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

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE balanced on its front showing home screen menu

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE leak hints at a big display upgrade for the mid-ranger

By David Nield published 8 July 25

It sounds as though the Galaxy S25 FE is going to get a better OLED screen than its predecessor.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review front handheld

Android 16 is causing lock-screen issues on some Pixel phones – here's what we know

By David Nield published 7 July 25

We're seeing a few reports of Android 16 bugs related to the lock screen, including it not waking up correctly.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch series' biggest flaw is something Apple nailed years ago

By David Nield published 7 July 25

With another Galaxy Watch launch imminent, I wish Samsung would make its wearable lineup less confusing.

3 features that would actually make me pay for a Samsung Health subscription for my Galaxy Watch – and one big problem it needs to avoid

By David Nield published 6 July 25

A Samsung Health subscription might be worth the investment, but it has to offer value for money.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 folded on a table

The latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 leak is the first hands-on video of the flip foldable

By David Nield published 6 July 25

A newly leaked hands-on video of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 showed off the larger cover screen and thinner chassis.

Another major Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 leak may have revealed full specs and prices

By David Nield published 6 July 25

The Galaxy Watch 8 might not be all that much different to the Galaxy Watch 7, according to these rumors.

A flurry of Google Pixel Watch 4 leaks point to colors, sizes, and band options

By David Nield published 5 July 25

The Pixel Watch 4 is set to be made available in a wide variety of different colors and sizes, with multiple band options.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 on a table

The latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 leaks may have revealed battery and durability info – as well as on-sale dates

By David Nield published 5 July 25

Thanks to a couple of new leaks, we know more about the battery, durability, and availability of these phones.

Pixel 6a with Samsung Galaxy S6 and Pixel 4 XL

Got a Pixel 6a? You could get up to $150 from Google if it has a faulty battery – here’s how

By David Nield published 4 July 25

Battery limits are being placed on Google Pixel 6a phones, but now we have a better idea of what the support options are.

More Samsung Galaxy tri-fold specs have leaked – as One UI 8 gives us our first glimpse of its design

By David Nield last updated 3 July 25

A fresh report sheds more light on what's coming from the Samsung tri-fold, including the display size and chipset.

AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation

iOS 26 will soon give your AirPods a smart sleep trick – and Beats headphones could join the pajama party

By David Nield published 2 July 25

It seems as though a new Pause Media When Falling Asleep option is coming to Beats devices as well as AirPods.

Google just gave Apple Watch fans a Calendar app, but simultaneously removed an even more useful one

By David Nield published 1 July 25

We're pleased to see Google Calendar is out for watchOS, but Google Keep is no longer available.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus in Navy Blue showing settings Quick Settings drop down, standing in between two adorable Android figurines

Got a Galaxy phone? Samsung says you should turn on these 5 security features right now

By David Nield published 30 June 25

Samsung Galaxy phones and other Android phones now have a range of anti-theft measures built in.

Sony WH-1000XM6 with earcups pointed towards the camera

New leak may have revealed just about every Nothing Headphones 1 spec

By David Nield published 29 June 25

Get information on the audio, weight, and battery life of the new headphones ahead of time.

New and unofficial renders show how thin the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 could be – and we also have hints for when they'll go on sale

By David Nield published 29 June 25

The leaks for Samsung's next foldables aren't slowing down, and here's what could be coming next month.

I hope Samsung Galaxy Watch 8's new Ultra-style squircle design rumor is actually true

By David Nield published 27 June 25

The leaked designs for Samsung's 2025 smartwatches have divided opinion, but I think they have aesthetic appeal.

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The Nothing Phone 3 design just leaked in full – and it's like Lego designed a smartphone

By David Nield published 27 June 25

Leaked renders have emerged showing off the Nothing Phone 3 from all angles and in two colors.

Google AI Pro's new annual subscription brings you big savings – here's how it compares to ChatGPT

By David Nield published 26 June 25

You can now pay for Google AI Pro for a whole year if you'd like to save money, though you pay more up front.

The latest Samsung tri-fold phone leak hints at a titanium frame, plus chipset and other key specs

By David Nield published 26 June 25

We could see the full unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy tri-fold as early as next month, and more details have leaked.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

Whoops! The latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 colors leak appears to come from Samsung itself

By David Nield published 25 June 25

We may at last have confirmation of the primary color choices for the two foldables Samsung is set to launch.

An iPhone 17 case maker may have leaked the flagship phone's display upgrade

By David Nield published 24 June 25

The iPhone 17 is rumored to be making the jump up to a 6.3-inch display, matching the iPhone 17 Pro.

Tesla’s self-driving robotaxis have finally hit the road – and their first, invite-only passengers are unsurprisingly impressed

By David Nield published 23 June 25

Tesla's robotaxi service is up and running, for a specially-invited group of Tesla fans – who are unsurprisingly positive.

Most of the key Nothing Phone 3 specs have leaked ahead of its official unveiling

By David Nield published 22 June 25

We may have learned some more details about the upcoming handset from Nothing.

The bottom left corner of an Android phone, showing the Phone, Messages, Google icons and Google Search bar

Google Messages is preparing a new trick to get your friends and family to switch to RCS

By David Nield published 22 June 25

Hidden code inside Google Messages for Android suggests you'll be able to invite people to use RCS.

Drowning in Android notifications? This hidden Pixel feature has fixed the problem for me

By David Nield published 22 June 25

If you've got a Pixel phone you can take advantage of the notification cooldown feature in Android.

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