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
Google strikes $60m deal with Reddit for AI training data — what you need to know
By Alan Martin published
Reportedly lucrative arrangement will also see better integration of Reddit content into Google search results.
Google Pixel Watch 3: All the rumors and what we want to see
By Alan Martin published
What will Google bring to the table in the next generation of its Wear OS showcase?
Developer invite hints at Google I/O 2024 date
By Alan Martin published
Google has sent out invites to developers for a post-I/O event in June, suggesting the main event will take place in May once again.
Nintendo Switch 2 may not launch in 2024 after all
By Alan Martin published
While widely tipped for a launch in late 2024, inside sources are now claiming a Q1 2025 arrival.
iPhone 16 leak suggests it could borrow this best-selling iPhone's design element for 2024
By Alan Martin published
It looks like the iPhone 16 will be taking a leaf out of the iPhone 12’s book, with the first vertical camera array since 2020.
Two high-profile Vision Pro rivals could launch this year from Sony and Samsung
By Alan Martin published
A new report suggests that both Sony and Samsung will launch XR headsets to challenge Meta and Apple in 2024.
OnePlus 12R: Specs, price and release date
By Alan Martin last updated
The cheaper OnePlus 12 model looks like a good alternative for anyone trying to save a few books. Here's everything you need to know about the first R series phone to ship outside of China and India.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: What we want to see
By Alan Martin published
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is a great phone, but there’s always room for improvement. Here’s our wish list.
5 ways the iPhone 16 Pro Max can beat Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
By Alan Martin published
Samsung’s latest may be excellent, but Apple still has a few tricks up its sleeve with its next flagship.
Your Samsung Galaxy Watch might get a big health upgrade
By Alan Martin published
Sleep apnea detection approved by FDA, and coming to “compatible” Galaxy Watches in the third quarter of 2024.
iPhone 16 vs iPhone 15: Biggest rumored upgrades
By Alan Martin published
What can you expect from the non-Pro iPhones in 2024?
The Nokia phone brand could be dying all over again
By Alan Martin published
With Nokia license due to expire in 2026, HMD Global has signaled a transition to its own smartphone branding in 2024.
Samsung Galaxy S25 could get a major speed boost — here's what you need to know
By Alan Martin published
We could be looking at 4GHz speeds from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, tipster claims.
RIP Beeper Mini: iMessage on Android is now truly done
By Alan Martin published
Beeper’s convoluted workaround sees Mac bans from Apple, spelling the end of the road for the cloud bridge.
Fossil is officially done with smartwatches
By Alan Martin published
Last year’s Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition will be Fossil’s last smartwatch as the fashion company focuses on “traditional watches, jewelry and leather goods.”
Apple testing souped-up Siri with help from ChatGPT
By Alan Martin published
iOS 17.4 beta code reveals Apple’s internal testing, with ChatGPT seemingly built-in to sense check the company’s own AI.
Huge 12.9-inch iPad Air just leaked in new renders
By Alan Martin published
The rumored 12.9-inch iPad Air is reportedly coming this year. This is what it might look like.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 could get this surprise upgrade
By Alan Martin published
Tipster suggests the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 might pack a brand new Exynos chipset.
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders open — and you’ll definitely want AppleCare Plus
By Alan Martin published
Repairs without Apple’s extended warranty are ludicrously pricey — which is a huge gamble with first-generation technology.
Pixel Watch 3 could fix our main complaint with Google's smartwatches
By Alan Martin published
Report claims Google will introduce a second size with the third generation of Pixel smartwatches to match rivals from Apple, Samsung and Garmin.
Samsung might paywall its Galaxy AI features next year — that could be a big mistake
By Alan Martin published
Samsung may want Galaxy AI to become a valuable revenue stream for the company, but I’d be very surprised if consumers are as keen.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra specs — here’s what we expect
By Alan Martin last updated
Samsung’s next flagship smartphone is set to be an extremely powerful handset. Here’s what we’re expecting on the inside.
iPhone 16 rumored for RAM and Wi-Fi boost to close the gap with 'Pro' models
By Alan Martin published
The iPhone 16 will match the current Pro models on both RAM and Wi-Fi 6E support, according to analyst Jeff Pu.