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

I test camera phones for a living — here's 3 tips for taking great macro shots
By Richard Priday published
Macro photography is a challenge, and even more so on phones. So here are some hints on how to improve your close-up photos.

Samsung Galaxy A56 review: Great value but low-powered
By Richard Priday last updated
Well-priced and well-rounded, except for its performance

Google Pixel 9a vs iPhone 16e: Which mid-range phone is better for you?
By Richard Priday last updated
Google's Pixel 9a is official, so it's time for it to square up against the iPhone 16e and show us what it's made of.

iPhone Flip could solve one of the biggest problems with foldable phones — here's how
By Richard Priday published
The iPhone Flip could have surprisingly good battery life thanks to more efficient display circuitry, says a new leak.

iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.

iPhone 17 Air just tipped for exclusive upgrade regular iPhone 17 won't get
By Richard Priday published
Apple reportedly plans to offer its new C1 modem in the iPhone 17 Air, but no other iPhone 17 models. Fortunately, all iPhone 17s could benefit from new Apple-designed Wi-Fi chips.

iPhone 17 Air report just revealed a big surprise about battery life — and Apple scrapped this screen idea
By Richard Priday last updated
Apple will stick with the usual USB-C port for the iPhone 17 Air, but portless iPhones could come later if Apple leadership is impressed with its performance.

iOS 19's big redesign is tipped to bring a whole new look and unite all of Apple's devices — and pave the way for a foldable iPhone
By Richard Priday published
The goal behind the new design rumored for iOS 19 is to make it better to use and more in-line with Apple's other devices, plus make preparations for foldable devices.

I took 200 macro photos with Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs. iPhone 16 Pro — here's the winner
By Richard Priday published
Seven rounds of photos and 200 shots later, we have reached a verdict as to whether the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or iPhone 16 Pro Max is the better macro photography phone.

The best wireless chargers for iPhone and Android in 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
These are the best wireless chargers for keeping your iPhone or Android phone juiced up.

iPhone 16e is facing Bluetooth problems — here's what's going on
By Richard Priday published
iPhone 16e owners are complaining that being connected to multiple Bluetooth devices affects their audio playback, with no official solution from Apple currently offered.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus review: Watch out iPad Pro
By Richard Priday published
The Galaxy Tab S10 Plus is overshadowed by its Ultra sibling, but its smaller size, impressive display, stylus, and software make it a brilliant premium tablet nonetheless.

You can now try Samsung's latest One UI 7 software on your iPhone — here's how
By Richard Priday published
Try Galaxy's One UI 7 update lets you check out Samsung features on any other phone, thanks to a clever browser app.

Google Chrome just updated its rules to stop future Honey scandals: here's what's changed
By Richard Priday published
Google has updated its Chrome extension rules to prevent extensions from adding affiliate links without the user knowing, the alleged tactic used by Honey to take sales from other sources.

iOS 19 just tipped for 'most dramatic overhaul' in Apple's history
By Richard Priday last updated
Apple's upcoming updates to iOS, macOS and iPadOS could make them look quite different, as all three could borrow elements from visionOS.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs. iPhone 17 Air: What we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
Samsung has already show off the Galaxy S25 Edge, while Apple reportedly has an iPhone 17 Air in the works. It sets the stage for a battle of slim phones.

iPhone 17 Air dummy model shows off Apple’s big design change
By Richard Priday published
3D-printed models of the iPhone 17 Air and iPhone 17 Pro show potential designs of these new phones off in clear detail — including the big changes.

iOS 19 may bring Apple Intelligence powers to more iPhone apps — but without any big new features
By Richard Priday published
Apple expert Mark Gurman says not to expect many fresh Apple Intelligence features from iOS 19, but to look for big changes in visionOS 3.

Triple foldables at MWC — a growing trend, but not quite ready
By Richard Priday published
More triple foldables popped up at MWC this year. But apart from select cases, most can't be bought or even used yet.

I just went hands-on with this solar-powered laptop — and it makes a lot more sense than I thought
By Richard Priday published
The Yoga Solar PC Concept is not the wildest idea at MWC, but it shows how solar power could be a feasible way of powering otherwise conventional laptops.

Forget Galaxy S25 Edge — I just went hands-on with the world’s thinnest phone
By Richard Priday last updated
Thinner than the rumored thickness of the Galaxy S25 Edge, the Tecno Spark Slim is a concept phone that's beaten Apple and Samsung to the punch.

Nubia has a sequel to its cheap flip foldable, featuring an increase in price but a better rounded design.
By Richard Priday published
Nubia Flip 2 5G is a more expensive — but still cheap — flip foldable phone

Nothing Phone 3a first look — the most exciting budget phone of MWC
By Richard Priday published
Nothing has revealed both the Phone 3a and Phone 3a Pro a day early, confirming a few details ahead of the official launch.
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