Articles by: Graham Barlow

10 essential free Windows 10 apps

By Graham Barlow last updated 12 April 21

Updated Whatever you want to do, get the software to do it, and pay absolutely nothing for it.

Getting started with your new Windows 10 laptop

By Graham Barlow last updated 25 August 20

Kickstart your Windows 10 experience by following these easy early steps.

How to use the Mail app in Windows 10

By Graham Barlow, Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson published 1 April 20

Updated Whether you have a single email account or you’re juggling multiple accounts, Windows 10’s Mail app can help you to keep on top of your messages.

10 essential free Mac apps

By Graham Barlow, Craig Grannell, Kenny Hemphill published 25 November 19

From powerful image editing software to easy-to-use utilities, there's something for everyone in our no-cost software collection

How to edit photos online with Photopea

By Ian Evenden, Graham Barlow published 12 February 19

You don’t need to download anything – this powerful image editor runs in your web browser.

iPod Touch (5th Generation) review

By Graham Barlow published 28 September 18

Updated The new iPod touch 5th Generation lands with an excellent 16:9 screen, great looks and slick performance

Measure anything with augmented reality and your iPhone

By Graham Barlow published 29 November 17

MacLife Magazine ARKit is a new framework in iOS 11 that lays the groundwork for developers to include augmented reality (AR) features in their apps.

How to store and share images with Google Photos

By Graham Barlow published 9 August 16

Make use of Google's free cloud storage to upload and share your photos with friends and family.

How to use Mac OS X El Capitan's Split view

By Graham Barlow published 18 March 16

Discover El Capitan's way to boost your productivity when using two apps.

How to do more with a Google Account

By Graham Barlow published 4 December 15

Google gives you access to invaluable products and services – tap in your password to connect to your account and you're ready to go!

How to customise your Windows 10 Start Menu

By Graham Barlow published 23 November 15

The Start menu is easy to customise in Windows 10, allowing you to put exactly what you need for work and play right at your fingertips.

How to use TweetDeck

By Graham Barlow published 6 November 15

Get to grips with Twitter's tool for power users with these tips and tricks.

10 ways to optimise your copy of Windows 10

By Graham Barlow published 21 September 15

With so many new features it's important not to miss what's on offer.

How to backup your PC before upgrading to Windows 10

By Graham Barlow published 16 September 15

Before installing Windows 10 onto a new machine you need to perform a backup that is easy to reinstall.

How to make sure you install Windows 10 perfectly on your PC

By Graham Barlow published 15 September 15

If you're well prepared, putting Windows 10 onto your PC is a piece of cake – even if you have very specific requirements

Windows 10 will be the last time you ever upgrade

By Graham Barlow published 14 September 15

The nature of Windows-as-a-service may mean that Windows 10 is the last ever full-fledged version of Windows you'll own.

How to set up your Windows 10 user account

By Graham Barlow published 9 September 15

Getting to grips with Windows 10 can't get underway until you have a user account.

Windows 10 and its quest for universal greatness

By Graham Barlow published 3 September 15

Windows 10 is a multi-faceted beast that doesn't just count the PC as a platform and has many more places to call home.

What is it really like to use Windows 10?

By Graham Barlow published 2 September 15

Take a detailed look at what Windows 10 is really about.

Apple TV (2013) review

By Graham Barlow published 27 August 15

While we wait for the seemingly inevitable Apple TV update, here's our review of the current model.

How Cortana will change the way you use Windows 10

By Graham Barlow published 1 August 15

Microsoft's digital assistant has made its way to the desktop, where its impact will most certainly be felt.

Ditch the marketing speak, Microsoft, and talk to us like humans

By Graham Barlow published 5 December 14

Opinion Windows 10 is an OS that makes sense after the mess of 8, so why can't Microsoft just tell us how it works?

Klipsch Image One (II) review

By Graham Barlow published 16 April 13

This is the second edition of Klipsch's Image ONE headphones. The II's keep the same audio specs and performance of the originals, but change the design aesthetic.

iOS 6 Maps: what went wrong?

By Graham Barlow, Dan Grabham published 11 December 12

Analysis The debacle over Apple Maps continues today, with users still complaining. How did Apple let it get this bad?

iPod nano 7th Generation review

By Graham Barlow published 25 October 12

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Another complete reinvention of the iPod nano sees a bigger touchscreen with 16:9 aspect ratio for watching video.