Richard Priday
Richard is a writer based in London, covering news, reviews, how-tos and buying guides for mobile devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops, as well as other topics like gaming and audio.
He has an impractically large collection of devices, gathered over his five years in tech journalism. Using this broad stock of gadgets, he can compare and contrast a new product's features with similar devices', and figure out if something's a new class leader, or if a different gadget can do what it does better.
While he enjoys writing about the latest iPhones and Samsung Galaxys, he's also an advocate of buying cheaper, refurbished and second-hand devices. He hopes that he can help gadget buyers to cut through the hype around new products, and upgrade to something that suits their needs and budget every time, whether it's brand new or pre-owned.
Richard has an M.A. in Magazine Journalism from the University of Sheffield's world-renowned Department of Journalism Studies, and has also written for WIRED U.K., The Register and Creative Bloq. Aside from mobile devices, he also has a great appreciation for specialty coffee, and is never seen in the office without his Aeropress close at hand.
Latest articles by Richard Priday
Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16: Which phone could win?
By Richard Priday last updated
With Samsung's new phones now a reality, here's how a Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16 showdown is shaping up.
iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far
By Philip Michaels last updated
The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.
Best big phones in January 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
Here are the best big phones with screens 6.5 inches or larger. They boast long battery life and offer immersive displays for watching media.
Samsung Galaxy S25 launch live — all the details, Galaxy AI features and a Galaxy S25 Edge surprise
By Richard Priday last updated
Samsung's about to show off another batch of hot products, and we have the latest news and rumors as they appear.
The best gaming phone 2024 — I tested them all to crown a winner
By Richard Priday last updated
The best gaming phones won't let you down in the heat of battle. Here are our top picks.
Samsung Galaxy S25: Release date, price, specs and more
By Richard Priday published
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus, its two standard flagship phones for 2025. Here are all the features you need to know about.
Samsung confirms today's Galaxy S25 launch will include a big One UI 7 software upgrade
By Richard Priday last updated
The Samsung Galaxy S25 launch will most likely bring the official launch of One UI 7 with it, according to new comments from Samsung.
The best fight sticks in 2025: our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to reach the top of the ranks in your favorite arcade-style fighting game? Look no further than our pick of the best fight sticks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim may not be sold in the US — here's what we know
By Richard Priday published
More proof the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim won't be launching in the United States has apparently just leaked.
iPhone 16 colors: Every shade available
By Richard Priday last updated
Here's a guide to all the colors you can pick for your new iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro
Forget Samsung Galaxy S25 — Galaxy S26 just tipped for this huge battery upgrade
By Richard Priday published
Samsung may adopt silicon-carbon battery technology for its phones in 2026, meaning the Galaxy S26 series could get the battery life boost that the Galaxy S25 will not.
iPhone 18 could get the design upgrade we've been waiting years for
By Richard Priday published
Apple's been granted a patent that would make it easier for under-display sensors to see through the screen, providing a possible way forward for a notchless iPhone.
Honor Magic7 Pro review: On the edge of excellence
By Richard Priday published
A phone full of cool tricks, but with a bad sense of timing
OnePlus 13 review: The best Android flagship for the money
By Richard Priday last updated
Despite a price increase, the OnePlus 13 delivers great value due to the number and quality of features included on the latest Android flagship. Terrific battery life remains a standout feature.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Which phone could win?
By Richard Priday last updated
We're looking at the rumored Galaxy S25 Ultra specs compared to what we know about the Pixel 9 Pro XL to figure out the potential winner early.
iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Which iPhone should you buy?
By Richard Priday last updated
Our iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13 comparison looks at how the latest phone from Apple compares to last year's model in terms of specs, price, features and more.
Samsung Galaxy S25 reportedly just got a last-second performance upgrade
By Richard Priday published
Samsung may have given the Galaxy S25 a sudden RAM upgrade due to manufacturing issues.
iPad 11 could get an Apple Intelligence-ready chip — what we know
By Richard Priday published
The next basic iPad could get Apple Intelligence features thanks to an upgrade to the compatible (and much more powerful) A17 Pro silicon.
I tried OnePlus' new wireless charger on the OnePlus 13 and iPhone 16 Pro Max — here's the results
By Richard Priday published
The OnePlus 13's wireless charger has a fan built-in - can it keep the phone cool?
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra S Pen could get downgraded — what we know
By Richard Priday published
Samsung may be removing Bluetooth from the Galaxy S25 Ultra's stylus, costing it some familiar features.
Best small phones January 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
These are the best small phones for those who don't want an oversized screen that makes one-handed use difficult.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could get better night mode video and run cooler — here's how
By Richard Priday published
Exclusive enhancements to low-light video recording and the vapor chamber cooling system on the Galaxy S25 Ultra are apparently on the way.
Best OnePlus phones in 2025
By Richard Priday last updated
If you want a top-quality Android phone for less, the best OnePlus phones will suit you well.
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