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

Thinking of a new phone? This carrier just swept the awards for best performance and reliability
By Richard Priday last updated
Verizon just scored a major win in U.S. carrier ranking, so keep that in mind if you're thinking of buying a Galaxy S26

Apple's new Gemini-powered Siri is finally coming in February — everything you need to know
By Richard Priday last updated
Apple should finally launch its Siri 2.0 features in iOS 26.4 next month, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says even more is coming to Siri this summer as a result of Apple and Google's AI deal.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold is a 10-inch tablet that fits in your pocket — but there’s a big catch
By Richard Priday last updated
After going hands-on with the Galaxy Z TriFold, it feels like Samsung has either developed the future or a super-expensive flop.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could be 'the killer of screen protector manufacturers' — here's why
By Richard Priday published
The Galaxy S26 Ultra's display could be so advanced you'll have no need for a screen protector, says a new rumor.

iPhone Air 2 tipped to launch this fall, but with only 'minor changes'
By Richard Priday published
A new iPhone Air 2 rumor claims Apple will launch the device this year rather than waiting until 2027, although there may not be much changing from the original model.

iPhone 18 Pro renders reveal the two big design changes we can expect from Apple's 2026 flagship phones
By Richard Priday published
The rumored new colors and reworked display notch for the iPhone 18 Pro are easy to see in these leak-based renders.

iPhone 18 tipped to get a 'different pricing policy' — here's what you need to know
By Richard Priday last updated
The iPhone 18 won't escape a RAMageddon-inflicted price increase, says a new rumor, but Apple may have a workaround to keep some models at the same price

Samsung Galaxy S26 — 7 biggest rumored upgrades so far
By Richard Priday published
The Samsung Galaxy S26 could be just a month away from launching, so here's the top 7 improvements that have been rumored so far.

We've tested the best Android phones available right now from Samsung, Google, OnePlus and more
By Richard Priday last updated
Our list of the best Android phones at every size and for every budget will help you make the right choice.

iPhone 18 Pro specs just tipped in new report — here's all the upgrades inside and out for the new iPhone
By Richard Priday last updated
iPhone 18 Pro specs leak reveals identical displays and body, but expect big changes under the surface.

Verizon outage is 'resolved' — latest updates and Verizon to offer $20 account credits
By Scott Younker last updated
Verizon's network has seemingly gone down replacing the network bars with an 'SOS' symbol

The best gaming phone 2026 — I tested them all to crown a winner
By Richard Priday last updated
The best gaming phones won't let you down in the heat of battle. Here are our top picks.

Apple may be using titanium and a 'liquid metal' hinge in the iPhone Fold — here's how this could make it the best foldable phone yet
By Richard Priday published
The iPhone Fold could use both titanium and 'liquid metal' according to new design leaks, helping reduce the crease in the display and the phone's weight.

iPhone 18 Pro leaker just tipped biggest design change in nearly a decade as models enter 'sample production'
By Richard Priday published
No more notch?

Your iPhone has a hidden face-blurring feature — here's how to use it in the Photos app
By Richard Priday published
I never knew my iPhone could pixelate faces in photos, but here's where it's hidden and how to use it.

Best OnePlus phones in 2026
By Richard Priday last updated
If you want a top-quality Android phone for less, the best OnePlus phones will suit you well.

Samsung’s creaseless foldable display concept may not make it into the iPhone Fold after all — here’s what the latest rumors say
By Richard Priday published
Samsung's creaseless foldable display concept may not make it into the iPhone Fold after all, as it may use different materials compared to the version Samsung will use for its own next-gen foldable.

Samsung Galaxy S26 could be more expensive due to RAM shortage — but one of the company's execs still has a positive outlook
By Richard Priday published
Not even Samsung's own flagship phones will be safe from the RAM shortage, suggests Samsung's global marketing boss, but he hasn't confirmed a price increase for its new phone just yet.

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!

Honor Magic8 Pro review: So good that you’ll be annoyed you can’t get it
By Richard Priday published
RecommendedHonor clearly listened to critiques when developing this phone

Asus has stated it has no new phones in store for 2026 — and that’s bad news for all Android fans
By Richard Priday published
Support will continue, but don't expect any fresh handsets

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.

Foldable phones had a big year in 2025, and iPhone Fold’s arrival in 2026 could bring even bigger things
By Richard Priday published
Here's how foldable phones fared in 2025, and what we can look forward to in 2026, including Apple's first attempt at a folding phone.
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