Alex Blake

Alex Blake

Freelance Contributor

Alex Blake has been fooling around with computers since the early 1990s, and since that time he's learned a thing or two about tech. No more than two things, though. That's all his brain can hold. As well as TechRadar, Alex writes for iMore, Digital Trends and Creative Bloq, among others. He was previously commissioning editor at MacFormat magazine. That means he mostly covers the world of Apple and its latest products, but also Windows, computer peripherals, mobile apps, and much more beyond. When not writing, you can find him hiking the English countryside and gaming on his PC.

Articles by: Alex Blake

Three iPhones on a green and blue background showing trails on Apple Maps

Apple Maps edges closer to Google Maps on the web with its take on Street View

By Alex Blake published

The Look Around feature in Apple Maps is now available on the web

Apple iPad Mini A 17 Pro (2024) REVIEW

The iPad mini’s rebirth continues – with an OLED version strongly rumored for 2026

By Alex Blake published

The iPad mini could get an OLED upgrade that would continue its impressive rise.

Two Android phones on a blue and green background showing document scanning

Google Drive gets major document scanning boost on Android to tempt you from Adobe Scan

By Alex Blake published

Google Drive will soon be able to automatically fix up your scanned images on Android.

App Store Awards 2022

These are the most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps of 2024 – including a controversial top free choice

By Alex Blake published

Apple has revealed the most popular apps and games for iPhone and iPad – and there are a few surprises.

Apple AirTags

AirTag 2 upgrade could bring significant improvements to Apple’s trackers

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s AirTag 2 might offer triple the tracking range of its predecessor, a report claims.

An Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021) from the front, in someone's hand

Apple's giant foldable iPad could be crease-free and run macOS apps, new report claims

By Alex Blake published

Apple is working on a foldable iPad, but it won’t launch until 2028, a new report has alleged.

A car dashboard showing the next generation Apple CarPlay

Where is Apple CarPlay 2? A 2024 launch is looking unlikely, but not impossible

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s CarPlay 2 system is meant to launch by the end of 2024, but it’s nowhere in sight.

Apple TV 4K review

Next-gen Apple TV 4K tipped to land in 2025 with a Wi-Fi surprise

By Alex Blake published

The next Apple TV could be powered by a custom-made Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip.

Phone Link for iOS

Microsoft finally delivers AirDrop-style file sharing between iPhones and PCs – here's how it works 

By Alex Blake published

You can now share files across your iPhone and Windows PC with just a few clicks.

The cover of Resident Evil 2 Remake showing Leon and Claire

That's my weekend sorted – Resident Evil 2 arrives early on iPhone, iPad and Mac with a huge discount

By Alex Blake published

Capcom has launched Resident Evil 2 on Apple devices, weeks ahead of its planned New Year’s Eve launch date.

Firefox icon

Firefox is ending Do Not Track, but there are better ways to protect your privacy – here's what I recommend

By Alex Blake published

Firefox will soon stop supporting Do Not Track privacy protection, but that’s not as bad as it sounds.

MacBook Pro 16-inch (2023) in use in a studio

Sick of the MacBook Pro's notch? It could vanish when the rumored OLED version drops in 2026

By Alex Blake published

The MacBook notch could become a thing of the past when Apple launches the 2026 MacBook Pro.

Digital wallets

The world’s first Apple Pay rival for iPhones has launched, but it might bring some drawbacks

By Alex Blake published

An Apple Pay rival has launched in Europe – here’s what it means for tap-to-pay.

Apple Vision Pro Review

The Apple Vision Pro's rumored PSVR 2 controller support is the boost it needs – and not just for gaming

By Alex Blake published

Apple could bring Sony’s PSVR2 hand controllers to the Vision Pro headset, a new report claims.

Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) on a white desk in a studio

Waiting for an OLED MacBook or iPad Air? Rumored roadmap hints at when they could be coming

By Alex Blake published

Apple is planning to upgrade almost its entire iPad and MacBook line with OLED panels, a report claims.

A jhacker typing on a MacBook laptop with code on the the screen.

Do Macs get viruses? The answer is yes – and AI-powered malware is a growing threat, new report claims

By Alex Blake published

A new report has detailed the ways hackers are using ChatGPT to create effective viruses.

WhatsApp logo on iPhone 14 screen

Got an older iPhone? WhatsApp won’t work on it for much longer

By Alex Blake published

WhatsApp has warned users on iOS 15 or earlier that it will soon stop working with their iPhones.

An iPad Pro, Beats Pro, Apple Watch, iPhone, AirPods Pro and MacBook on a blue and green background.

Apple's official Cyber Monday sales end today – here's the full list plus the deals that beat them

By Mark Wilson published

Your guide to getting an Apple discount today

The Casio CRW001-1 ring watch.

Casio's fun cross between a smart ring and smartwatch launches outside Japan – with a tempting price tag

By Alex Blake published

Casio has launched a ring that looks like a miniature watch – and it's now officially launching outside Japan.

A box showing Apple-inspired trainers next to the Apple trainers emoji

Apple super-fans can now buy the iOS running shoe emoji in real life

By Alex Blake published

A designer has taken Apple’s running shoe emoji and turned it into a real pair of sneakers.

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max REVIEW

The iPhone 17 Air could have echoes of the original MacBook Air, if the latest rumors are true

By Alex Blake published

The iPhone 17 Air will have its fair share of drawbacks, but it could be the start of a new era for Apple.

ChatGPT logo next to a '+' symbol, the Siri logo and an iPhone with the Shortcuts app open

Apple Shortcuts just got baked-in ChatGPT search to give you powerful new iPhone automations

By Alex Blake published

ChatGPT’s internet search has been baked into Apple’s Shortcuts app, putting some powerful automations at your fingertips.

AirPods Max in green on green background

Apple AirPods Max could remain stuck in limbo with no upgrades planned, new report claims

By Alex Blake published

Apple is not planning to make any significant changes to its AirPods Max headphones, a trustworthy Apple leaker claims.

The Keychron Q6 Max mechanical keyboard against a blue background.

Keychron Q6 Max review: Quality control

By Alex Blake published

The Keychron Q6 Max offers a supreme typing experience, deep customization, and much more, making it one of the top mechanical keyboards on the market.

An iPhone on an orange background showing Siri

Siri may not match ChatGPT's conversational skills until 2026, new iOS 19 rumors predict

By Alex Blake published

Apple is preparing a huge upgrade to Siri to make it more like ChatGPT, but it won’t land until 2026.

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