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
Google's main search app is getting a very useful upgrade — what you need to know
By Josh Render published
A recent report has revealed that Google is adding a new Activity tab to the Google app, making it much easier to check your history.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE just launched and it's already getting a discount ahead of Black Friday
By Josh Render published
The Galaxy S24 FE is at its lowest price ever, making now a great time to grab this affordable device.
iOS 18.2 will make it easier than ever to connect your iPhone to your Mac — here’s how
By Josh Render published
iOS 18.2 is finally allowing you to use your facial recognition when connecting to a new computer.
Google Pixel phones are finally getting battery charging limit options — what this means for you
By Josh Render published
Android 15's battery saving feature has made an appearance on Google Pixel phones, making it easier than ever to keep your battery healthy.
Google Pixel’s next update revealed by Verizon — here’s what's coming
By Josh Render published
Verizon has leaked the details for the next update on it's store page, including upcoming fixes.
Google Contacts could let you set emojis as a profile picture — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Google is adding the option to create new contact pictures using emojis and monograms.
Own a Google Pixel? One of its best AI features is about to get even more useful
By Josh Render published
Google could be planning a massive update for the Pixel's Screenshots app, including new features and a UI overhaul.
Sharing images on Google Photos will be more streamlined in new update — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Google is replacing the people icon with a new bell symbol, which in turn will take you to a new update menu.
Samsung's One UI 7 beta tipped for mid-November launch alongside possible new summary feature — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed the possible launch date for One UI 7's beta release later this month.
Leaked documents reveal Google’s plans for the Pixel 11a — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed how Google may incorporate the Tensor chip into the Pixel 11a.
Android 16 confirmed for early release — here’s what we know
By Josh Render published
Android 16 will be here sooner than expected
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S24: Biggest expected upgrades
By Josh Render published
The Samsung Galaxy S25 arrives early next year, but rumors are already giving us an ideal of the Galaxy S25 vs. Galaxy S24 differences.
Your kids can now make contactless payments with Google Wallet — here's how it works
By Josh Render published
Google has announced that it will soon bring tap-to-pay to kids If they have a Family Link account.
YouTube tests removing viewer counts — here’s what we know
By Josh Render last updated
A recent post has revealed that YouTube is testing a new homepage that removes the view count and likes on displayed videos.
Google Chrome just got three new modes — and it's a game changer for performance
By Josh Render last updated
Google is adding three new modes to Google Chrome to help help control the amount of memory it uses.
Apple’s App Store just tipped for a big AI upgrade — here’s what to expect
By Josh Render published
Apple is reportedly planning to bring AI summaries for App Store reviews.
Apple confirms early 2025 release for Apple Intelligence features in the EU
By Josh Render published
Apple has confirmed when EU countries will start to see the new Apple Intelligence features, and you'll have to wait a bit.
Need a hand? Gmail’s ‘Help me write’ comes to web users — everything you need to know
By Josh Render published
Google is bringin one of its best features to
Google could bring back this Face ID hardware for the Pixel 11 — here’s what you need to know
By Josh Render published
A recent leak has revealed that the Pixel 11 could bring back the IR cameras from the Pixel 4.
Massive Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 11 leak just revealed the biggest AI upgrades
By Josh Render published
A new leak has revealed several features for the Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 11.
iOS 18.1 expected to launch next week — here’s all the features coming to your iPhone
By Josh Render last updated
Apple's expected to finally release iOS 18.1 sometime next week, bringing a host of new features powered by Apple Intelligence. Here's what you can expect.
Apple’s iOS 18.2 beta has a new feature to help protect your child online — here’s how
By Josh Render published
Apple is introducing a new feature that allows kids to directly report any inappropriate message to Apple, but it's only in Australia at the moment.
ChatGPT can analyze your iPhone screen with iOS 18.2 — here's how it works
By Josh Render last updated
With ChatGPT integration, Siri can now read your screen to offer information on what you are seeing.
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