Lloyd Coombes
A freelance writer from Essex, UK, Lloyd Coombes has been obsessed with technology and gaming from a young age, sneaking PlayStation magazines into school and constantly trading in phones for the new hotness. After getting his first iMac in 2009, Lloyd fell in love with macOS and started steadily moving toward Apple tech, writing about apps and games in his spare time with a small blog before starting to work as a freelance writer in 2018 to build a portfolio. In the years since, you’ll find his work at some of tech’s biggest sites, including TechRadar, Macworld, and, of course, iMore. From Mac laptops to iPhones, to blending his love of fitness with tech using an Apple Watch, Lloyd writes about anything Apple-related wherever they will let him ramble about how much he loves the iPad. He’s also the Editor in Chief at GGRecon.com, and on the rare occasion he’s not writing you’ll find him spending time with his son, or working hard at the gym (while wearing an Apple Watch, naturally). You can find him on Twitter @lloydcoombes.
Latest articles by Lloyd Coombes
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WWDC 2024: Every expected announcement and more
By Lloyd Coombes, Stephen Warwick last updated
Here's everything you need to know about WWDC 2024.
![AirPods Pro 2 on a mosaic table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pj5YJUUk347sN3YRoLRCe-320-80.jpg)
iOS 18 could add some big accessibility features to AirPods
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's WWDC could reveal accessibility features for AirPods coming in iOS 18.
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Despite OpenAI partnership, don't expect a special guest on stage at WWDC 24
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's WWDC keynote is tomorrow, but OpenAI boss Sam Altman isn't expected to appear.
![Apple Logo from Apple Store light](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wAsg7LTwmBwooiju7NaWx-320-80.jpg)
Apple could be working on robots for your home
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple is reportedly working on robots for your home to handle chores, and maybe even a humanoid one.
![iPadOS 17 Live Activities](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qzA62i6LkEK78EqNhdQbg4-320-80.jpg)
Apple could finally bring an iPad Calculator app to WWDC after 14 years
By Lloyd Coombes published
iPadOS 18 could finally introduce a first-party Calculator app for the iPad line.
![Apple Watch Series 9 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pbozQAyiDsKVom7eN87Gs8-320-80.jpg)
WatchOS 11 might add a huge upgrade, but you'll need a 2024 Apple Watch to use it
By Lloyd Coombes published
watchOS 11 could add a huge new health feature that requires all-new hardware to be able to use.
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You can save $200 on the latest M3 MacBook Air right now
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's latest MacBook Air is down to $899 at Amazon right now, just months after launch.
![Macbook Air Review 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d8uBNF4MrWTBFPbRzHBnU3-320-80.jpg)
Apple snuck a smart home feature into new Macs and iPads, and it's only just been found
By Lloyd Coombes published
Here's what your new Mac or iPad's hidden radio does, and why it could be important.
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New info on Apple's redesigned iOS 18 Control Center leaks ahead of WWDC reveal
By Lloyd Coombes published
A new way to adjust Control Center could be coming with iOS 18, a new report suggests.
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iOS 18 to reportedly add new effects to iMessage, because there wasn't enough packed in there already
By Lloyd Coombes published
New report suggests iMessage effects will move beyond what is currently on offer with iOS 18.
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RIP iPhone 5S, as Apple updates its 'Obsolete' and 'Vintage' product lists
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple shuffles the iPhone 5S out of repair servicing range, as well as changes for iPod and Mac.
![Customize Ios 14 App Icons Hero](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TZpBifodytZTB3TdQGrw7P-320-80.jpg)
Here's what could be new in iOS 18 and macOS 15 System Settings
By Lloyd Coombes published
Mark Gurman has suggested a "cleaner layout" for Settings on iOS and macOS this year.
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WWDC 2024 reportedly a software-only event, with no new Apple hardware (including the Apple TV)
By Lloyd Coombes published
Mark Gurman's latest report suggests Apple's big June showcase will be software-only.
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Google breaks silence over AI search results that told people to eat rocks, put glue on pizza
By Lloyd Coombes published
AI Overviews had an Apple Maps-like launch last week, with an array of problematic suggestions for users.
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Fans think Apple TV price drop could mean new model is imminent
By Lloyd Coombes published
Eagle-eyed Apple fans think a new model is coming after a surprise price drop for the current model.
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'Where Cards Fall' joins Apple Vision Pro games lineup for Arcade members
By Lloyd Coombes published
The Design Award winner comes to the Vision Pro.
![Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Dock](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oWNzRyJGhcuhnL8EZD7MDJ-320-80.jpg)
Satechi's new Thunderbolt 4 Dock is a dream companion for your MacBook
By Lloyd Coombes published
You'll never need another dock again with this Satechi Thunderbolt 4 option.
![Side by side of Apple's iPad Pro and Microsoft Surface Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2dswGp4bETrU52AdxQFqB3-320-80.jpg)
M4 iPad Pro vs Surface Pro 11: How does Microsoft's iPad Pro alternative stack up
By Lloyd Coombes published
Microsoft's latest Pro tablet is a beast, but can it beat the iPad Pro M4?
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Apple still looking to sign deal with Google for Gemini, despite OpenAI announcement likely coming in June - report
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple keeping options open for iOS 18 chatbot following OpenAI controversy.
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iOS 18 to bring redesigned home screen according to Apple insider
By Lloyd Coombes published
iOS 18 will reportedly allow changing the color of icons and the death of the grid.
![Siri on iOS 17 on an iPhone 14 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qdgVgzL5iqtPqdmwA3ziJY-320-80.jpg)
WWDC 2024 to reportedly showcase Project Greymatter, Apple's idea of AI for the masses
By Lloyd Coombes published
Siri, photos, search and more are getting AI improvements at WWDC 2024.
![The digital crown on an Apple Vision Pro headset.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VMtf8yHrDSiUN7rJhASUxV-320-80.jpg)
Apple Vision Pro earns prestigious UK award, even though it hasn't launched there yet
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple Vision Pro wins the Black Pencil Design Award in the UK, even though it's still US-only.
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You can get access to ChatGPT's Mac app right now with this trick
By Lloyd Coombes published
If you can't wait to check out the ChatGPT Mac app, this is the best way to jump in.