Jamie Richards

Jamie Richards

Mobile Computing Staff Writer

 Jamie is a Mobile Computing Staff Writer at TechRadar, responsible for covering phones and tablets. He’s been tech-obsessed from a young age and has written for numerous news and culture publications. Jamie graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London in 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, and throughout his studies published local news and multimedia features for the university’s news site Eastlondonlines. He also worked for specialist trade publication Securities Finance Times during this time. Jamie has been publishing digitally since 2020, when he began writing reviews and interviews for online music blogs like 108MICS and No Bells. His passion for tech began with the iPod Touch and has since grown to include anything with a screen. This is mirrored by an equally obsessive love for music equipment, which led to him serving as Technology Officer for Goldsmiths’ student radio station. He always keeps an eye out for deals and is a strong believer in the power of consumer journalism. Outside of the TechRadar office, Jamie can be found binge-watching tech reviews, DJing at local venues around London, or challenging friends to a game of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Articles by: Jamie Richards

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Forget Spotify – I’m going all-in on Bandcamp for music in 2025, here’s why you should too

By Jamie Richards published

As a certified Spotify fanatic, I’ll be making an effort to listen to – and yes, buy – more music on Bandcamp in 2025.

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AI step aside – 3 ways phone hardware could finally get interesting again in 2025

By Jamie Richards published

For most of the year, it looked like AI would lead us into a period of software-focused rivalry, but as it turns out the hardware front is heating up again.

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I want to see a cheaper folding phone, but now is not the right time – here's why

By Jamie Richards published

Producing cheaper folding phones should be an eventual target of all phone makers, but I’m not convinced that anyone is ready to ship one yet.

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If this Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra rumor is true, there’s no way I’ll be able to recommend it

By Jamie Richards published

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will probably be the most powerful phone on the market when it launches, and one of the most expensive too. Now more than ever, Samsung needs to strike the right balance.

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Oppo Reno 12 FS review: a colorful budget contender

By Jamie Richards published

The Oppo Reno 12 FS 5G steps forward from the budget tier with a lot of personality, which is frankly needed to balance out inconsistent performance.

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Google Photos is getting a handy Quick Edit tool for sharing images, and I don’t know why nobody thought of this sooner

By Jamie Richards published

Google is rolling out a new feature for its Photos app called Quick Edit, which allows users to apply image processing on the sharing screen for a last minute touch-up.

AirDrop on an Apple device.

The EU could force Apple to put AirDrop and AirPlay on Android phones

By Jamie Richards published

It may be time to say au revoir to awkward file transfers

OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13 and 13R could be the first real Samsung Galaxy S25 competitors

By Jamie Richards published

OnePlus has announced a January 7 release date for its latest flagship, the OnePlus 13, as well as its midrange companion, the OnePlus 13R.

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Samsung’s latest Care+ upgrade makes AppleCare+ look like bad value

By Jamie Richards published

Samsung will soon offer free repairs for cracks and chips in smartphone screens as part of its highest-tier Care Plus protection plan, ditching the prior $29 charge.

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RCS encryption is still months away following major US telecomms breach

By Jamie Richards published

The GSMA is leading the charge after the FBI warned of a massive breach

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Chinese flagship phones are great value for money, but they won't stay cheaper for much longer – here's why

By Jamie Richards published

Chinese phones have been associated with lower prices for years, but as certain manufacturers blaze past their Western competitors, we ask whether the trend can continue.

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New Galaxy S25 leak suggests there'll be no Slim model after all, but I'm not convinced

By Jamie Richards published

An unnamed Finnish phone carrier has reportedly shared key Galaxy S25 details to a public database, but the rumored S25 Slim is conspicuously missing.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max REVIEW

All four iPhone 17 models are again tipped to get 120Hz displays, and I couldn’t be happier

By Jamie Richards published

We'd previously heard that Apple could be going full 120Hz with the new iPhone lineup, and a new supply chain rumor seems to support this claim.

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The Huawei Mate X6 looks like a huge step forward for foldable phone photography, and I’m annoyed that I probably won’t be able to get one

By Jamie Richards published

The new Huawei Mate X6 folding phone comes equipped with an extremely powerful camera system, with an adjustable aperture and 4x optical zoom – but it’s not likely to come to the US or UK.

Anker MagGo 622

Anker’s tipped next wireless power bank could be the iPhone’s best MagSafe option yet

By Jamie Richards published

A slim power bank offering a full iPhone recharge

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE just got tipped to come with the best Samsung-made chipset

By Jamie Richards published

Exynos for Samsung’s new flip phones

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If the iPhone SE 4 gets this rumored camera upgrade, I could be tempted to switch back from Android

By Jamie Richards published

The long-rumored iPhone SE 4th-generation may be closer than ever, with the latest crop of rumors suggesting the phone will be comprised of a mash-up of previously used iPhone components.

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The iPhone 18 lineup could feature a next-generation chipset but come with a higher price tag

By Jamie Richards published

Apple is reportedly considering switching to 2nm chipsets with the iPhone 18 series, which are significantly more expensive than 3nm chipsets so a price hike for consumers seems possible.

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The rumored foldable iPhone could save a stagnant folding phone market, according to a new report

By Jamie Richards published

Despite a solid crop of foldable phone releases this year, shipments of folding displays are down for the first time, prompting a discussion about how phone makers can bounce back.

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Black Friday iPad deals: the best deals on Pro, Air, and mini Apple tablets

By Axel Metz last updated

Black Friday is here, and with it some great discounts on Pro, Air, mini, and standard iPad models.

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I review phones for a living - if I needed a new phone, I'd buy this amazing Black Friday OnePlus deal

By Jamie Richards published

The OnePlus 12 goes toe-to-toe with the best phones on the market, with exceptional performance, cameras, and battery life - now it's £200 cheaper.

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An iPhone for £300? You can grab the iPhone SE for even less this Black Friday

By Jamie Richards published

Black Friday is here, and that means you can nab the cheapest iPhone for even less than usual.

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Black Friday iPhone 16 deals: the best deals on iPhone 16 Pro, Plus, and standard models

By Axel Metz last updated

Black Friday has landed in the US and UK, so here's our roundup of the best iPhone 16 deals across Pro, Plus, and standard models.

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Woah! Save a huge £270 on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus with this Black Friday deal

By Jamie Richards published

Samsung's larger flagship is a heavy hitter in nearly every category, and this deal means it's cheaper than its standard sibling at full price.

The Oppo Find X8 Pro's camera housing

The Oppo Find X8 Pro’s twin telephoto lenses prove that quad-camera setups are worth the money

By Jamie Richards published

The camera system on the Oppo Find X8 Pro is the best on any phone I’ve used, and part of that is down to its excellent hardware zoom.

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