
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. He also handles all the Wordle coverage on Tom's Guide and has been playing the addictive NYT game for the last several years in an effort to keep his streak forever intact.
Latest articles by Alan Martin

Today's NYT Strands hints and answer — solutions to game #559, September 13
By Alan Martin last updated
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

Today's Wordle hints and answer — solution #1,547, September 13
By Alan Martin last updated
Find out what today's Wordle hint and answer is and get some tips for it, plus see the solutions to previous games.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumors — release date, price, new features, battery life and more
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Ultra 3 could feature emergency satellite messaging, high-blood pressure warnings and a bigger screen. It's also likely to debut in the next several weeks!

iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S26: Everything we know so far
By Alan Martin published
The big hitters of the smartphone world are set to go head to head again. With the iPhone 17 launching soon and the Galaxy S26 following early next year, how will these top phones measure up?

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Air vs iPhone 17 Pro: Here's all the new rumored features
By Alan Martin last updated
All the rumored new features for Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 line, including the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Air.

iPhone 17 Pro clear case leak reveals a huge design change — here's what the rumors show
By Alan Martin published
A bold new look for the camera.

AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2 — 5 biggest rumored upgrades
By Alan Martin published
How will the first AirPods Pro release in three years improve on their predecessor?

OnePlus 15: Potential Specs, Rumored Release Date and Everything We Know So Far
By Alan Martin published
One of Android’s strongest brands has a new flagship phone in the works. Here's what we know so far about the OnePlus 15.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's Camera Might Get a Huge Upgrade, But There's a Catch
By Alan Martin published
Reports suggest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to get a huge camera upgrade, but there's a catch when it comes to battery life.

Apple Might Revive This 2010 Accessory for the iPhone 17 Air — Here's What We Know
By Alan Martin published
This long-forgotten accessory from the iPhone 4 might be making a comeback for the iPhone 17 Air!

Forget iPhones — here’s everything else Apple has in the pipeline, from AirPods Pro 3 to iPads
By Alan Martin published
Fans of AirPods Max will likely remain disappointed with Apple's upcoming devices, but there's still plenty to be excited about.

Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold — what we know so far
By Alan Martin last updated
What Google might have in store with its third generation of foldable.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: All the rumors so far
By Alan Martin published
Samsung’s next flagship phone is beginning to take shape ahead of its early-2026 launch. Here's everything we know about this upcoming flagship.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE: What we know so far
By Alan Martin last updated
Samsung’s first cheaper foldable is coming, but what cutbacks can we expect?

Nothing Phone 3 rumors: Everything we know so far
By Alan Martin last updated
We may not be too far away from Nothing launching its third flagship phone. Here’s what we know so far.

Pixel 10 leaks in public ad shoot — and it could come in seven colors
By Alan Martin published
Google is already shooting Pixel 10 ads, and another leaker thinks he knows the seven launch color options.

Apple’s first smart screen could still launch this year — but you’ll have to wait for the robotic version
By Alan Martin published
Problems with Siri have led to Apple’s smart home products slipping, despite them being a “major priority” for the company.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #439 (Friday, May 16 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #438 (Thursday, May 15 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #437 (Wednesday, May 14 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #436 (Tuesday, May 13 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #435 (Monday, May 12 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.

NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #434 (Sunday, May 11 2025)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
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