Articles by Jamie Richards, Mobile Computing Staff Writer

Jamie is a Mobile Computing Staff Writer for TechRadar, responsible for covering phones and tablets. A lifelong tech-obsessive, Jamie began his writing career as a music blogger before studying journalism at Goldsmiths College, and joined TechRadar in 2024. He thinks the iPhone 5S is the greatest phone of all time, but is currently an Android user.

As well as reporting on the latest in mobile hardware, software, and industry developments, Jamie specialises in features and long-form pieces that dive into the latest phone and tablet trends. He can also be found writing for the site's Audio and Streaming sections from time to time, or behind the decks as a DJ at local venues around London.

Articles by: Jamie Richards

4 ways the iPhone 17 can catch up to the Samsung Galaxy S25

By Jamie Richards published 7 September 25

When it comes to base-model flagships, Apple’s Android rivals are pulling ahead – here’s how the standard iPhone 17 can catch up to the Samsung Galaxy S25.

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Max in a collage

iPhone 17 rumors rated – what to really expect at next week's Apple event

By Axel Metz published 6 September 25

We detail five of the biggest iPhone 17 rumors and share our verdicts on how likely they are to come to fruition.

Apple iPhone 16 in Pink, Teal, and Ultra Marine

Another big Apple event tip has landed: get ready for the iPhone 17, Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3, and more

By Jamie Richards published 5 September 25

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has shared a list of every new device we’re expecting to see announced at the Apple Event on September 9.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, lock screen on

I tried the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, and it’s a productivity powerhouse that takes the fight to iPadOS 26

By Jamie Richards published 4 September 25

Samsung has revealed the Galaxy Tab S11, which boasts a new streamlined version of DeX and deep AI integration – and it lands just in time to take the fight to Apple’s iPadOS 26-updated iPads.

The iPhone 17 Pro could get a 48MP telephoto camera, which is way more exciting than it sounds – let me explain

By Jamie Richards published 3 September 25

The iPhone 17 Pro is tipped to get a higher-res telephoto camera, which could make the entire camera system feel more powerful and consistent.

5 ways the iPhone 17 Pro can overshadow the Google Pixel 10 Pro

By Jamie Richards published 2 September 25

With the Google Pixel 10 Pro out now and the iPhone 17 Pro right around the corner, we’ve listed the ways Apple can score a win against its Android rival

4 ways the iPhone 17 can improve on the iPhone 16

By Jamie Richards published 31 August 25

The iPhone 17 is almost definitely right around the corner – here are the 4 things I want to see Apple improve on with this year’s flagship.

There could be a new three-year plan for the iPhone – here's how Apple can get it right

By Jamie Richards published 30 August 25

Rumors suggest Apple has committed to a new three-year plan for the iPhone, with three inventive new models joining or augmenting the trusty four-model flagship line-up. Here’s what we want to see.

An indigo Google Pixel 10 phone on a marble surface

The Google Pixel 10 has a controversial battery feature you can’t turn off, but it’s not a deal-breaker – here’s why

By Jamie Richards published 27 August 25

A highly-charged issue

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the first IP68 folding phone, and that's a huge deal – here's why

By Jamie Richards published 24 August 25

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is now the easy – if you ask me, only – choice for folding phone fans. IP68 is a huge step forwards for these cutting-edge and complex devices.

'It could change lives': HMD debuts the 'pornography incompatible' HMD Fuse kids' smartphone – and it really does work

By Jamie Richards published 21 August 25

HMD has teamed up with British online safety company SafeToNet to create a phone for kids that blocks the creation, sending, and receipt of nude images.

If Google wants the Pixel 10 to beat the iPhone 17, I think it should bring back its best-ever feature

By Jamie Richards published 17 August 25

Wherefore art thou, unlimited Photos storage?

Google Pixel 9 in Wintergreen showing back camera bar

The Google Pixel 10 could come with 60W charging – and I hope Apple and Samsung are taking notes

By Jamie Richards published 16 August 25

The Google Pixel 10 series is rumored to get much improved charging speeds thanks to a newly increased 60W power draw across all four models – here’s hoping Apple and Samsung are taking notes.

Apple's rumored iPhone release schedule shake-up could be one of its worst ideas in years – here's why

By Jamie Richards published 13 August 25

If Apple does indeed split the release windows for the 2026 IPhones, it could kill one of the biggest tech events of the year.

If the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold gets this rumored upgrade, I’ll recommend it over any other folding phone

By Jamie Richards last updated 13 August 25

IP68 would be truly great

Considering de-Googling? Unplugged just relaunched its privacy-first smartphone, and it earns "zero revenue from customer usage"

By Jamie Richards published 12 August 25

Unplugged makes the UP Phone, a privacy-focused device with some unique features and a high price tag – we spoke with CEO and ex-Apple special projects lead Joe Weil to find out more.

There’s only one way folding phones can get thinner, but I don’t think it’s time to ditch USB-C ports yet

By Jamie Richards published 11 August 25

There’s power in ports

Apple iPhone 16 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL in Coral Mous case and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra camera close-ups

5 ways the Google Pixel 10 Pro can get ahead of the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra

By Jamie Richards published 9 August 25

With these 5 upgrades, the Google Pixel 10 can get a head start on the iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra attached to keyboard

Rumored Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra details shared in major specs dump

By Jamie Richards published 8 August 25

A leaker has shared what are claimed to be the specs for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S11, Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, and Galaxy Tab S10 Lite.

Google stops selling the Pixel 6a following reports of battery issues and units catching fire

By Jamie Richards published 7 August 25

Google has pulled the Pixel 6a from its online refurbished storefront with no official reason – though the move follows several reports of overheating and units catching fire.

3 upgrades the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold needs to be taken seriously against the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

By Jamie Richards published 7 August 25

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is possibly the best folding phone ever made. If the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold wants a chance of beating it, Google needs to make some essential improvements.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge from a 3/4 angle with black lights and an Android figuring blurred in the background

The Galaxy S26 Edge could be even thinner with a bigger battery, which sounds too good to be true – but I hope it is

By Jamie Richards published 7 August 25

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge could be even thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge, suggesting Samsung is serious about pushing its new slimmed-down flagship series forwards.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro on an orange background

The Google Pixel 10 could use Gemini to teach you how to take better photos, and even as an AI skeptic, I’m excited to try it

By Jamie Richards published 6 August 25

The Google Pixel 10 series could come with a new feature called Camera Coach, which would use Gemini AI to help you take better photos.

A YouTuber is folding and unfolding the Galaxy Z Fold 7 200,000 times in an extreme durability test livestream

By Jamie Richards published 4 August 25

At the time of writing, a YouTuber based in South Korea is currently putting the Galaxy Z Fold 7 through an extreme durability test, and livestreaming the whole thing.

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 costs too much – but this could actually be a good thing for folding phones

By Jamie Richards published 2 August 25

At a starting price of $1,999 / £1,899 / AU$2,899, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the most expensive mainstream smartphone on the market – but I think that high price could bring some positive changes.

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