Jamie Richards

Jamie Richards

Mobile Computing Staff Writer

Jamie is a Mobile Computing Staff Writer for TechRadar, responsible for covering phones and tablets. A lifelong tech-obsessive, Jamie began his writing career as a music blogger before studying journalism at Goldsmiths College, and joined TechRadar in 2024. He thinks the iPhone 5S is the greatest phone of all time, but is currently an Android user.

As well as reporting on the latest in mobile hardware, software, and industry developments, Jamie specialises in features and long-form pieces that dive into the latest phone and tablet trends. He can also be found writing for the site's Audio and Streaming sections from time to time, or behind the decks as a DJ at local venues around London.

Articles by: Jamie Richards

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max REVIEW

Buying a new camera phone this Black Friday? Megapixels aren’t the only important spec

By Jamie Richards published

If you’re looking for a new camera phone during sales season, resolution isn’t the only thing you should keep an eye out for on the spec sheet

Collage of iOS 26 features

iOS 26: everything you need to know

By James Rogerson last updated

Updated iOS 26 has landed, complete with new features, a new name, and a whole new look.

iPhone 17 in green

Apple could be working on a batch of new iPhone satellite features, and I'm cautious but optimistic

By Jamie Richards published

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has suggested that Apple could be working on developing the iPhone’s satellite capability.

The Apple Music app icon against a red background on an iPhone.

Apple Music will soon let you share songs and lyrics to your WhatsApp status as the fight against Spotify continues

By Jamie Richards published

Apple is reportedly working on direct integration between Apple Music and WhatsApp to match previously-released Spotify features as Wrapped season approaches

Localsend running on a phone and MacBook

This free app gives Android phones AirDrop-style file transfer powers – and it even works with Mac

By Jamie Richards published

LocalSend is a must-have for every Android user – it makes transferring files between Mac and Android phones simple and painless.

An 11-inch iPad Pro running the Slide Over feature in iPadOS 26.1

iPadOS 26.1 just brought back a popular multitasking feature, but I’m still waiting for this useful mode to return

By Jamie Richards published

iPadOS 26.1 has brought back Slide Over, making multitasking easier for touchscreen-only users – but I’m still waiting for another iPadOS 18 feature to return.

The Steven Slate Audio VSX Immersion One headphones

These new headphones can simulate pro studios, listening rooms, or even the infamous ‘car test’ – and I can’t wait to get my hands on them

By Jamie Richards published

Steven Slate Audio wants to bring the studio to you

Nothing Phone (3a)

Nothing has a fix for its Meta bloatware issue, solving a problem that never should’ve existed

By Jamie Richards published

Why was this even a thing?

iPhone 15 review images

Should you buy a pre-owned phone this Black Friday? It depends on what you're looking for

By Jamie Richards published

With so many options for used phones this Black Friday, we ask whether it’s worth picking one up instead of a new unit

Apple iPad Air 11-inch M3 (2025) Review

With the rumored OLED upgrade for the iPad Air, Apple has the chance to make the best general-purpose tablet ever

By Jamie Richards published

The iPad Air has been tipped for a major display upgrade – and I think Apple has the chance to do something incredible with it.

The iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Need help buying the best phone for you? Here’s what the TechRadar experts use, and how to score a good deal

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

With the Black Friday deals already here, now's a great time to snap up a brilliant phone that has the TechRadar seal of approval.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE in white with a black cover display

Samsung flip phones aren’t always a safe bet for Black Friday deals, but the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE could change that

By Jamie Richards published

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip hasn’t always been a reliable source of Black Friday Deals, but I’m hoping the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE could change that.

The Redmi K90 Pro Max camera housing, with the Bose subwoofer visible

This wild new phone has its own subwoofer, and it's got me wondering why phone speakers are still an afterthought

By Jamie Richards published

The new Redmi K90 Pro Max has a denim rear panel, a flagship chipset, and a built-in subwoofer – it’s undeniably weird, but raises some good questions about mobile audio.

The Oppo Find X9 Pro with the Hasselblad lens extender attachment

I tried the Oppo Find X9 Pro’s detachable zoom lens and I'm not allowed to tell you how cool it is yet

By Jamie Richards published

Oppo has revealed the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro, its next generation cameraphone flagships, the latter of which supports a detachable 10x zoom lens.

Google Pixel 9a in Peony pink on a turqoise TechRadar logo banner

The best Android phones 2025: Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and more

By Philip Berne, Jamie Richards last updated

Updated Here's our list of the best Android phones for every type of user, from budget buyers to power users.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max REVIEW

The new 'Colorgate' controversy might stop me recommending the iPhone 17 Pro – but not yet

By Jamie Richards published

With a little more evidence, these changing hues could change my view

Apple iPhone Air Review

The iPhone Air might not be selling too well, but I hope Apple doesn't give up on its most exciting phone in years – here's why

By Jamie Richards published

Low sales reports for the iPhone Air have me worried that the latest middle-child iPhone might not stick around for too long

Honor Magic V5 unfolded, red tree in background

I used the Honor Magic V5 for a week and it put a spell on me

By Jamie Richards published

Recommended

The Honor Magic V5 lands on UK shelves with incredible displays, a huge battery, and genuinely impressive cameras. It’s the Galaxy Z Fold 7 rival Samsung should be most worried about.

iPad and iPad Air on a split navy/maroon background

iPad vs iPad Air: Which Apple tablet is right for you?

By Jamie Richards published

The base-model iPad is the best value it’s ever been, while the iPad Air offers incredible power – here’s our head-to-head to help you choose between Apple’s cheaper tablets.

Motorola X70 Air

Motorola is making a super-thin phone, and I actually think that’s a huge deal

By Jamie Richards published

Motorola has teased the new Moto X70 Air, its contribution to the growing super-thin phone market – and though Motorola isn’t the biggest phone maker, I think this reveal is actually a huge deal.

The back of the OnePlus 15

The OnePlus 15 will get an impressive display feature that most phones miss out on

By Jamie Richards published

OnePlus has confirmed the display specs for the new OnePlus 15 in a social media post for its Chinese audience, confirming a 165Hz refresh rate, increased brightness, and better color accuracy.

Apple iPad Mini A 17 Pro (2024) REVIEW

The iPhone Fold could be the ultimate mobile gaming device, if Apple sticks to this rumored design

By Jamie Richards published

iOS is the best mobile platform for triple-A games – giving Apple the chance to do something weird and wonderful for mobile gaming with its long-rumored folding iPhone.

Xiaomi Pad Mini, rear panel visible, greenery in background

The Xiaomi Pad Mini is the best Android tablet you can't buy - here are my hands-on thoughts

By Jamie Richards published

Xiaomi takes aim at the iPad mini

The OnePlus 15 in the Sand Storm color option

OnePlus confirms global launch for OnePlus 15 and unveils new ‘Sand Storm’ design

By Jamie Richards published

OnePlus has confirmed that the successor to the OnePlus 13 will launch globally with a new special edition ‘Sand Storm’ handset.

Ultimate Guitar open on a folding phone. Tree in the background

After years away from my guitar, this app has made learning songs easier than I ever thought possible

By Jamie Richards published

Ultimate Guitar is the app of choice for guitar tabs and chord breakdowns, which has made it a great companion for re-learning guitar.

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