Josh Render
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
OnePlus 13 launch date officially revealed along with final design
By Josh Render last updated
A OnePlus social media post has officially revealed the OnePlus 13 and given a launch date for the phone in China.
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max users reporting freezing and resetting on their new iPhones — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Several reports have seen customers complain about their iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max freezing and resetting.
Android phones are about to get a big security upgrade to protect your photos
By Josh Render published
Google Play will start to enforce its policy for app developers to use Google's photo picker API rather than their own Picker programs.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro owners reporting battery drain problem — here's what we know
By Josh Render last updated
A recent report has revealed many users are having an issue with their new iPhone 16 series device where the battery is draining far too quickly.
3 features you should never compromise on when you buy a cheap phone
By Josh Render published
Looking for cheaper phones means sacrificing certain features, but there are a few things you shouldn't skimp on.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE launch date just tipped — and it’s much sooner than we thought
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has indicated that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition might be coming out much sooner than expected.
Google Photos tipped for big changes — including a new 'Timeline' feature
By Josh Render published
Two recent APK's have revealed some major changes coming to Google Photos, including a new UI and the replacement of one popular feature.
Gemini image generation just tipped for a major upgrade — here’s what’s coming
By Josh Render published
A recent APK teardown has revealed the Google Gemini could soon solve one of the more annoying parts of its image generation.
One of the best Android 15 Beta features hasn’t appeared yet — here’s why
By Josh Render published
A lot of Pixel fans are confused that the battery throttling feature seen in the Android 15 beta is missing, but there's a reason why.
Android 15 makes devices nearly impossible to steal — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Google is introducing several new security features that will make it even harder to steal compatible devices.
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE tipped for 2025 release — and it could be thinner than ever
By Josh Render published
two reports have given us a good basic idea of what to expect from the Galaxy S25 FE, including a possible release period.
iOS 18.1 makes it easy to change your Apple Account email — here’s how
By Josh Render published
iOS 18.1 will finally allow users to set a primary email address for their Apple Account.
I finally tried the iPhone Action button — and I don’t get it
By Josh Render published
The action button is interesting and it has its uses, but I'm still not a fan of how it works with certain crucial functions.
Excited for OnePlus Open 2? Here's all the rumors you need to know about
By Josh Render published
The rumor mill for the OnePlus Open 2 has already started, here's everything we know about the next OnePlus foldable.
Your Pixel 9 phone is sending a lot of data to Google — what you need to know
By Josh Render published
A recent report has revealed that Google Pixel 9 phones send a lot of user data back to Google servers.
The YouTube app is about to get a big change for millions of users — here’s how
By Josh Render published
YouTube is currently testing a new UI that tries to make the Android phone app more like a Smart TV.
Google Gemini has gotten a facelift on Android — here's what has changed
By Josh Render published
Google has improved the Gemini app with a sleek new design that streamlines the Android user experience with the app.
Prime Day may be over but you can still grab some epic savings on iPhone 16 Pro, Galaxy S24 Ultra and more
By Josh Render last updated
Prime Day might be over, but there is still time to grab some of the best deals for a new smartphone.
Samsung One UI 7 public beta is officially coming — everything you need to know
By Josh Render published
A recent response to a question on the Samsung Community Forums has revealed that there will indeed be a Public Beta for the next One UI.
Changing the iPhone 16 battery gets even easier with this new tool — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
If you just bought an iPhone 16 Pro there is a tool to make the eventual battery repair much easier.
Google Messages is about to look very different — here's what's new
By Josh Render published
A recent APK has revealed several changes coming to the Google Messages app, including a new GIF screen and more.
Amazon Prime Day discounts all three Pixel 8 phones — here’s what they’ll cost you
By Josh Render published
The Google Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8a are all on sale this Prime Day.
The Google Pixel 8 just got crazy cheap for Prime Day deals — this is the lowest price ever
By Josh Render published
The Google Pixel 8 might be last year's model, but it still has plenty to offer users. Especially now it's at its cheapest price ever during Prime Day.
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