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

Users of the new Whoop MG fitness band are reporting widespread failures

By David Nield published 24 May 25

If your Whoop MG has suddenly stopped working after just a few hours of use, you're not the only one.

The Google Pixel 10 just showed up in one of the strangest phone leaks we've seen yet

By David Nield published 24 May 25

It looks as though camera capabilities and AI are going to be the main focus of the Pixel 10, which is no surprise.

Here's how much the Samsung tri-fold could cost – though you probably won't get chance to buy it

By David Nield published 23 May 25

It looks as though the Samsung tri-fold will be available in limited quantities, and come with a high price tag.

Unofficial Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 renders may have given us our best look yet at the wearable – and its rotating bezel

By David Nield published 22 May 25

It's likely that the Classic model is making a return this year, and this could be what it looks like.

Android Auto is getting video and browser apps for your car dashboard – and more weather apps too

By David Nield published 21 May 25

We're getting more apps that will work with Android Auto, and across a wider range of categories.

Google Beam could change your video calls forever with glasses-free 3D and near real-time translation

By David Nield published 20 May 25

Google Beam will be rolling out to select businesses this year, with Google Meet getting one key feature.

Best UK tax software of 2025

By David Nield last updated 20 May 25

Updated We list the best in tax software for the UK, to make it simple and easy to better manage your tax affairs for HMRC.

Google's free NotebookLM AI app is out now for Android and iOS – here's why it's a day-one download for me

By David Nield published 20 May 25

One of Google's best AI tools is now available for free on your mobile platform of choice.

Android 16 may be adding its own version of iOS StandBy Mode

By David Nield published 19 May 25

It looks as though Android could follow iOS in adding a display mode for when your phone is inactive and charging.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and tri-fold foldables are rumored to be coming with a titanium upgrade

By David Nield published 18 May 25

We now have a better idea of the materials that might be used in these two upcoming foldables.

New iPhone 17 Air leak hints at how the super-slim phone might solve its potential battery life issues

By David Nield published 18 May 25

It seems as though there might be just enough time for TDK to get its next-gen batteries ready by September.

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The latest Nothing Phone 3 leak hints at chipset, camera, and battery specifications

By David Nield published 17 May 25

We've got a few more details about the upcoming Nothing flagship, which could well launch in July.

Google I/O 2025: 7 things we expect to see at the big event and 2 things we don't

By David Nield published 17 May 25

Google I/O 2025 gets underway on Tuesday, May 20, and here's what you should and shouldn't expect to see.

We may have some key specs for the iPhone 17 Air – and it's even thinner than the Galaxy S25 Edge

By David Nield published 17 May 25

Some of the crucial specs around the iPhone 17 Air have now made their way online.

Android and Chrome just got 4 super-useful accessibility upgrades – including a powerful Gemini trick for quizzing photos

By David Nield published 16 May 25

For those who struggle to use Chrome and Android in conventional ways, more assistance is on the way.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus in Navy Blue showing home screen with AI generated lighthouse, standinng in between two adorable Android figurines

Samsung reveals One UI 8 rollout timeline – there are the phones and tablets that will support it

By David Nield published 15 May 25

The launch of Android 16 is imminent, and Samsung has suggested that One UI 8 won't be far behind.

Last-minute Sony WH-1000XM6 leaks hint at colors, pricing, and design for the flagship headphones

By David Nield published 15 May 25

More details of the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones have leaked out, ahead of its grand unveiling.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review back handheld

Google teases a refresh for the Pixel's always-on display in Android 16 – and it's about time it caught up to Apple and Samsung

By David Nield published 14 May 25

The lock screen on Pixel phones could look much more appealing once Android 16 has rolled out.

We thought Samsung Messages was being retired – but it could now get 4 new features to take on Google Messages

By David Nield published 13 May 25

It seems more features are on the way to Samsung Messages, which Samsung said it was 'sunsetting' last year.

It looks as though Garmin is working on another high-end smartwatch as a Fenix 8 spin-off

By David Nield published 13 May 25

Signs of an imminent Garmin D2 Mach 2 have been spotted, and the watch will be aimed at pilots.

Woman lifting dumbbell while wearing Whoop device on wrist

Whoop subscribers can now get a free upgrade to the latest devices – after a huge user backlash

By David Nield last updated 12 May 25

Whoop has changed its previous policy around current subscribers getting a free upgrade to new hardware.

Samsung's next pair of affordable Galaxy earbuds could come with a battery boost

By David Nield published 12 May 25

Another regulatory filing suggests that the Galaxy Buds Core could have bigger batteries than the 2023 edition.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge on display the January 22, 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event.

The latest Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leak shows off the phone's design – and a potential price

By David Nield published 11 May 25

We've got another unofficial look at the Galaxy S25 Edge, ahead of its expected unveiling tomorrow.

A huge Sony Xperia 1 VII leak hints at the design, colors, and features of the upcoming flagship

By David Nield published 10 May 25

We're just days away from the big unveiling of the Sony Xperia 1 VII, and here's what we can expect to see.

A new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 leak may have revealed the foldable phone's dimensions and super-thin bezels

By David Nield published 10 May 25

We're expecting to see new Samsung foldables in July, and more details of one of the models have leaked out online.

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