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
iPhone SE 4 potential release window just tipped by fresh leak — here's when the new cheap iPhone could arrive
By Josh Render published
A report has indicated that the camera modules for the iPhone SE 4 will start mass production of the camera modules, which could hint at an upcoming release date.
Samsung Galaxy S25 could globally launch with Snapdragon 8 Elite — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
New reports have seemingly confirmed that the Galaxy S25 series will globally launch with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.
Android users can finally back up and transfer health data between devices — here's how
By Josh Render published
A recent update has allowed Health Connect to finally back up and a import data.
iOS 18.2 aims to fix one of the Photos app's most annoying features
By Josh Render published
The recent iOS 18.2 beta seemingly removes the annoying white border from videos in the Photos app.
YouTube looks set to change gesture controls for fullscreen videos — here's what's coming
By Josh Render published
a user on X has revealed a change to gestures that will allow users to scroll to the next video when watching fullscreen. However, it looks to be replacing the same gesture that exits fullscreen.
iPhone 17 Air leaker just revealed bad news about the design
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has indicated that the iPhone 17 Air might not be quite as thin as we would have hoped.
Google could be bringing the Gemini app to iPhone — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent user has spotted the Google Gemini app in the iOS app store, meaning a powerful chatbot is on it's way.
I was a phone engineer and here are the best tips to keep your Android phone battery healthy
By Josh Render published
Keeping your android phone's battery healthy is easy with these tips.
Google's main search app is getting a very useful upgrade — what you need to know
By Josh Render published
A recent report has revealed that Google is adding a new Activity tab to the Google app, making it much easier to check your history.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE just launched and it's already getting a discount ahead of Black Friday
By Josh Render published
The Galaxy S24 FE is at its lowest price ever, making now a great time to grab this affordable device.
iOS 18.2 will make it easier than ever to connect your iPhone to your Mac — here’s how
By Josh Render published
iOS 18.2 is finally allowing you to use your facial recognition when connecting to a new computer.
Google Pixel phones are finally getting battery charging limit options — what this means for you
By Josh Render published
Android 15's battery saving feature has made an appearance on Google Pixel phones, making it easier than ever to keep your battery healthy.
Google Pixel’s next update revealed by Verizon — here’s what's coming
By Josh Render published
Verizon has leaked the details for the next update on it's store page, including upcoming fixes.
Google Contacts could let you set emojis as a profile picture — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Google is adding the option to create new contact pictures using emojis and monograms.
Own a Google Pixel? One of its best AI features is about to get even more useful
By Josh Render published
Google could be planning a massive update for the Pixel's Screenshots app, including new features and a UI overhaul.
Sharing images on Google Photos will be more streamlined in new update — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Google is replacing the people icon with a new bell symbol, which in turn will take you to a new update menu.
Samsung's One UI 7 beta tipped for mid-November launch alongside possible new summary feature — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed the possible launch date for One UI 7's beta release later this month.
Leaked documents reveal Google’s plans for the Pixel 11a — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed how Google may incorporate the Tensor chip into the Pixel 11a.
Android 16 confirmed for early release — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Android 16 will be here sooner than expected
Your kids can now make contactless payments with Google Wallet — here's how it works
By Josh Render published
Google has announced that it will soon bring tap-to-pay to kids If they have a Family Link account.
YouTube tests removing viewer counts — here’s what we know
By Josh Render last updated
A recent post has revealed that YouTube is testing a new homepage that removes the view count and likes on displayed videos.
Google Chrome just got three new modes — and it's a game changer for performance
By Josh Render last updated
Google is adding three new modes to Google Chrome to help help control the amount of memory it uses.
Apple’s App Store just tipped for a big AI upgrade — here’s what to expect
By Josh Render published
Apple is reportedly planning to bring AI summaries for App Store reviews.
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