Alan Martin
Freelance contributor Alan has been writing about tech for over a decade, covering phones, drones and everything in between. Previously Deputy Editor of tech site Alphr, his words are found all over the web and in the occasional magazine too. When not weighing up the pros and cons of the latest smartwatch, you'll probably find him tackling his ever-growing games backlog. Or, more likely, playing Spelunky for the millionth time.
Latest articles by Alan Martin
Android phones are getting a powerful parental control upgrade
By Alan Martin published
Google appears to be planning on introducing a way of requiring parental consent before a child can message someone.
Today's Wordle hints and answer — solution #1,036, Saturday, April 20
By Alan Martin last updated
Find out what today's Wordle hint and answer is and get some hints for it, plus see the solutions to previous games.
Google Pixel 9 Pro: Everything we know so far
By Alan Martin last updated
Improved AI, a new chipset and (maybe) a choice of sizes.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: All the leaks and rumors so far
By Dan Bracaglia, Alan Martin last updated
The next generation of Galaxy Watch should be on wrists this summer — and possibly with a bold new look.
First iPhone console emulators arrive on App Store
By Alan Martin published
Two retro game emulators appear on the App Store, one week after Apple relaxes the rules for developers.
Windows 11 is getting more ads in the latest preview
By Alan Martin published
The preview build’s Start menu ‘Recommended’ panel will soon show apps that Microsoft thinks you should download from its store.
Galaxy AI is coming to older Samsung phones after all — but there’s a catch
By Alan Martin published
Your Samsung Galaxy S21 may get some AI smarts, but not the full suite of features enjoyed by the S24.
Spotify could finally get lossless audio — but not how you expect
By Alan Martin published
Redditor discovers reference to “Music Pro” add-on in Spotify code dive, suggesting lossless audio may not be a whole new “HiFi” tier after all.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: All the rumors so far
By Alan Martin last updated
What to expect from Samsung’s next foldable and when you can get your hands on one.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 vs OnePlus Open: Which foldable could win?
By Alan Martin published
Another Samsung foldable is imminent, but will it be better than OnePlus’ debut effort?
Nothing Phone (3) rumors: Everything we know so far
By Alan Martin published
We may not be too far away from Nothing launching its third flagship phone. Here’s what we know so far.
Apple just opened up the App Store to retro game emulators
By Alan Martin published
Apple now explicitly allows “retro game console emulator apps” but that might not be as big a deal as it first seems.
Android 15 is getting a huge upgrade that surpasses the iPhone
By Alan Martin published
Google has been quietly working on improving the barebones desktop experience in Android.
WWDC 2024 — iOS 18, a new macOS and Apple’s big AI push
By Alan Martin last updated
Apple's next developer conference isn't too far away – and it could be a big one with significant plans for AI afoot.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 vs Z Flip 5: Biggest expected upgrades
By Alan Martin published
The changes we expect from Samsung for its next-generation entry-level foldable.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra now looks legit — here’s why
By Alan Martin published
Model number seems to line up with rumored high-end version, but it might not make it to the United States.
PS5 Pro could have ‘Enhanced’ label for games that use its full power
By Alan Martin published
Games that want a “PS5 Pro Enhanced” badge will ideally pack upscaled 4K, a constant 60fps and ray tracing.
Massive AT&T data leak hits 73 million users — what to do now
By Alan Martin published
Firm resets passcodes and offers credit monitoring after breach leaks Social Security numbers and other personal information.
Pixel 8’s initial Gemini AI snub was down to RAM, Google says
By Alan Martin published
If generative AI isn’t a flash in the pan, it looks like phone makers will have to up their base RAM.
Instagram Blend could surface reels for you and a friend
By Alan Martin published
The feature, currently in internal testing, generates a private feed of reels based on two people’s interests.
Google says RCS messaging is coming to the iPhone this fall
By Alan Martin last updated
Landing page for Google Messages suggests Apple will push its messaging update along the iPhone 16.
New iPad Pro OLED and iPad Air reportedly set for May launch
By Alan Martin last updated
Once tipped to arrive this month, Apple’s first iPad refreshes since 2022 are now expected to launch in May.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 could get this big upgrade
By Alan Martin published
The foldable is once again tipped to take on a titanium frame, bringing it closer to the Galaxy S24 Ultra.