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

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How to switch and transfer your files from iPhone to Android quickly and easily

By Carrie Marshall published 12 December 22

Updated Switch from iPhone to Android and keep your photos, files and music in a few simple steps.

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.

How to transfer your data from iPhone to iPhone with these easy methods

By Michael Hicks published 9 December 22

Here's everything you need to know using iCloud, Quick Start, Mac or PC backups, AirDrop, and more.

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How to use a free YouTube downloader app to watch videos offline in 2026

By Carrie Marshall last updated 8 December 22

Updated We guide you through a step-by-step process to get a YouTube downloader app for free - and it couldn't be easier.

Android Auto not working on your Samsung Galaxy S22? Here's how to fix it

By Stephen Lambrechts last updated 7 December 22

Samsung's Galaxy S22 range has been plagued with Android Auto issues since launch, but there's a way to remedy them.

Apple allows developers to set more price points in new App Store update

By Daryl Baxter published 6 December 22

Apple announced changes to its App Store pricing structure, allowing developers to set prices in a more varied way.

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.

Apple's latest accessibility video is one of its best, but it also gives me hope for VR

By Daryl Baxter published 3 December 22

Opinion To mark International Day of Disabled Persons, Apple released a video showing some accessibility features in real-world use.

Apple's App Store Awards 2022 brings surprises and VR hype for next year

By Daryl Baxter published 29 November 22

Apple has handed out awards to BeReal, Wylde Flowers, Gentler Streak and more, but these developers aren't done.

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Apple Watch vs Fitbit: which watch is better?

By Daryl Baxter, Cat Ellis last updated 28 November 22

Versus Apple Watches share a lot of features with Fitbit devices, but there are also plenty of differences.

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How to use Apple's new features in Mail with macOS Ventura

By Alex Blake published 27 November 22

Here's how you can use the new features in Apple’s Mail app in macOS Ventura to help you better manage your email inbox.

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Mastodon will lose to Hive as the 'next Twitter' if it doesn't fix 3 big problems

By Daryl Baxter published 21 November 22

Opinion I've gone from using Mastodon once a week to once every hour, but it's still not a great replacement... and Hive could take its place.

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.

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Windows 11 update will fix the taskbar but it's still not good enough

By Daryl Baxter published 17 November 22

Windows 11's taskbar is about to get better with some much sought-after features - but is it enough?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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