Articles by Alex Whitelock, Retail Editor

Alex is TechRadar's retail editor, specializing in deals, buying advice, and general tips on how to save our readers as much cash as possible. He's covered events like Black Friday and Amazon 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

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i gaming laptop on blue background with big savings text overlay

You can get this Lenovo RTX 5070 gaming laptop for almost half price using an easy-to-miss coupon code

By Alex Whitelock published 19 July 25

This Lenovo RTX 5070 gaming laptop was already an excellent value with $600 off - but this code lets you save even more.

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Mint Mobile vs Ultra Mobile: which multi-month prepaid carrier is the best?

By Alex Whitelock last updated 17 July 25

Updated 2023 We're breaking down sister carriers Mint Mobile and Ultra Mobile in a head-to-head, which'll come out on top?

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It's time to switch to Mint Mobile: this deal gets you a year of unlimited data for just $15/mo

By Alex Whitelock published 17 July 25

Mint Mobile's latest deal gives new customers the perfect opportunity to switch - get a full year of data for just $180 upfront.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Google Buds Series A on purple background with big savings text overlay

Easy-to-miss deal at T-Mobile gets you a free Pixel 9 Pro XL and a pair of Pixel Buds

By Alex Whitelock published 16 July 25

Score yourself a free Google Pixel phone and pair of earbuds with this total sleeper deal from T-Mobile.

The Philips OneBlade 360 might be the perfect budget razor, if you can get over this one annoying design flaw

By Alex Whitelock published 16 July 25

Recommended

It's affordable, versatile and lightweight – just remember to pack the separate cable in your weekend bag.

Apple MacBook Air 13 M2 2022 on pink background with don't miss text overlay

The MacBook Air M2 is the perfect laptop for college or school – especially when it's just $699

By Alex Whitelock published 16 July 25

At $699, the 2022 MacBook Air is a steal - even if it is a slightly older model now.

Apple iMac, MacBook Air, iPad Air, and AirPods Pro 2 arranged on blue background with big savings text overlay

Apple launches big back-to-school sale: get up to $100/£100 off a MacBook, iPad, or iMac - plus free accessories

By Alex Whitelock published 15 July 25

Headed off to college? Now's your chance to get the best Apple discounts of the entire year on MacBooks, iPads, and iMacs.

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The 8 best laptop deals in the Dell Black Friday in July sale: XPS, Alienware, and Inspiron from just $249

By Alex Whitelock published 15 July 25

This week's Black Friday in July sale at Dell offers up to $500 off a wide range of laptops for school, work, or gaming.

Motorola Razr 2024 on purple background with don't miss text overlay

No trade needed - one of last year's best foldable smartphones is free with a plan at Total Wireless today

By Alex Whitelock published 14 July 25

The Motorola Razr 2024 is still worth checking out - especially if you can get it for free with a cheap plan right now.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 on green background with big savings text overlay

You can get up to $1,200 off the new Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 this weekend - enough to get a device for free

By Alex Whitelock published 13 July 25

On the fence about a Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Flip 7? Here are the best preorder deals to check out this weekend.

Missed Amazon Prime Day? Best Buy's huge July sale is still running – I've picked 40+ deals not to miss on laptops, TVs, headphones and more

By Alex Whitelock published 12 July 25

One of the biggest sales of the entire year is live at Best Buy - check out our expert picks of the 40 best deals.

Dell 15 laptop on blue background with big savings text overlay

While Prime Day was causing a fuss, the best laptop deal was quietly at Dell the entire time

By Alex Whitelock published 12 July 25

This super-cheap Dell laptop is my personal pick if you're on a budget and want a cheap (but good) machine.

Up-close MagSafe and ports on 13-inch MacBook Air M4 in Sky Blue

Missed your chance to buy a MacBook this Prime Day? Fear not, the best deals weren't even at Amazon

By Alex Whitelock published 12 July 25

Both Walmart and Best Buy have record-beating MacBook deals to check out until Sunday.

Apple iPhone 14 on pink background with don't miss text overlay

Need a cheap iPhone? You can get an iPhone 14 for just $70 at Best Buy - here's how

By Alex Whitelock published 11 July 25

Best Buy's offering the still-good iPhone 14 for a record-low price unlocked today.

Asus TUF gaming A16 gaming laptop on grey background with big savings text overlay

This RTX 5070 gaming laptop is going for just $1,349 today - you won't find anything cheaper right now

By Alex Whitelock published 11 July 25

Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale has a few hidden gems like this super-cheap RTX 5070 gaming laptop.

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Today's best anti-Prime Day sales from Best Buy, Walmart, Samsung, and other retailers - 90+ deals you won't find at Amazon

By Alex Whitelock last updated 10 July 25

Think Prime Day is only about Amazon? Think again - Walmart, Best Buy, and several others have huge sales that you can shop today. Here are the best deals from Amazon's rivals.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 on magenta pink background with don't miss text overlay

T-Mobile's opening Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 deal gets you $1,100 off - here's how

By Alex Whitelock published 9 July 25

Either trade-in or switch - big discounts are available at the carrier

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 on blue background with lowest price text overlay

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 preorders are live: here's where to get the best deals and save up to $1,200

By Alex Whitelock published 9 July 25

Don't pay full readers - here are the biggest possible savings on the new Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip 7 FE.

Move over Amazon - Best Buy's huge Black Friday in July sale is live: here are the 40 best deals picked by a shopping expert

By Alex Whitelock last updated 8 July 25

One of the biggest sales of the entire year is live at Best Buy - yep, one whole day ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Dell 15 laptop on red background with don't miss text overlay

Forget Amazon Prime Day - Dell's Black Friday in July sale is better for laptop deals - here are the 7 I'd buy

By Alex Whitelock published 6 July 25

Dell's big Black Friday in July sale is live - don't skip it this Prime Day if you're on the hunt for a decent laptop deal.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Both the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Galaxy S25 Ultra are free with a new line at Verizon right now – no trade needed, either

By Alex Whitelock published 5 July 25

Verizon's current crop of deals on the latest iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices are the best we've seen all year.

Amazon Prime Day camera deals 2025: when the sale starts and what to expect

By Alex Whitelock last updated 2 July 25

Some of the best Canon, Nikon, and Sony cameras are on sale over Prime Day - get a record-low price deal now.

I'm a camera deals expert and it's tough out there with tariff-related price hikes – but here are the 12 best in the 4th of July sales

By Alex Whitelock published 2 July 25

Don't get ripped off buying a new camera this 4th of July – here are the real deals at Adorama and B&H Photo.

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Amazon Prime Day headphone deals 2025: when they start and what to expect

By Alex Whitelock last updated 1 July 25

Get ready for this year's upcoming Amazon Prime Day headphone deals with our handy guide.

HP Omen Max gaming laptop on mauve background with lowest price text overlay

Not a typo – you can get an RTX 5080 gaming laptop for $1,480 with these two steps

By Alex Whitelock published 30 June 25

Another incredible deal in the HP 4th of July sale – don't miss this one before it sells out!

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