Articles by Axel Metz, Phones Editor

Axel is TechRadar's UK-based Phones Editor, reporting on everything from the latest Apple developments to newest AI breakthroughs as part of the site's Mobile Computing vertical. Working out of the brand’s London office, he is a versatile, NCTJ-accredited journalist with a keen interest in the applications of technology beyond the desktop, and has bylines in various publications including Total Film, Esquire and FourFourTwo. After graduating from the University of Warwick with a degree in English Literature, Axel co-founded a startup media brand and spent time as a freelance writer before joining TechRadar as part of its inaugural digital training scheme. His role sees him keeping a close eye on the latest trends in the worlds of mobile technology and digital culture, and his coverage extends from news reporting and analysis to in-depth interviews and opinion. Away from the keyboard, Axel can be found working his way through a lengthy watchlist of films and counting down the days until Chelsea's next managerial change. Want to get in touch? You can contact Axel over email (linked above) or through Twitter.

Articles by: Axel Metz

HMD just partnered with Heineken on the world’s most boring phone (literally)

By Axel Metz published 16 April 24

HMD has partnered with beer brand Heineken on the stripped-back Boring Phone.

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Instant Slow-mo is the coolest Galaxy AI feature you’re not using properly

By Axel Metz published 16 April 24

Instant Slow-mo is now available on a range of Galaxy devices – here's how best to use the new AI-powered feature.

Samsung Galaxy S21 phones are getting two big Galaxy AI features next month

By Axel Metz published 15 April 24

Samsung has confirmed that more devices, including the Galaxy S21 series, will become compatible with Galaxy AI soon.

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Will we see new iPhones at WWDC 2024?

By Axel Metz published 13 April 24

We break down how this year's WWDC announcements could affect the iPhone.

Samsung drops another big hint that Galaxy AI features are coming to Galaxy S22 phones

By Axel Metz published 12 April 24

Samsung has confirmed that more devices will become compatible with Galaxy AI soon.

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Samsung’s first post-One UI 6.1 Galaxy S23 update won’t fix bugs, but you should still download it – here's why

By Axel Metz published 11 April 24

Samsung has issued its first Galaxy S23 update since One UI 6.1 – here's why you should download it.

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The iPhone 16 may not be much faster than the iPhone 15 Pro, and I couldn’t care less

By Axel Metz published 6 April 24

Apple's A18 Pro chipset is only rumored to be 10% faster than the iPhone 15's brain, but the figures don't matter any more.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest news stories from Meta AR glasses to Disney Plus' password sharing crackdown

By Hamish Hector published 6 April 24

This week Meta teased its first AR glasses, Samsung Galaxy S23s broke, and Sony made the PlayStation Portal worse.

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Samsung shares temporary fix for Galaxy S23 One UI 6.1 touchscreen issue

By Axel Metz published 5 April 24

Samsung has identified the cause of a One UI 6.1 touchscreen issue affecting Galaxy S23 devices, and shared a temporary fix.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 users complain of 'totally unresponsive' touchscreens after One UI 6.1 update

By Axel Metz published 4 April 24

Samsung's One UI 6.1 update is reportedly affecting touchscreen functionality on some Galaxy S23 phones.

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Android's big Find My Device upgrade could finally launch soon thanks to iOS 17.5

By Axel Metz published 3 April 24

Code spotted in the iOS 17.5 could spell good news for the release of Android's big Find My Device upgrade.

The Nubia Flip 5G on display at MWC 2024

Nubia's affordable Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 rival gets an imminent global launch date

By Axel Metz published 2 April 24

ZTE subsidiary Nubia has confirmed that the Nubia Flip 5G will launch on April 9.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 users are blaming One UI 6.1 for slower charging speeds, but we’re not convinced

By Axel Metz published 2 April 24

Some Samsung users are reporting that One UI 6.1 is throttling charging speeds on older Samsung phones.

This neat iPhone camera trick will let you take pictures using nothing but your voice

By Axel Metz published 31 March 24

Here's how to use your iPhone's Voice Control settings to remotely activate the camera.

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Samsung is right to take inspiration from Apple’s iPhone design – here’s why

By Axel Metz published 30 March 24

Samsung has been accused of copying Apple’s iPhone design with the Galaxy S24 range – but conformity is the best way forward for the company.

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Samsung's Galaxy AI features could be coming to the Galaxy S22 series after all

By Axel Metz published 21 March 24

Samsung is reportedly reviewing its position on Galaxy AI compatibility – but don’t get too excited.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus review: finally, the Plus has a reason to exist

By Axel Metz last updated 20 March 24

With a clutch of small but meaningful upgrades and a dose of AI, the Galaxy S24 Plus is the most compelling of Samsung's plus-sized phones to date.

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Samsung's second big Galaxy S24 Ultra camera update could be coming very soon

By Axel Metz published 20 March 24

New leaks suggest that a second major Galaxy S24 Ultra camera update is on the way soon.

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Samsung’s first budget foldable could cost less than the Galaxy S24

By Axel Metz published 19 March 24

New rumors suggest that Samsung's first entry-level foldable could cost less than the Galaxy S24.

Samsung Galaxy S25 tipped for larger screen and other 'considerable' design changes

By Axel Metz published 18 March 24

A new Samsung leak suggests that Galaxy S25 will boast a larger display than its predecessor.

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Strong Galaxy S24 Plus sales prove Samsung was right to stick by its middle child

By Axel Metz published 15 March 24

A new report suggests the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus is selling far better than the Galaxy S23 Plus.

Remember the MacBook Touch Bar? Future iPhones could get something similar

By Axel Metz published 14 March 24

A newly surfaced Apple patent teases an iPhone with a side-mounted display.

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Bad news: Samsung’s successor to the best cheap phone of 2023 isn’t coming to the US

By Axel Metz published 13 March 24

Samsung has confirmed that the mid-range Galaxy A55 won't be sold in the US at launch.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 owners could get another great Galaxy S24 feature soon

By Axel Metz published 12 March 24

Eagle-eyed tipsters have spotted another Galaxy S24 feature that could be coming to older Samsung phones soon.

Best iPhone 13 Pro cases 2025: top protective covers for your smartphone

By Axel Metz last updated 11 March 24

Updated Apple’s iPhone 13 phones are tough, but these cases are tougher.

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