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

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Apple could soon take on Discord with a new App Store-like app for gamers

By Alex Blake published

Apple could launch a new gaming app that combines an app store, achievements, leaderboards and messaging with friends and other gamers.

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Apple’s M4 Macs are set for an 'imminent' launch in the coming days

By Alex Blake last updated

Apple will launch its new M4 Macs any day now, but it might do so using press releases instead of a dedicated event.

Four iPhone SE 2022 phones on a pink and blue background

The iPhone SE 4 could come with a surprising design change, but there are reasons for doubt

By Alex Blake published

Japanese Apple blog Mac Otakara claims the iPhone SE 4 will have a larger size option, but how likely is this?

The Hexgears Immersion A3 mechanical gaming keyboard against a blue background.

Hexgears Immersion A3 review: A solid low-profile gaming keyboard

By Alex Blake published

The Hexgears Immersion A3 is a low-profile gaming keyboard with a few interesting extras up its sleeve.

The Google Shopping update from October 2024.

Hide your wallet – Google Shopping is now using AI to help you keep spending

By Alex Blake published

A new version of Google Shopping uses AI to show you better results and discounted prices.

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The best keyboard in 2024: our picks for typing and gaming

By Rob Webb last updated

Buying Guide Find the right keeb for your Mac or PC with our list of the best keyboard picks on the market in 2024.

An iPhone, a wallet and a car key on a counter top.

Apple’s digital iPhone car keys could soon support these big-name vehicles

By Alex Blake published

Recently uncovered code suggests that Apple could soon extend its digital car key system to even more vehicles.

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The cheaper Apple Vision Pro will still be painfully expensive, new price rumor claims

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s cheaper Vision Pro headset will sacrifice features to bring the price down – but its cost will still be high.

YouTuber Wylsacom with a leaked Apple MacBook Pro with M4 chip.

The M4 MacBook Pro leak circus just got even wilder

By Alex Blake published

A classified listing has appeared for the unannounced M4 MacBook Pro, marking another twist in the already-dramatic tale.

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M4 MacBook Pro seemingly revealed again in ‘unprecedented’ benchmark and video leaks

By Alex Blake published

Apple can’t seem to stop the leaks of its M4 MacBook Pro, as it’s now been revealed in benchmarks and another YouTube video.

YouTuber Wylsacom with a leaked Apple MacBook Pro with M4 chip.

The M4 MacBook Pro might have just leaked on YouTube

By Alex Blake published

A YouTuber claims to have tested the M4 MacBook Pro before it’s been announced, but there are reasons for doubt.

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The iPhone SE 4 could get a surprising (and speedy) first for an Apple device

By Alex Blake published

A new report claims that the iPhone SE 4 will be the first device to bear Apple’s custom-made 5G modem.

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Apple may bring a guest mode to your iPhone, helping to protect its secrets

By Alex Blake published

A new patent suggests Apple is working on an iOS guest mode that could keep your files safe from other users.

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The iPhone SE 4 is reportedly almost ready – here’s what you can expect

By Alex Blake published

A new report says that Apple’s iPhone SE 4 will launch in early 2025 with a range of major upgrades.

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The iPhone 16 Pro Max can charge faster than ever – if you do it right

By Alex Blake published

A new report has put the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s battery charging through its paces, and the results are fascinating.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max REVIEW

The results are in: the iPhone 16 Pro Max is Apple’s battery champ

By Alex Blake published

The iPhone 16 range has shown remarkable battery life improvements, according to new benchmarks.

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Future AirPods could include a vital health-tracking feature

By Alex Blake published

A new patent suggests that future AirPods could help detect heart problems when you wear them.

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Google Maps will now warn you about businesses with fake reviews

By Alex Blake published

You can now see warnings in Google Maps when a business has had fake reviews detected and removed.

Nothing OS 3.0 being demonstrated on a Nothing Phone.

Nothing OS 3.0 just got previewed with a bunch of interesting new features

By Alex Blake published

Nothing has shared a sneak peek of Nothing OS 3.0 and a raft of its new features that are coming in October.

Apple's Craig Federighi demonstrating the iPhone Mirroring feature in macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2024.

You can now use Apple’s best iPhone Mirroring feature on your Mac and iPhone

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s iPhone Mirroring feature has just enabled drag and drop in the latest iOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 betas.

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Apple's RCS messaging on iOS is beset by security issues, but a fix is in the works

By Alex Blake published

Apple has enabled RCS messaging in iOS 18 and it’s not as private or secure as other apps – but a fix is coming.

A person holds an iPhone while it is performing a 5G speed test.

The iPhone SE 4 and next iPads could bring significant 5G and Wi-Fi changes – here’s why

By Alex Blake published

Apple devices could get quicker 5G and Wi-Fi connectivity as soon as 2025, a new report has claimed.

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Apple has a clever new way to save your bricked iPhone 16 – no Mac required

By Alex Blake published

You can now wirelessly restore a bricked iPhone 16 that’s running iOS 18, without the need for a separate Mac or PC.

Mac mini (M1, 2020) on a table

Apple drops strong hint about its Mac mini redesign – here’s what we know

By Alex Blake published

Recently updated code has just revealed a big change coming to the Mac mini this October.

An iPad Air 13-inch 2024 on a table next to two iPad Pros

iPadOS 18 is available right now – 5 new things it brings to your iPad, including the new Calculator app

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s iPadOS 18 brings a wealth of great new features. Here are five of our favorite additions that you can try today.

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