Articles by Alex Whitelock, Retail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in buying advice and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered major retail events in some capacity for over seven years now; both in editorial and other ecommerce adjacent roles on TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, and other Future PLC sites. Alex's expertise touches on most areas, but he has a particular love for phones, laptops, and cameras, being an avid photographer.

Articles by: Alex Whitelock

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'The gaming laptop deal to end all gaming laptop deals' - get a Lenovo with an RTX 5070 and OLED display for $1,194

By Alex Whitelock published 16 February 26

Here's how to get a gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 and OLED display for a record-low price today.

What drone ban? Several of our favorite 'beginner-friendly' DJI drones are currently on sale for record-low prices today

By Alex Whitelock published 16 February 26

It's a good time to consider picking up these DJI models

I've looked through hundreds of gaming laptops today - these are the 9 best deals at Walmart, Dell, Lenovo, and other retailers

By Alex Whitelock published 16 February 26

I compared all the best gaming laptop deals at Walmart, Dell, Lenovo, and other retailers - these 9 are easily the best today.

I've looked through hundreds of laptop deals today - these are the 13 best from Best Buy, Dell, and other leading retailers

By Alex Whitelock published 15 February 26

Looking for a new laptop this Presidents' Day? Here are the best and biggest price cuts on models from Dell, Apple, Lenovo, and other leading brands.

Galaxy S26 out of your budget? Samsung's certified re-newed program might be your ticket to a cheap device

By Alex Whitelock published 13 February 26

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Samsung's certified re-newed program isn't just good for the planet - it's also fantastic for your wallet, too.

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Dell XPS 13 vs Dell 14 Plus: two of our favorite models are on sale – but which is the better buy?

By Alex Whitelock published 13 February 26

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Dell's current sale has some fantastic deals – including two deep discounts on the Dell XPS 13 and Dell 14 Plus – both are some of our favorite models at TechRadar.

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The Galaxy S26 is looming - and Google is already aggressively price-cutting the Pixel 10 series

By Alex Whitelock published 12 February 26

The Galaxy S26 series is coming, but here's why you may want to consider the still-excellent Google Pixel 10 series (Hint: they're super cheap right now).

All your questions about buying a Galaxy S26 answered – including preorder dates, opening deals, and carrier discounts

By Alex Whitelock published 12 February 26

Thinking about upgrading to a Galaxy S26 series device? Here's everything we know so far – and some of my expert predictions, too.

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Best unlimited plan deal right now? You can get a line for $20/mo when you bring your phone to Total Wireless

By Alex Whitelock published 11 February 26

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This new customer promotion at Total Wireless gets you an unlimited data plan for just $20/mo - that's half price.

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Please, don't fall for these terrible gaming laptops — use these three golden rules before you buy anything

By Alex Whitelock published 11 February 26

It's easy to get pulled in by these tempting gaming laptops - here's what not to buy, plus some practical advice.

I've been covering gaming laptops for years — these are the 9 I'd buy this week

By Alex Whitelock published 10 February 26

I've looked through hundreds of discounted gaming laptops today — these 9 are the obvious picks if you're looking to buy.

We've tested (and recommend) all five of these Dell laptops – and here's why Presidents' Day is the best time to buy one

By Alex Whitelock published 10 February 26

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On the lookout for a new laptop this Presidents' Day? Here are five options at the official Dell Store that we can personally vouch for.

I've looked through the entire Best Buy Presidents' Day sale - these are the 8 laptop deals I'd recommend to anyone

By Alex Whitelock published 9 February 26

Need a new laptop? Best Buy's huge Presidents' Day sale is already live and it features excellent price cuts on laptops from Asus, Acer, Dell, and Apple.

AT&T is taking the fight to Verizon and T-Mobile with the strongest pair of iPhone deals I've seen at the carrier yet

By Alex Whitelock published 7 February 26

These two deals are unusually good at AT&T right now

The DJI Mini 5 Pro 'raises the bar for beginner drones' - this five-star-rated model is a fantastic buy right now, with one caveat

By Alex Whitelock published 7 February 26

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An incredible place to start your drone journey if you're aware of one thing

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The best Apple iPhone 17 deals for February 2026: free devices, cheap plans, and buying advice

By Alex Whitelock last updated 6 February 26

Looking for an iPhone 17 on the cheap? Check out this week's best deals in both the US and UK across all four devices right here on this page.

The best AT&T phone deals for February 2026: free iPhones, Google Pixel, and much more

By Alex Whitelock last updated 6 February 26

Techradar deals The latest AT&T deals can help you save hundreds on a new flagship phone this week, with some neat accessories to boot.

The best Verizon deals for February 2026: free iPhone 17 Pro Max, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and more

By Alex Whitelock last updated 5 February 26

Updated This week's best Verizon deals include superb options for both iPhones and Android flagships, plus excellent home internet packages.

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The best T-Mobile deals for February 2026: free iPhones, Google Pixel, cheap plans, and more

By Alex Whitelock last updated 5 February 26

This week's best T-Mobile deals could save you a bundle on your next phone, a plan upgrade, or even your internet.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series could launch any week now — and I think these are the most likely discounts at launch

By Alex Whitelock published 5 February 26

A new generation of Samsung Galaxy devices could be imminent - here's what to expect if you're thinking about upgrading.

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Last call, folks — today is the final day you can get an unlimited data plan for just $10/mo at this popular carrier

By Alex Whitelock published 4 February 26

Mint Mobile's incredible coupon code for discounted three-month plans ends tonight, so be quick if you're interested in seriously cheap unlimited plans.

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The best cell phone deals for February 2026

By Alex Whitelock last updated 4 February 26

Updated Don't pay more than you need to! Our roundup of the best cell phone deals will score you a shiny new device from Apple, Google, or Samsung in no time.

What RAM crisis? B&H is selling 24GB MacBook Pro M5s for the same price as discounted 16GB configurations right now

By Alex Whitelock published 4 February 26

This MacBook Pro 14 at B&H Photo is a great option, even if you're a frustrated Windows user.

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Best iPhone deals for February 2026: free devices, cheap plans, and unlocked discounts

By Alex Whitelock last updated 3 February 26

Updated We've just updated our iPhone deals page with the latest iPhone 17 series, plus excellent promotions on older devices.

Still looking for a Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold? Here's the latest restock info and some excellent value alternatives to consider

By Alex Whitelock published 3 February 26

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is officially sold out – here are the latest details on restocks, plus today's best options for alternative models.

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