Alan Martin
Freelance contributor Alan has been writing about tech for over a decade, covering phones, drones and everything in between. Previously Deputy Editor of tech site Alphr, his words are found all over the web and in the occasional magazine too. When not weighing up the pros and cons of the latest smartwatch, you'll probably find him tackling his ever-growing games backlog. Or, more likely, playing Spelunky for the millionth time.
Latest articles by Alan Martin
iPhone 17 just tipped for this long overdue ‘Pro’ upgrade
By Alan Martin published
The 120Hz ProMotion display may not be limited to iPhone 17 Pro in 2025.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #202 (Saturday, September 21 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #201 (Friday, September 20 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
How to create a new Gmail account
By Alan Martin last updated
Here's everything you need to know about how to create a new Gmail account, whether it's your first one or a secondary account.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #200 (Thursday, September 19 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #199 (Wednesday, September 18 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #198 (Tuesday, September 17 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #197 (Monday, September 16 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
Pixel Pro 9 Fold has the same weakness as Google’s first foldable
By Alan Martin published
JerryRigEverything phone-torture video proves that Google’s “super durable” foldable still has its weak spots that buyers should be aware of.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #196 (Sunday, September 15 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
iPhone 16 — Apple confirms RAM amount in all four new iPhones for first time ever
By Alan Martin published
Apple executive Johny Srouji confirms that all four iPhone 16 handsets have 8GB RAM and explains the rationale.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #195 (Saturday, September 14 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
How to download videos from X/Twitter
By Alan Martin last updated
Are you wondering how to download videos from X/Twitter? Whether you’re on a computer or smartphone, here’s how to download videos from Twitter.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #194 (Friday, September 13 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #193 (Thursday, September 12 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #192 (Wednesday, September 11 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #191 (Tuesday, September 10 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
AirPods Pro 3: Everything we know so far
By Alan Martin last updated
Apple’s true wireless earphones are due for an upgrade. This is what we’re expecting.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #190 (Monday, September 9 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #189 (Sunday, September 8 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
iPhone 16 Pro leak just revealed biggest camera upgrades before Apple event
By Alan Martin last updated
“Reliable sources” reveal some key upgrades coming to the iPhone 16 Pro when it’s unveiled this week.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #188 (Saturday, September 7 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
NYT Strands today — hints, spangram and answers for game #187 (Friday, September 6 2024)
By Alan Martin published
We help you find today's Strands answers with some useful hints and tips to win.
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