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
WhatsApp’s AI assistants are ready to chat in the app’s latest beta
By Alan Martin published
If you’re on the WhatsApp beta programme, you might be able to talk to chatty AI avatars.
iPhone SE 4 could say goodbye to Touch ID — and that's a good thing
By Alan Martin published
Apple is apparently ready to fully embrace Face ID across all iPhones, and that’s for the best as far as I’m concerned.
No snoop for you! Apple patent reveals 'privacy screen' feature for iPhones
By Alan Martin last updated
Two patents show that Apple is taking the problem of shoulder surfing seriously — though it remains to be seen if either will be implemented in a future iPhone.
iPhone SE 4 looks stunning in new concept renders
By Alan Martin last updated
Concept video shows all the rumored improvements coming to Apple’s cheapest phone in 2025.
iPhone 16 leak hints at a battery upgrade — here's what we know
By Alan Martin published
The iPhone 16 Pro could be taking a leaf from the Apple Watch’s book, if it switches from foil to metal battery casing.
Samsung Galaxy S24 could have this surprise Instagram feature
By Alan Martin published
Code in the latest Instagram app points to instant access from the Samsung Galaxy S24’s lock screen.
iPad mini and iPad Air OLED roadmap revealed in new report
By Alan Martin published
Report says that larger iPad mini and regular iPad Air will be next in line for the OLED treatment, with a 12.9-inch Air following.
iOS 17.2 beta 3 is live — all the new features for your iPhone
By Alan Martin published
A sneak preview of the additions coming soon to iPhone owners.
Apple confirms iMessage’s green bubbles will stick around with RCS messages
By Alan Martin published
Apple may be embracing RCS messaging, but the color divide is set to remain — and that could be a problem for Google.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro seemingly confirmed for next year — what we know
By Alan Martin published
Samsung will update its answer to AirPods Pro next year, according to SamMobile’s sources.
Samsung confirms cheap foldable isn't happening — what you need to know
By Alan Martin published
Rumors of a foldable in the $400-$500 range are “groundless”, Samsung tells a Korean news site.
The next iPad Pro looks set for OLED upgrade — here's what we know
By Alan Martin published
LG’s OLED screens that will debut on the 2024 iPad Pro could begin production in February.
All iPads to be refreshed in 2024 — here’s when you’ll get the iPad, Air, Pro and mini tablets
By Alan Martin published
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo forecasts when all four iPad models will be refreshed next year.
Vision Pro 2 leak shows Apple isn’t done with mixed reality
By Alan Martin published
An early leak suggests Apple Vision Pro 2 will look pretty similar to the current model when it launches in 2025 or 2026.
Expect a long wait for a true Steam Deck 2
By Alan Martin published
The OLED version will have to do for now — a faster Steam Deck 2 is “two or three years” away.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra’s titanium upgrade could come to more phones
By Alan Martin published
Report claims Samsung will consider titanium frames for other smartphones, “depending on reception.”
Macs can now detect water in USB-C ports… but it’s probably not for your benefit
By Alan Martin published
System daemon in macOS Sonoma 14.1 appears to be diagnostic for Apple engineers deciding whether a free replacement is warranted.
Samsung Galaxy S24 launch date just tipped — and it's even sooner than we thought
By Alan Martin published
A new report suggests that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-toting smartphone will launch on January 17, 2024.
MacBook Pro M3 first benchmarks leaked — here's how 'scary fast' it is
By Alan Martin last updated
The benchmarks show a solid improvement on M2, and Apple’s MacBook battery estimates show big efficiency gains too.
Forget foldables — future iPhones could have expanding scrollable displays
By Alan Martin published
Patent shows Apple has started thinking about rollable displays. Could this mean iPhones, iPads and Macs with expanding screens?
5 things we didn’t see at Apple’s Scary Fast event
By Alan Martin published
Yes, we saw new MacBook Pros and a refreshed 24-inch iMac, but it feels like there were a few missed opportunities here for Apple.
iPad mini could appear at today’s Apple event after all — here’s why
By Alan Martin published
New iPads weren’t expected until 2024, but battery data from a Chinese regulatory database reopens the possibility.
Apple doubles down on spooky for its ‘Scary Fast’ M3 Mac event
By Alan Martin published
Apple going all in on the Halloween theme for its M3 Mac event with “sweet and spooky” snacks and drinks for influencers.