Andy Sansom
Andy is a Trainee Writer at Tom’s Guide, which means that he sometimes makes spelling mistakes but will cover all manner of topics.
He has previously worked in copywriting and content writing both freelance and for a leading business magazine. His interests include gaming, music and sports — particularly Formula One and badminton — in which he captained his university team and still plays twice a week.
When not swinging a racquet wildly he is likely walking his dog Murray around the park or screaming at the TV for his favourite football team, Liverpool, to “run more.” And he is currently teaching himself to play guitar, albeit very slowly and much to his neighbor's annoyance.
Andy’s degree is in Creative Writing and he enjoys writing his own screenplays and submitting them to competitions in an attempt to justify three years of studying. He is ever hopeful Hollywood will one day come calling with a multi picture deal.
From a small town in Essex in the U.K., Andy attended university in Bath at a campus with sheep and rolling hills and then worked at a copywriting agency, but he has since boomeranged back to where it all began. One of triplets, Andy has always been used to sharing and loves to give and receive streaming tips.
Latest articles by Andy Sansom
iPhone Crash Detection fooled again — this time by winter activity
By Andy Sansom published
The iPhone's crash detection feature could save your life but it has also been problematic for emergency services with a number of non-emergency automated calls.
How to leave a group iMessage chat on iPhone
By Andy Sansom published
With the amount of group chats everyone is in these days, there are plenty of dormant ones or pointless conversations you don't have to be part of. Learn how to leave group iMessage chat on iPhone.
Chrome on Android just got a major multitasking upgrade
By Andy Sansom published
Google Chrome's Instance Switcher feature on mobile has been reported to be coming out of Beta. This feature will allow users to have several versions of Chrome open at once.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 could be thicker and heavier — but that may be a good thing
By Andy Sansom published
New rumors suggest the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 could be a larger and weightier model than the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
Quick! This 4K LG TV just got sliced by $700
By Andy Sansom published
This 2022 model LG TV just dropped back to its Black Friday price — that's $700 off a stunning QNED 4K TV at Best Buy.
How to enable dark mode on iPhone
By Andy Sansom published
Knowing how to enable dark mode on iPhone is particularly useful if you spend a long time staring at your phone in poorly lit areas.
Sony's Gran Turismo movie release date and everything we know
By Andy Sansom last updated
Sony's long-running Gran Turismo video game series is getting a movie. It releases in August 2023 and follows the true story of real-life racer Jann Mardenborough.
FluentPet lets your dog text you with the touch of a button
By Andy Sansom published
Talking dogs may sound like the stuff of fairytales but FluentPet's system of buttons can teach dogs to express themselves in a whole new way.
7 things I learned from using my George Foreman grill
By Andy Sansom published
George Foreman grills are a great way to cook things quickly and easily, particularly for those with limited cooking skills — here are my tips after using one for six years.
Nintendo Switch 2 still expected in 2024 claims industry insider — but we need it sooner
By Andy Sansom published
The follow-up console to the Nintendo Switch is likely not going to be released until at least 2024 according to industry analyst Piers Harding-Rolls.
Chelsea vs Man City live stream and how to watch Premier League game online
By Andy Sansom published
The Chelsea vs Man City live stream will see the blues aiming to rectify some poor recent results against the champions. Here's how to watch it live, wherever you are.
New Asus Xbox PC controller packs an OLED screen and killer connectivity
By Andy Sansom published
Asus has revealed a new Xbox PC controller with an OLED screen built in, but that's not all it's capable of.
Preserve your favorite songs for next year with Spotify’s Playlist in a Bottle
By Andy Sansom published
Spotify has launched its new Playlist in a Bottle feature, giving users the chance to hand-pick songs to appear on a playlist for them in January 2024.
iPhone batteries are getting more expensive — here's when the price goes up
By Andy Sansom published
The cost of replacing the battery for your iPhone, and other Apple devices, looks set to rise for users who don't have a warranty.
Wow — new Samsung Flex Hybrid prototype folds and slides
By Andy Sansom published
Samsung has announced a brand new prototype display to be shown at CES 2023. The Flex Hybrid display features both a folding and sliding display.
Nintendo Switch 'severe vulnerability' patched — what you need to know
By Andy Sansom published
Nintendo's own games could have put your Switch and personal security at risk from simply playing online with others.
How to do a hanging indent in Google Docs
By Andy Sansom published
It's not obvious how to do a hanging indent in Google Docs but luckily it is actually quite simple once you know how.
Aston Villa vs Liverpool live stream and how to watch Premier League game online
By Andy Sansom published
Here's how to watch the Aston Villa vs Liverpool live stream online, wherever you are.
Activate this one setting to boost your Android phone's battery life
By Andy Sansom last updated
One of the best ways to save battery on your Android phone is to restrict background data and stop apps from constantly refreshing and updating while you're out and about.
Amazon Echo now lets you control Matter smart home gadgets — what you need to know
By Andy Sansom published
Amazon's Alexa enabled Echo devices are now compatible with the Matter universal smart home system, joining the likes of Google and Apple.
Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds just hit cheapest price ever — and we think they rock
By Andy Sansom last updated
The Sony WF-1000XM4 are some of our favorite wireless earbuds — and this holiday deal as them at the best ever ever price on Amazon.
Apple TV just got tipped for Android phones
By Andy Sansom published
Apple TV could soon be made available on Android phones, allowing the streaming service to reach more users.
How to screen record on Android
By Andy Sansom published
Knowing how to screen record on Android is a very handy way tool to explain things and share content with others.