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

Screenshot from Apple's September 2025 event

The iPhone Air has landed: a new design, price, cameras, and everything you need to know

By Jamie Richards last updated 9 September 25

The long-rumored thin and light iPhone is here

Apple Watch 11 on a red background, iPhone Air on a blue background and AirPods Pro 3 on a turquoise background

Apple iPhone 17 event – everything Apple announced and 9 things we learned

By Mark Wilson published 9 September 25

Missed Apple's big 'Awe Dropping' event? Here's everything it announced – including the iPhone 17, Apple Watch 11 and more.

The iPhone 17 Pro could be the first iPhone with a 5,000mAh battery – here’s how the best Android phones compare

By Jamie Richards published 9 September 25

The iPhone 17 series could get some welcome battery upgrades, and we’ve detailed how the upcoming models could compare to the best Android battery champs.

We could have our first look at the iPhone 17's crossbody strap accessory

By Jamie Richards published 8 September 25

A notable leaker has shared images that supposedly show a crossbody strap accessory for the iPhone 17 in bright orange, which could be compatible with upcoming cases.

The iPhone 16 in all of its colors - black, white, pink, teal, and blue

The rumored iPhone 17 colors are nothing special – but an old Apple strategy could set things right

By Jamie Richards published 8 September 25

Something to look forward to

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

The Google Pixel 10 on a green background. Text reads: Don't miss

The Google Pixel 10 comes with a free $100 gift card at Amazon this Labor Day – but time is running out to cash in

By Jamie Richards published 1 September 25

The new Google Pixel 10 comes with a $100 Amazon gift card if purchased at the retailer before September 4.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE on a yellow background. Text reads: Lowest price

If you've been wanting a flip phone, don't miss this deal – the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE just hit a record-low price

By Jamie Richards published 31 August 25

Flipping good value

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.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 on a blue background. Text reads: Don't miss

The super-stylish Samsung Galaxy S25 is one of my favorite flagships, and you can save $80 ahead of Labor Day

By Jamie Richards published 29 August 25

The Samsung Galaxy S25 offers a blend of style and substance, and now you can get it for less thanks to this Labor Day deal

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

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