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

iPhone alarm interface

Apple seems to be hitting snooze on this year-long iPhone alarm issue

By Jamie Richards published

Oversleepers everywhere will feel validated by reports that iPhone alarms are simply not going off, an issue that has persisted for nearly an entire year.

Two phones on an orange background showing the Google Podcasts app

Google Discover's new experimental Daily Listen feature turns your news feed into a podcast

By Jamie Richards published

Google has added an experimental feature to the Discover feed, allowing you to listen to a recap of the day’s stories as a personalized mini-podcast.

OnePlus 13 in aramid fiber case from back showing red ring

OnePlus' rumored 'mini' flagship could be the final nail in the coffin for small Android phones

By Jamie Richards published

The rumored Oppo Find X8 Mini could be coming to global markets via OnePlus, the company’s West-focused brand – but what does a 6.31-inch mini phone mean for the future of small handsets?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 pictured next to the Google Pixel 9

Here's how the Samsung Galaxy S25 can beat the Google Pixel 9

By Jamie Richards published

With the Samsung Galaxy S25 on the way, the two leading Android phone makers are set to go head-to-head with their latest models.

Google Maps

Google's 2024 Timeline update is like Spotify Wrapped for your travels

By Jamie Richards published

Google has released its Timeline update, which recaps your 2024 journeys and compares your total travel distance to the circumference of the Earth.

The HMD Key on a pink background

The HMD Key is the cheapest big-brand smartphone I’ve ever seen

By Jamie Richards published

HMD, which owns the Nokia brand, has released its new Key smartphone for the equivalent of $74.

an image of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 could borrow two great features from the Pixel 9 Pro

By Jamie Richards published

The next Samsung flagship could lift a couple of neat features from the Pixel 9 Pro, such as crash detection and a free trial of Gemini Advanced.

Popular social media apps on an Apple iPhone: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, Reddit, TikTok, and Threads.

Why deleting social media apps from my phone in 2025 isn't just about mindfulness

By Jamie Richards published

Social media keeps us connected, and it can get overwhelming – but a less-considered side of heavy social media use is how much it distracts you from the other amazing things a smartphone can do.

iPhone 16 Camera Control

I hope this new iPhone feature becomes industry standard in 2025

By Jamie Richards published

Calling all Camera Control copiers!

The Bandcamp home page on a laptop. Badge reads: Tech resolutions 2025

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.

Three-image composite; A Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Snapdragon 8 Elite graphic, and see-through iPhone 16 Pro

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.

Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 front angled closed

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.

an image of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

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.

Two Oppo Find X8 Pro models, one in white and one in black, against a violet TechRadar background

The best Oppo phone 2025: the top Reno and Find models

By Jamie Richards last updated

We've tested and ranked the best Oppo phones for every budget, from the X8 Pro to the Reno 12 FS.

The Oppo Reno 12 FS 5G against a partially overcast sky

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.

A phone with the Google Photos logo on the screen

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.

Samsung Galaxy S24 apps screen showing all preloaded apps from Samsung, Google, and Microsoft

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.

A smartphone on a sofa showing the WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal apps

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

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra and Honor Magic 7 Pro, side by side

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.

Samsung Galaxy S24 in violet from back

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.

The Huawei Mate X6 on a pink background

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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