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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

Xiaomi Poco M4 Pro 5G face up with the screen on.

Xiaomi Poco M4 Pro 5G review

By David Nield published 22 January 22

You get plenty for your money with the Poco M4 Pro 5G, though you can't expect too much at this price.

Blue Chromecast with Google TV plugged into the back of a TV with the remote next to it.

A new Chromecast with Google TV device is rumored to be on the way

By David Nield published 22 January 22

Signs of a second Chromecast with Google TV have been spotted, and it should launch sometime this year.

The Google Pixel Watch gets a rumored launch date

By David Nield last updated 26 January 22

Google might be unveiling its smartwatch right in the middle of this year's Google IO 2022 event.

Best website builder for musicians in 2022

By David Nield published 21 January 22

TechRadar Pro

Updated You can show off your musical talents online without having any web coding or layout skills – these are the apps you need.

Best kids desks 2022: ideal working spaces for learning from home

By David Nield published 20 January 22

Buying Guide All the best desks for kids in 2022, covering all sizes, age ranges, and types of activity.

12.9-inch iPad Pro 2021 facing forwards with keyboard and Apple Pencil

The iPad Pro 2022 could support MagSafe through a glass Apple logo

By David Nield published 16 January 22

The upgraded flagship tablets are still on course to get the wireless charging technology, according to reports.

Huge Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 leak reveals everything about the upcoming tablets

By David Nield published 16 January 22

We've learned just about everything there is to learn about the three tablets that Samsung is expected to launch soon.

All iPhone 14 models tipped to get 120Hz displays, 6GB of RAM

By David Nield published 15 January 22

You could get more phone for the same amount of money when Apple gets around to launching the iPhone 14.

The Google Pixel 6 facing away from the camera, stood up on a table.

Google's foldable could be relatively cheap, and called the Pixel Notepad

By David Nield published 15 January 22

The folding device is apparently launching this year, though you might initially struggle to get hold of one.

Best files transfer software in 2022

By David Nield, Brian Turner published 12 January 22

TechRadar Pro

Updated To make it easy to manage and transfer files online, both individually or collaboratively, we feature the best files transfer software.

Best OCR software of 2022: free and paid options

By David Nield, Jonas P. DeMuro, Brian Turner published 11 January 22

TechRadar Pro

Updated We feature the best OCR software, to make it simple and easy to archive your paper documents as digital PDF files for easy storage.

Google launches Ripple to bring its tiny radar tech to more devices – and cars

By David Nield published 9 January 22

Companies including Ford and Texas Instruments have signed on to help develop radar solutions for the masses.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra sitting face up on a table with the S Pen next to it.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra S Pen tipped to get a major upgrade

By David Nield last updated 9 January 22

The S Pen stylus that comes with the Galaxy S22 Ultra is apparently going to offer a lower latency level.

The Moto G Stylus 5G facing forward at an angle against a tree.

Moto G Stylus 2022 specs leak out – and it might run an older version of Android

By David Nield last updated 9 January 22

Lenovo is readying another budget Moto phone with a stylus, and we've got a sneak preview of some of the specs.

The iPhone 13 Pro – not available as a foldable.

Several iPhone Fold prototypes are rumored to be in development

By David Nield last updated 9 January 22

Apple isn't yet convinced about the foldable smartphone trend, according to the latest leak.

A selection of the best wearables at CES 2022

Wearables of CES 2022: new smartwatches from Fossil, Razer and Garmin

By David Nield published 6 January 22

CES 2022 CES 2022 has treated us to plenty of new wearables launching in the next year, and these are our favorites.

A close up of someone using a smartphone.

Best encrypted instant messaging apps for Android in 2022

By David Nield, Brian Turner published 6 January 22

TechRadar Pro

Updated We feature the best encrypted instant messaging apps for Android, to ensure that your chats, calls, and video are private and secure.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 tipped to get lossless audio support and a case you can track

By David Nield published 2 January 22

New analyst predictions give us a better idea of what to expect from Apple's next premium earbuds.

Google AR specs are again rumored to be in development

By David Nield published 2 January 22

Google is said to be "nuturing" something new in the augmented reality category, though details are thin on the ground.

Honor's Magic V foldable phone looks set to be pretty powerful

By David Nield last updated 1 January 22

We now know more about this foldable phone's key specs ahead of its official unveiling.

OnePlus 10 Pro leak reveals all of the phone's key specs

By David Nield published 1 January 22

A well-placed source appears to have revealed all of the pertinent details for the upcoming OnePlus flagship.

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

Galaxy S23 series could be the first to feature Samsung's 200MP camera

By David Nield published 27 December 21

We might have to wait a little over a year to see the 200 megapixel technology appear in a Samsung handset.

Here's another sign the Apple AR/VR headset is launching soon

By David Nield published 27 December 21

The latest executive to join the Apple ranks has previously worked on public relations and augmented reality.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra tipped to offer major AI camera upgrades

By David Nield published 26 December 21

We've got more details of the AI enhancements that are rumored to be coming to the S22 Ultra phone and its 108MP main camera.

Samsung's rumored tri-fold phone could offer even more screen space

By David Nield last updated 26 December 21

Take a look at detailed plans for Samsung's ideas for upgrading the foldable phone form factor.

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