Daryl Baxter

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

Freeform on macOS 13.1 and iPadOS 16.2

Apple's new Freeform app is one of its best software releases in years

By Daryl Baxter published

Hands-on With Freeform available with iOS 16.2, macOS 13.1, and iPadOS 16.2, I went hands-on with it to see how well it works.

iPhone 14 Pro with an arrow, pointing to Google Pixel 7 Pro

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

By Carrie Marshall published

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

Captcha on iOS

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

By Lloyd Coombes published

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

iPhone 12

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

By Michael Hicks published

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

Student holding a cup of coffee and using a YouTube download app to watch a video at her desk

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

By Carrie Marshall last updated

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

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

By Stephen Lambrechts last updated

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

App store logo on iPhone screen

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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

iOS 16

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

By Lloyd Coombes published

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

Accessibility on iOS

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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

App Store Awards 2022

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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

Grammarly Cyber Monday

Grammarly is half price for Cyber Monday – and that's not a typo

By Daryl Baxter published

Cyber Monday 2022 Grammarly is a fantastic tool for improving your writing, and it's 50% off for Cyber Monday.

Cyber Monday XM5 LG C2 Eufy Camera

I emptied my wallet on a 4K TV, Sony XM5 headphones and a dog camera on Cyber Monday

By Daryl Baxter published

Cyber Monday 2022 I've been waiting for these three products to drop in price, and I'm glad held out.

Cream Fitbit Sense and blue Apple Watch 7

Apple Watch vs Fitbit: which watch is better?

By Daryl Baxter, Cat Ellis last updated

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

iOS apps Cyber Monday

These iOS and macOS apps are massively discounted for Cyber Monday 2022

By Daryl Baxter last updated

Cyber Monday 2022 Save a bunch on these apps for your iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.

Apple's Mail app in macOS Ventura, showing the inbox and a selected email message.

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

By Alex Blake published

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.

Dell Black Friday roundup of Alienware and XPS laptops, and Alienware Desktop

Dell's Black Friday laptop and gaming PC deals are fantastic, and they're going fast

By Daryl Baxter published

Black Friday 2022 From the XPS 13 to the Alienware R14, you can save up to $600 and still run Warzone in 1440p with ease.

PSP Grid Studio Black Friday

I'm using Black Friday to cover my office in Grid Studio's artwork - and it's glorious

By Daryl Baxter published

Black Friday 2022 Grid Studio has some great deals on its PSP and iPhone frames, which means my empty office space is getting filled.

Black Friday Final Fantasy 7 Star Wars Fallen Order

Help! I bought too many games thanks to the Steam and GOG Black Friday sale

By Daryl Baxter published

Black Friday 2022 From Fallout to Soul Reaver, I've already spent far too much on the Steam and GOG Black Friday sales, but I don't regret it.

Dell XPS 13 Black Friday

Black Friday laptop bargain: save 25% on the brilliant Dell XPS 13

By Daryl Baxter last updated

TechRadar Deals We've been full of praise for the Dell XPS 13 – and this Black Friday, you can snag some great savings on Dell's best laptop.

Alienware m15 R7 Black Friday

Alienware gaming laptops get 33% slashed off price in Dell Black Friday deals

By Daryl Baxter published

TechRadar Deals If we were shopping for a gaming laptop for Black Friday, Alienware's M15 would be it.

hispanic teen girl checking social media holding smartphone at home.

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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.

WWDC 2021 screenshot

How to use Live Text in iOS 16 for your iPhone

By Lloyd Coombes published

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

Windows 11 Controller bar in 2022 update

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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

Arzopa Portable Monitor

Get this superb portable monitor for a new-low price ahead of Black Friday

By Daryl Baxter published

Black Friday 2022 Portable monitors are becoming incredibly useful as another way of displaying your content through your PC or Mac.

Opera web browser with TikTok in sidebar

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

By Daryl Baxter published

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

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