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

Genshin Impact on Android finally adds controller support — 4 years after iOS
By Josh Render published
Genshin Impact on Android devices will finally support Bluetooth controllers in the upcoming update, making it a great time to game.

I commute an hour to work each day — these 5 apps make the time go by quickly
By Josh Render published
There's more than one way to occupy yourself with your phone during a long commute. Here are the apps I use when I'm traveling between work and home.

iOS 18.4 Photos update makes it easier to sort, hide and delete your photos on iPhone — here’s what you can do
By Josh Render published
The iOS 18.4 public beta offers a lot of improvements to your phone, including several subtle changes to how you view and organize your Photos app.

Chromecast fail — users across the world are saying that their Chromecasts are not working
By Josh Render last updated
A surge of Google Chromecast users took to Reddit over the weekend to complain about issues with their older streaming devices.

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.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 just got these major upgrades with One UI 7
By Josh Render published
One UI 7's beta has been expanded to the Galaxy Z Fold 6, and it's bringing some unique improvements to Samsung's flagship foldable.

Google Pixel 9a leak just confirmed a major design change — here's the new look
By Josh Render published
Several new leaked images have appeared for the Google Pixel 9a, and all seem to confirm that the camera bar really is gone.

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S24: Biggest upgrades
By Josh Render last updated
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is here, and there are some big changes between it and the prior Galaxy S24.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 tipped for a huge outer screen upgrade — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed that Samsung could drop the folder-like design from the front screen of the Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Google Pixel 10 just tipped for a new AI assistant called Pixel Sense
By Josh Render published
When the Google Pixel 10 arrives later this year, it will reportedly come with a new assistant called Pixel Sense, though the rumored change is based on a promised Pixel 9 feature.

Samsung confirms full One UI 7 release is happening in April — here’s what you need to know
By Josh Render published
Samsung's latest news post has stated that the full release of One UI 7 will occur in April, as well as older devices being added to the beta.

Pixel Studio can finally generate people — and that's not the only change Google is bringing to Pixel phones
By Josh Render published
Pixel users have a lot to be excited about

MWC 2025 Day 2 — here’s the top 5 new gadgets you need to see
By Josh Render published
MWC's second day has come to an end, and here's a list of the top five hardware and software that we saw.

MWC 2025 Day 1 — here's 7 amazing new gadgets you need to see
By Josh Render published
MWC is upon us, and the first day has started strong with some great new tech on display.

Samsung Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 coming next week — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Samsung India has confirmed that the next generation of Galaxy A-series phones is on the horizon.

Google Messages could soon copy one of the best WhatsApp features
By Josh Render published
A recent APK teardown has revealed that users could soon get access to much more information about who has seen and read their messages.

Google Pixel 9a revealed in leaked hands-on video — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A new hands-on video has appeared that allegedly gives us a full view of the upcoming Google Pixel 9a, and in high definition.

iPhone 17 leaker just revealed renders of all four models — here's the new designs
By Josh Render published
A recent CAD-based render has been leaked that seems to confirm everything we've heard about the iPhone 17 series.

Google Pixel 9a seemingly revealed in leaked video — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Recent leaked videos of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge appear to have also shown off the Google Pixel 9a in the background.

I tested the Samsung Galaxy S25's Gemini cross-app actions — here’s what happened
By Josh Render published
Samsung really pushed Google Gemini's Cross-app features, but here's how it really works.

I was really excited about the iPhone 16e, but not anymore — here's why I won't be upgrading
By Josh Render published
The iPhone 16e is here, but to me, it doesn't feel like the affordable smartphone we were promised.

iPhone 16e vs iPhone SE 3: Biggest differences explained
By Josh Render, Mark Spoonauer published
The iPhone 16e is here, and it is very different to the iPhone SE 2022, but what does that mean?

iPhone 16e — everything you need to know
By Philip Michaels last updated
Apple has announced its latest phone, the iPhone 16e and here's everything we know about the device.
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