Articles by: James Peckham

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James is Managing Editor for Android Police. Previously, he was Senior Phones Editor for TechRadar, and he has covered smartphones and the mobile space for the best part of a decade bringing you news on all the big announcements from top manufacturers making mobile phones and other portable gadgets. James is often testing out and reviewing the latest and greatest mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, virtual reality headsets, fitness trackers and more. He once fell over.

Articles by: James Peckham

5 Pac-Man references we’ve found on the new OnePlus Nord 2 phone so far

By James Peckham published 15 November 21

We’ve used the themed edition of the OnePlus Nord 2, and here’s the first few references we’ve spotted to the gaming icon.

Samsung’s new One UI 4 is here for Galaxy S21, expect Material You-like design changes

By James Peckham last updated 15 November 21

Interview The Samsung One UI 4 update is bringing Android 12 features to your smartphone soon.

How to track your heart rate with your Google Pixel phone

By James Peckham published 12 November 21

The Google Pixel 6 and other variants of the Pixel line can check your heart rate, and here's how you can do it.

Google Pixel 6 update brings fitness features unavailable on most Android phones

By James Peckham published 12 November 21

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are recieving updates to bring new heart rate and respiratory tracking features.

iOS 15.2 will let your family access your iPhone data when you pass away

By James Peckham last updated 17 December 21

The feature was revealed for iOS 15, and the latest beta suggests it'll be landing as part of iOS 15.2.

Oppo Find X4 may be the fastest charging smartphone ever

By Raj Narayan, James Peckham last updated 11 November 21

A new Oppo Find X4 series leak suggests the upcoming smartphone may come with 125W fast charging capabilities.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 is likely coming soon, expect it in 2022's top Android phones

By Raj Narayan, James Peckham published 8 November 21

The Snapdragon 898 has been making news and it looks like phone-makers may not have to wait long to get this new processor under the hood.

Google Pixel 6 Pro review

By James Peckham last updated 30 August 22

Updated The Google Pixel 6 Pro is designed to take on the big guns of Apple and Samsung, and it succeeds.

iPad mini (2021) review

By James Peckham published 5 November 21

Updated The new iPad mini for 2021 brings a variety of new features that make it a top tablet for those who want a smaller screen.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Lite leak says it's a new Android tablet coming in 2022

By James Peckham published 4 November 21

A new cheaper alternative to the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S flagship tablet is now rumored to debut in 2022.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE leaked launch date risks it getting lost next to Galaxy S22

By James Peckham published 3 November 21

Opinion Samsung’s next cheaper flagship phone is rumored to be debuting in January, and that may mean it gets lost next to the Galaxy S22.

Fitbit Sense smartwatch is at lowest price ever - save $100

By James Peckham last updated 4 December 21

TechRadar Deals Matching the previously best deal, the Fitbit Sense is now down $100 on Amazon.

iPhone XR is Apple's next replacement handset for longer repairs

By James Peckham last updated 3 December 21

If you're getting your iPhone repaired by Apple, the company will soon offer you an iPhone XR as a replacement.

Apple just beat Xiaomi in the battle for second biggest smartphone maker

By Naina Batra, James Peckham published 1 November 21

Data for the third quarter of the year showed Apple regaining lost ground in spite of the global lockdown as well as delays to its new range of iPhones.

Huawei's flagship P50 will launch worldwide (but not until 2022)

By James Peckham last updated 21 October 21

Expect the Huawei P50 and P50 Pro to be available in other countries, but it won’t happen until early 2022.

A Pixel 6 Pro being taken out of a pocket

Google Pixel 6 event: Pixel 6, 6 Pro, Android 12 and all the launch news

By James Peckham published 20 October 21

Live Google's new Pixel 6 has landed - here's how it went down, and all the news that's emerged since

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 review

By Matt Swider last updated 10 August 22

Best in Class

Updated Samsung’s latest big foldable smartphone is another similar iteration of the line, but it's the absolute best yet.

Google Pixel 6 rumor says it will get 4 years of Android updates

By James Peckham published 14 October 21

A new leak suggests the Google Pixel 6 will be supported until 2026 with new software updates.

iOS 15.0.2 just landed on your iPhone - here's what the upgrade brings

By James Peckham published 12 October 21

A new software upgrade for iPhone brings a variety of bug fixes - here's what it will change.

Apple Watch 7 price leaks just hours ahead of pre-orders

By James Peckham last updated 8 October 21

The Apple Watch 7 price has been a bit of a mystery, but a new leak may tell us how much it'll cost.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 review

By James Peckham last updated 10 August 22

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is a limited hardware upgrade, but its software is a huge deal.

iPhone 13 review

By James Peckham last updated 16 September 22

Recommended

The iPhone 13 is an iterative update, but it's arguably the most important one yet.

Pre-order an Apple Watch 7 tomorrow or risk waiting until next year, analyst says

By James Peckham last updated 7 October 21

Demand is expected to be high and supply may be slim, so you may want to pre-order on Friday.

Android 12 officially has a dessert name, and we now know what it is

By James Peckham published 6 October 21

Android 12's name is confirmed, and it's called Snow Cone.

Google Pixel 6 promo image for the Fall Event

Google Pixel 6 launch event confirmed, and you don't have long to wait

By James Peckham published 5 October 21

Google has confirmed the launch event for the Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, and it's before the end of October.

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