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

Opera web browser with TikTok in sidebar

Opera update adds built-in TikTok support to help scratch that scrolling itch

By Daryl Baxter published 15 November 22

If you've found yourself reaching for your phone to check TikTok, Opera can let you do it within its browser instead.

Future Windows 11 update will let you stream Android audio to your PC

By Daryl Baxter published 14 November 22

Microsoft has confirmed that Phone Link will soon be able to take your Android's sounds to the PC in Windows 11.

Adobe Black Friday deals have arrived: save over 40% on Creative Cloud

By Daryl Baxter last updated 14 November 22

Black Friday 2022 Adobe has announced a big saving to its Creative Cloud plan, both for users and students until November 25.

macOS Ventura and Windows 11 shown on laptops

Windows 11 vs macOS Ventura - which is best for you?

By Daryl Baxter published 12 November 22

VS As 2022 wraps up, we've decided to go through where Windows and macOS stand, and which one is right for you.

Sick of Twitter? You need to check out these two Mastodon apps

By Daryl Baxter last updated 10 November 22

Mastodon With the surge in sign-ups to Mastodon thanks to Elon Musk's dithering with Twitter, here are two apps to try out.

Instagram finally gets better for browsers, making an iPad version pointless

By Daryl Baxter published 9 November 22

Instagram boss Adam Mosseri announced a bunch of improvements to its web version, such as a sidebar.

How to use Instagram's dark mode on iOS and Android

By Daryl Baxter last updated 9 November 22

Updated Instagram's dark mode reduces glare, saves power, and looks great as you browse the app - here's how to switch it on.

Windows 11 update with Task Manager menu

Microsoft's latest ad test just might have you running toward a Mac

By Daryl Baxter published 8 November 22

A user discovered a OneDrive ad when they went to shut down their PC, and there's others that have been found since.

I swapped Twitter for Mastodon – but it can’t replace Twitter yet

By Daryl Baxter published 7 November 22

Opinion Mastodon is great in some areas, confusing in others – and not yet a fully fledged Twitter alternative.

Want to leave Twitter? Here are three alternatives to move on from it

By Daryl Baxter last updated 7 November 22

With Elon Musk now in charge of Twitter and pushing users away from it, here are some apps that can help you move on.

WhatsApp launches Communities alongside polls, bigger groups and more

By Daryl Baxter published 4 November 22

WhatsApp wants to be your neighborhood watch with Communities, a new way to create groups with one purpose.

best free web browser games: An island town built in Townscaper

Best free web browser games: 10 browser-only titles you have to play

By Adam Vjestica last updated 3 November 22

Buying Guide Looking for the best free web browser games? You're in luck because we've collected the best free-to-play titles now available to play on any computer, anywhere.

Google launches Play Games in the US and other countries for Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter published 3 November 22

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

How to use WhatsApp in dark mode on iOS and Android

By Daryl Baxter last updated 2 November 22

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 2 November 22

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

Here we go again – Microsoft accidentally shows the next update for Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter published 1 November 22

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

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

By Daryl Baxter published 1 November 22

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

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

By Daryl Baxter published 31 October 22

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

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

By Daryl Baxter published 31 October 22

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

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

By Daryl Baxter published 29 October 22

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

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.

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

By Daryl Baxter published 26 October 22

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

How to use Stage Manager on a Mac in macOS Ventura

By Alex Blake published 25 October 22

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

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

By Daryl Baxter published 25 October 22

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 25 October 22

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

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