Articles by Daryl Baxter, Contributor

Daryl's first writing piece was during his days at Nottingham Trent University in 2012, where his interview with original Tomb Raider composer Nathan McCree was published in the Uni magazine across all its campuses, helping Daryl to discover the career he wanted to follow. Even though he was currently studying (and eventually graduated) a degree in Computer Systems (Networks) at the time.

Daryl is a freelance writer and author of two books—The Making of Tomb Raider and 50 Years of Boss Fights. A third book, the follow up to ‘Tomb Raider’, comes out in 2026. Having worked at TechRadar previously as a software writer from 2021 to 2023, Daryl understands how software can benefit users, as well as having an interest in how accessibility features can benefit others.

With over a decade of experience, his work has been featured in Tom’s Guide, SUPERJUMP, Pocket Tactics, Radio Times, The Escapist, and more.

He also owns Springboard, a copywriting business focused on AI-free work, and publishes a fortnightly newsletter of the same name.

Articles by: Daryl Baxter

Ring and Nest Doorbell in front of a blue and orange background

Ring vs Google Nest: which smart security brand is right for your home?

By Carrie Marshall last updated 17 September 24

We look at Ring and Google Nest to compare their home security and video doorbells, but who comes out on top?

Blink vs Ring: How do Amazon’s home security cameras differ in 2026?

By Simon Hill, Carrie-Ann Skinner, Daryl Baxter last updated 17 September 24

Versus We've tested Amazon-owned Blink and Ring home security cameras to see which one wins out best for your home.

Matter is already revolutionizing your smart home – here's everything you need to know

By Daryl Baxter last updated 15 September 24

Matter has already arrived for many of your favorite smart home gadgets, with more on the way. Here's how it'll change your tech for the better.

A person previewing images on a DSLR might get a lot out of a free photo editor

Best free photo editor of 2026: Our top picks for PC, Mac and more

By Daryl Baxter last updated 11 September 24

Updated TechRadar tests the best free photo editing software that could rival paid products in more areas than you think.

Doro Hemma Doorbell review: security and safety don't get much simpler than this

By Daryl Baxter published 8 September 24

Doro has a reputation for making easy-to-use phones. Now it's applied the same mindset to a doorbell, and it has almost achieved it.

EZVIZ EP3x Pro Doorbell review: once you try this dual-lens doorbell, it's hard to use any other

By Daryl Baxter published 7 September 24

The EP3x Pro offers some great features that could teach Ring a thing or two about what a smart doorbell could be capable of in 2024.

Best portable app of 2024

By Daryl Baxter last updated 22 August 24

Updated We list the best portable apps, to make it simple and easy to run software applications directly from a USB stick or cloud storage to any device.

Best free drawing software of 2026

By Daryl Baxter last updated 12 July 24

Updated We tested out the best free drawing software - and these are the ones we recommend for creating digital art without paying for expensive licenses and subscriptions.

Best registry cleaner of 2024

By Daniel Blechynden last updated 31 May 24

We list the best registry cleaners, to make it simple and easy to improve the performance of your Windows PC.

Windows 12: What to expect, new features we want to see

By Daryl Baxter last updated 28 May 24

Updated Here's what we know about Windows 12 so far - and what we'd like to see from it.

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The best free video converters for your PC and Mac 2026

By Daryl Baxter last updated 18 January 24

Free video converters that can handle any format, whether it's MKV, WMV, AVI or anything else.

5 ways Windows Copilot needs to improve for Windows 12 in 2024

By Daryl Baxter published 1 January 24

Microsoft's AI assistant is fantastic so far — but it could be even better with these five features.

Start11 on Windows 11 in an office, displayed on a PC

What we want to see from Windows 11 in 2024

By Daryl Baxter published 31 December 23

With Windows 12 allegedly arriving by the end of the year, here are five features we want to see in Windows 11 before it arrives.

Why Windows 12 needs to steal these features from Apple’s Accessibility efforts

By Daryl Baxter published 29 December 23

After Apple rolled out Personal Voice, Assistive Access, and more, Microsoft should take note for Windows 12.

Google Chrome with Christmas theme in Windows 11

5 of the best and worst ways to Christmas-up Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter published 25 December 23

If you’re tired of Windows 11 looking blue, a change to red and green could make things feel more festive until the new year.

3 ways to mod your mechanical keyboard to give it the best Christmas glow-up

By Daryl Baxter published 24 December 23

If you want your PC to get into the Christmas spirit, modding your keyboard can be the best way to go.

Threads vs X, formerly known as Twitter: Your best route out of Musk-land?

By Daryl Baxter published 29 October 23

Versus With Threads quickly getting new features since its launch in July, how does it compare to X?

Why Microsoft should buy Stardock to bolster its personalization options for Windows 12

By Daryl Baxter published 24 October 23

Opinion As Start11 gives users many choices in how to change Windows 11's Taskbar, perhaps it's time for an acquisition.

Forget Windows 12, Windows 13 needs to set the stage for the next decade of tablets and laptops

By Daryl Baxter published 23 October 23

Opinion While Windows 11 was almost a reset of Windows, Windows 12 needs to carry this on, with 13 being the next frontier.

This is why Google Wave should return to help Bard take on Bing Search, Copilot, and other AI assistants

By Daryl Baxter published 22 October 23

With countless AI platforms that promise to help your workflow, perhaps Google needs to look at giving Wave its due.

Microsoft desperately needs a podcasts app for Windows 12

By Daryl Baxter published 17 October 23

Podcasts are a big market, so it’s long overdue for Microsoft to bring out a podcasts app for Windows 12.

Best Android games 2023 - play a top game on the go

By Jordan Forward-Lamb last updated 6 September 23

Updated If you're looking for the best Android games then check out these shooters, adventure games, arcade games and much more.

Two iPhones showing new iOS 16.4 features

iOS 16.5: new features, supported iPhones and all you need to know

By Daryl Baxter, Axel Metz last updated 20 July 23

Updated iOS 16 delivered a redesign to the lock screen, improved privacy features and big updates to Messages, like undo send.

MSN Messenger needs to return in Windows 12 to take on WhatsApp and iMessage

By Daryl Baxter published 16 July 23

Opinion With many using WhatsApp, Telegram, and more, it’s high time for one of the best messaging apps to return for Windows 12.

Group of business people and software developers working as a team in office

More AI, less clutter and copy Apple – what app makers want from Windows 12

By Daryl Baxter last updated 6 July 23

We asked three developers about what they wanted to see in Microsoft’s next major update for Windows.

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