Articles by Tom Bedford, Contributor

Tom Bedford joined TechRadar in early 2019 as a staff writer, and left the team as deputy phones editor in late 2022 to work for entertainment site What To Watch. He continues to contribute on a freelance basis for several sections including phones, audio and fitness.

He graduated in American Literature and Creative Writing from the University of East Anglia. Prior to working on TechRadar, he freelanced in tech, gaming and entertainment, and also spent many years working as a mixologist.

He grew up in Bristol, UK, and has also lived in Norwich, UK, Salt Lake City, UT, and currently resides in London, UK.

Articles by: Tom Bedford

Google Pixel Watch teaser confirms good and bad news for smartwatch fans

By Tom Bedford published 23 September 22

Google has teased the Pixel Watch in a minute-long video, but there's as much that's worrying as there is that's exciting.

New iOS update fixes a massive iPhone 14 problem that users have complained about

By Tom Bedford published 23 September 22

Since the iPhone 14 launch, users have complained about third-party camera app issues, but now Apple is fixing them.

The Sony Xperia 1 IV leaning against a stick in a park.

Sony Xperia 1 IV review

By Tom Bedford last updated 22 September 22

The Sony Xperia 1 IV brings some stellar creative features, but it still has a few flaws that make the phone hard to use.

Android phone updates could get much easier – iOS should learn a thing or two

By Tom Bedford published 22 September 22

With Android 13, all Android phones could download updates in the background, without giving you annoying prompts.

How to play PC games on a cheap laptop

By Tom Bedford last updated 21 September 22

PC Gaming Week 2019 This is how you optimize a cheap laptop to be able to play great PC games

Amazon Fire HD 8 (2022): Amazon's new cheap tablet is here with three siblings

By Tom Bedford last updated 21 September 22

The Amazon Fire HD 8 (2022) is here, and we've got everything you need to know about it.

A Nokia X20 from the front, standing on a window sill

Hands on: Nokia X20 review

By Tom Bedford last updated 21 September 22

Not yet rated

The Nokia X20 is the company’s new ‘top’ phone, but we’re not sure the company has been keeping tabs on its rivals.

OnePlus just confirmed its new smartwatch specs in the silliest way ever

By Tom Bedford published 20 September 22

The OnePlus Nord Watch specs are now public, despite OnePlus' brazen attempt to stretch out the teasers.

This secret new Kindle Paperwhite model could be the best ereader on the market

By Tom Bedford published 20 September 22

Amazon secretly launched a 16GB Kindle Paperwhite and it's probably the best ereader for most people right now.

The Motorola Edge 30 Pro in front of swirling colors

This new Motorola phone has me forgetting the iPhone 14 ever launched

By Tom Bedford last updated 16 September 22

The best new phone of 2022 is in my hands – and the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra is one to watch.

Xiaomi 12T imminent, according to tipster; should the pricier iPhone 14 be worried?

By Tom Bedford published 15 September 22

The Xiaomi 12T is expected to launch soon, and it'll seriously undercut its pricier contemporaries.

Google Pixel 7 Pro colors confirmed in weird potato chip tweet

By Tom Bedford published 14 September 22

Google has tweeted an image showing four Pixel 7 variants along with potato chip flavors that correspond.

Amazon Kindle (2022) on table next to breakfast cereal

Amazon's new cheap Kindle update comes with 3 useful upgrades

By Tom Bedford last updated 13 September 22

Amazon has launched two new Kindle ereaders, including an updated version of its standard model.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic review

By Tom Bedford last updated 13 September 22

Samsung’s premium smartwatch has some great features, but they don’t balance out its major issues.

Now is a great time to buy a second-hand or older Amazon Kindle

By Tom Bedford published 14 September 22

Amazon's Kindle ereaders are getting pricier, but there are ways to avoid the high costs of newer models.

The iPhone 14 lineup on a table in an undisclosed Apple Store

Make sure not to damage your iPhone 14 – it could cost much more to repair

By Tom Bedford published 13 September 22

The cost of a battery replacement for an iPhone 14 phone is a lot higher than it was for the iPhone 13.

iPhone 14 battery capacity shows Apple making a gamble on its specs

By Tom Bedford published 12 September 22

The iPhone 14 Pro Max has a smaller battery than the 13 Pro Max, showing Apple doubling down on chipset efficiency.

Here’s why I’m giving the iPhone 14 a free pass on design changes

By Tom Bedford published 6 September 22

The iPhone 14 sounds like it’ll keep Apple’s outdated iPhone design – but this year, that’s okay.

Is Apple teasing a new iPhone 14 camera feature in its September 7 event invite?

By Tom Bedford published 5 September 22

Apple's iPhone 14 teaser gives some tantalizing hints towards an astrophotography camera mode.

Honor 70 review

By Tom Bedford published 2 September 22

Recommended

If you want a premium-feeling phone on a budget, the Honor 70 is a tempting choice, with a good camera and attractive design.

A Sony Xperia 5 IV in someone's hand, in green

Sony Xperia 5 IV: everything you need to know

By Tom Bedford published 1 September 22

The fourth-gen Sony Xperia 5 model brings lots of power and some useful apps in a small form.

Sony Xperia 5 IV is finally here, but this camera phone is missing a big feature

By Tom Bedford published 1 September 22

IFA 2022 The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a smaller version of the Xperia 1 IV, that misses out on its best feature.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra review

By Tom Bedford last updated 30 August 22

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is a potentially great phone that’s ruined by its big gimmick.

Future phones could charge in just one second, according to Oppo

By Tom Bedford published 29 August 22

Oppo spoke to TechRadar about its new fast charging tech for phones, with a glimpse into the future too.

Why you shouldn't get excited about a cheap iPad at the iPhone 14 launch

By Tom Bedford published 29 August 22

We're not expecting the next entry-level iPad to debut within the next month, even if the iPhone 14 does.

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