Axel Metz

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

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Wear glasses? This neat iPhone camera trick can simulate your natural vision

By Axel Metz published

An eagle-eyed iPhone user has discovered a novel way to demonstrate how people with impaired vision see the world.

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Get an iPhone for Christmas? Here are 3 time-saving iOS settings to activate now

By Axel Metz published

These three hidden iOS features will help you navigate your iPhone faster.

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iOS 17.2 finally gives me a reason to use the iPhone 15 Pro’s Action button

By Axel Metz published

iOS 17.2 adds a much-needed new function to the iPhone 15 Pro's Action button.

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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories, from Apple's Journal app to Galaxy Book 4

By Mark Wilson published

2023 is nearly over, but the tech news is still flooding in. Here are all of the biggest stories of the week.

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iOS 17.2 is out now – here are 7 new features, including Journal and spatial video

By Axel Metz published

We highlight the best new iOS 17.2 features for your iPhone.

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Please, commuters: activate this time-saving iPhone setting before you travel tomorrow

By Axel Metz published

Apple's Express Mode feature is supposed to be activated by default, but if it isn't on your device, here's what to do.

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Android 14: new features and everything you need to know

By James Rogerson last updated

Updated Android 14 is Google's mobile generative AI update. Here's what you need to know about it.

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Samsung joins the AI race with Samsung Gauss – and the Galaxy S24 could benefit

By Axel Metz published

Samsung has announced a new generative AI model, Samsung Gauss, which is destined for its upcoming devices.

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Leaked Galaxy S24 Ultra benchmark scores tease an iPhone 15 Pro-rivaling powerhouse

By Axel Metz published

New benchmark scores for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S24 range hint at a powerful set of phones.

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YouTube Premium just got its biggest price hike in years

By Axel Metz last updated

Google is upping the price of a YouTube Premium family subscription from November.

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How to use Visual Look Up on iPhone: identify pets, plants, laundry tags, and more

By Axel Metz published

We detail how to use Apple's Visual Look Up feature on an iPhone.

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How to download Apple Maps for offline use in iOS 17

By Axel Metz published

We detail how to download information and directions in Apple Maps to be accessed when you're offline.

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The Honor Magic 6 will bring Apple Vision Pro’s coolest feature to your pocket

By Axel Metz published

Honor has debuted the Honor Magic 6, which will use on-device AI to introduce a range of smart features.

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Listen to music while you sleep? This hidden iPhone trick will make drifting off easier

By Axel Metz published

Your iPhone has a little-known timer feature that may help you drift off to sleep more easily.

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iPhone 16 tipped for worrying price hikes over the iPhone 15

By Axel Metz published

Increased iPhone 15 production costs suggest that Apple may be forced to charge more for the iPhone 16 line next year.

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Apple’s new FineWoven iPhone cases remind me of my childhood – and not in a good way

By Axel Metz published

Apple's FineWoven iPhone cases are a noble attempt at sustainability, but they're also below-par products.

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Was the iPhone 15 worth the hype? Apple fans give their verdict

By Axel Metz published

Apple fans have weighed in on the success of the iPhone 15 line.

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iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro: the key differences

By Axel Metz last updated

Updated The iPhone 15 Pro is a great phone, but does it represent a dramatic upgrade over the iPhone 14 Pro? We break down the key differences.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 colors leak teases the return of an old favorite, but fans are divided

By Axel Metz published

New rumors hint at color changes for the Samsung Galaxy S24 line.

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Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: what to expect from Qualcomm's next flagship chipset

By Axel Metz last updated

Updated Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset is almost definitely in the works. Here's what we know about it so far.

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Leaked OnePlus Open benchmark scores tease a Pixel-beating foldable

By Axel Metz published

Leaked benchmark scores suggest that the OnePlus Open could be more powerful than the Google Pixel Fold.

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Apple’s new method for updating iPhones sounds decidedly Apple-like

By Axel Metz published

Apple is working on a system that would see all iPhones automatically updated to the latest version of iOS in-store.

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Optimize iPhone Storage explained: where your photos go, and how to get them back

By Axel Metz published

Here's everything you need to know about Optimize iPhone Storage, Apple's handy way to free up space in your iPhone.

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BlackBerry is a razor-sharp reminder that innovation waits for no one

By Axel Metz published

BlackBerry, director Matthew Johnson's look at the rise and fall of the mobile giant, is now out in the US, UK and Australia.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 tipped to boast yet another key iPhone 15 Pro feature

By Axel Metz published

New reports suggest that all three Samsung Galaxy S24 models will feature titanium sides.

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