Lloyd Coombes

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

iOS 14

iOS 14 tips and tricks: how to make the most of Apple's latest iPhone software

By Lloyd Coombes, Michael Hicks last updated

Get the most out of iOS 14 with this handy selection of tips and tricks.

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Best iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro cases to protect your new phone

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Updated There are already loads of iPhone 12 cases, and Apple’s new MagSafe technology allows for new possibilities.

Best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases

Best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases: how to protect your S21, S21 Plus or S21 Ultra

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Buying Guide Whatever your Samsung Galaxy S21's size, it’s covered with these cases.

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The best iPhone 12 Pro Max cases to protect your Apple device

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Buying Guide Grab one of these iPhone 12 Pro Max cases to keep your smartphone safe.

An example of one of the best iPhone 12 mini cases

Best iPhone 12 mini cases: how to protect your smaller smartphone

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Buying Guide Grab one of these iPhone 12 mini cases to ensure your phone lasts longer.

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Best Android phone chargers: how to recharge your smartphone

By Lloyd Coombes published

Buying Guide Juice up your new smartphone with the best chargers for Android phones.

How to change your iMessage phone number

How to change your iMessage phone number

By Lloyd Coombes published

Use this tip to change the phone number or email address associated with your iMessages.

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How to use picture-in-picture on your iPhone in iOS 14

By Lloyd Coombes, Michael Hicks published

Updated Got an iPhone with a large screen? Mastering the PiP controls will help you stay productive and entertained at the same time.

iPhone widgets

iPhone widgets: how to customize your iPhone apps and home screen in iOS 14

By Lloyd Coombes published

Updated Make your iPhone your own with iOS 14's new home screen customization.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE

Best Samsung Galaxy S20 FE cases: top choice to protect a cheaper Samsung phone

By Lloyd Coombes published

Keep your Samsung Galaxy S20 FE out of harm’s way with these great case options.

Xbox Series X

Xbox Series X's HDMI 2.1 port has a small compatibility problem

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

A bug in some Panasonic HDMI 2.1 chipsets may spell trouble for connecting an Xbox Series X to a new AV receiver.

Apple Watch 6 review

How to use your Apple Watch without its Force Touch features

By Lloyd Coombes published

Feeling lost with watchOS 7 dropping Force Touch? Let's get you up to speed.

How to hide photos on your iPhone or iPad in iOS 14

How to hide photos on your iPhone or iPad in iOS 14

By Lloyd Coombes published

Looking to hide your hidden folder on your iPhone in iOS 14? This guide is designed for you.

iPhone 12 Pro Max (L) and Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (R)

iPhone 12 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: the ultimate smartphone showdown

By Lloyd Coombes published

Versus The biggest and best of Android and iOS go head-to-head as we compare every little thing about them.

Apple Event 2020

How to change your default browser and mail app in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14

By Lloyd Coombes published

Apple will finally let you change your browser and email client defaults - here's how you can do it.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

iPad Air 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S7: which top tablet is for you?

By Lloyd Coombes published

Versus Is the iPad Air 4 worth picking up over Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 or S7 Plus?

watchOS 7 tips and tricks

watchOS 7 tips and tricks: new ways to make your Apple Watch better than ever

By Lloyd Coombes published

Do you have watchOS 7 on your Apple Watch? Here are our tips and tricks to make the most of the new software.

Should you buy a Nintendo Switch on Black Friday 2020?

By Lloyd Coombes, Samuel Roberts published

Black Friday Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020 could be the best time to buy a Nintendo Switch yet.

How to turn on Dark Mode on iPhone and iPad

How to turn on dark mode on iPhone and iPad

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Updated A full guide guide for how to enable dark mode within iOS and iPadOS.

What is Apple's 1984 advert, and what does it have to do with Fortnite?

By Lloyd Coombes published

Explainer Apple's 1984 advert has been referenced by Fortnite developer Epic, and here's what you need to know.

How to hide apps on iPhone

How to hide apps on iPhone

By Lloyd Coombes published

Want a way to hide apps on your iPhone? We have a guide to explain exactly how.

What is backwards compatibility? The key PS5 and Xbox Series X feature explained

By Lloyd Coombes, Vic Hood published

Here's everything you need to know about backwards compatibility and why it's a key PS5 and Xbox Series X feature.

Fortnite Battle Royale review

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Updated We give our official verdict on the phenomenon that is Fortnite.

Dauntless

Dauntless review

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

Looking to do for PVE what Fortnite has done for PVP, Dauntless is a generous free-to-play title with the promise of more content to come.

Borderlands 3 review

Borderlands 3 review

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

We give our official TechRadar verdict on the latest addition to the Borderlands franchise.

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