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
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Apple Pencil Pro made me care about gyroscopes for the first time since that fake beer-drinking app
By James Bentley published
The Apple Pencil Pro’s new gyroscope feature could be its most interesting feature when combined with its haptic feedback.
Apple Pencil Pro could be surprise entry in last-minute iPad event leak — iPad Pro 2024 could get the ultimate partner accessory
By James Bentley published
In a leak on the Japanese Apple site, code was found, suggesting the accessory will have a new name.
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The new iPad Pro could be a gaming powerhouse if the Steam Deck OLED is anything to go by
By James Bentley published
The new chip in the iPad Pro looks like it could offer a phenomenal boost in processing power, but I’m more excited about gaming on that excellent display.
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Turkish Pokémon GO players unhappy with over 1000% Pokécoin increase
By James Bentley published
Prices for Pokémon GO’s in-game currency have risen in Turkey to stop IP spoofers and Turkish players aren’t happy with the change.
Zendaya's Challengers movie includes a surprise iPhone alarm jump scare, and everyone is saying the same thing
By James Bentley published
This one iPhone sound in hit film Challengers is “triggering” to many who hear it.
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"Your iPhone does not go to sleep with you" — harrowing experiment reveals just how much data your iPhone shares, even with Russia... Thankfully it's worse on Android
By James Bentley published
One report tested a brand-new iPhone with 100 apps, leaving it idle for a week. In that time it contacted Russia.
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The Nanoleaf Umbra Cono smart lamp is gorgeous but a bit too rich for my blood
By James Bentley published
The Nanoleaf Umbra Cono smart lamp is a portable lamp with a distinctive look and ability to fit into any HomeKit setup. Our review:
Fortnite is coming back to the iPad along with the Epic Games Store, but only in the EU — company confirms it is moving 'full steam ahead'
By James Bentley published
Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite will be coming back to the App store for iPads, but only in the EU.
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Apple Vision Pro 2 not expected until 2026 — but the company is 'flummoxed' by price problem
By James Bentley published
A recent report suggests that Apple Vision Pro 2 will launch in 2026, and a cheaper model is being worked on for release before then.
Delta is good but this is the iPhone game emulator I’m waiting for — Play SEGA and PlayStation consoles from anywhere
By James Bentley published
Now that Delta has finally launched on iPhone, some competitors are getting ready to hit the market, and my favorite one looks set to come soon.
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Some of the best MacBook Pro M3 configurations just got $150 off at Best Buy
By James Bentley published
Right now you can get a MacBook Pro with 512GB of SSD storage for $150 off at Best Buy.
The team behind App Store hit Clash of Clans has canceled ten games before launch, now it’s finally ready to release its next major title
By James Bentley published
The team behind Clash of Clans has 'killed off' over ten titles in the last decade before they could launch — It is finally ready to release its next game
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“36 years plus Apple Vision Pro and I'm done!” — The lead marketer for Apple’s spatial headset has retired after almost four decades
By James Bentley published
The Apple Vision Pro lead marketer has left the company after 36 years at the company.
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AirDrop not working? Here's the fix!
By James Bentley last updated
Is AirDrop not working on your iPhone? Here are a few things you can try to get Apple's file transfer feature to work again.
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Apple Vision Pro figures are reportedly at half of expected shipments — ‘there may be no new Vision Pro model in 2025’
By James Bentley published
Apple Vision Pro sales could be in trouble as top insider reports ‘demand in the US market has fallen sharply beyond expectations’
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You can now buy an Apple Watch Ultra 2 refurbished directly from Apple
By James Bentley published
Apple Watch Ultra 2 is now available refurbished at the Apple store, which means you can get a restored Apple Watch with official parts for cheaper.
iPad Air 6 in larger size ‘leaked’ by over-enthusiastic case manufacturer — ESR preps for the 12.9-inch model and new iPad Pro, ahead of rumored May launch
By James Bentley published
The iPad Air 6 and OLED iPad Pro have seemingly been confirmed by a popular Apple case manufacturer.
iPhone game emulation is off to a fantastic yet confusing start
By James Bentley published
With Apple allowing game emulation on its app store, users have had a great week of video games, despite developers worrying about Apple’s guidelines.
HomePod 3 leak reveals major upgrade — Is this our first look at the HomePod with a display?
By James Bentley published
A picture of the HomePod 3 has just leaked, showing Apple’s smart home device from the top.
iPad Air 6 to get the iPad Pro's mini-LED display in shock late leak — OLED iPad Pro won't be the only display boost in May
By James Bentley published
The iPad Air 6 is tipped to receive new upgrade, giving it a much nicer screen.
The Lofree Dot Foundation mechanical keyboard is the nicest-sounding keyboard I’ve ever used — but bigger hands may tap typos
By James Bentley published
The Lofree Dot Foundation is a gorgeous mechanical keyboard that takes its looks from makeup. Our review:
The creator of a PSP emulator has said it will come to iPhone but ‘it all depends on how Apple interprets their own rules’
By James Bentley published
PPSSPP, a PSP emulator for iPhone, is currently in the works but Apple’s unclearness around its own rules leaves the developer unsure of if it will launch.
How to play Fortnite on iPhone, iPad and Mac
By James Bentley last updated
Fortnite isn't on The App Store, but you can still play it on iPhone or iPad for free. Here's how to play Fortnite on iPhone or iPad in just a few simple steps.