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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

iPhone 4 SE just tipped for name change right before launch

By Josh Render published 17 February 25

The iPhone SE 4 could be just around the corner, but reports are speculating it may arrive with a different name entirely.

iPhones

I tested Circle to Search’s new features for the Galaxy S25 — here’s what happened

By Josh Render published 16 February 25

With the release of the Galaxy S25 we saw Circle to Seach getting some major improvements, but how good are they really?

Android Phones

TikTok confirms return to Apple and Google app stores — here’s what we know

By Josh Render published 14 February 25

TikTok has confirmed that users in North America can download the app from both the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

Mobile Apps

Apple February event 2025 — iPhone SE 4, new HomePod and all the new products to expect

By Josh Render, Mark Spoonauer last updated 13 February 25

Apple's Spring event could be just around the corner, and there is a lot to be excited about for Apple fans looking for their next product.

Phones

Google Maps is adding this new feature for millions of drivers to make your ride safer

By Josh Render published 13 February 25

Google is working to introduce new weather-based hazard options to help prepare drivers for upcoming dangers.

Mobile Apps

Gemini Live major upgrade just revealed by Google

By Josh Render published 13 February 25

A recent email from Google has revealed that Gemini Live is getting better at understanding different accents and dialects.

Google Gemini

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 rumors — everything we know so far

By Josh Render published 13 February 25

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is on the horizon, and there are a lot of rumors to shift through. Here's everything we've heard about the new Samsung foldable phone.

Android Phones

Galaxy S25 Ultra scores high for repairability — iPhone 16 Pro Max still beats it

By Josh Render published 12 February 25

iFixit has proclaimed the Galaxy S25 Ultra as the most repairable yet, but it still falls short of the iPhone 16 Pro Max

Android Phones

Apple Maps follows Google Maps in renaming the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

By Josh Render published 12 February 25

Apple has followed Google's lead by renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.

Mobile Apps

Samsung's ridiculous S Pen saga continues — users complain magnetic accessories cause issues

By Josh Render published 11 February 25

There have been several reports regarding the Galaxy S25 Ultra's S Pen being affected by magnets.

Android Phones

Motorola Razr Plus 2025 first images leak — here’s what’s new

By Josh Render published 11 February 25

A new report has shown several images of the next generation of Motorola Razr, including the display and apparent camera layout.

Android Phones

T-Mobile just made Starlink upgrade free for iPhone and Android — and any network can access it

By Josh Render last updated 10 February 25

T-Mobile used the recent Super Bowl to reveal that the Starlink beta will be available for any customer, regardless of which network they use.

Phones

Apple’s iPhone SE 4 could be announced this week — here’s what we know

By Josh Render published 10 February 25

A new report from Mark Gurman has indicated that Apple's next SE phone could arrive as soon as this week!

iPhones

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra S Pen should be sold separately — here’s why

By Josh Render published 9 February 25

Considering Samsung is dropping features from the Galaxy S25 Ultra's S Pen the big question is if it should even ship with it at all.

Android Phones

Amazon announces Alexa event on February 26 — what we expect to see

By Josh Render published 6 February 25

Amazon has announced an Alexa-focused press event for later this month that promises some improvements for Amazon's AI.

Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra just got revealed — and it wants to beat the Galaxy S25 on AI

By Josh Render published 6 February 25

Asus recently announced the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra, which features a similar design to the Asus ROG Phone 9 and a wealth of AI features.

Android Phones

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases in 2025

By Josh Render published 6 February 25

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is here, and so are a bevy of new cases that aim to protect this premium device. These are the best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cases we've spotted so far.

Samsung Phones

Oppo Find N5 launching globally soon — and it's the 'world's thinnest' foldable phone

By Josh Render published 5 February 25

An oppo exec has stated that the Oppo Find N5 will be releasing globally in just two weeks.

Android Phones

One UI 7 just fixed a massive problem on Samsung Galaxy phones

By Josh Render published 5 February 25

One UI 7 is giving users a lot more control over when their screen dims to conserve battery.

Samsung Phones

Nothing Phone 3a tipped to steal a massive feature from iPhone 16 — this isn't surprising

By Josh Render published 4 February 25

A recent social media post from Nothing has revealed a new button on the side of the Nothing Phone 3a.

Android Phones

Google Maps has 3D Map navigation — here’s how to activate it

By Josh Render last updated 4 February 25

A recent post on X has reported that the latest Google Maps beta includes a 3D navigation toggle. Here's where to find that in your version of the app.

Phones

Apple will no longer allow users to downgrade from iOS 18.3 — here’s why

By Josh Render published 4 February 25

Apple has stopped signing the iOS 18.2.1 update, meaning users can no longer downgrade from the iOS 18.3 update.

iPhones

Apple Vision Pro on track for PlayStation VR 2 controller support — here’s what we know

By Josh Render published 3 February 25

A recent report has revealed Apple's progress with Sony to introduce PlayStation VR 2 controller support for the Apple Vision Pro.

Computing

Nothing Phone 3a launch date just got confirmed — there's not long to wait

By Josh Render published 31 January 25

Nothing announced on social media that it plans to reveal its next phone in a matter of weeks.

Android Phones

Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest gain access to thousands of games overnight — here’s what we know

By Josh Render published 31 January 25

Both the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest are now compatible with Nvidia's GeForce Now streaming service.

VR & AR

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