Articles by: James Rogerson

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James is a freelance phones, tablets and wearables writer and sub-editor at TechRadar. He has a love for everything ‘smart’, from watches to lights, and can often be found arguing with AI assistants or drowning in the latest apps. James also contributes to 3G.co.uk, 4G.co.uk and 5G.co.uk and has written for T3, Digital Camera World, Clarity Media and others, with work on the web, in print and on TV.

Articles by: James Rogerson

How to unlock a Samsung phone

By James Rogerson published 25 July 22

Our guide covers how to unlock your Samsung phone for use on other carriers, as well as how to handle pattern unlock.

A Samsung Galaxy S21 FE in someone's hand, in front of a window

How to reset a locked Samsung phone

By James Rogerson published 23 July 22

If you're locked out of your Samsung phone you might still be able to reset it. Here's how.

How to screenshot on a Samsung phone

By James Rogerson published 22 July 22

Taking a screenshot on a Samsung phone is easy, but there are various possible methods. Here are your options.

The Oppo Find X5 face forwards standing up on a chair

Oppo Find X6: what we want to see

By James Rogerson last updated 13 January 23

Updated We're expecting to see a trio of Oppo Find X6 phones in 2023. Here's what we've heard and what we want from them.

A close-up of the cameras on a Samsung Galaxy A53

Samsung’s next cheap phones could have fewer cameras – and that’s a good thing

By James Rogerson published 21 July 22

Samsung reportedly won't include a depth sensor on the Galaxy A54, A34 or A24, but will improve the other cameras.

A selection of iOS 15 screenshots showing how the software works

iOS 15.6 is here with a handy new feature and a bunch of bug fixes

By James Rogerson published 21 July 22

iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 have landed, complete with a useful improvement to sports footage on the TV app.

A selection of the best big phones, including Samsung, OnePlus and Apple

Best big phones 2022: which phablet should you buy?

By James Rogerson published 20 July 22

Updated From the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra to the iPhone 13 Pro Max and beyond, these are the best big phones.

A Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 folded half open and sat on a table

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 confirmed to land on August 10 – likely alongside other devices

By James Rogerson last updated 20 July 22

Samsung has confirmed the date of its next big phone launch, and we've also seen a leaked press render of the Z Fold 4.

A selection of the best foldable phones including the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, Z Fold 3 and Motorola Razr (2020)

Best foldable phones 2023: the top folding smartphones right now

By Philip Berne last updated 7 December 22

Buying Guide Here's all the best foldable phones on the market, from the big Galaxy Z Fold 4 to slim Motorola Razr 2022.

The best Huawei phones, including Huawei P30 Pro, Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Huawei P30

Best Huawei phones 2022: find your perfect Huawei

By James Rogerson published 20 July 22

Updated These are the best Huawei phones for every need and budget, from the P40 Pro to the P30 Lite.

An iPhone 13 Pro in someone's hand, with a brick wall behind it

iPhone 14 may take another step towards portless design by ditching mobile staple

By James Rogerson published 19 July 22

A new report suggests that Apple could offer eSIM-only versions of the iPhone 14 and its siblings.

A Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 on a wooden shelf

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Fold 4 likely to land on August 10

By James Rogerson published 18 July 22

A leaked teaser image strongly suggests we'll see Samsung's next wave of devices on August 10.

An image of the Data safety screen on an app listing

Android apps can now potentially lie about the data they collect

By James Rogerson published 18 July 22

Google's new Data safety feature could ironically be a step back for data safety, as it relies on developer honesty.

I’m never buying another Samsung phone, but you still should

By James Rogerson published 17 July 22

Opinion Samsung has hurt me one too many times, but I'd still recommend the company's phones.

iPhone 14 could be the first step in Apple’s plan to fracture the iPhone line

By James Rogerson published 14 July 22

Reportedly Apple will reserve its rumored periscope camera for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, with the 15 Pro being left out.

iPads with OLED screens are still a long way off, but will be a big upgrade

By James Rogerson published 13 July 22

The first iPad with an OLED screen might not land until 2024, but it'll likely offer a number of improvements.

An iPhone 13 Pro Max in someone's hand, showing the home screen

The iPhone 14 Max could be absent when the other models launch

By James Rogerson published 13 July 22

Panel shipments for the iPhone 14 Max are reportedly way behind schedule, so there's a chance it will be delayed.

New Nokia T10 could challenge the Amazon Fire line as one of the best cheap tablets

By James Rogerson published 12 July 22

The Nokia T10 is a cheap new Android tablet with the promise of years of updates.

A teaser for the Nothing Phone (1) launch event

Nothing Phone (1) live stream: how to watch the launch of the first Nothing handset

By James Rogerson published 12 July 22

The Nothing Phone (1) is about to land, and you can watch the launch live.

Pixel 6 problems continue, and this time it's the selfie camera

By James Rogerson published 11 July 22

A growing number of people report seeing a ring of dead pixels around the front-facing camera on their Pixel 6.

A photo of the Xiaomi 12T Pro smartphone

Xiaomi 12T: release date, price, specs, and features

By James Rogerson last updated 5 October 22

Updated The Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro have landed. Here's everything you need to know about them.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 might soon be available in an eye-catching new color

By James Rogerson published 8 July 22

A Bora Purple shade of the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra could be on the way.

Apple Watch patent points to Touch ID – but don’t get your hopes up

By James Rogerson published 7 July 22

An Apple patent details a fingerprint sensor in an Apple Watch, and it's not the first time we've seen it proposed.

Vivo’s new phone costs more than a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra - is it worth it?

By James Rogerson published 7 July 22

The Vivo X80 Pro has landed in the UK, but with a price tag higher than the S22 Ultra's it could be a tough sell.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could be more similar to the Z Fold 3 than we’d expected

By James Rogerson published 6 July 22

A leaker claims that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will look more like the Z Fold 3 than an earlier leak suggested.

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