Articles by David Nield, Freelance Contributor

Dave is a freelance tech journalist who has been writing about gadgets, apps and the web for more than two decades. Based out of Stockport, England, on TechRadar you'll find him covering news, features and reviews, particularly for phones, tablets and wearables. Working to ensure our breaking news coverage is the best in the business over weekends, David also has bylines at Gizmodo, T3, PopSci and a few other places besides, as well as being many years editing the likes of PC Explorer and The Hardware Handbook.

Articles by: David Nield

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This updated open-source app makes it easier to use your AirPods with Android — just in time for the rumored AirPods Ultra

By David Nield Published 28 April 26

You can now do more with AirPods wirelessly connected to Android devices, thanks to this clever app.

'Definitely positive news': the Pixel boot bug nightmare might soon be over, but there's a new issue to worry about

By David Nield Published 27 April 26

There's good news about one persistent Pixel bug, but bad news about another issue hitting these phones.

Spotify just added a feature I've been waiting years for: managing playlist folders on mobile

By David Nield Published 26 April 26

Some users of the Spotify apps for Android and iOS are noticing a significant change in how playlists can be managed.

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Too many subscriptions, worse products, AI, 'hurtful' algorithms, 'spy' devices: nearly half of Gen Z want to live in the past due to the trappings of modern tech

By David Nield Published 25 April 26

In a new NBC News survey 47% of those aged 18-29 say they would rather be living in the past.

iPhone loyalty just hit a new high with only 3.6% of iOS users thinking of switching — but here's why I'm never ditching Android

By David Nield Published 25 April 26

iPhone owners are more committed than ever to the Apple ecosystem, but I'm sticking with Google.

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This AI neck band lets you have ‘silent conversations’ without saying anything — South Korean researchers say camera-equipped wearable uses a ‘movement map’ on the neck to restore ‘lost voices’ with surprising accuracy

By David Nield Published 24 April 26

A rather ingenious use of AI has emerged from a research lab at the Pohang University of Science and Technology.

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I've been a Spotify subscriber for 17 years — here are the top 5 plug-ins I recommend for the music streamer

By David Nield Published 23 April 26

Spotify is better with extensions — and these 5 in particular can help you make the most of the audio streaming platform.

DJI fans in the US will miss out on 25 drone and camera launches this year due to ban — as appeal reveals $1.5bn financial hit causing the company 'immediate and grave harm'

By David Nield Published 23 April 26

DJI is throwing itself into a full appeal of its ban in the US, and it wants to see action taken immediately.

This trackable wallet is made from responsibly sourced, recycled materials — and I think I prefer it to AirTags

By David Nield Published 22 April 26

This wallet from Chipolo and Secrid will keep your cards and cash safe, and can be tracked from your phone.

Google just fixed one of the biggest Gemini for Home problems, bringing back a feature users say they 'really missed'

By David Nield Published 22 April 26

Gemini for Home can now carry on conversations in a similar way to the Google Assistant that it replaced.

The EU requires phone makers to fit 'readily removable' batteries from next year — but there may be a notable exception

By David Nield Published 21 April 26

New sustainability rules come into force in the European Union from 2027, and here's what you need to know.

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The latest Fitbit Air leak gives us colors, a launch date, and a possible price — and I've got my money ready

By David Nield Published 21 April 26

We've got more leaked details of the upcoming Fitbit Air tracker, and it seems well suited for someone like me.

Humanoid robot beats human world record for the first time at the Beijing half marathon — but some are still stumbling at the starting line

By David Nield Published 20 April 26

Take a look at the robots running in the second Humanoid Robot Half Marathon in Beijing, China.

'A wonderful show for any rocket enthusiast': Blue Origin shows SpaceX it can do reusable rockets too by landing 'Never Tell Me The Odds'

By David Nield Published 19 April 26

The third New Glenn launch has been a success, and it's going to mean wider access to mobile satellite communications.

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'This device prevents sideloading': Amazon warns Fire TV Stick HD buyers that it can't be turned into an illegal 'Fire Stick' for free streaming

By David Nield Published 18 April 26

It's been confirmed that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick HD runs Vega OS and prevents sideloading.

This hidden Samsung Galaxy S26 feature has changed how I watch Netflix and YouTube on the move

By David Nield Published 18 April 26

If you've got a new Galaxy S26 phone, then you've got access to an AI-powered tool for lowering background noise.

ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from new GoPro cameras to the 'most beautiful phone of 2026'

By David Nield Published 18 April 26

If you haven't been keeping tabs on the technology headlines over the past seven days, we've got you covered.

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'Fresh' or 'hideous'? Insta360's first mirrorless camera has leaked again — and photographers can't decide if they love it or hate it

By David Nield Published 17 April 26

The latest leaked device from Insta360 is a mirrorless camera that may be part of a wider trend in the market.

The world's smallest ereader fits in the palm of your hand — and you can make your own for less than $50

By David Nield Published 16 April 26

What do you do when the ereaders currently on the market are too big for your needs? Build your own.

'A total disappointment': Some Galaxy Watch owners are seeing major battery drains after the latest software update

By David Nield Published 15 April 26

There's a problem with certain Samsung Galaxy Watch models and battery life, and Google Play Services could be to blame.

'Tone deaf and short sighted': Apple Maps gets first ads pop-up in iOS 26.5 beta — and users are fuming

By David Nield Published 14 April 26

It looks likely that iOS 26.5 will introduce advertising in Apple Maps, after a new pop-up was spotted in the beta.

The iOS 26.4 update left one unfortunate user locked out of his iPhone — and the reason is so obscure you'll never guess it

By David Nield Published 13 April 26

We got some welcome updates for the iPhone with iOS 26.4, but it's also locked one user out of his handset.

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'Insane demand': some Mac mini and Mac Studio models are now out of stock at Apple, but it's not clear what the reasons are — RAM crisis or imminent refresh?

By David Nield Published 12 April 26

Certain Mac models are now completely unavailable from Apple, but it's not clear what the reasons are.

We're officially getting the DJI Pocket 4 on April 16, but here's how Insta360 could beat it

By David Nield Published 11 April 26

DJI has now told us when the Osmo Pocket 4 will be unveiled, but a competitor is waiting in the wings.

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YouTube insists that a 90-sec, unskippable ad format 'isn't something we are testing' — but furious users say 'they very much exist'

By David Nield Published 10 April 26

YouTube TV users are complaining about longer ads that can't be skipped, while YouTube says nothing has changed.

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