James Bentley
James is a staff writer and general Jack of all trades at iMore. With news, features, reviews, and guides under his belt, he has always liked Apple for its unique branding and distinctive style. Originally buying a Macbook for music and video production, he has since gone on to join the Apple ecosystem with as many devices as he can fit on his person. With a degree in Law and Media and being a little too young to move onto the next step of his law career, James started writing from his bedroom about games, movies, tech, and anything else he could think of. Within months, this turned into a fully-fledged career as a freelance journalist.
Before joining iMore, he was a staff writer at Gfinity and saw himself published at sites like TechRadar, NME, and Eurogamer. As his extensive portfolio implies, James was predominantly a games journalist before joining iMore and brings with him a unique perspective on Apple itself. When not working, he is trying to catch up with the movies and albums of the year, as well as finally finishing the Yakuza series. If you like Midwest emo music or pretentious indie games that will make you cry, he’ll talk your ear off.
Latest articles by James Bentley
This new BenQ 32-inch monitor could be the perfect display for Mac creatives
By James Bentley published
The new BenQ PD3225U seems set to be one of the best MacBook displays for creatives.
Apple Card and Apple Cash can now share data with budgeting apps in iOS 17.4
By James Bentley published
The new iOS 17.4 software update adds the ability to integrate Apple Card data into budgeting apps, with only a few taking advantage so far.
Apple Pencil 3 tipped again for release this month
By James Bentley published
The Apple Pencil 3 might arrive alongside the new iPad range, according to a recent report.
All-glass iMac of the future spotted again as Apple updates its patent
By James Bentley published
One of the most interesting iMac patents has just been renewed, which could suggest it is still in the works.
This iOS alternative app marketplace is 'ready to launch' on March 7
By James Bentley published
Mobivention is a new alternative App Store launching on March 7, the date Apple has chosen to allow third-party marketplaces.
Apple’s Mac trade-in prices have changed after the M3 MacBook Air reveal
By James Bentley published
Now that the M3 MacBook Air is here, Apple is offering more cash for some older devices.
The new Midnight M3 MacBook Air won’t be as much of a fingerprint magnet, according to Apple
By James Bentley published
The M3 MacBook Air is introducing a “breakthrough” technique to do away with fingerprints.
Apple has just launched a new set of silicon iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands
By James Bentley published
A whole new range of colors has just launched for iPhone 15 cases and Apple Watch bands.
This iPhone 13 Pro Max video is so good, even Samsung took credit for it
By James Bentley published
One clip of Rihanna performing went viral over the weekend, which Samsung took credit for but it was actually shot on a humble iPhone from a few years ago.
Huge Beats headphones sale — save 50% on Apple's alternative to AirPods
By James Bentley published
A huge new sale has just gone live on a whole range of Beats products, here are some of the best choices.
New Aqara HomeKit smart lock hits Kickstarter
By James Bentley published
A brand new Aqara HomeKit smart lock has just launched on Kickstarter with support for Matter.
AirPods of the future could have magnetically-replaceable ear tips
By James Bentley published
A recent patent suggests that future AirPods could have magnetic tips, changing the way you pop them on.
Even Amazon is throwing shade on iPhone FineWoven cases
By James Bentley published
If you go on the Amazon listing for Apple’s FineWoven case, you will see a notice letting you know about all the customers that have returned it. This is not a good sign.
ROLI LUMI Keys Studio Edition Review: A great modular midi keyboard that sounds as good as it looks
By James Bentley published
ROLI LUMI Keys Studio Edition is a small expressive MIDI keyboard that looks nice and sounds great to boot. Our review:
Apple Vision Pro may soon get PC VR support
By James Bentley published
ALVR, an open-source software to play PC VR might soon be available for Apple Vision Pro.
New Apple Watch bands tipped for Spring launch
By James Bentley published
A whole new line of spring Apple Watch bands has seemingly been leaked in the latest iOS 17.4 beta code.
Here's what's new in iOS 17.4
By James Bentley published
Apple has finally launched the first iOS 17.4 release candidate to developers and testers and this comes with tons of new changes.
Apple may be forced to reveal its AI plans to shareholders
By James Bentley published
A handful of big Apple shareholders may force the company to reveal its AI plans for future devices prematurely.
Did you buy an Apple FineWoven iPhone 15 case (and is it already as beat up as this one)?
By James Bentley published
Apple’s FineWoven cases are somehow looking even worse than we imagined they eventually would, as owners have started to complain about discoloration, scratches, and other issues.
It's now even easier to play more Windows PC games on Mac
By James Bentley published
Crossover 24 has just added support for even more games on Mac, such as Warframe and Planet Zoo.
Now is the worst time to buy a new iPad — here's why (with one exception...)
By James Bentley published
With two separate lines of iPad expected to launch over the next few months, you shouldn’t buy one until you see what’s next.
"Nothing like this has ever really been done before" — Game Room's developer reflects on Apple Vision Pro gaming and what could be next for Spatial entertainment
By James Bentley published
Pips and Pixels PLUS! Death Stranding on iPhone impressions, new iPhone controllers, and more in this week's Pips and Pixels column