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David Nield

Dave is a freelance tech journalist who has been writing about gadgets, apps and the web for more than two decades. Based out of Stockport, England, on TechRadar you'll find him covering news, features and reviews, particularly for phones, tablets and wearables. Working to ensure our breaking news coverage is the best in the business over weekends, David also has bylines at Gizmodo, T3, PopSci and a few other places besides, as well as being many years editing the likes of PC Explorer and The Hardware Handbook.

Articles by: David Nield

Heardle is like Wordle, but for music – here's how to play

By David Nield published 5 March 22

Tired of Wordle? Ready for something a little more musical? Heardle could be the spin-off you've been looking for.

Russia blocks access to Facebook and Twitter

By David Nield published 5 March 22

Russians can no longer get at information on Facebook and Twitter, and Facebook is banning Russian ads.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 face forwards with the screen on.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 review

By David Nield last updated 29 April 22

While the Redmi Note 11 from Xiaomi won't exactly blow you away, it gives you plenty of smartphone for your money.

The iPhone SE 3 could get a significant price drop according to one analyst

By David Nield published 27 February 22

There are reports that Apple is considering reducing the price of the 2022 iPhone SE while still adding 5G.

iPhone 14 Pro schematic leak shows how Apple might replace the notch

By David Nield published 27 February 22

After five years it looks as though Apple may be getting rid of the notch – at least on the Pro editions of the iPhone 14.

Apple patent describes a Mac that fits inside a keyboard

By David Nield published 26 February 22

The latest Apple patent to be published shows a keyboard that doubles up as a computer you can carry around with you.

Meta AR/VR OS rumours hint at few software changes for the Oculus Quest 3

By David Nield published 26 February 22

Meta (previously known as Facebook) is said to be moving some of its software engineers to different teams.

The Xiaomi 12 Ultra might be launching as soon as July

By David Nield published 20 February 22

There have been doubts about the existence of the Xiaomi 12 Ultra, but new rumors suggest it's on the way.

The next flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon chip could have a major video upgrade

By David Nield published 20 February 22

The video codec favored by the likes of YouTube and Netflix should be supported by Qualcomm's flagship 2023 chipset.

A hand press the button on the Nest Doorbell mounted on a door frame

Google confirms its Nest cams and doorbells struggle to charge in the cold

By David Nield published 19 February 22

A new support document from Google clarifies the temperatures where your Google Nest device will start to struggle.

Pixel 7 chipset and codenames may have been revealed by Android 13

By David Nield published 19 February 22

We may have got another glimpse of the Google Tensor 2 CPU in the developer preview of Android 13.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 render leaks out as chipset gets confirmed

By David Nield published 13 February 22

OnePlus has revealed more about the specs of its upcoming affordable phone, and we get a sneak peek of its looks too.

Samsung pauses some Galaxy Tab S8 preorders due to 'overwhelming demand'

By David Nield published 13 February 22

At the moment you can't put your name down for the standard model or the Ultra model if you live in the US.

The Motorola Edge 30 Pro appears in newly leaked images

By David Nield published 12 February 22

See a smart folio case and a stylus together with what could be Motorola's flagship phone for 2022.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus might be here earlier than we thought

By David Nield published 12 February 22

The release date for the upgraded chip is apparently being brought forward, if the latest leak is to be believed.

The back of the Oppo Find X3 Pro in blue.

Oppo Find X5 Pro leaks reveal all about the upcoming flagship phone

By David Nield published 6 February 22

With less than a month until its expected launch, the Oppo Find X5 Pro sounds like a flagship worth waiting for.

Apple Music cuts its free trial period from 3 months to 1 month

By David Nield published 6 February 22

After six years, Apple is cutting the length of the Apple Music free trial period in every country where it's available.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra storage options could depend on where you live

By David Nield published 5 February 22

A new leak around the S22 Ultra suggests that the 1TB variant isn't going to be available in all markets

iPhone SE 3, iPad Air 5 tipped to appear at an Apple event on March 8

By David Nield published 5 February 22

Apple has its eyes on Tuesday, March 8 as the date for its next hardware unveiling extravaganza, according to a report.

Sony Xperia 1 IV rumors cover camera and other specs of the upcoming flagship

By David Nield published 30 January 22

The Xperia 1 IV looks set to improve on the Xperia 1 III in a number of key ways, according to the latest leak.

It sounds like WhatsApp for iPad could still be happening

By David Nield published 30 January 22

Comments by the head of WhatsApp, Will Cathcart, suggest we can expect a launch sometime in the future.

Google Pixel C tablet face up on a table.

Another Google Pixel tablet could be on the way before too long

By David Nield published 29 January 22

Based on several job listings, it looks as though Google wants to put a lot of effort behind an Android tablet push.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 series of phones lying face down.

Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab S8 marketing materials leak out

By David Nield published 29 January 22

What seem to be official marketing materials from Samsung have appeared online, revealing plenty about these upcoming devices.

The Samsung Galaxy S21, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus, and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones facing away from the camera.

More Galaxy S22 leaks hint at launch date, prices and specs

By David Nield published 23 January 22

We've got some more information to share about the Galaxy S22, the Galaxy S22 Plus, and the Galaxy S22 Ultra.

The Google Pixel 6a looks likely to launch in May

By Jitendra Soni, David Nield last updated 24 January 22

It looks as though Google might be changing the launch cycle for these affordable devices

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