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

iPhone 17 Event live updates — everything Apple announced and our reactions to iPhone Air, Apple Watch 11 and AirPods Pro 3
By Tom Pritchard, Philip Michaels, Richard Priday last updated
The iPhone 17 launch event brought eight us new products, including phones, watches and earbuds. Find out everything you need to know about the iPhone 17, Apple Watch 11. AirPods Pro 3, and more.

iPhone 17 Pro vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Which Pro iPhone is best for you?
By Richard Priday published
What's the difference between the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max? Let's take you through them.

iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 16: Biggest differences explained
By Richard Priday published
Apple's 2025 iPhone is here, so let's check the specs against those for last year's model.

iPhone Air announced — thinnest iPhone ever, specs, features, size, colors and all the upgrades
By Richard Priday published
Apple just announced the iPhone Air — here's the lowdown on this all-new flavor of iPhone

The Hypershell X Ultra is designed for adventurers — but it helped this out-of-shape tech journalist climb Berlin’s “Devil’s Hill”
By Richard Priday published
I wore Hypershell’s latest walking exoskeleton on a hike up Berlin's Teufelsberg — and my mind was blown.

This new AI voice recorder wants to be your affordable transcription device
By Richard Priday published
The Soundcore Work is an AI voice recorder you'll be able to afford and want to use, offering versatile recording options for an attractive price.

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.

I went hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 — and I'm already dreaming about all the work I could do on it
By Richard Priday published
Not yet ratedI'm surprised by how much has changed with Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 and Tab S11 Ultra tablets, with upgrades to its desktop mode and S Pen showing an even greater focus on productivity.

Samsung Galaxy G Fold rumors — everything we know about Samsung's triple foldable phone
By Richard Priday last updated
This could be the year that we see the launch of Samsung's first triple foldable phone, possibly called the Galaxy G Fold. Find out what's been rumored so far here.

Samsung Galaxy S26 just tipped for a huge speed boost
By Richard Priday published
The Samsung Galaxy S26 could once again get the best version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 from the jump, while other manufacturers will only be offered a slower version at first.

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 last updated
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.

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.

Apple just added two more iPhone models to its vintage list — here's what that means for you
By Richard Priday published
Another two iPhones are now 'vintage' as Apple prepares to launch the rumored iPhone 17

The iPhone 17 Air may be great — but I'm not sure if Apple's customers really want it
By Richard Priday published
For all the iPhone 17 Air's impressive rumored specs, there's no guarantee people will actually buy it when it launches.

iPhone Fold could feature something iPhone users have been missing for years
By Richard Priday published
Apple could equip the iPhone Fold with Touch ID unlocking, a feature that iPhone users have been wanting to return to their devices for years.

Google Pixel 10 Has Less RAM Than You May Think — and AI Is To Blame
By Richard Priday published
Google's decision to lock over a quarter of the Pixel 10's RAM for AI features only could cause performance problems for certain users, especially later in the phone's life.

What To Expect At IFA 2025: AI In Everything, The Future Of Laptops And Gaming, And Home Tech Evolves
By Jason England published
IFA 2025 is just around the corner. Here are our predictions for the big tech trends you can expect to see!

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Review: Minimal Upgrades, Maximum Impact
By Richard Priday published
I'm surprisingly impressed by how much has improved with the Pixel 10 Pro XL, considering that beyond its new AI powers, the hardware is mostly unaltered from last year.

iPhone 17 release date rumors — 3 key dates to put on your calendars
By Richard Priday last updated
Going by what's known, expected and rumored, here are the likely key dates for the iPhone 17's launch.

Google Pixel 10 Pro has a hidden display upgrade that could save you a headache
By Richard Priday published
A higher PWM dimming mode has been found on the Pixel 10 Pro, meaning that users prone to screen-induced headaches and eye strain could be saved some discomfort.

The iPhone 17 could be the last iPhone with this controversial feature
By Richard Priday published
The unpopularity and expense of the Camera Control could mean it disappears after the iPhone 17, says a new but inconclusive leak.

Google Pixel 10 is stuffed with AI features — here are the 7 we’re most excited for
By Richard Priday published
We've been checking out the features available on the Google Pixel 10 series, and these are the ones that are brand new or much improved that you need to know about.

Google Pixel 10 announced — and it's the biggest upgrade of the year
By Richard Priday published
While it's the basic model in the line-up, the Pixel 10 could be Google's best phone of the year for its features and value. Here are the key details.
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