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

How to use Windows 11's improved Focus Assist feature in the new update

By Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson Published 18 October 22

The latest update for Windows 11 introduces a new way to focus on what you need to get done to be more productive.

Rejoice! YouTube widgets finally arrive for iOS 16 and iPadOS - and they're glorious

By Daryl Baxter Published 17 October 22

YouTube is an app I use every day on my devices, so having widgets finally cuts down the steps to get to its content.

Has Microsoft accidentally leaked what Windows 12 could look like?

By Daryl Baxter Published 14 October 22

During a demo, Microsoft showcased a user interface that was beyond what Windows 11 currently is.

Microsoft announces Designer, its AI rival app to Canva and Adobe - but why?

By Daryl Baxter Published 13 October 22

Opinion Alongside announcing updated Surface products, the company has revealed how its Designer app will work with AI.

Apple TV and Apple Music, plus Photos support for iCloud, are coming to Windows 11

By Daryl Baxter Published 12 October 22

You'll soon be able to view your iCloud photos and videos in a new Photos update, coming soon to Windows 11.

A woman playing Hollow Knight on a Steam Deck

It's even easier to install a boot-up video for your Steam Deck thanks to this app

By Daryl Baxter Published 12 October 22

A developer has created a much simpler method of installing a different video when booting up your Steam Deck.

iPadOS 16.1 could arrive sooner than you think – but what about Stage Manager?

By Daryl Baxter Published 11 October 22

It's been hinted that the latest update to iPadOS could be landing toward the end of October, but what will it feature?

Your iPhone can shine brighter than ever thanks to a new web browser

By Daryl Baxter Published 10 October 22

We tried the macOS version back in April, and now an iOS version is about to come out in web browser form.

Five lock screen widgets from iOS 16 that you should pick for your iPhone

By Daryl Baxter Published 8 October 22

With iOS 16 available, there are plenty of lock screen widgets to choose from - but which ones are the most useful?

Google Pixel Watch press image green closeup pre-launch

Wear OS 3.5 is here: features, supported watches and everything you need to know

By James Rogerson, Daryl Baxter Published 7 October 22

Wear OS 3.5 overhauls Google's smartwatch operating system with Fitbit features and more.

Steam Deck showing Recent Games with Bayonetta

SteamOS update brings fixes and better display settings to your Steam Deck

By Daryl Baxter Published 7 October 22

Valve has brought out a bunch of improvements and fixes to the Steam Deck, alongside features to the Steam Dock.

Apple, it's time to delay Stage Manager until iPadOS 17

By Daryl Baxter Published 6 October 22

Opinion After trying out the iPad's new way of multitasking over the summer, it's still at a point where it's nowhere near ready.

Steam Deck on a desk, showing the home screen

Steam Deck's free update finally lets me use the Spice Girls as a boot-up video

By Daryl Baxter Published 5 October 22

Valve has released a beta update for its Steam Deck which lets you add a boot-up video for when it switches on.

Red Dead Redemption 2 will run great on my Steam Deck soon thanks to an update

By Daryl Baxter Last updated 5 October 22

Opinion After a week of having my Steam Deck, I was worried that Rockstar's sequel was too powerful for it – but I was wrong.

Windows 11 update with Task Manager menu

Windows 11 update brings back welcome features to Task Manager and Widgets

By Daryl Baxter Published 3 October 22

Microsoft is listening to more feedback from its users, and so Task Manager and widgets will soon be easier to manage.

How to brush up on your Valyrian from House of the Dragon with these apps

By Daryl Baxter Published 1 October 22

With the Game of Thrones prequel available to watch, here's a couple of apps to help you understand the show's language.

Windows 11 File Explorer on a PC in an office

Windows 11 update gives users more control over what's using a file

By Daryl Baxter Published 30 September 22

An upcoming PowerToys update for Windows 11 lets you select a file to see what processes it's using.

Android 13 is here: new features, supported phones, all you need to know

By Daryl Baxter Last updated 30 September 22

Updated Small but useful refinements arrive to Android 13, such as a redesigned media player.

Is Microsoft forcing Spotify onto Windows 11 users?

By Daryl Baxter Published 29 September 22

Users are reporting seeing Spotify appear on their Taskbar in Windows, and no one seems to be sure why.

Google announces a new way to search, alongside a better look for translating text

By Daryl Baxter Published 28 September 22

Google has announced a big improvement for when you need to translate a menu into another language.

How to use the redesigned Task Manager in Windows 11's 2022 Update

By Sofia Wyciślik-Wilson Published 28 September 22

How to take control of running apps and processes, while also benefiting from the new power-saving Efficiency mode.

iOS 16 continues to drain my iPhone battery - but is there a fix on the way?

By Daryl Baxter Published 27 September 22

The one complaint that iOS 16 seems to have is that it's a big battery drain - but Apple has yet to release a fix.

Microsoft finally confirms the release date for Windows 10's major 2022 update

By Daryl Baxter Published 26 September 22

If you're still running Windows 10, you'll be getting an update that brings a bunch of fixes to your PC.

Apple Maps vs. Google Maps - which one is best?

By Hamish Hector, Daryl Baxter Published 25 September 22

Between Apple Maps and Google Maps which app do you think is better? We've weighed up their differences.

Wish you had the iPhone 14 Pro's new Dynamic Island? Android has an app for that

By Daryl Baxter Published 23 September 22

If you've been wanting to find out how Apple's Dynamic Island feature could work on Android, you're in luck.

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