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
Apple has invented an AirPods charging case with ‘Touch UI’ that could allow you to use it with the Vision Pro
By James Bentley published
Apple has invented an AirPods charging case with ‘Touch UI’ that could allow you to use it with the Vision Pro for better, more intricate controls.
I have tested out dozens of iPhone 15 Pro Max cases — here are 5 tips you need to know when buying a case for your new iPhone
By James Bentley published
I’ve tested out loads of different iPhone 15 Pro Max cases, here’s what you should look out for when getting your own.
Just got a new Apple Watch? Here are five tricks you should try immediately
By James Bentley published
Apple Watches are great but they are made even better through some smart features. Here are some tips to get the most out of yours.
Apple Watch ban has huge ramifications beyond Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales — repairs halting temporarily
By James Bentley published
Apple will not be offering trades for Apple Watches affected by the Watch ban and out-of-warranty devices won’t repaired.
This Sony WH-1000XM4 last-minute deal makes a great pair of headphones a no-brainer — get them at their lowest-ever price
By James Bentley published
The Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless noise-canceling headphones are available at their lowest-ever price.
This LG gaming monitor feels like it could be a total game changer thanks to one very smart little idea
By James Bentley published
This LG Ultragear 32-inch 4K gaming monitor has an impressive display and can switch between two different refresh rates in a new feature.
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting a significant camera upgrade from its big brother, and that's not all
By James Bentley published
A recent report shared that the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models are likely to see a huge camera upgrade, with better zoom capabilities.
These great Amazon gift deals will arrive just in time for Christmas — last-minute holiday present ideas for Apple fans
By James Bentley published
With the holiday season on the way, you may have forgotten to pick up that last gift. These choices will all come before the big day.
A look at Angry Birds Island, which never saw the light of day
By James Bentley published
Angry Birds hatchery has been found in the TestFlight teraleak, a game with a mode dedicated to hatching your own birds.
This major iPhone safety feature just got a big boost — Verizon Roadside Assistance comes to iPhone 14 and iPhone 15
By James Bentley published
iPhone Roadside Assistance has just added a new major partner: Verizon.
The Apple Watch ban is just days away — here's where you can still buy one in the US
By James Bentley published
As a ban is due to hit the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 in the US, here are the best ways to get one for yourself.
One of the iPhone 15 Pro's biggest games from a major developer has just been delayed, as Apple's push into AAA gaming takes a blow
By James Bentley published
Death Stranding Director’s Cut has just been hit by a small delay, pushing it from the end of 2023 to early 2024.
The end of the year Apple Movies and TV sale is live — here are the best choices
By James Bentley published
With a whole host of excellent movies and TV show deals live in the Apple TV end-of-year sales, here are some of the best.
How to use the Journal app in iOS 17 — start 2024 with a brand new habit
By James Bentley published
Now that the Journal app has finally launched with iOS 17.2, here’s how to use it.
Resident Evil 4 for iPhone hands-on impressions: A zombie-killing dream with some drawbacks
By James Bentley published
Resident Evil 4 on iPhone 15 Pro Max is a great experience well worth playing, even if the lack of graphical settings and plenty of on-release DLC sour it a little.
Apple responds to claim "active listening" can hear your phone conversations and use them to target you with advertising
By James Bentley published
A claim made to iMore suggests that iPhones will not be affected by active listening but there’s no sign on other phones yet.
iOS 17.2 has finally fixed one of the iPhone's biggest security issues — Flipper attack that could DoS attack "any and all" iPhones close by is no more
By James Bentley published
Those with a Flipper Zero have previously managed to show off a major exploit with iPhones that has finally been fixed with iOS 17.2.
GTA: San Andreas Definitive Edition might have found its perfect home on iPhone 15 Pro Max — and anyone with a Netflix subscription can try it right now for free
By James Bentley published
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is available with Netflix on iPhone and it may be the best way to play the Definitive Edition right now.
"Not everyone will end up buying Vision Pro, but most of us will feel its impact" — Apple Vision Pro is so good it nearly made one journalist cry
By James Bentley published
A few select journalists have had the chance to test out the Apple Vision Pro and have come away very impressed.
How to customize Smart Stacks on watchOS 10 — the perfect widget hub for your wrist
By James Bentley last updated
Smart Stacks is one of the best new features in watchOS 10, but it may take a while to get used to. Here's how it works.
Proof our phones are listening to us — ad agency lists 'active listening' AI data as ad targeting technique
By James Bentley published
This marketing agency has confirmed your phone is spying on you and they want to sell recordings to businesses.
How to pair an Apple Watch to a new iPhone
By James Bentley last updated
Just got a new iPhone? Here's how to pair your Apple Watch to your new phone so that you don't lose any data!
The Apple Watch Series 9 is almost as cheap as the Apple Watch Series 8 at Best Buy right now
By James Bentley published
If you’re looking for an Apple Watch for the holidays, this deal makes the latest model very affordable.