Daryl Baxter

Daryl Baxter

Features Editor

Daryl Baxter is iMore's Features Editor, overseeing long-form and in-depth articles and op-eds. Daryl loves using his experience as both a journalist and Apple fan to tell stories about Apple's products and its community, from the apps we use everyday to the products that have been long forgotten in the Cupertino archives.


Daryl studied Computer Systems (Networks) at Nottingham Trent University, where he first flexed his editorial muscles with an interview with original Tomb Raider composer Nathan McCree, published in the university's magazine, helping Daryl to discover the career he wanted to follow.


Since then, Daryl's professional life has included working as tech support, freelance editorial, and eventually settling into full time editorial positions, building out a new tech site at Gfinity in 2018. Daryl was eventually tasked with leading the Software & Downloads section at TechRadar.


Daryl also published a now best-selling book available in shops and online, called 'The Making of Tomb Raider (opens in new tab)', which tells the story of the beginnings of Lara Croft and the series' early development. He's constantly being asked if a second book is being made. Who knows...


Now at iMore as its Features Editor, he wants to dig deep into the depths of Apple products, features and the company's rich history, looking at everything from the latest Apple silicon through to honoring what came before with the iPod Photo and the Macintosh.


In his spare time, Daryl's usually found in a coffee shop, playing many retro games, and GoldenEye multiplayer on the Switch. Alongside this, he's also constantly replaying Metal Gear Solid 3, and quoting The Simpsons to whoever may be nearby.

Latest articles by Daryl Baxter

Sonic 4 on a MacBook Pro

Using this macOS app finally allows me to play the worst Sonic game

By Daryl Baxter published

Thanks to PlayCover, I can play almost any game from iOS on Mac, but there’s a catch.

Two widgets on macOS

AirBuddy is the macOS app that Apple should have made years ago

By Daryl Baxter published

While you can pair AirPods to a Mac, Airbuddy goes several steps further.

Petey ChatGPT 4 Apple Watch

ChatGPT-4 AI arrives on your Apple Watch thanks to this app

By Daryl Baxter published

Petey gets an update that allows the latest version for ChatGPT to be used through an in-app-purchase.

Opera web browser on MacBook Pro

Opera update beats Apple's Safari browser with useful ChatGPT AI prompts

By Daryl Baxter published

Opera has added ChatGPT and ChatSonic to its web browser, so you can ask it a series of prompts as you browse the web.

8BitDo controller playing GoldenEye on iPad Pro in coffee place

Apple adds support to 8BitDo's best gaming controllers to use on iPhone, Mac and more

By Daryl Baxter published

The best controller Apple hasn't made is now compatible with your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV.

Wearing the red nose for Red Nose Day 2023

Jony Ive's first product since leaving Apple is here... and it's a red nose (for a good cause!)

By Daryl Baxter published

Red Nose Day 2023 For Red Nose Day 2023, Apple's ex-design lead has redesigned the charity event's iconic red nose... and we went nose-on with it.

Red Nose Day 2023
Petey on Apple Watch

ChatGPT AI is now an app on my Apple Watch - but GPT4 is already on the way

By Daryl Baxter published

A developer has brought ChatGPT to watchOS as an app, and he's only just begun in what you can do with it.

Apple Watch HomeKit Lights

You could soon be able to control your lights with an Apple Watch like a Jedi

By Daryl Baxter published

Thanks to a patent, you could soon use an Apple Watch to point at a light to turn it off, or wave at a fan to switch it on.

watchOS 9 with compass and party watchface

watchOS 9.4: Everything you need to know

By Daryl Baxter published

Updated When watchOS 9 was released in 2022, it brought refined workouts, a new compass, medication tracking and more.

Updated
Three Apple Watches, two watch faces and another showing multitasking

watchOS 10: Everything you need to know about the next Apple Watch update

By Daryl Baxter published

With watchOS 10 on the way, here's what we hope to see in this latest update.

iPad Rapid Security Response in iPadOS 16.4

Rapid Security Response: Everything you need to know for iPhone, iPad and Mac

By Daryl Baxter published

While this was announced back at WWDC in 2022, how does it benefit your devices?

iPhone Wisdom, Rebel Girls and Fast Track

For International Womens Day, here are three apps to check out on iPhone

By Daryl Baxter, Tammy Rogers published

Three apps are making waves in how safe places can be used within apps on iOS.

Using ChatGPT Shortcut on iPhone

I've replaced Siri with the ChatGPT AI on my iPhone thanks to this simple shortcut

By Daryl Baxter last updated

Opinion While MacGPT works great on my Mac, using the same AI on my iPhone is even easier, thanks to Shortcuts.

Opinion
Apple Watch Ultra

As Biden upholds a ruling, an Apple Watch ban is a step closer in the U.S.

By Daryl Baxter published

Opinion While the ITC's decision was upheld, it's more likely that AliveCor is angling for a deal from Apple.

Opinion
best iPhone games hero

Best free and paid iPhone games of 2023 that you can play right now

By Daryl Baxter published

There are amazing iPhone games just a download away, regardless if you're a casual or hardcore gamer on the go.

A young girl using an Apple iPad with Apple Pencil

Best drawing apps for iPad and Apple Pencil in 2023 so far

By Stephen Warwick, Daryl Baxter published

The iPad paired with the Apple Pencil makes it easy to start sketching - here are some of our favorite apps.

Apple Watch doing an ECG reading on a mans wrist.

Expect Apple Watch Series 9 to be a minor upgrade this year - here's why

By Daryl Baxter published

In the latest edition of his newsletter, Mark Gurman explains why a new Apple Watch will just be faster, and nothing more.

Apple Watch Ultra underwater

Apple launches a Depth and Water Seal test program for your Apple Watch Ultra

By Daryl Baxter last updated

U.S. users can send off their Apple Watch Ultra to double-check if the Depth and Water Seal is damaged.

Folding iPhone concept

iPhone Flip: Everything you need to know about the rumored foldable iPhone

By Daryl Baxter last updated

The next evolution of Apple's iPhone is still a while away - but how could a foldable version work in Apple's lineup?

iPhone 13 battery settings

Replacing your out-of-warranty iPhone battery is now more expensive

By Daryl Baxter published

Apple has raised the prices for iPhones, iPads and Macs that have passed the warranty period by as much as $20.

MacGPT on macOS

Windows 11 adds ChatGPT to its Taskbar in new update, but a Mac app already does this

By Daryl Baxter published

Opinion As Windows 11 'Moment 3' arrives with Bing AI in its Taskbar, a Mac app has offered the same features since December.

Opinion
iPhone 13 And Mini Dark And Light Hero

iPhone 15 mini: Will Apple ever make another small iPhone?

By Daryl Baxter published

Opinion While I'll be upgrading to a Pro Max model this year, this is why I'd still be tempted for a 15 Pro mini if one ever appeared.

Opinion
iPhone 15 held with an orange background

This rumored color for iPhone 15 Pro is the one I've been waiting for

By Daryl Baxter published

Opinion While Deep Purple on iPhone 14 Pro still looks fantastic, six months on, rumors point to a color I've been hoping to see.

Opinion
iPhone 13 Pro in green and iPhone 14 Pro in Purple

iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: Which one should you buy in 2023?

By Jaclyn Kilani, Daryl Baxter published

Is the iPhone 14 Pro really a big upgrade over the iPhone 13 Pro? Let's break it down.

iPhone 12 in clear magsafe case

If all iPhone 15 phones are getting USB-C, why would I buy the Pro?

By Daryl Baxter published

Opinion With new rumors alleging that both iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models are getting USB-C, is there a point for Pro?

Opinion
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