John McCann

Managing Editor

John is the Managing Editor at Digital Trends. He's been a consumer technology & automotive journalist for more than a decade, and over the years has built up a vast knowledge of the tech industry. He’s interviewed CEOs from some of the world’s biggest tech firms, visited their HQs, and appeared on live TV and radio, including Sky News, BBC News, BBC World News, Al Jazeera, LBC and BBC Radio 4. He’s reported on pretty much every area of consumer technology during his time in journalism, and he's written for Digital Trends, TechRadar, T3, Shortlist, Android Police, Expert Reviews, What Laptop, Saga Magazine, heycar, Honest John and Gizmodo UK, and appeared in the Evening Standard and Metro newspapers. You may have seen him pop up on your TV, soothe you with his dulcet tones on the radio or squeeze his opinion into your newspaper columns, speaking all things tech or automotive. Outside of work, John is a passionate Watford FC and Green Bay Packers fan, enjoys a Sunday afternoon watching the F1, loves a top quality burger or pizza for dinner and is addicted to travel. He’s also a Guinness World Record Holder and appeared in the Olympic Opening Ceremony for the London 2012 games, dressed as one of The Beatles from the Sgt. Pepper’s album cover. He’s even got the pictures to prove it! Joined: February 2025

OnePlus 15R poised to make battery anxiety a thing of the past with mega reveal

Plus, the flagship OnePlus 15 is finally available for pre-order in the US.

Phones         1 day ago

Huge One UI 8.5 update leak reveals the new features coming to your Samsung phone

With updates for AI features, Bixby, Samsung Health, weather reporting, battery and more, One UI 8.5 looks to be a bumper upgrade.

Phones         3 days ago

In a surprise twist, Netflix and HBO Max prices could go down

A bundle deal is apparently on the cards which could save you money as Netflix eyes Warner Bros Discovery acquisition.

News         3 days ago

Samsung admits listening to negative feedback, promises better Galaxy S26 chipset

The new Exynos 2600 is nearing release, but exactly which S26 series phones it'll feature in remains to be seen.

Phones         3 days ago

The best wireless headphones we’ve tested have hit their lowest price ever

The excellent Sony WH-1000XM5 have never been so cheap thanks to this Black Friday deal saving you $150.

Deals         November 28

I’ve had my PS5 five years and it’s time to replace the controller, there’s 27% off right now

PlayStation's DualSense controller hits its lowest price since... yep, you've guessed it, last Black Friday.

Deals         November 28

Top tech gifts for the holidays

Discover the pinnacle of luxury technology with our exclusive gift guide. From premium smart home solutions to top-tier health and wellness gear, these curated picks redefine everyday tech. Whether it’s high-end headphones or elegant essentials, these gifts bring elevated experiences to any lifestyle.

Computing         November 24

Major web outage: Cloudflare confirms ‘services are currently operating normally’

An issue with service provider Cloudflare saw several high-profile sites experience issues, but the problem is now fixed.

News         November 18

This is the smart glasses design I’ve been waiting for, Meta needs to take note

Even Realities has introduced its second-gen smart glasses, and I'm smitten.

Features         November 12

If Google’s Gemini update for Maps works, I can’t wait to get on the road

Gemini for navigation could be a game-changer for on-the-move route changes and updates.

Cars         November 5

Use WhatsApp on your Apple Watch? It’s got a whole lot better thanks to massive update

Longer messages, voice notes, improved media and more await in this WhatsApp update.

News         November 4

OnePlus 15 global launch date confirmed, here’s why you’ll want to pay attention

With a huge battery and impressive specs, the OnePlus 15 is set to challenge the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Phones         October 29

ChatGPT was down: a brief outage for the AI chatbot, but it’s now fixed

OpenAI has applied a fix to resolve errors with the conversations component of ChatGPT.

News         October 23

How Amazon’s AWS outage took down huge chunks of the web

Amazon suffered a massive AWS outage on October 20, 2025, with services returning to normal operation after 15 hours.

News         October 21

There’s a snazzy new PS5 controller, but Sony’s only selling it in four countries

The new Icon Blue Special Edition DualSense controller arrives alongside some exclusive merch for the US.

News         October 9

Love the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro? You can now get it on your Pixel 10 Pro, Xbox and more

You can turn 100s of devices into Cosmic Orange attention grabbers.

Phones         October 6

Samsung tipped to bring new foldable to the US this year, with zero competition

Samsung's highly anticipated tri-fold phone might launch in the US before the end of the year.

Phones         September 19

There’s an issue with the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro cameras, but Apple has a fix

Black boxes are reportedly appearing on some photos.

Phones         September 18

Exclusive: Apple ‘continuing to evaluate’ native iPad application for Sports app

I spoke to Apple's head of product for sports, Craig Mahonchak, about the future of the Sports app.

Tablets         September 16

Apple Sports introduces a feature we’ve all been waiting for, on iPhone, iPad and Mac

You can download this new version of Apple Sports from the App Store today.

Phones         September 16

Will my iPad get iPadOS 26? Here’s every supported model

We've got the full list of iPadOS 26 supported devices - find out if you're getting the new iPad update.

Mobile         September 15

Will my iPhone get iOS 26 today? Here’s every supported model

We've got the full list of iOS 26 supported devices - find out if you're getting the new iPhone update.

Mobile         September 15

You can save $300 off the Nothing Phone 3, but only if you’re an early adopter

You'll need to own one of two older Nothing phones to qualify for the discount.

Phones         September 15

iPhone 17 pre-orders live: delivery pushed back for iPhone 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max

You can pre-order the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 series today.

Phones         September 12

AMD SVP says AI is underhyped, and is ‘working on things that haven’t been invented yet’

We're in the early innings of AI PC, and there's still many, many innings left to play.

News         September 11

Can you guess the nation’s national park with the best mobile connectivity? New speed test reveals all

Ookla ran speeds test in 42 of the most popular US National Parks to see which offer the best mobile connectivity.

Phones         September 11

7 key iPhone 17 Pro features you need to know

Apple has packed its new iPhone 17 Pro full of features, from best-ever battery life, to game-changing performance.

Phones         September 10

Apple has officially discontinued these four iPhones

With the introduction of the iPhone 17 series, four older iPhones have been removed from sale.

Phones         September 9

Apple confirms release date for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26

We now know when you'll be able to download the new software for your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac.

Phones         September 9

Apple has finally done it, there’s now a $2,000 iPhone

There's a new most expensive iPhone, but the iPhone 17 prices are actually good news.

Phones         September 9

How to rewatch the iPhone 17 launch at Apple’s ‘awe dropping’ event

Relive the bumper Apple event where eight new products were launched.

Phones         September 9

Apple announces iPhone Air, iPhone 17, AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch 11

Meet the thinnest iPhone ever, and the most powerful iPhone ever.

Phones         September 9

The best tech of IFA 2025: a lightweight laptop, thin tablet, unique drone, and more

These are the products which caught our eye and we wanted to share with you.

News         September 5

This is the strangest phone I’ve held in a long time, and I wish I saw this more

You won't have heard of Oukitel, but this unknown brand had me remembering - and longing for - the times when phones were fun.

Phones         September 4