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.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
80%
Examples:
- In one photo comparison, the article states that 'the whole scene looks richer in color' when using the Xiaomi phone's camera. This is another example of bias as it suggests that only one camera produces better colors than others.
- The article mentions that Xiaomi features four 50MP cameras while the iPhone lacks a second telephoto camera and maxes out at just 25x zoom. This is an example of bias as it implies that having fewer cameras makes the iPhone less capable than the Xiami.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
No current examples available.
Contradictions
87%
Examples:
- In terms of photo samples, the Xiaomi wins five out of eight comparisons with the iPhone winning three.
- Multi-frame processing is no longer the killer smartphone trick, thanks to generative AI.
- Photography feels same-y
- Samsung has finally given up on curved phone displays after almost nine and a half years.
Deceptions
66%
Examples:
- The moment I felt the Galaxy S24 Ultra for the first time, I was delighted Samsung made the swap to titanium for the phone's side rails. Its satin finish has enough texture to it to make it feel grippy, but it still produces enough of a shine to look pretty.
Recent Articles
iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia Betas: Introducing iPhone Mirroring and SharePlay Screen Sharing
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Apple's latest operating system betas, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, introduce iPhone Mirroring for seamless multitasking between devices and SharePlay screen sharing for remote control and annotation during FaceTime calls. Expected to become public soon, these features also include RCS support for iMessage. The stable release of these updates, along with the anticipated iPhone 16 series, is predicted to arrive in September. 
Motorola Unveils New Foldable Phones: Razr Plus and Standard Model with Upgraded Specs, Larger Cover Screens, and Improved Cameras
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Motorola unveils two new foldable phones, the Razr Plus and Razr, featuring upgraded cameras, larger cover screens, and improved durability. Priced at $1000 and $699 respectively, they offer smoother scrolling experiences with up to 120Hz refresh rates. The Motorola Razr Plus supports faster wireless charging at 45W while the standard Razr has a slightly slower charging speed of 30W. Both devices will receive three Android OS updates and four years of security updates. 
Xiaomi 14: A Compact Smartphone with High-End Performance and Excellent Battery Life
Broke On: Thursday, 21 March 2024The Xiaomi 14 is a compact smartphone with high-end performance, featuring an LTPO OLED display that can range in refresh rate from 1 to 120Hz and powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It has excellent battery life and supports wired charging at up to 90W and wireless charging at up to 50W. 
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max: Which Flagship Smartphone to Choose?
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024In the battle of 2024's flagship smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max go head-to-head. The S24 Ultra boasts a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, up to 1TB storage, AI photo editing, titanium body and a better selfie camera. Meanwhile, the iPhone 15 Pro Max counters with A17 Bionic chip, up to 2TB storage, AI photo editing and glass body. Both offer stunning displays and comparable cameras but differ in battery life features. iOS 17.2 to Introduce Qi2 Wireless Charging Support for iPhone 13 and 14
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023Apple's iOS 17.2 update will introduce Qi2 wireless charging support for iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 models. The Qi2 standard offers a MagSafe-like wireless fast charging standard that is compatible with various phones and chargers. Qi2 allows for improved energy efficiency and faster charging speeds of up to 15W. Over 100 devices are currently undergoing testing or queued for certification testing for Qi2. Brands like Belkin, Mophie, and Anker are among the first to roll out Qi2 accessories. OnePlus 12 Unveiled: Flagship Smartphone Boasts Robust Features Ahead of 2024 Global Launch
Broke On: Monday, 04 December 2023OnePlus 12 features a robust memory with up to 24GB of RAM and a terabyte of storage. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and features a three-camera rear array in collaboration with Hasselblad. The OnePlus 12 supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The OnePlus 12 will run on ColorOS 14.0. The OnePlus 12 will have a higher price compared to its predecessor, starting at CNY 4,299 in China.