Josh Render
Josh Render is a UK-based staff writer at Tom's Guides covering news and features focusing primarily on mobile phones and their workings. Josh has been around phones for many years, having worked in a few different second-hand retailers. He knows the ins and outs of most phones, including how to repair many of them. Meanwhile, he has worked as a freelance journalist for several publications which range over a bunch of different tech aspects. Josh is also a fan of pairing people with the right tech and helping people understand the more nuanced aspects of their latest purchases. Outside of phones Josh is a fan of video games, novels, and Warhammer and has worked around all three to some degree.
Josh has a degree in Film Production from the University of Central Lancashire and has worked for publications such as GameGrin and CBR as well as a few smaller independent outfits. He is often found trying to paint models, completing levels, reading books, or figuring out the next best gaming app to invest his time in.
Latest articles by Josh Render
I read more books on my phone than ever before in 2024 — here’s why
By Josh Render published
As I look back on 2024, I found that I have been using my phones in a way that I never expected, as an e-reader.
OnePlus Open 2 new renders just revealed — this could be our first look
By Josh Render published
The OnePlus Open was a fantastic phone, and the sequel is expected to follow that trend. A new report has given us our first look at a render of the upcoming device.
I’m not excited about the iPhone 17 Air — here’s why
By Josh Render published
The iPhone 17 Air might be the thinnest phone yet, but that's the reason that I'd never buy one.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leak shows off potential new color
By Josh Render published
A new leak has appeared showing off one of the possible color options for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but there's some contention which color it is.
Oppo Find X8 review: A brilliant flagship phone value
By Josh Render published
There's a lot to like about the Oppo Find X8, from its camera output to its AI-powered features. But unlike the more expensive Find X8 Pro, this model's not that easy to track down.
Bad Samsung news? One UI 7 rumor says beta is only coming to Galaxy S24 series
By Josh Render published
A new leak has indicated that the One UI 7 will only release on the Galaxy S24.
Google Workspace could make it much faster to play videos — here’s how
By Josh Render published
A recent Workspace blog post has unveiled new features for Google Drive, including better video playback and new shortcuts.
iPhone vs. Android: Which is better for you?
By Josh Render last updated
Our iPhone vs. Android face-off will help you figure out which kind of phone is right for you.
These are the best apps I tried in 2024 — and they’re both from Games Workshop
By Josh Render published
I've been looking back over the year and have realized the two apps I have used the most in the last 12 months.
Elon Musk just raised the price of X Premium Plus — what you need to know
By Josh Render published
X is introducing a price increase for its Premium Plus membership by up to 40%.
Excited for OnePlus Open 2? Here's all the rumors you need to know about
By Josh Render last updated
The rumor mill for the OnePlus Open 2 has already started, here's everything we know about the next OnePlus foldable.
iOS 19 rumored device compatibility — these iPhones could run it
By Josh Render published
A recent report has unveiled which devices could receive the next generation of Apple OS updates.
Google Photos rumored upgrade will help millions of users — this will save you time
By Josh Render last updated
A recent tip has indicated Google is working on a new 'quick edit' option whenever you share an image.
iPhone AirDrop can’t steal your payment info — here’s why TikTok is wrong
By Josh Render published
A recent trend on TikTok has some concerned that AirDrop is making it easier than ever to steal Apple Pay information, but that isn't the case.
Motorola phones could be banned in the US after judge issues ruling
By Josh Render published
In a recent patent ruling the ITC found in favor of Sony Ericsson, which could be concerning for Motorola's future in the US.
Google's Gemini 2.0 update will supercharge your phone — 3 changes to try first
By Josh Render published
Gemini 2.0 brings with it improved reasoning, better performance and new functionality that will improve how your phone works.
We just got our first look at satellite messaging on Android phones — here it is
By Josh Render published
A new report has revealed what Android 15's Satellite messaging service could look like.
Android 15's getting some crucial fixes for Pixel phones — here's what's coming
By Josh Render published
A new developer beta has been released for the final upcoming Android 15 QPR release with a focus on bug fixes.
FBI warns Apple and Android users to avoid RCS messaging — here's why
By Josh Render published
RCS communications between Apple and Android devices still lack end-to-end encyption, leading to the FBI warning US users to look elsewhere.
Google Pixel 10 rumored for one of the biggest hardware changes since the Pixel 6
By Josh Render published
An inside source has stated that Google plans to drop the Samsung-produced modem for the next generation of Pixel phones.
Playing your favorite games on phones could include AI advice thanks to Gemini 2.0 — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Google is testing new AI agents that aim to help users when playing games on their phone.
iPhone 17 Air rumors indicate Apple could copy the Google Pixel camera bar — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Two separate rumors state that the iPhone 17 Air could go with a horizontal camera bar.
Resident Evil 2 has been released for iPhone — and the game is so good I just bought this controller
By Josh Render published
The remake of Resident Evil 2 recently launched on iPhone, and it made me realize I needed a controller.
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