 Pro Fold
By Richard Priday published
Our early hands-on with the Oppo Find N5, which the company declares to be the world's thinnest foldable phone so far, has left us quite impressed.

Best OnePlus phones in 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
If you want a top-quality Android phone for less, the best OnePlus phones will suit you well.

Forget Galaxy S25 — Samsung Galaxy S26 battery could get a huge upgrade
By Richard Priday published
Samsung is looking into silicon-carbon batteries for future phones, perhaps meaning a big upgrade for the Galaxy S26 series next year.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. iPhone 17 Air: What we know so far
By Philip Michaels published
Samsung has already show off the Galaxy S25 Edge, while Apple reportedly has an iPhone 17 Air in the works. It sets the stage for a battle of slim phones.

The best wireless chargers for iPhone and Android in 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
These are the best wireless chargers for keeping your iPhone or Android phone juiced up.

I've used Galaxy AI on the Galaxy S25 for a week — here's what I like and what I don't
By Richard Priday published
With AI features being a cornerstone of the Galaxy S25 experience, I've gone through all the new and improved Galaxy AI attractions to bring you a detailed rundown of what it's like using them.

Samsung Galaxy S25 review: This all-in AI bet pays off
By Richard Priday last updated
While a lot of the Galaxy S25 may be familiar, it upgrades enough and adds many new AI features to make this compact flagship phone one of the best deals in its category.

Google Pixel 9 just got one of the Samsung Galaxy S25's best AI features
By Richard Priday published
An update to Google Gemini has brought the Talk Live feature introduced on the Galaxy S25 to the Pixel 9 series and Galaxy S24 series, with a rollout for more models planned.

Best free PS4 games in 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
These are the best free PS4 games you can play right now, from multiplayer shooters to frenetic fighting games

The best gaming phone 2025 — I tested them all to crown a winner
By Richard Priday last updated
The best gaming phones won't let you down in the heat of battle. Here are our top picks.

I spent 24 hours with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s what I like and what I don’t
By Richard Priday published
My first day with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has revealed several areas where the phone remains good or has become even better, but one obvious problem remains.

Samsung execs on Galaxy S25 Galaxy AI: it will make you ‘twice as happy’
By Richard Priday published
Smarter, more helpful and still free

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16: Which phone could win?
By Richard Priday last updated
With Samsung's new phones now a reality, here's how a Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16 showdown is shaping up.
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