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

Apple's Daisy robot disassembling an iPhone

Apple says its recycling robots can now handle 23 different iPhone models – here’s how to recycle yours for free

By Alex Blake published

Apple says it will recycle 23 different types of iPhone for free, so should you clear out your old devices?

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Want a retro gaming emulator on your iPhone? Apple just clarified the state of play on iOS

By Alex Blake published

Apple has clarified which gaming emulators are allowed on the iOS App Store, but will Nintendo be happy?

Three iPhones on an orange background showing the Personal Voice feature

Apple’s AI features in iOS 18 might only work on your device – here’s what that means

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s AI tools in iOS 18 won’t rely on the cloud, which has implications for users' privacy, but also for their effectiveness.

Google One app on a phone in a jeans pocket

Google One VPN is shutting down for good – here are the best alternatives

By Alex Blake published

Google’s VPN service, bundled with its Google One subscription, is being discontinued later this year.

The iPhone 14 Pro Max being held in a hand

Apple could deliver a huge iPhone performance boost as soon as next year

By Alex Blake published

Apple is reportedly planning to debut new 2nm chips in next year’s iPhones, which could seriously boost performance.

Apple Vision Pro

The first-gen Apple Vision Pro is better for work than play – and Apple just showed why

By Alex Blake published

Apple has just showcased how the Vision Pro is perfectly suited for businesses – and that means consumers may be best off waiting.

Apple Vision Pro Review

Apple is restricting the potential of Vision Pro apps, but for a good reason

By Alex Blake published

Some developers have complained that Apple’s Vision Pro app rules are too restrictive, but does Apple have a point?

The Twelve South ButterFly charging an iPhone and an Apple Watch.

This ‘world’s smallest’ iPhone and Apple Watch dual charger might be perfect for your travels

By Alex Blake published

Twelve South has just launched the ButterFly, a MagSafe Duo-esque charger for your iPhone and Apple Watch.

Apple TV Plus

New report says an Apple TV with camera would support gestures, but do we really need this?

By Alex Blake published

A future Apple TV could come with a built-in camera for FaceTime calls and gesture support, a report claims.

The Flying Lotus computer made by noisycarlos from a Framework laptop.

Someone converted the Framework laptop into a portable desktop PC

By Alex Blake published

One YouTuber has built a conversion kit for the Framework laptop that turns it into a portable desktop PC.

Two people sit at a desk with a Mac Studio, a Studio Display, and a Vision Pro headset in front of them.

Apple might build spatial computing right into your Mac’s screen

By Alex Blake published

Apple could be looking to bring spatial computing to Mac displays without the need for a Vision Pro headset.

Amazon Astro home robot

Apple could be planning a surprise Amazon Astro robot rival for your smart home

By Alex Blake published

A new report claims Apple is working on a set of home robots that could help you around the house.

Browsing the App Store on an iPhone.

The next iOS 17 update will let EU iPhones download apps directly from websites – and that’s a big deal

By Alex Blake published

For the first time ever, Apple is going to permit EU users to download iOS apps from third-party websites.

Two iPhones on an orange background showing the Siri assistant and shortcuts

Apple researchers reveal AI breakthrough that could make Siri much smarter

By Alex Blake published

Voice assistants like Siri could get a major boost from a new AI breakthrough, according to Apple researchers.

A Magic Mouse on a desk next to a Magic Keyboard.

The Magic Mouse could get a fascinating reboot, according to Apple's new ideas

By Alex Blake published

A recent patent shows Apple exploring ideas for using the Magic Mouse in new and interesting ways.

How to download Apple Maps for offline use in iOS 17

Apple Maps on iPhone could soon get a useful hiking feature from the Apple Watch

By Alex Blake published

Apple could be bringing topographic maps to all your devices thanks to iOS 18, which is set to be unveiled this June.

An iPhone sitting on a wooden table

Watch out, iPhone owners: this dangerous phishing attack could lock you out of your Apple devices

By Alex Blake published

Hackers are trying to trick users into handing over their Apple IDs, locking them out of their Apple devices.

iPad 10.9 2022 being held in a hand

The iPad Pro 2024 could get a new camera to fix its wonky video calls

By Alex Blake published

Apple’s iPad Pro could soon get a landscape front-facing camera, if a new rumor is to be believed.

FitnessTotals app widgets being shown on an iPhone iOS 14 home screen

iOS 18 could finally let you properly customize your iPhone's Home Screen

By Alex Blake published

Will iOS 18 be the most customizable iOS ever? A new report claims it has a lot in store for Home Screen fans.

The Superlist app running on an Apple iPhone.

This Wunderlist successor is helping me trade three apps for one

By Alex Blake published

Superlist is a beautiful to-do and reminders app that ensures you’re always on-task.

Woman wearing Apple Watch

The Apple Watch almost came to Android, but 'technical' difficulties got in the way

By Alex Blake published

As the DOJ’s lawsuit rages, Apple claims it tried to bring the Apple Watch to Android for three years.

An Apple Store staff member shows a customer how to use a Vision Pro headset.

Here’s another hint that Apple’s Vision Pro is going global soon

By Alex Blake published

Apple has posted job listings for Vision Pro staff around the world, suggesting the device might soon launch globally.

Woman using Apple iPad pro 2018 on home business desk table

The iPad Pro could soon get a genius feature from the Pro Display XDR

By Alex Blake published

A new rumor claims the iPad Pro is set to get a matte surface for reflection-free viewing.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro hero

New iPhone display tech could block reflections and most sunlight – and it could debut as soon as the iPhone 17

By Alex Blake published

Leaks and patents reveal that Apple is working on banishing screen reflections from its future iPhones.

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Apple says 128GB is 'lots of storage' for iPhone photos, but I’m living proof it’s not

By Alex Blake published

The iPhone’s base storage of 128GB is plenty for photos, Apple says, but I think there’s a better way.

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