Articles by James Rogerson

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

Google is about to launch the Pixel 10a – but you might want to buy the discounted Pixel 9a instead

By James Rogerson Published 5 February 26

The Google Pixel 10a will go up for pre-order on February 18, but leaks suggest it's not much different to the heavily reduced Pixel 9a.

Google Pixel 10 in Lemongrass against a bubbly backsplash

7 privacy tips for your Android device to avoid prying eyes online and in person

By James Rogerson Published 4 February 26

There are all sorts of tools available on Android to help protect your privacy, from VPNs to secure folders and beyond.

Samsung just quietly ended support for the Galaxy S21 series apart from one lucky model – here's what that means

By James Rogerson Published 4 February 26

The Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra won't get any more software updates, but the Galaxy S21 FE still will.

Huge iPhone Fold leak teases specs and design – here are 7 ways it could differ from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

By James Rogerson Published 3 February 26

The iPhone Fold could have some advantages over the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but it might also have some disadvantages, according to the latest leak.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals its big camera overhaul – here are 5 changes to expect

By James Rogerson Published 2 February 26

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's cameras could have a new look, better hardware, and improved processing.

5 of the most important iPhone apps to install first

By James Rogerson Published 30 January 26

If you have an iPhone then these five apps are near-essential additions, that could make your life easier, drier, and more secure.

The Nothing Phone (3) leaning on a wine rack.

Is the flagship era over? Nothing CEO confirms there’ll be no Phone 4 this year as ‘we want every upgrade to feel significant’

By James Rogerson Published 30 January 26

Nothing has confirmed that it won't launch a Phone 4 until it can deliver a significant upgrade, but we will get a Phone 4a.

The iPhone 18 could be a bargain compared to the Galaxy S26 – new reports say Apple will ‘absorb’ RAM crisis costs unlike Samsung

By James Rogerson Published 29 January 26

Samsung could raise its prices in response to rising RAM costs, while Apple might choose to keep prices the same in order to increase its market share.

Samsung Galaxy S25 showing the lock screen with two adorable collectible Android figurines on each side looking interested

Leaked photos suggest the Samsung Galaxy S26 could be missing a major rumored upgrade

By James Rogerson Published 29 January 26

It now looks likely that the Samsung Galaxy S26 series won't have magnets built in, but it could at least get a charging power boost.

iPhone 14 Pro Max review front angled Always On

I’ve been using iPhones for years, and I always turn off this major iOS feature

By James Rogerson Published 28 January 26

The iPhone's always-on display feature is potentially useful, but it also drains battery, and if you have an Apple Watch you probably don't need it.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s privacy display could be the biggest upgrade in years – here’s how it works

By James Rogerson Published 28 January 26

Samsung has now detailed the long-rumored privacy display feature we're expecting to launch with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Google Pixel 10 users are reporting broken Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with the latest update – and there’s no fix in sight

By James Rogerson Published 27 January 26

The latest Pixel patch fixes bugs but also seems to introduce some, rendering certain Pixel 10 series phones almost unusable.

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TikTok’s new US venture is in trouble – here are the 3 privacy-first apps people are flocking to instead

By James Rogerson Published 27 January 26

TikTok users are deleting the app in droves over privacy concerns, while smaller rivals are seeing a big boost in numbers.

Apple once again puts Android to shame – it just updated the 12-year-old iPhone 5S to set a new record

By James Rogerson Published 27 January 26

Apple has just updated some ancient handsets, ensuring they stay functional for longer.

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These 7 hidden iOS features have transformed how I use my iPhone

By James Rogerson Published 26 January 26

Whether you want to block out the world, hide your apps, or just get things done faster, these tools should help.

This screenless ‘Thought Catcher’ uses a Raspberry Pi and Notion to capture your flashes of inspiration – and it’s an AI gadget I actually want

By James Rogerson Published 26 January 26

The 'Thought Catcher' could replace your phone on your bedside table, leading to fewer distractions keeping you awake.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked signage at SAP Center in San Jose

5 things to expect at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked – and 5 things we probably won’t see

By James Rogerson Published 24 January 26

The next Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is likely happening soon, and there will probably be more to it than just the Samsung Galaxy S26 series.

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature edition e-reader showing graphic novels, cookbooks, and fiction, as well as settings

Amazon just made a massive change to Kindle ebooks that lets you read them anywhere, but there's a catch

By James Rogerson Published 23 January 26

Amazon has just added a DRM-free option to Kindle ebooks, letting you read them anywhere. But publishers need to opt in first.

The 5 biggest rumored upgrades coming to your iPhone in iOS 27 – including the long-awaited new Siri

By James Rogerson Published 22 January 26

iOS 27 looks set to be heavily AI-based, but we're also hearing about possible performance and satellite connectivity improvements.

5 innovations I want from iOS... that'll keep me away from Android

By James Rogerson Published 22 January 26

iOS is a great operating system, but it has the potential to be so much more with the addition of these innovative features.

This brick of a phone includes a projector, a camping light, and a 17,600mAh battery

By James Rogerson Published 22 January 26

The Tank X is a rugged phone with a camping light, a night vision camera, and – for some reason – a projector.

The Priority Notifications feature of Apple Intelligence on an iPhone.

I’ve disabled this iOS 26 Apple Intelligence feature, and you probably should too

By James Rogerson Published 20 January 26

Even in iOS 26, notification summaries still get things wrong and miss important details, so here's how to turn them off.

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Forget daily charging – this upcoming phone's 10,001mAh battery helps it last a week, but it's still lighter than an iPhone 17 Pro Max

By James Rogerson Published 20 January 26

The Realme P4 Power has one of the highest-capacity batteries we've yet seen in a phone, and its other specs sound promising too.

Google Clock just made it harder to sleep through your alarms

By James Rogerson Published 20 January 26

The latest version of Google Clock lets you turn off alarms with a swipe rather than a tap.

The Ozone 3K could be the iPhone Air battery pack you’ve been waiting for

By James Rogerson Published 19 January 26

The Ozone 3K and Ozone 5K are super slim, very light, and compatible with both iPhones and Android devices.

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