Articles by Lloyd Coombes, Freelancer & Podcaster

Lloyd Coombes is a freelance tech and fitness writer for TechRadar. He's an expert in all things Apple as well as Computer and Gaming tech, with previous works published on TopTenReviews, Space.com, and Live Science. You'll find him regularly testing the latest MacBook or iPhone, but he spends most of his time writing about video games at Dexerto.

Articles by: Lloyd Coombes

Fitbit Sense 2 on a person's wrist as they write in a notebook

5 things to know before buying a smartwatch in 2023

By Lloyd Coombes published 6 May 23

Looking to buy a smartwatch in 2023? Here are the key things to consider when picking yours.

Apple Watch Series 9 leak shows off watchOS 10 in all its glory

By Lloyd Coombes published 25 April 23

A new leak shows us a drastic overhaul for watchOS 10 and Apple Watch Series 9.

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Garmin's first Forerunner 965 update is a laundry list of bug fixes

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 April 23

Garmin Forerunner 965's first big update fixes a whole load of pre-existing issues.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate review

By Adam Vjestica, Lloyd Coombes published 28 March 23

Editor's Choice

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate adds in dual-platform support, across PC and console, as well as Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Cloud Gaming, EA Play and various perks. For the price, it's a steal.

Fortnite building tips: your guide to becoming a master builder

By Lloyd Coombes last updated 9 February 23

Guide Unleash your inner architect with these Fortnite building tips, guaranteed to help you ace your builds and seize victory.

Why the iOS Health app is more important than you realize

By Lloyd Coombes published 15 January 23

iOS’ Health app is full of tricks and data. Here’s why you should keep an eye on it.

6 cheap gym bag essentials and workout gadgets you need this year

By Lloyd Coombes published 4 January 23

Get Fit for '23 Kickstart your New Years' resolutions by ensuring you're well-equipped for success, for less.

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How to spend less time on your phone in 2023

By Lloyd Coombes published 2 January 23

Get Fit for '23 Cut the ties with your smartphone and form healthy habits in 2023 with iOS' Screen Time and Android’s Digital Wellbeing.

How to install Proton GE on Steam Deck to get unsupported games working

By Lloyd Coombes published 31 December 22

Improve game compatibility by updating the Proton compatibility layer of your Steam Deck.

These are the five-star running shoes I want to buy in 2023

By Lloyd Coombes published 28 December 22

Opinion Looking to get into running this year? Here are the running shoes I'm keeping an eye out for in 2023.

This year's Garmin running watch releases ranked

By Lloyd Coombes published 26 December 22

Listicle From the Garmin Forerunner 955 to the Instinct Crossover, here’s our favorite running watch releases this year.

How to bypass Captchas thanks to this useful feature in iOS 16

By Lloyd Coombes published 10 December 22

iOS 16 can bypass CAPTCHAs with a little-known setting change. Here’s how it works.

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Best iPhone 13 Pro Max cases of 2025: how to protect Apple's most expensive phone

By Lloyd Coombes last updated 6 December 22

Some of the finest cases for some of Apple’s big, expensive phones.

How to create and personalize your best iOS 16 Lock Screen for your iPhone

By Lloyd Coombes published 5 December 22

iOS 16 adds customizable lock screens - so we're running through how to make the most of them.

iOS 16 problems: How to solve the biggest issues on your iPhone

By Lloyd Coombes published 4 December 22

iOS 16 is available to a bunch of iPhones - so we've grouped together the biggest issues that are solvable.

How to use Live Text in iOS 16 for your iPhone

By Lloyd Coombes published 19 November 22

Here’s how to grab text from images and videos using Live Text.

Two weight loss gadgets to help you transition from walking to running

By Lloyd Coombes published 15 November 22

Ready to step up your training? Here are the best ways to give yourself an extra advantage.

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Warzone tips: 10 things to know before you play

By Lloyd Coombes last updated 14 November 22

Guide Looking for Warzone tips? You're in the right place because our handy hints will have you raking in the kills in no time as you duke it out on Caldera.

Fitbit's new wearables are now available in India

How to cancel Fitbit Premium

By Lloyd Coombes published 7 November 22

how to Fitbit Premium is a great fitness tool, but should you decide to leave the platform, it’s not obvious how to cancel.

Five features you need to try in macOS 13 Ventura

By Lloyd Coombes published 27 October 22

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

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iPadOS 16.1 has five new features you need to try out

By Lloyd Coombes published 24 October 22

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

Is the iPhone 14 waterproof?

By Lloyd Coombes last updated 6 October 22

If you’re going for a workout in the rain, here’s all you need to know about the iPhone’s water resistance.

3 Fitbit Premium features you’re probably not using, but should be

By Lloyd Coombes published 28 September 22

Fitbit Premium is one of the company’s best features, but are you using it enough?

Does the iPhone 14 come with a charger?

By Lloyd Coombes published 11 September 22

Will your iPhone 14 purchase include a charger in the box? If not, what should you do?

The iPhone 14 lineup on a table in situ in an undisclosed Apple Store

Does the iPhone 14 have USB-C?

By Lloyd Coombes published 10 September 22

The iPhone 14 has been revealed, but does it have a USB-C connector or does it stick with Lightning? And which is better?

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