Daryl Baxter

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

Google Play Games beta app on PC
Google launches Play Games in the US and other countries for Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter Published

With Google launching its Play Games app in more countries, there's no need to look for Android games in Microsoft's Store.

WhatsApp dark mode
How to use WhatsApp in dark mode on iOS and Android

By Daryl Baxter Last updated

Updated WhatsApp dark mode looks great and can help reduce eye strain at night. Here's how to enable it on any device.

Search bar in Task Manager in Windows 11
Rejoice! Task Manager is finally getting a search bar in a future Windows 11 update

By Daryl Baxter Published

Microsoft is testing a search bar in Task Manager, saving you having to find a non-responding app in a long list.

File Explorer tabs in Windows 11
Here we go again – Microsoft accidentally shows the next update for Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter Published

With the 'Moments 1' update being released in October, the sequel has mistakenly been shown in a video.

Instagram
Instagram went down and suspended many accounts - here's what we found

By Daryl Baxter Published

Live Instagram was experiencing an issue where it was locking down many accounts - catch up on what happened.

Opera GX Veggie theme on iOS
How to switch on a Halloween theme in Opera GX with this hidden easter egg

By Daryl Baxter Published

Thanks to a new update, you can change your Opera GX theme to a pumpkin-flavored one.

Elon Musk and Twitter
Elon Musk's latest stupid Twitter idea could kill off the platform for good

By Daryl Baxter Published

New CEO Elon Musk confirmed that the verification process is being redesigned, but to pay to get a blue tick is just wrong.

Tomb Raider on Steam Deck
Steam Deck has made me sell my PC and move on from my PS Vita - here's why

By Daryl Baxter Published

Opinion In less than a month, the Steam Deck has already changed what my Gaming PC is, and what I carry in my bag.

Stage Manager in macOS Ventura
Five features you need to try in macOS 13 Ventura

By Lloyd Coombes Published

macOS Ventura will make your Mac feel fresh once again, so here's some features to check out now that it's here.

Live Activities widget in iOS 16.1
I'm already using Live Activities as a shortcut for apps and settings in iOS 16.1

By Daryl Baxter Published

Thanks to Lock Launcher, you can create a Live Activities widget that can launch apps, settings, shortcuts and more.

Stage Manager in macOS Ventura
How to use Stage Manager on a Mac in macOS Ventura

By Alex Blake Published

Learn how to organize your Mac’s windows and control your apps more effectively with Stage Manager in macOS Ventura.

Clean Energy in iOS 16.1
Apple explains what 'Clean Charging' is for iOS 16.1 - but it's US only for now

By Daryl Baxter Published

With the release of iOS 16.1, Apple has clarified just what clean energy charging entails for US users.

Apple's Craig Federighi demonstrating Continuity Camera in macOS Ventura at WWDC 2022.
How to use Continuity Camera in macOS Ventura

By Alex Blake Published

Ditch your webcam and use your iPhone instead with Continuity Camera. This guide will show you how it’s done.

Apple iPad 2022 with Apple Pencil press image
iPadOS 16.1 has five new features you need to try out

By Lloyd Coombes Published

iPadOS 16.1 brings fresh features to make your iPad closer to a Mac than ever.

iOS 16 Lock Screen with battery percentage
iOS 16.1 has arrived – here are six features you should try out

By Daryl Baxter Published

iOS 16.1 brings a host of improvements across the board, and here are six of the best that you can try right now.

Weather in macOS Ventura
macOS Ventura hands-on - a small but important step in an Apple Silicon world

By Daryl Baxter Published

Hands-On Apple's latest update builds on what made macOS Monterey great, but it makes you wonder when macOS will stop playing catch up.

iOS 16 Health and Fitness apps
Apple, let's finally see our Fitness and Health info on our Macs and iPads too

By Daryl Baxter Published

Opinion Checking my fitness on my iPhone has been the standard, but it's baffling I can't see the same on my Mac and iPad.

An Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021) on a table, with a keyboard
iPad's software and now hardware is a mess - it needs to get back to basics

By Daryl Baxter Published

Opinion After the dilemma the Mac had for years, iPad looks to be following the same trajectory, so it's time for a reboot.

PC Manager beta in Windows 11
Microsoft is taking on CCleaner to help your PC in a future Windows 11 update

By Daryl Baxter Published

A beta of PC Manager has appeared, giving you the option to remove files and stop apps from running all in one place.

WSATools on the Microsoft Store in Windows 11
Android 13 is coming to Windows 11 - but I still can't see a reason to use it

By Daryl Baxter Published

Opinion While Android apps have been available in Windows 11 for months, the lack of curation is ruining the experience.

Sonic 3 A.I.R on Vivid
A favorite app on macOS gets updated to make my Mac's display even brighter

By Daryl Baxter Published

After using it weekly since its first launch in April, Vivid 2 arrives alongside a web browser that I've been trying out.

Google Maps widget in iOS 16
Google Maps Lock Screen widgets in iOS 16 are changing how I road trip

By Daryl Baxter Published

While I use both Apple Maps and Google Maps for certain adventures, Google's widgets have been perfect for driving.

File Explorer tabs in Windows 11
Taskbar updates and File Explorer tabs finally arrive in Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter Published

After a major update in September, refinements to Taskbar and File Explorer arrive in a smaller update this week.

iPadOS 16
iPadOS 16.1, iOS 16.1 and macOS Ventura finally arrive next week

By Daryl Baxter Published

Alongside new iPads and a new Apple TV, a bunch of software updates will be available after months of testing and feedback.

Photoshop on iPad 2022
This huge Photoshop on iPad update could finally let you edit photos without using your PC

By Daryl Baxter Published

Adobe MAX 2022 Adobe's MAX event revealed Photoshop on iPad finally lets you remove the background for images, and much more.

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