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
Google Pixel 8a price hike rumored — but it may not be as bad as it seems
By Richard Priday published
The Google Pixel 8a leaks again, popping up in an Instagram Story and on an advert with some eyebrow-raisingly expensive pricing.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro dummies leak — and their cases reveal two big changes
By Richard Priday published
New iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro dummy image shows how iPhone cases are going to have to adapt to the new shape of the standard model's cameras, and Apple's new Capture button feature.
iOS 18 Notes app tipped for two major upgrades — what's coming to your iPhone
By Richard Priday last updated
Voice recording and Math Notes could be two key things that iOS 18 adds to your iPhone's Notes app when the update arrives later this year.
Samsung Galaxy S25 and other future Android flagships may get XL batteries — here's why
By Richard Priday published
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip that could power your next Android phone seems to require larger batteries in order to keep it running, says a new leak.
Samsung Galaxy A55 review: A great cheap phone all-around
By Richard Priday published
A straightforward upgrade to the previous generation, the Galaxy A55 shows Samsung can still make a cheap phone work well as its rivals' prices start to rise.
Samsung Galaxy S24's best feature could soon get a big usability upgrade
By Richard Priday published
Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones' Circle to Search feature could get some usability upgrades according to statements made on a Made by Google Podcast episode.
iPhone 16 Pro major camera upgrade just leaked — no more lens flare?
By Richard Priday last updated
Apple's working on a new lens coating for its iPhone cameras, and it could help the iPhone 16 Pro deal with lens flares and other problems.
iPhone 16 Plus could get the worst downgrade of any iPhone 16 — here's why
By Richard Priday published
Recent rumors have claimed that the iPhone 16 Plus could be losing battery capacity, and that could mean it loses exactly what made previous Plus models worthwhile.
Android 15 beta is available now for Google Pixel users — here's how to download it
By Richard Priday published
Google's allowing owners of recent Google Pixel devices to download Android 15 in beta form. And this is how to do it.
Best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases
By Brittany Vincent last updated
Grab one of the best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases to ensure your phone is safe from harm.
iPhone 16 colors may have the widest selection of any iPhone so far — including two new options
By Richard Priday published
Apple could offer its widest choice of colors for an iPhone ever on the iPhone 16, with two new additions since the iPhone 15 expected too according to a leaker.
iPhone 16 Pro Max rumored to feature an upgraded camera — and extra-long battery life
By Richard Priday published
A boatful of iPhone 16 leaks have suggested the new models could get battery, storage and camera improvements, plus a couple of new colors.
Sony Xperia 5 V review: Small, strange and surprising
By Richard Priday published
Sony’s smartphone is definitely not like other Android flagships
Google Pixel 8a real-life photos leak — and they reveal some bad news
By Richard Priday published
It's exciting to see the Pixel 8a potentially in the flesh pre-launch, but these leaked images seem to show that Google has not improved the display's bezels since last year.
How to photograph the April 2024 solar eclipse with your smartphone
By Richard Priday published
These are our 9 tips on how to get the best smartphone photo of the April 2024 solar eclipse, happening on April 8.
iPhone 16 battery sizes just tipped for every model — here's the biggest upgrades
By Richard Priday published
The latest rumor for the iPhone 16 series' batteries claims that the capacity of all models except for the Plus will increase.
iPhone 16 display could get a big upgrade — but there's a problem
By Richard Priday last updated
Thinner borders around the display could be a big new feature for at least some iPhone 16 models, but right now Apple's suppliers are struggling to make it work.
Best iPhone 12 mini cases in 2024
By Richard Priday, Brittany Vincent last updated
Deck out your diminutive device with one of the best iPhone 12 mini cases. We've found a variety of cases that fit all needs.
iPhone 16 Pro design could feature a new type of glass in these four colors
By Richard Priday last updated
The iPhone 16 Pro's new colors could be applied via a technique we didn't see on the iPhone 15 Pro, but did on the standard iPhone 15.
iOS 17.5 beta is live — here’s the new features for your iPhone
By Richard Priday last updated
The first developer beta for iOS 17.5 brings with it the option to download apps from websites in the EU, and stalking alerts for third-party trackers.
GTA 6 — everything we know so far
By Richard Priday last updated
This is what has been revealed, leaked and rumored about the next installment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise including its very first trailer.
iPhone Flip could be canceled according to analysts — but there’s good news, too
By Richard Priday published
The continued pushing back of the iPhone Flip's alleged release date and possible display issues have analysts worried Apple may give up on its foldable phone.
The iPhone SE 4 is reportedly getting a big downgrade and it's all thanks to Samsung
By Richard Priday published
Samsung won't be building the screens for the iPhone SE 4 says new reporting, leaving Apple with a new, unproven source of displays.
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