Articles by Alex Walker-Todd, Freelance Contributor

Alex joined TechRadar as Senior Phones Editor in June 2022, bringing over a decade's worth of experience to the role. He's covered keynotes hosted by the biggest brands and attended the launches for some of the most influential mobile products of the last few years. While the mobile space is where Alex operates on a daily basis, his profession, paired with his natural passion for technology, has allowed him to test everything from automotive audio to AR t-shirts and tablets with 3D displays. He continues to freelance for TechRadar and other reputable technology publications, including GSMArena, TechAdvisor, MacWorld, and Trusted Reviews.

Articles by: Alex Walker-Todd

Best small phone 2022: the top tiny, compact smartphone choices

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 31 October 22

Buying Guide Small phones are less common than they once were, but there are still some top options.

Motorola Razr 2022 review

By Alex Walker-Todd published 25 October 22

Motorola’s third foldable Razr is unquestionably its best yet, but this folding clamshell doesn’t operate in a vacuum.

The iPad Pro 2022 next to the iPad 2022 on a split background with the Apple Polishing Cloth over the top

New iPad and iPad Pro still aren't compatible with Apple's $19 polishing cloth

By Alex Walker-Todd published 21 October 22

After checking the compatibility list every day since launch Apple's new iPads still aren't compatible with its special cloth.

Don't buy the new iPad, the 4th-gen iPad Air is way better

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 21 October 22

Apple's 2020 iPad Air has all the features the new iPad 2022 should have had, for less.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 family, propped up with the back of the phones on show

New Galaxy S23 case leaks reinforce S22 Ultra-inspired design for whole lineup

By Alex Walker-Todd published 18 October 22

New case leaks double-down on S22 Ultra-inspired design influence.

Google Pixel 7 review

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 12 October 22

The Pixel 7 offers the brilliant fundamentals of the Pixel 7 Pro, at a great price. Google still has catching-up to do, though.

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones and the Google Pixel Watch on a green-blue background

Google event recap: Pixel 7, 7 Pro, Pixel Watch and all the big announcements

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 6 October 22

The Google Pixel 7 launch event revealed the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel Watch in full, and gave us a lot more detail on the Pixel Tablet. Here's everything you need to know.

Google Pixel Watch: release date, price, specs, and features

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 6 October 22

Updated It's been a long time coming but Google's first own-brand smartwatch – the Google Pixel Watch – is finally here. Here's all you need to know.

Which iPhone models has Apple discontinued now the iPhone 14 is here?

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 6 October 22

The iPhone 14 launch means Apple is ushering a number of older models out the door. Here's the complete list.

Google Pixel Watch press image green closeup pre-launch

Pixel Watch quoted as offering 24-hour battery life, based on new leak

By Alex Walker-Todd published 3 October 22

A new leak from a Taiwanese mobile carrier details Pixel Watch features including battery life and what's in the box.

I really hope this iPhone 15 rumor isn't true, you deserve better

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 22 September 22

A new iPhone 15 rumor suggests the base model's biggest weakness isn't going away, and that's not okay.

samsung galaxy s10 5g front angled in-hand

We've seen the iPhone 14 Pro's rumored notch before – on this 2019 Samsung Galaxy

By Alex Walker-Todd published 2 September 22

Samsung already showed us what the iPhone 14 Pro's rumored cutout will look like, all the way back in 2019.

A partially folded Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 next to a partially folded Huawei Mate Xs 2, both standing on a bare pine table

What Samsung and Huawei are doing to stop you breaking your next foldable

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 16 August 22

Durability is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to folding phones, but manufacturers are always working to make them hardier.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 review on kitchen table

24 hours with the Galaxy Flip 4: Flex Mode is upgrading my kitchen experience

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 12 August 22

After spending 24 hours with Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip 4, Flex Mode is proving its worth.

iPhone 14 Pro price hike is looking increasingly likely

By Alex Walker-Todd published 4 August 22

A new source claims the iPhone 14 won't be getting a price hike after all, but the Pro models still will.

Apple Store in Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London - exterior

Inside the new Apple Store Brompton Road - where you won't have to wait to pick up the new iPhone

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 27 July 22

iPhone 13 price is finally being dropped - but it probably won’t save you any money

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 25 July 22

Apple is cutting the price of the iPhone 13, Apple Watch 7 and more, in China

A crop of the Moto X30 Pro Motorola Razr 3 Chinese launch poster

The Galaxy Z Flip 4's biggest rival arrives first – but with a major disadvantage

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 22 July 22

Motorola has now confirmed an August 2 launch for the Moto X30 Pro and the new 2022 Razr

Exploded smartwatch render beside Snapdragon W5 Gen 1 chipsets

Smartwatches could soon double their battery life, thanks to Qualcomm’s new chip

By Alex Walker-Todd published 19 July 22

Qualcomm's new W5 Gen 1 and W5 Plus Gen 1 chips promise double the performance and twice the battery life on new smartwatches

Yes, the Nothing Phone (1) really can make mobiles fun again – here's how

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 12 July 22

Learning first-hand how the Nothing Phone (1) hopes to inject some fun back into the smartphone market.

Xiaomi 12S Ultra on table press image | Source: Xiaomi

Phone makers' obsession with camera brand partnerships has to stop

By Alex Walker-Todd published 9 July 22

Leica’s newly minted partnership with Xiaomi raises the question of whether those after a cutting-edge camera phone really benefit from such agreements or are better served elsewhere.

A cropped version of a teaser poster detailing camera information ahead of the Chinese launch of the Motorola Moto X30 Pro

Motorola’s next flagship has a camera unlike any iPhone, Galaxy or Pixel

By Alex Walker-Todd published 1 July 22

Motorola just revealed new details about its upcoming flagship, the Moto X30 Pro and the camera is, well… weird.

The Montblanc Summit 3 smartwatch in three finishes - official press imagery

This premium Wear OS 3 smartwatch just beat the Pixel Watch to the punch, but I wouldn't buy it

By Alex Walker-Todd last updated 1 July 22

Opinion Montblanc has just unveiled its new Summit 3 smartwatch, which offers up our first taste of pure Wear OS 3 – but you’ll need deep pockets to get it.

The Nothing Phone (1) in white, angled in front of the Google Pixel 5 in Sage Green

Yes, the Nothing Phone (1) is a flagship – just look at the Pixel 5

By Alex Walker-Todd published 30 June 22

Google (and others) have already proven that you don’t need top-shelf specs to deliver a flagship experience.

5 fascinating facts from 15 years of iPhone

By Alex Walker-Todd published 29 June 22

The first iPhone went on sale 15 years ago today, so we’ve pulled some interesting details spanning the its illustrious history

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