STAFF WRITER, E-commerce — Alex joined Space.com in June 2021 as staff writer covering space news, games, tech, toys and deals. Based in London, U.K. Graduating in June 2020, Alex studied Sports Journalism in the North East of England at Sunderland University. During his studies and since his graduation, Alex has been featured in local newspapers and online publications covering a range of sports from university rugby to Premier League soccer. In addition to a background in sports and journalism, Alex has a life-long love of Star Wars which started with watching the prequel trilogy and collecting toy lightsabers, he also grew up spending most Saturday evenings watching Doctor Who.
Latest articles by Alexander Cox

Best Lego space deals 2026: Build your way to the stars
By Kim Snaith last updated
Deals Looking for out-of-this-world savings? Our space-faring experts have rounded up the best deals on Lego rovers, space bases and more.

Best FPV Drones 2026: Get a stunning bird's eye view of the world
By James Abbott last updated
Experience the most unique flights possible with the best FPV drones where you can flip, roll and dive the drone. Here are our favorites.

Best solar viewing gear 2026: Observe partial and total eclipses in safety
By Kimberley Lane last updated
The best solar viewing gear available for the next solar eclipse. Spy the best solar glasses, filters, telescopes and binoculars.

Best flashlights 2026: Enhance your stargazing with these powerful, portable light sources
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide Whether you're night-trekking or skywatching, the best flashlights are just what you need to illuminate your equipment and keep your evening accident free.

Best stargazing apps 2026: Navigate the night sky with these AR apps and virtual star maps
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.

Best model rocket deals 2026: Blast off with savings on hobby rockets
By Alexander Cox last updated
Looking to take off with a new hobby? We have rounded up the best deals on model rockets and accessories, to keep you flying high in 2026.

Best Lego deals 2026: The deepest discounts on Star Wars, Marvel, DC and space Lego sets
By Kim Snaith last updated
Whether you're buying for yourself or shopping for gifts, you can never have too much Lego. We've rounded up the best deals from Star Wars to Marvel and DC and beyond.

The best Lego Star Wars deals: Galactically good offers on ships, helmets and more
By Kim Snaith last updated
Deals Looking for the best Lego Star Wars deals you are? Find them here you will.

The best drone deals 2026: Save big and fly high
By Alexander Cox last updated
We've rounded up the best drone deals from a range of reputable retailers as top names are currently discounted.

Best beginner drones 2026: Take to the skies for the first time
By James Abbott last updated
Our picks of the best beginner drones are all easy to use but still offer excellent flying experiences with a good range of features, from brands including DJI and Potensic.

Best Lego Marvel sets 2026
By Kim Snaith last updated
Marvel fan? Here are the best Lego Marvel sets you can buy in 2025, from the huge Avengers Tower to a kid-friendly Spidey playset.

The best streaming deals 2026: watch great Sci-Fi content for less
By Alexander Cox last updated
DEALS We've rounded up the best streaming deals all in one place, so you can save big and stay glued to the couch.

Best Lego Star Wars sets 2026: Top models in a galaxy not so far, far away
By Kim Snaith last updated
We used the force to track down the best Lego Star Wars sets this side of Tatooine.

Best Lego Star Wars helmets 2026
By Kim Snaith last updated
The best Lego Star Wars helmets from a galaxy far, far away.

Best star projectors for kids: Night-lights and ambient toys to soothe young space fans
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night-sky experience from the comfort of your couch. The prices are often reduced, so keep your eyes open.

With Starfleet Academy beaming up to small screens and season four of Strange New Worlds later in the year, 2026 is a big year for Star Trek and you can save 37% on an annual subscription to Paramount Plus
By Alexander Cox published
Deals 2026 sees Starfleet Academy and a new season of Strange New Worlds enter the Star Trek universe, so now is the time to save big on Paramount Plus and a VPN.

Best Star Trek gifts 2026: Beam up these Trekkie gift ideas
By Alexander Cox last updated
Star Trek Go boldly where you haven't gone before with our Star Trek gift guide, offering the best swag on the market to impress the Trekkie in your life.

Best star projectors under $100: Top value in 2026
By Chris McMullen last updated
The best star projectors under $100 are rarely beaten on quality and never beaten on price: These are the best options on the market.

Best Lego space sets 2026: NASA sets, spaceships and more
By Kim Snaith last updated
With Prime Day coming up in July, now’s a good time to think about picking up one of the best Lego space sets. We’ve rounded up NASA rockets and playsets here.

The best drone on the market is still at its lowest-ever price, but you'll have to hurry as stock is starting to run low
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is a powerful drone featuring three cameras that can capture images in 100MP resolution and video in 6K and it's still at its lowest price.

Best camera drones 2026: Take your aerial photos and videos to the next level
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.

Best Drones 2026: Take your pick of the very best
By James Abbott last updated
These are the best drones on the market, with camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots.

Why do I need a VPN?
By Alexander Cox published
A VPN, or virtual private network, is great for online safety and accessing content while travelling. It's worth getting, but why? Scroll down to find out.

Playmobil versus Lego: Which is the best USS Enterprise set?
By Alexander Cox published
Lego has recently released their first-ever Star Trek set, the 3600-piece U.S.S Enterprise, but is it better than Playmobil's model?

The best streaming device out there: Which one comes out on top — Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku Ultra, Apple TV and Google TV Streamer?
By Alexander Cox published
Which is the best streaming device out there? We've pitted four of the best models on the market against each other to determine the top option.
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