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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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.

iPhone 15 Pro FineWoven case

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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Google Pixel Watch 2: Price, new features, release date and more

By Matt Evans last updated

Updated The Google Pixel Watch 2 has been revealed. Here’s everything we know, including price, availability and new features.

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Honor 90 review: a supremely capable handset that doesn’t demand the big bucks

By Axel Metz last updated

Read our full review of Honor’s latest mid-range smartphone, the Honor 90.

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Good news, Apple fans! iPhone 15 wait times have reduced significantly

By Axel Metz published

Delivery estimates for the iPhone 15 line have improved dramatically in the US, UK and Australia.

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Leaked Samsung Galaxy S24 renders tease iPhone 15 Pro-style frame

By Axel Metz published

New renders have seemingly revealed the design of the Samsung Galaxy S24.

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Apple’s rumored iPhone 15 Pro overheating fix could come with a catch

By Axel Metz published

Apple's reported fix for widespread iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues could come at the expense of processing power.

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iPhone 16 tipped to resurrect a canned iPhone 15 Pro feature (with a twist)

By Axel Metz published

The iPhone 16 will reportedly feature a mysterious new 'Capture' button.

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EA Sports FC 24 review – the football is excellent, and that’s enough

By Axel Metz published

Review EA Sports FC 24 retains the essence of FIFA’s best entries by rightly prioritizing authentic action and graphics over mechanical gimmickry.

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iPhone 14 Pro Max vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: the key differences

By Axel Metz last updated

Here's how the newly released iPhone 15 Pro Max compares to the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

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I bought an iPhone 14 last year, and now I feel like an idiot

By Axel Metz published

Apple's iPhone 15 brings too many upgrades to the table that I regret buying my iPhone 14.

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The new iOS 17 alarm tones are so good, you’ll look forward to waking up

By Axel Metz published

iOS 17 introduces a host of new ringtones, and you'll wish you could add some of them to your Spotify library.

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iPhone 15: price, features, cameras, USB-C, and everything you need to know

By Axel Metz last updated

Updated The iPhone 15 is packed full of upgrades, headlined by a Dynamic Island and a new camera.

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iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14: the key upgrades to Apple's latest standard model

By Axel Metz last updated

Updated With the iPhone 15 now out in the wild, we can confidently compare Apple's latest vanilla model to the iPhone 14.

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