Articles by: Alan Martin

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.

Articles by: Alan Martin

MacBook Pro 2021 notch rumors surface ahead of Apple Event — what we know

By Alan Martin , Roland Moore-Colyer

A new Apple patent and a claimed leaked photo have the MacBook Pro 2021 tipped to get an iPhone 13 style notch.

Renders allegedly of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus phone, on a white background

Samsung Galaxy S22 rumor tips design and dimensions for all three models

By Alan Martin

Key differences between regular Samsung Galaxy S22 handsets and the Ultra model are reiterated in new diagrams.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra — new rumor is bad news for Samsung’s giant tablet

By Alan Martin

It sounds like the giant Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra will be in distinctly short supply when it's released.

Grand Theft Auto the Trilogy: The Definitive Edition promo shot

GTA Trilogy leak suggests a full remake is off the table — and that’s OK

By Alan Martin

GTA’s alleged system requirements point to a lightly polished remaster, rather than a full remake.

AirPods 3 tipped to launch at Monday's Apple event — what to expect

By Alan Martin

AirPods 3 have been tipped for months, but it looks like Apple’s event on Monday will finally see the latest wireless earbuds launch.

Google Pixel 6 leaked promo videos show off major new software features

By Alan Martin

Purported 30-second Pixel 6 promos show the main points that Google will reportedly be talking up this week.

Alienware Aurora 2021 release date, price, specs, design and more

By Alan Martin

Alienware has announced a new Aurora desktop design for the company’s 25th birthday. Here’s everything you need to know.

Nintendo Switch Pro could be the Switch 2 — and that may be worth waiting for

By Alan Martin

Nintendo insider thinks that the 4K Switch dev kits could be for the console’s successor rather than a Switch Pro model.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE now tipped for a January launch — but is that too late?

By Alan Martin

The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE looks set for a reveal in January 2022. according to several leakers with strong track records.

Google Pixel 6 leak gives us the best look yet ahead of Google event

By Alan Martin

The Google Pixel 6 is set to come in six different shades across the regular and Pro models. Here’s your first look.

Apple Watch 8 tipped for three sizes — and one could be biggest yet

By Alan Martin

Analyst believes that the Apple Watch 8 will come in three different sizes when it arrives in 2022.

An image of the leaked HTC Vive Flow headset

HTC’s leaked Vive Flow looks like a nightmare for your face

By Alan Martin

Leaked publicity shots of the HTC Vive Flow show a headset that should be great for entomology cosplayers.

The world's first USB-C iPhone isn't made by Apple

By Alan Martin

A student has shown Apple how it’s done, by replacing the Lightning port on an iPhone X with a fully working USB-C alternative.

A Halo Infinite screenshot showing a character pointing a weapon towards the camera

Here's how Xbox Series X could beat PS5 in the console wars

By Alan Martin

Microsoft’s own studios may have announced less than a third of the titles they’re working on, an insider claims.

This could potentially be the smartest way to get a Google Pixel 6

By Alan Martin

The Pixel Pass could bundle a Google Pixel 6 with some of the search giant’s premium subscription services for one monthly price.

iPhone 14 concept imagines an Apple phone with none of the iPhone 13's drawbacks

By Alan Martin

An iPhone 14 concept video shows the design we’d love for the next Apple handset, but people wanting real change may have to go Pro in 2022.

Whoops! Retailer just leaked Google Pixel 6 key specs and features

By Alan Martin

A UK retailer accidentally publishes Google Pixel 6 promotional pages ahead of time, revealing missing key details.

Alleged AMD RX 6600 benchmark leak reveals performance versus RTX 3060

By Alan Martin

The upcoming RX 6600 GPU appears to lag behind the Nvidia RTX 3060, but all could not be lost for AMD.

iPhone SE 3 rumor just tipped two biggest upgrades

By Alan Martin

While the iPhone SE 3 may look familiar, the insides are set to be completely transformed according to a new report.

Forget about using older chargers with the Apple Watch 7 if you want fast charging

By Alan Martin

In a hurry? You’ll want to use the Apple Watch 7’s bundled charger, rather than an older one you have lying around.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leaks tip a phone that’s in its own league

By Alan Martin

All the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leaks point to a unique flagship that could really shake things up.

a photo of a Nintendo Switch OLED Joy-Con controller

Sorry Nintendo fans, the Switch OLED hasn't killed Joy-Con drift

By Alan Martin

Nintendo Switch OLED benefits from more reliable Joy-Cons reliability, but controller drift isn't dead.

You can now free the Oculus Quest 2 from Facebook's grip — but there's a catch

By Alan Martin

Side-loading the Oculess tool severs the Oculus Quest 2’s link with Facebook, but functionality will be compromised.

How to appear offline on Nintendo Switch

By Alan Martin

Sometimes you just want to be left alone while you game. Here’s how to appear offline on Nintendo Switch, so your friends can't see you.

How to add friends on Nintendo Switch

By Alan Martin

Nintendo’s insistence on using Friend Codes makes adding contacts more complicated than it needs to be. Here’s how to add friends on Nintendo Switch to make games more sociable.

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