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 VR games in 2024
By Jason England last updated
These are the best VR games you can play on the best VR headsets — from Meta Quest 3 to PSVR 2.
iPhone 16 sales are not as big as previous years — here’s why
By Richard Priday published
Lead times for the iPhone 16 series models are shorter than previous years, which could mean less interest from buyers, or better judgment of demand from Apple.
iPhone 16 wait times are up to a month long — 5 useful things you can do in the meantime
By Richard Priday published
If you've got days or weeks to wait until your iPhone 16 appears on your doorstep, you can use your time wisely and prepare a few things.
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?
I just went hands-on with Huawei’s triple-foldable phone — and I’m amazed
By Richard Priday published
Huawei's won the race to ship the first triple foldable phone: the Mate XT Ultimate Design. And I got to try it out.
iOS 18: The biggest new features available on your iPhone
By Richard Priday last updated
iOS 18 is here and ready to install on your iPhone. Here's what you need to know about the latest features and what's missing from this initial release.
iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro: All the biggest differences
By Scott Younker published
Apple's new iPhone 16 Pro got a few updates, but should you upgrade from the iPhone 15 Pro?
iPhone 16 can be restored wirelessly if the worst happens — what you need to know
By Richard Priday published
If you need to put your iPhone 16 into Recovery mode, you can now get it out of it again with an iOS 18-compatible iPhone, not just a desktop or laptop.
iPhone 16 Pro vs iPhone 15 Pro: The biggest upgrades
By Richard Priday last updated
There have been a surprising amount of changes between the iPhone 15 Pro and the new iPhone 16 Pro. Let us take you through them.
iOS 18 is live now — how to download and 9 features you need to try first
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Apple is rolling out iOS 18 to users of compatible iPhones from September 16. And these our the 9 new features you should try once you install it.
Here's when you can get iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia and watchOS 11 on your devices
By Dave LeClair last updated
Final versions of Apple's software updates are on the way, as Apple sets a date to launch iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia and watchOS 11.
The latest iOS 18.1 beta has accidentally disabled one of its key features
By Richard Priday published
The latest iOS 18.1 beta is having Siri problems as users are faced with pop-ups about finishing downloads that never happen.
Best free PS4 games in 2024
By Richard Priday last updated
These are the best free PS4 games you can play right now, from multiplayer shooters to frenetic fighting games
Two of the iPhone 16's video features could be coming to older iPhones via iOS 18
By Richard Priday published
iOS 18 may give all compatible iPhones a watered-down version of the iPhone 16's video playback speed adjustment feature, plus the option to pause recordings as you make them.
iPhone 16's MagSafe upgrade is a change I’ve wanted for ages — but now there’s a new problem
By Richard Priday published
The iPhone 16 launch introduced a new, faster MagSafe, but it will probably require you to upgrade your charger to use it.
Best OnePlus phones 2024
By Richard Priday last updated
If you want a top-quality Android phone for less, the best OnePlus phones will suit you well.
Your iPad has a hidden battery health feature — here’s how to check it
By Richard Priday last updated
There is battery health data stored on your iPad, but you won't find it in the Battery menu. Here's a couple of ways to check it manually.
The best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
From couch co-op essentials to competitive sports and fighting games, here are the best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games for your next big get-together.
iPhone 16 Camera Control could be copied by Android — this looks like the next smartphone trend
By Richard Priday published
Android phone makers Oppo and Nubia may be adding iPhone 16-style Camera Control buttons to their next flagship phones.
I have half a dozen USB-C chargers in my house — none of them charge the Pixel 9 Pro XL at full speed
By Richard Priday last updated
Despite my best efforts, I couldn't charge the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL at full speed, despite owning many different chargers.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro colors: Here's your options
By Richard Priday last updated
Here's a guide to all the colors you can pick for your new iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 announced with A18 chip, new Camera Control button and Apple Intelligence
By Richard Priday published
Apple's basic iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have burst onto the scene with a colorful new design, a new Camera Control button and an AI-focused A18 chip.
I took over 250 photos with the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 — here's the winner
By Richard Priday published
With five cameras each to test, we conducted in-depth testing of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 6's photography skills to see which was best.
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