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

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may have made its first real-life appearance in new leaked photos
By Josh Render last updated
A new leak has appeared that reportedly shows off the Galaxy S26 Ultra, including the rumored new camera block design and one potential color option.

Galaxy S26 Ultra's surprising 'hero' color just leaked — and it's definitely not orange
By Josh Render last updated
A new series of leaks has appeared to unveil Samsung’s new “hero” color for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and it doesn’t appear that the long-rumored orange shade is on the list.

Honor and Realme have revealed phones with batteries that dwarf anything that Samsung or Google have launched — and that can last a week on a single charge
By Josh Render published
While battery sizes have remained relatively stagnant, two companies have released new phones with over double the standard capacity that can apparently last a user a whole week between charges.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs OnePlus 15: Which Android heavyweight is right for you?
By Alan Martin last updated
Should you buy the OnePlus 15 today, or wait for Samsung’s next flagship? Our Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. OnePlus 15 comparison can help you plan.

The iPhone has a hidden tool to help you hang pictures and shelves — here's how to use it
By Josh Render published
If you've ever needed to check if something is actually level, then make sure your check out the level feature on your iPhone with this handy guide,

iPhone Fold specs just tipped — display sizes, cameras, Touch ID and more
By Josh Render last updated
Synopsis: A new set of specs for the iPhone Fold has been unveiled, including the screen size and cameras, which show just how Apple could compete with its main rival.

Apple's Siri set for big changes: 7 New Features with Google Gemini Integration
By Josh Render last updated
A new report has detailed several new features that Apple’s Siri could use thanks to Google Gemini’s integration.

Google Translate could soon offer alternative options when translating conversations
By Josh Render published
A recent deep dive has found a potential new feature for Google Translate that offers alternative options for what you want to say.

Verizon promises to offer credits following massive outage — 'we will make this right'
By Josh Render published
Verizon has released a statement apologizing for the issue, as well as promising credits for affected customers.

iOS 26 is still proving divisive with users months after it launched, and I think I know why
By Josh Render published
According to a recent poll, iPhone users aren't downloading iOS 26 as widely as past iPhone software updates. The reason could extend beyond complaints about the Liquid Glass interface.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra benchmarks just leaked — here's how it stacks up to iPhone 17 Pro Max
By Josh Render last updated
New Geekbench listings reveal the apparent computing power of the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Plus, alongside their RAM capacities.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could solve a problem that's plagued smartphone cameras for years.
By Josh Render published
A new leak online has indicated that Samsung could offer 24MP base images on the Galaxy S26 Ultra main camera, instead of the 12MP seen on current Galaxy S models.

Galaxy S26 launch date tipped by two biggest Samsung leakers — 'you can take it to the bank'
By Josh Render published
Early 2026 is Samsung’s time to shine

Keep your phone looking its best with these 4 tips to make your case last
By Josh Render published
Maybe you're more focused on phone maintenance than taking care of your case, too. But keeping your case in good shape can save you money in the long run.

CES 2026 LIVE — all the best new gadgets announced so far
By Jason England, Mark Spoonauer last updated
Tom's Guide is at CES 2026, bringing you all the latest news and hands-on from our team on the ground in Las Vegas!

Got a new Android phone? These are the top 5 apps that you should consider downloading first
By Josh Render published
Your phone is more than just a means to call your friends

CES 2026 Day 3 must-see gadgets: Samsung’s brightest OLED, a stair-climbing robot vac and more
By Josh Render published
The world's biggest tech event just wrapped up its third day, and Tom's Guide spent the last 24 hours scouring the show for the best new gadgets.

Motorola could challenge the iPhone Fold with a new book-style foldable phone this year
By Josh Render last updated
A leaked slide from Motorola indicates that the company could soon reveal a brand new book-like foldable phone.

Bad news Samsung fans! The Galaxy S26 could see a price increase after all
By Josh Render published
A new report has indicated that Samsung may increase the price of the basic Samsung Galaxy S26 in the Korean market.

Smartphones in 2026: These are the 5 releases we’re looking forward to
By Josh Render published
Every year brings new phones, and we're expecting a few noteworthy arrivals in 2026. Mark down your calendar for these top releases.

Google Chrome on Android is getting a big upgrade for people who hate ads
By Josh Render published
Google is rolling out a new Reading mode for Android devices that makes it much easier to use.

Phones in 2026: What we’re hoping to see (and our biggest worries)
By Josh Render published
2026 could be a fantastic year for smartphone fans, but that doesn't mean that we don't have some concerns.

Power surge: Meet the 5 longest-lasting phones we tested in 2025
By Josh Render published
We'll remember 2025 as the year phones started lasting more than 20 hours on the very demanding Tom's Guide battery test, suggesting the era of multi-day battery life is dawning.
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