Articles by James Peckham

James is the Editor-in-Chief at Android Police. Previously, he was Senior Phones Editor for TechRadar, and he has covered smartphones and the mobile space for the best part of a decade bringing you news on all the big announcements from top manufacturers making mobile phones and other portable gadgets. James is often testing out and reviewing the latest and greatest mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, virtual reality headsets, fitness trackers and more. He once fell over.

Articles by: James Peckham

How waterproof is your phone? IP68, IP67 and other IP ratings explained

By James Peckham Published 25 February 21

We’ve put together a guide to explain IP ratings, so you can work out whether your phone is water or dust resistant.

Google Pixel foldable phone may come in 2021, but don't expect it to replace Pixel 6

By James Peckham Published 24 February 21

A new report suggests Google is among a few Android manufacturers that are working on foldable phones.

Your Samsung phone may get at least four years of security updates

By Balakumar K, James Peckham Published 23 February 21

Samsung has revealed it will be supporting security updates on Galaxy phones for at least four years.

This Android's under-display selfie camera isn’t great, but it's a sign for future phones

By James Peckham Published 21 February 21

Analysis We’ve used the ZTE Axon 20 5G that sports an under-display selfie camera, and here are the results.

Realme GT 5G is a new Android phone with Snapdragon 888 coming next month

By James Peckham Published 18 February 21

Android phone manufacturer Realme has confirmed its next flagship phone is on the way on March 4.

Xiaomi's next phone - the Redmi Note 10 - will arrive early next month

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Published 16 February 21

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi Note 10 series of affordable smartphones will make its global debut on March 4.

Sony Xperia 10 III leak shows us what could be powering the new phone

By James Peckham Published 15 February 21

A new Sony Xperia 10 III leak gives us a hint at what you can expect to be powering the next-gen phone.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra leak shows a phone with 120x zoom and a second screen for selfies

By Bodhisatwa Ray, James Peckham Published 12 February 21

A YouTuber has leaked what looks like the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, and apparently it features a camera with 120x zoom.

iPhone Flip - Apple's first foldable phone - may be a clamshell in lots of bright colors

By James Peckham Last updated 9 February 21

Apple's rumored iPhone Flip is said to be using a clamshell design, but it won't be available to buy anytime soon.

OnePlus 9 Pro leak shows exciting camera upgrades, including Hasselblad partnership

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Last updated 8 February 21

YouTuber Dave2D shared images of an alleged OnePlus 9 Pro, showcasing a new Hasselblad camera system and confirming other specs.

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 proves the time is right for iPhone 13 to get in-screen Touch ID

By James Peckham Published 6 February 21

Opinion Apple hasn’t tried out in-screen fingerprint tech on an iPhone yet, but Samsung’s latest proves 2021 is the right time.

ZTE Axon 20 5G review

By James Peckham Published 5 February 21

An under-screen selfie camera doesn’t make this a must-have smartphone, but it is exciting nevertheless.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 review

By James Peckham Published 5 February 21

Updated This phablet from Samsung is trimmer than prior models, but it still packs top-end specs, a vibrant display and a handy stylus.

Xiaomi Mi 11's price just leaked ahead of its February 8 launch

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Published 5 February 21

The Xiaomi Mi 11 series goes global next week, starting with Europe, where it will be priced at €799 and €899 – significantly higher than China.

A new Oppo smartphone may have a trick to hide the rear camera entirely

By Jitendra Soni, James Peckham Published 4 February 21

This new patent awarded to Oppo suggests that the Chinese company wants to use two different prisms on a movable module to capture images.

Apple Watch 6 Black Unity edition is now on sale, but only until the end of February

By James Peckham Published 2 February 21

The Apple Watch 6 Black Unity edition was announced last month, but you're now able to buy the new smartwatch.

Upcoming ZTE Axon 30 Pro smartphone will sport a whopping 200MP camera

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Published 1 February 21

ZTE’s President Ni Fei took to Weibo to confirm that the upcoming Axon 30 Pro flagship will be the first 200MP camera smartphone.

Samsung S21 Ultra verdict and Xbox Live Gold: Noise Cancelling podcast episode 49

By James Peckham Published 29 January 21

Podcast The best tech podcast you've never heard, pumped straight into your ears.

New Xiaomi wireless charging tech charges phones from the other side of the room

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Published 29 January 21

The new Xiaomi Mi Air Charge technology can remotely charge multiple devices without any cable or wireless pad at 5W.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro camera leak shows it could compete with Samsung's S21 Ultra

By Aakash Jhaveri, James Peckham Published 28 January 21

A new leak states that the top phone in Xiaomi’s flagship Mi 11 series will have a new quad-camera system that can zoom up to 120x.

No Time To Die may need reshoots so it can include modern Nokia smartphones

By James Peckham Published 27 January 21

The latest James Bond film may need to reshoot certain elements so it can include partnerships with companies like Nokia.

Huawei denies rumor that says it's looking to sell off its P and Mate series smartphones

By Jitendra Soni, James Peckham Published 25 January 21

Reports hint that Huawei has been discussing an Honor-like deal for it's Mate and P lineup since September last year.

OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro leak gives us a hint at the screen tech to expect

By Jitendra Soni, James Peckham Published 25 January 21

OnePlus 9 specs may include a 6.5-inch FHD+ 120Hz flat display, whereas the OnePlus 9 Pro could come with a 6.7-inch QHD+ 120Hz curved screen.

24 hours with the Samsung Galaxy S21: what we’ve learned on day one

By James Peckham Last updated 22 January 21

24 Hours With The Samsung Galaxy S21 is now in our palms, and this is how we’ve felt about the next-gen handset from Samsung.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is the best smartphone right now

By James Peckham Last updated 22 January 21

Samsung's latest top-end handset takes our crown for the best smartphone money can buy.

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