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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 review: This all-in AI bet pays off

By Richard Priday last updated 31 January 25

While a lot of the Galaxy S25 may be familiar, it upgrades enough and adds many new AI features to make this compact flagship phone one of the best deals in its category.

Samsung Phones

GTA 6 — everything we know so far

By Richard Priday last updated 30 January 25

This is what has been revealed, leaked and rumored about the next installment in the Grand Theft Auto franchise including its very first trailer.

Gaming

Google Pixel 9 just got one of the Samsung Galaxy S25's best AI features

By Richard Priday published 30 January 25

An update to Google Gemini has brought the Talk Live feature introduced on the Galaxy S25 to the Pixel 9 series and Galaxy S24 series, with a rollout for more models planned.

Google Phones

Best free PS4 games in 2025

By Richard Priday last updated 29 January 25

These are the best free PS4 games you can play right now, from multiplayer shooters to frenetic fighting games

Playstation

The best gaming phone 2025 — I tested them all to crown a winner

By Richard Priday last updated 28 January 25

The best gaming phones won't let you down in the heat of battle. Here are our top picks.

Phones

I spent 24 hours with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — here’s what I like and what I don’t

By Richard Priday published 27 January 25

My first day with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has revealed several areas where the phone remains good or has become even better, but one obvious problem remains.

Samsung Phones

Samsung execs on Galaxy S25 Galaxy AI: it will make you ‘twice as happy’

By Richard Priday published 27 January 25

Smarter, more helpful and still free

Samsung Phones

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16: Which phone could win?

By Richard Priday last updated 23 January 25

With Samsung's new phones now a reality, here's how a Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16 showdown is shaping up.

Phones

iPhone 17 Air rumors — everything we know so far

By Philip Michaels last updated 23 January 25

The slimmest iPhone ever could be arriving in 2025, but you may want to start saving now.

iPhones

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra held in hand together.

Best big phones in January 2025

By Richard Priday last updated 23 January 25

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.

Phones

Samsung Galaxy S25 launch live — all the details, Galaxy AI features and a Galaxy S25 Edge surprise

By Richard Priday last updated 23 January 25

Samsung's about to show off another batch of hot products, and we have the latest news and rumors as they appear.

Samsung Phones

Samsung Galaxy S25: Release date, price, specs and more

By Richard Priday published 22 January 25

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 Phones

Samsung confirms today's Galaxy S25 launch will include a big One UI 7 software upgrade

By Richard Priday last updated 22 January 25

The Samsung Galaxy S25 launch will most likely bring the official launch of One UI 7 with it, according to new comments from Samsung.

Samsung Phones

The best fight sticks in 2025: our top picks

By Darragh Murphy last updated 21 January 25

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.

Gaming

Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim may not be sold in the US — here's what we know

By Richard Priday published 20 January 25

More proof the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim won't be launching in the United States has apparently just leaked.

Samsung Phones

iPhone 16 colors: Every shade available

By Richard Priday last updated 17 January 25

Here's a guide to all the colors you can pick for your new iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro

iPhones

Forget Samsung Galaxy S25 — Galaxy S26 just tipped for this huge battery upgrade

By Richard Priday published 17 January 25

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.

Samsung Phones

iPhone 18 could get the design upgrade we've been waiting years for

By Richard Priday published 17 January 25

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.

iPhones

Honor Magic7 Pro review: On the edge of excellence

By Richard Priday published 17 January 25

A phone full of cool tricks, but with a bad sense of timing

Android Phones

OnePlus 13 from the back against a blue brick wall

OnePlus 13 review: The best Android flagship for the money

By Richard Priday last updated 16 January 25

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.

OnePlus Phones

Galaxy S29 Ultra render next to a Pixel 9 Pro xl photo

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Which phone could win?

By Richard Priday last updated 16 January 25

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.

Android Tablets

iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Which iPhone should you buy?

By Richard Priday last updated 16 January 25

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.

iPhones

Samsung Galaxy S25 reportedly just got a last-second performance upgrade

By Richard Priday published 14 January 25

Samsung may have given the Galaxy S25 a sudden RAM upgrade due to manufacturing issues.

Samsung Phones

iPad 11 could get an Apple Intelligence-ready chip — what we know

By Richard Priday published 13 January 25

The next basic iPad could get Apple Intelligence features thanks to an upgrade to the compatible (and much more powerful) A17 Pro silicon.

iPads

I tried OnePlus' new wireless charger on the OnePlus 13 and iPhone 16 Pro Max — here's the results

By Richard Priday published 13 January 25

The OnePlus 13's wireless charger has a fan built-in - can it keep the phone cool?

OnePlus Phones

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