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

Chrome password manager

Google Chrome on Android is about to get a massive upgrade for password managers that’s been a long time coming

By Jamie Richards published

In an update coming next month, Chrome on Android will allow password autofill for third party password managers.

A blue ring around the words "OxygenOS 15 Speed meets AI"

OnePlus shares release date for Android 15 update, announces new AI features

By Jamie Richards published

OnePlus has confirmed the release date for its OxygenOS 15 software update.

A Samsung Device being withdrawn from an envelope

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE gets potential launch date – and it could iron out the foldable crease problem

By Jamie Richards published

Samsung has released a video teaser that suggests the new foldable device – previously called the Galaxy Z Fold Slim – will be revealed on October 21.

Motorola Edge 50 Fusion

Another company just beat Samsung to Android 15 – and it’s not who you’d expect

By Jamie Richards published

Motorola has become the second major phone maker to implement an Android 15 beta, but only Google has managed an official release.

A group of new Amazon Kindle ereaders

The first color Amazon Kindle is finally here – and it's been joined by an AI-powered Scribe

By Jamie Richards last updated

The tech giant has announced the first full-color Kindle alongside three more new Kindle products

Samsung Galaxy A35

Galaxy A36 specs just leaked – and it’s not looking good for our favorite cheap Samsung phone

By Jamie Richards published

The follow up to the Samsung Galaxy A35 could use a rather outdated Snapdragon chipset, which could indicate performance woes.

Xiaomi 14 Ultra

The world’s best camera phone is tipped to get even more powerful, thanks to this new 200MP zoom lens

By Jamie Richards published

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is tipped to upgrade its long-range periscope camera, one of four housed in its industry-leading system

LG Wing 5G

LG's fabled rollable phone might still happen, as the company patents new and improved rolling OLED tech

By Jamie Richards published

LG, previously a major manufacturer of Android phones, has filed a patent for a display from a canceled rollable phone.

The OnePlus 12 phone, from the back

The OnePlus 13 could beat the iPhone 16 Pro on power efficiency, but there's a catch

By Jamie Richards published

The upcoming phone could get a custom Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, adding to an impressive list of rumored upgrades

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL review back handheld

Google denies claims that your Pixel phone sends it private data 4 times an hour

By Jamie Richards published

The tech giant has refuted claims that Pixel phones provide it with user location, network status, and other identifying information in addition to accessing services without user consent.

Android 15 logo on a phone, in a hand

Android 15 lets you turn your phone into a handy smart-home dashboard – here’s how

By Jamie Richards published

Google has added the Home Controls screensaver to the latest version of Android, giving you access to smart home tools without even unlocking your phone

OnePlus 12 from the back in Flowy Emerald color

The OnePlus 13 is confirmed to be on the way, with one major upgrade

By Jamie Richards published

A OnePlus executive has confirmed the OnePlus 13 is on the way with a next-generation chipset – and leaks point to an updated display, too.

An iPhone screen pushed off of the frame by an expanding battery

How to dispose of an inflated phone battery

By Jamie Richards published

Swollen phone batteries can be dangerous; here's how to dispose of them safely.

Apple iPhone 16 Plus Review

'It unlocks all these new experiences': iPhone 16 designers explain why the Camera Control was added

By Jamie Richards published

Two Apple designers have appeared on a podcast to discuss the iPhone 16 lineup’s new photography feature.

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra against a green background. Text reads: Lowest price

Last chance: get the world's best camera phone for a record-low price at Amazon

By Jamie Richards published

Amazon is offering the Xiaomi 14 Ultra in all its quad-camera glory for a great price this Prime Day.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE on a green background. Text reads: Big savings

Need a new tablet? The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE just hit a record-low price at Amazon

By Jamie Richards published

Amazon is offering the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE with 128GB of storage and included S Pen for a great price this Prime Day.

The Google Pixel 8 Pro on a green background. Text reads: Lowest Price

Save almost £400 on the powerful Pixel 8 Pro with this record-low Prime Day deal

By Jamie Richards published

Amazon is stocking last year’s Google Pixel 8 Pro for less than the price of a typical base-model flagship, meaning you can get a long list of pro features for less.

OnePlus Open camera bump up close

I switched to a folding phone – and I love it so much that I’m never going back

By Jamie Richards published

A fortnight with the OnePlus Open has been more than enough to convince me that foldables are the way forwards.

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 side by side

iPhone 16 vs iPhone 15: battle of the base models

By Jamie Richards published

It’s the battle of the base models as we compare Apple’s latest flagship, the iPhone 16, to last year’s iPhone 15.

A Samsung Galaxy S10 in white, from the back

Older Samsung Galaxy phones are being bricked, but there might be a fix on the way

By Jamie Richards published

Samsung is rolling out a fix for an update which caused older Galaxy models to start bootlooping.

The Xiaomi 14T in Titan Blue against a leafy background

Xiaomi 14T review: considered compromises

By Jamie Richards published

The Xiaomi 14T is a solid mid-range effort, and another example of the narrowing gap between mid-range and premium phones.

A hand holding the Xiaomi Mix Flip phone on a blue and green background

Xiaomi's Mix Flip foldable has arrived to take on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

By Jamie Richards published

Xiaomi is bringing its clamshell foldable to global markets following two months of Chinese exclusivity.

iPhone 14 in the hand

A more expensive iPhone SE might be on the way, and it could even support Apple Intelligence

By Jamie Richards published

The fourth generation of Apple’s budget-friendly iPhone could feature a modernized design, and come with support for Apple Intelligence.

Side-by-side image of the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: clash of the titans

By Jamie Richards published

It’s the clash of the titans as we compare Apple’s largest ever phone, the iPhone 16 Pro Max, to last year's chart-topper, the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

iPhone 16 lineup

iPhone 16 Plus: price, Camera Control, Apple Intelligence features, and everything you need to know

By Jamie Richards last updated

Updated The iPhone 16 Plus is here, bringing new buttons, redesigned cameras, and Apple Intelligence to Apple's battery life champion.

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