Alex Whitelock

Alex Whitelock

Retail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in buying advice and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered major retail events in some capacity for over seven years now; both in editorial and other ecommerce adjacent roles on TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, and other Future PLC sites. Alex's expertise touches on most areas, but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer.

Articles by: Alex Whitelock

The iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) with keyboard and stylus

Annoyed by Apple price rises? Here's why picking up a 'pre-loved' iPad is a great deal

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Don't skip over specialist second-hand retailers like BackMarket if you're on the lookout for a cheap (but good) iPad.

The Nothing Phone (3)'s rear, showing its cameras and the Glyph Matrix on spin-the-wheel mode.

Nothing Phone (3) gets another price cut at Amazon — is this under-rated phone now a better buy than the Pixel 10, Galaxy S25, or iPhone 17?

By Alex Whitelock Published

We're big fans of the Nothing Phone (3) at TechRadar — especially when it's going this cheap at Amazon.

A teaser image of a phone in the Pixel 11 series

The Google Pixel 11 will be available to preorder on August 12 and the brand is already teasing an 'exclusive offer' — here's what we think it is

By Alex Whitelock Published

It's official: the Google Pixel 11 series will be available to preorder next month — and there's already a rather cryptic deal on offer.

Hisense U8QG showing image of pine tree branch

The Hisense U8QG Mini LED TV was already an 'excellent value' — but this deal at Best Buy knocks $1,200 off one of our favorite TVs of 2025

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Looking for a big display without breaking the bank? You can't beat this deal on the Hisense U8QG at Best Buy.

Samsung Galaxy A15 5G on blue background with big savings text overlay

This bundle deal at Straight Talk gets you a Samsung phone and 12-month unlimited plan for just $250

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I think I've found Straight Talk's best prepaid deal yet — this $250 Samsung phone bundle is actually $110 cheaper than buying a plan by itself.

Google Pixel 10 in Lemongrass against a bubbly backsplash

Hold up, Mint Mobile is currently selling the Google Pixel 10 for just $150 — and you don't even need to trade in

By Alex Whitelock Published

Mint Mobile's just listed yet another record-breaking deal on an Android flagship — this time it's the Google Pixel 10.

TCL QM7L TV on yellow background with price cut text overlay

You don't need a 98-inch TV, but you do want one — especially when Best Buy is offering $1,000 off the excellent TCL QM7L

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It's a huge TV with an even bigger price cut — get a serious discount on the TCL QM7L Mini LED TV at Best Buy this week.

Dell XPS 13 (2026) laptop on pink background with don't miss text overlay

Is this the ultimate 'back to school' laptop? Students can get a brand new 2026 Dell XPS 13 for just $599

By Alex Whitelock Published

The MacBook Neo now has a direct Windows 11 competitor in the form of the brand new 2026 Dell XPS 13.

Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4) REVIEW

Headed off to college? Here's why buying a pre-loved MacBook Air at BackMarket is a great idea

By Alex Whitelock Published

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Looking for a new MacBook? Don't discount buying pre-loved at BackMarket, the retailer has some great deals on our favorite models.

Visible Wireless branded sim card on yellow background with big savings text overlay

Visible just dropped its best deal of the entire year — get a no-compromises unlimited plan for just $31.25/mo

By Alex Whitelock Published

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A no-compromises unlimited data plan for under half the price of the usual big carrier options.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 REVIEW

The next Galaxy Z Fold is coming, but what deals can you expect? Here's everything we know so far

By Alex Whitelock Published

The next generation of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Flip phones is likely just around the corner — here's everything we know about deals and pricing so far.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max REVIEW

Got your eye on the iPhone 17 Pro? You can still get it included with a new line at T-Mobile — with or without a trade

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Don't miss T-Mobile's latest deal on the iPhone 17 Pro if you're looking for serious value (and a shiny new phone).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra REVIEW

Mint Mobile's epic Galaxy S26 deal is back in stock — get $500 off any device in the range, plus a full year of unlimited data for cheap

By Alex Whitelock Published

Mint Mobile's popular Galaxy S26 series deal quickly sold out last time it was in stock — but now it's back again if you're quick.

Someone using the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 when unfolded, with news articles on the screen.

Two reasons why you might want to buy the Galaxy Z Fold 7 right now — yes, before the Galaxy Z Fold 8 lands

By Alex Whitelock Published

Interested in a foldable phone? Here's why Samsung's soon-to-be-old Galaxy Z Fold 7 might not be the worst idea.

Dell XPS 13 on pink background with don't miss text overlay

The Dell XPS 13 is $400 off at the official store today — the perfect back to school deal for students, teachers, or anyone

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Lightweight, powerful, and surprisingly good value — don't miss today's big XPS 13 deal in the Dell back to school sale.

The Dyson Find+Follow Purifier Cool standing in someone's kitchen.

The Dyson Find+Follow 'blew us away' when we reviewed it last month — and this innovative purifying fan is already on sale

By Alex Whitelock Published

Suffer from allergies and the heat? The Dyson Find+Follow is a fan that's well worth checking out this week.

Apple iPad Air 13-inch (2024) REVIEW

Struggling to find a decent iPad deal? I'd recommend the iPad Air M3 while it's still $250 off

By Alex Whitelock Published

Struggling to find a decent iPad deal? Here's why I'd recommend this slightly older iPad Air while it's still on sale.

Mint Mobile branded sim card and fox on green background with don't miss text overlay

Mint Mobile just brought back a classic deal — you can get a full year of unlimited data for just $180 right now

By Alex Whitelock Published

Looking to switch up your plan to something more economical? Mint Mobile's latest deal gets you a full year of unlimited data for just $15/mo.

LG B5 OLED TV displaying picture of flower, with a techradar big savings text overlay

Our favorite budget LG OLED TV is $1,500 off at Best Buy today — the perfect opportunity to watch the World Cup in its full glory

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The LG B5 was one of our favorite OLED TVs of 2025, and right now, it's going cheap at Best Buy.

A Dell 14 Plus on a desk

Dell's huge back-to-school sale is live — here are the 6 laptop deals I'd buy for college students, gamers, and working from home

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RAM prices have hit laptops hard, but there are still some good choices at the Dell Store this week.

Canon EOS R8 on a table angled front view with lens attached

Record-low prices on Canon, Sony, and Nikon cameras headline this year's huge 4th of July sales — including top-rated models

By Alex Whitelock Published

Camera prices have been rough lately, but these 4th of July deals are genuinely worth a look.

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Last chance! Get a full year of Sam's Club Plus for just $50 — half price for exclusive discounts, free shipping, and cashback

By Alex Whitelock Published

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The best membership deal of the entire year is ending soon at Sam's Club - get a full year for under half price!

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on desk top with person holding S-Pen, alongside a lowest price text overlay

Samsung revives its best Galaxy S26 Ultra deal ever for 4th of July — get a record-beating $350 discount without a trade

By Alex Whitelock Published

This deal originally popped up last week, but it's back again for Samsung's massive 4th of July sale today.

Lenovo Legion 5i

The 4th of July sales include great prices on RTX 5060, RTX 5070, and RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptops — perfect for college students

By Alex Whitelock Published

Best Buy, Walmart, Dell, and other retailers have fantastic 4th of July sales this week — perfect if you're looking for a back-to-school laptop for college.

TCL QM6K showing image of trumpet on screen

This $679 TCL Mini-LED is easily the best value TV in Best Buy's massive 4th of July sale this week

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You won't find a better value premium TV this week than the excellent TCL QM6K at Best Buy.

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