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

macOS Tahoe pink desktop on iMac

macOS Tahoe 26 finally brings Journal to Mac, and I might use it now

By Lloyd Coombes Published

macOS Tahoe 26 will bring the Journal app to Mac, and I couldn't be happier.

Samsung AI photography on Galaxy S25

Photo Assist is one of the best Samsung Galaxy AI features – here's why

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Sponsored

Photo Assist can level up your mobile photography game, even if you’re new to it. Here’s why you should give it a try.

Demo shots showing the Things 3 interface on different Apple devices.

After years of using Things 3, iOS 26 could move me to Reminders

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Apple’s Reminders has come on leaps and bounds in recent years, and it might finally be the time to make the jump.

A screenshot from RPG Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma on Nintendo Switch 2 is the biggest portable time sink since I was hooked on Animal Crossing

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a delightful blend of RPG and social sim that respects a player’s time and reciprocates constantly

Switch 2 and Steam Deck OLED

Why I’m ditching the Steam Deck for the Nintendo Switch 2 for my next summer vacation

By Lloyd Coombes Published

In the battle of the handhelds, the Nintendo Switch 2 wins one very important skirmish: offline mode functionality.

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The watchOS 26 update announced at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2025.

Could Apple’s new Workout Buddy get me running consistently again? Here’s why I’m so excited about it

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Workout Buddy is the most exciting running improvement Apple’s WWDC could have given me.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 10

Apple watchOS 26: Everything you need to know after WWDC

By Lloyd Coombes Last updated

WWDC 2025 has been and gone, and Apple Intelligence – not to mention the Notes app – has landed on your watch.

Apple WWDC 2025 Watch OS

Does your Apple Watch support watchOS 26? Here’s the full list of compatible Apple Watches (and which ones will miss out)

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Some Apple Watch models won't be included in the watchOS 26 rollout, which may mean it's time for an upgrade if you want the new features.

Nintendo Switch OLED Splatoon 3 Edition

Missed out on a Nintendo Switch 2? Here's why the original Switch console might still be worth a look instead

By Lloyd Coombes Published

The Switch 2 launches this week, but there’s still life in Nintendo’s fantastic first hybrid system yet.

Polar Grit X2 watches

Polar announces the Grit X2, and it's luring us away from the Garmin Instinct 3 with full-color maps

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Polar has revealed its new Polar Grit X2, a new rugged outdoor fitness tracker that's more compact and affordable than the Grit X2 pro.

Apple Watch training load

watchOS 12: 3 things I expect to see Tim Cook announce at this year's WWDC 2025

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Could we get Apple Intelligence features on our wrist? It's not as unrealistic as you may think, with watchOS 12 on the horizon.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic on a wrist

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and 8 Classic reportedly certified – but no mention of the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Samsung's next watches seem to have leaked, but it appears there won't be an Ultra 2 – at least not yet.

Google Pixel Watch

Wear OS 6: Everything we know, including new Gemini features

By Lloyd Coombes Last updated

Wear OS 6 is coming this year, and it's bringing big changes for Google wearables and beyond. Here's what you can expect from the big update.

A WearOS smartwatch and car with Android Auto with Gemini support

Finally! Gemini is coming to Wear OS 6 – including non-Google devices like Samsung Galaxy Watches

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Google's next big Wear OS 6 update will have big ramifications for other devices, with Gemini leaping to devices like Samsung's Galaxy Watches.

Fitbit Premium, one of the best fitness apps

Best fitness app 2025: Get fit with just a smartphone

By Lloyd Coombes Last updated

The best fitness apps for all your needs, whether you're a runner, cyclist or gym bunny.

Astro A50 Gen 5

I’ve spent hours playing games and listening to music with the Astro A50 Gen 5 — here’s why they’re worth the price

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Recommended

A perfect headset for anyone playing on multiple systems, without compromising on audio quality on any of them.

Zing Coach

Zing Coach is an app that reveals the true power of AI training

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Zing Coach has shot to popularity, and for good reason — here’s why it’s worth a look.

Thrustmaster Sol-R

The Thrustmaster Sol-R breaks free from Earth’s atmosphere in style, with a fantastic stick for space fans

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Recommended

This space flight stick is a great value, and packs duo functionality too.

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Apple rushed Apple Intelligence and now the company is stuck playing catch up

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Apple Intelligence might be stuck in a cycle of promising too much too soon and working to difficult deadlines.

Google Pixel 9

How to turn off Google Gemini on your Pixel phone, and return to Google Assistant

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Not enjoying your chats with Google Gemini? You can swap back to Google Assistant with ease — here's how.

Perplexity search on a laptop.

How to replace Google Search with Perplexity AI

By Lloyd Coombes Published

You can use Perplexity.ai for a different search experience, and it's remarkably easy to swap over

Apple’s new Invites app gives iCloud Plus subscribers an easier way to organize parties – and Android fans are invited too

I tried Apple's new AI-powered Invites app, but I'm not sure why anyone else would

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Apple’s invite app is a solid foundation, but is it really what we need right now?

An option to change Apple Intelligence language in iOS 18.4.

How to change Apple Intelligence settings: take control of Apple AI

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Apple Intelligence is more customizable than you may think. Here's how to make the most out of Apple's AI features.

Thrustmaster F/A-18 Super Hornet

The Thrustmaster AVA F/A-18 Super Hornet is a fantastic flight stick that took my setup to new heights

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Editor's Choice

Live out your Top Gun fantasies with this fantastic stick packed with input options.

ChatGPT search on a laptop.

I replaced Google Search with ChatGPT Search, here's how you can too

By Lloyd Coombes Published

Replace Google Search with ChatGPT search to get the most from an AI search engine.

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