Jamie Richards

Jamie Richards

Freelance contributor

Jamie is freelance journalist who has written for TechRadar and MusicRadar as well as various news outlets and music blogs.

A lifelong tech-obsessive, Jamie began his writing career as a music blogger before studying journalism at Goldsmiths College, and worked at TechRadar between 2024 and 2026. He thinks the iPhone 5S is the greatest phone of all time, but is currently an Android user.

Articles by: Jamie Richards

OnePlus 15 in Sand Storm color held in hand with cameras and back showing in the middle of a Times Square New York City intersection across from the Hard Rock Hotel. The background is blurred with cars and people moving past
If the rumored OnePlus 16 Pro is anything like the Oppo Find X9 Pro, I'll be recommending it to every Android fan

By Jamie Richards Published

OnePlus hasn’t released a ‘Pro’ version of its flagship handset for years – but new rumors have got me excited to see how the brand could improve on its recent five-star flagship.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might not get any camera upgrades — but that's fine if it means we avoid a price hike

By Jamie Richards Published

It seems that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch with the same quad-camera system as last year’s model, but there could be an excellent reason for the lack of upgrade.

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2026 is the perfect year for OnePlus to release another folding phone — here's why

By Jamie Richards Published

It’s going to be an interesting year for folding phones – here’s why OnePlus should return to the phone industry’s most exciting market.

The Oppo Find X9 Pro alongside an image of Fortnite alongside an image of a phone gimbal
I'm a phones expert, and these are my 5 tech resolutions for 2026 – from taking better photos to playing more Fortnite

By Jamie Richards Published

In my quest for self-improvement, I’ve discovered that I need more Victory Royales – here are my 5 smartphone resolutions for 2026.

Composite image; Samsung Galaxy S25, iPhone 17, and Google Pixel 10
Bigger batteries, better AI, and more: here’s what the TechRadar team wants to see from smartphones in 2026

By Jamie Richards Published

Here’s what our resident tech-heads are hoping for in the world of smartphones next year.

Polarsteps running on an Oppo Find X9 Pro, leaves in the background
Polarsteps is the free app that tracks your travels — and it just made my New Year’s resolutions list

By Jamie Richards Published

Polarsteps is a completely free app that allows you to track and share your travels and journeys, and it even offers a Spotify Wrapped-style recap.

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I didn’t quit social media in 2025, but I might have to if this awful trend continues in 2026

By Jamie Richards Published

Instagram is becoming a dumping ground for AI slop, and it now seems to be coming from Meta itself.

iPhone 17 First Look
The iPhone 17 was a win, but Apple needs to keep buffing up the base model in 2026

By Jamie Richards Published

If Apple wants to keep up with Samsung and Google in terms of mobile hardware, it needs to keep boosting the base model iPhone in 2026.

Google Pixel 10 in Lemongrass against a bubbly backsplash
Google Pixel phones need power and parity to fix a confusing product strategy in 2026

By Jamie Richards Published

Google has positioned itself as the software lover’s choice when it comes to flagship phones – but there are some odd gaps between the standard and Pro handsets.

The DDJ-FLX2 DJ controller on a christmassy table
I've DJed on mixers worth thousands — but this super-cheap DJ controller is my Christmas pick for music lovers

By Jamie Richards Published

I stepped away from my pro-grade DJ setup to check out this cheap controller from the brand formerly known as Pioneer DJ.

The Oppo Find X9 Pro being held in the hand
I reviewed the Oppo Find X9 Pro, and it’s the maximized flagship for Android lovers

By Jamie Richards Published

The Oppo Find X9 Pro is a maxed-out pro camera phone that will happily wear its inspirations on its sleeve if it means delivering a fantastic flagship experience.

The Razer Kishi V3 Pro, with a phone bracketed, leaves in background
The Razer Kishi V3 Pro converted me to mobile gaming after a decade on consoles

By Jamie Richards Published

Recommended

The Razer Kishi V3 Pro is expensive as mobile gaming controllers come, but offers solid value with its array of remappable controls and fantastic ergonomics.

Man holding a smartphone with the YouTube app opening
I’ve used YouTube Premium for a year, and I’m convinced it’s the ultimate app subscription – and a great Christmas gift

By Jamie Richards Published

I’ve said it before, but YouTube Premium really is the real deal – here’s how you can give my favorite subscription as a Christmas present.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 REVIEW
Samsung seems to be focusing on foldables in 2026 – here are 3 possible reasons why

By Jamie Richards Published

With the Galaxy Z Trifold on the way and rumors of a small upgrade for the Galaxy S26 series, it seems that Samsung is betting big on its folding phones for next year.

Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold's best feature won't be its hardware – here's why I'm more excited for DeX

By Jamie Richards Published

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold is due to merge the mobile and tablet experience like never before – and if Samsung plays its cards right, it could revolutionize on-the-go productivity.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold, unfolded, on a blue background
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could be the perfect mobile movie machine – and I can’t wait to try it out

By Jamie Richards Published

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could become the device of choice for watching movies on the go, with a larger screen than any tablet-style folding phone before it

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.

Three phones on a red Christmas background
Buying someone a new phone this Christmas? Here are my 7 expert recommendations for every type of person

By Jamie Richards Published

It’s the season of giving, and if you're planning on buying someone a new phone this Christmas, here are my expert recommendations.

Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold
With the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold on the way, Apple’s rumored iPhone Fold needs to hit shelves soon

By Jamie Richards Published

Cupertino needs to step on it in 2026

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold on a purple background
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold's folding mechanism looks odd, but it's the right call on a crucial design decision

By Jamie Richards Published

The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold is finally official, and while Samsung’s first multi-fold device might look a bit peculiar, I think it’s taken the right approach with an important design feature

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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

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.

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