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
![iPhone 15 Review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3GuZ6dF7drb5UBsfMWgMJL-320-80.jpg)
Apple could offer huge redesign with iPhone 17, so you may want to skip this year's iPhone 16
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's going back to making things thinner, it seems, with a report suggesting a redesign to the iPhone shape in time for iPhone 17.
![iPad Pro 11-inch hands-on](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YUopQzk3BEoFQDsh3VKBFD-320-80.png)
Despite its thinness, iPad Pro M4 may be easier than ever to repair
By Lloyd Coombes published
iFixit runs the rule over the M4 iPad Pro, and it's surprisingly positive on the repairability of Apple's latest Pro tablet.
![Vision Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xgAiZ5n5LSUeGdD2oUVPZ5-320-80.jpg)
Apple leak reveals where Vision Pro will launch next, and it's good news for the UK & Canada
By Lloyd Coombes published
Vision Pro could be coming to the UK, Canada, and Singapore post-WWDC.
![Apple Vision Pro with the included cover.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cUDeQvihye5Hj4tSmyaWnP-320-80.jpg)
Report says WWDC 2024 will bring visionOS 2.0 and international Vision Pro sales
By Lloyd Coombes published
VisionOS 2.0 could be on the cards for Apple's WWDC 2024 event, as well as the potential for the headset to ship internationally.
![Apple CEO Tim Cook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5dycxnYtQNgZagzMdVbohV-320-80.jpg)
Apple insider reveals who could replace Tim Cook as CEO
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple could be planning a succession plan for its executive team in the next few years.
![TikTok logo on an iPhone display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nYHQzziRJczWUcYekEoEuj-320-80.jpg)
TikTok will auto-label AI-generated content, including images and videos made elsewhere, in social media world first
By Lloyd Coombes published
TikTok is taking steps to ensure AI-generated content is easier to spot while browsing.
![iPhone 16 Pro render](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hn6aCdsyc2zhXMWcENZRkM-320-80.jpg)
iPhone 16 Pro leak suggests it'll beat your current phone in one surprising new way
By Lloyd Coombes published
A new report says the iPhone 16 Pro's display will get considerably brighter than current models.
![OpenAI logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/y6Y6jVuqKiQbuBNJWpBxAj-320-80.jpg)
Apple reportedly finalizing OpenAI partnership to bring ChatGPT to iOS 18
By Lloyd Coombes published
Bloomberg says Apple and ChatGPT will be sitting in a tree come iOS 18.
![Stardew Valley on Steam Deck](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgWS4AV36iUKN63oJJLSWe-320-80.png)
It's now easier to pair AirPods with your Steam Deck
By Lloyd Coombes published
If you want to use your AirPods on Steam Deck, it just got a lot easier to do so.
![Tim Cook's custom Nike Air Max](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/w7hkTxZpCRtQCnqnU9MSn-320-80.jpg)
Tim Cook was wearing 'Made on iPad' Nike shoes for the 'Let Loose' event
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's CEO wore one-of-a-kind Air Max shoes for the reveal of the latest iPad event.
![Let Loose 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CumkkmNrYDJQ8NQxcgv4Xn-320-80.png)
Apple's $1,299 iPad Pro doesn't come with a charger in some countries, but you can blame the EU
By Lloyd Coombes published
Don't throw away your adapter if you upgrade to the new iPad Pro, as there's no charger in the box in some regions.
![LeBron James with a Beats Pill](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P5Ym86cRF9XVafES4DJ7LQ-320-80.jpg)
The Beats Pill's triumphant return leaked by iOS 17.5
By Lloyd Coombes published
The iconic Beats Pill is set for a comeback if iOS 17.5's code is anything to go by.
![Apple Pencil Pro and iPad Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gLEwzWMjNtQtrzYLbvzGSP-320-80.jpg)
Taking photos on an iPad is so uncool Apple removed one of the iPad Pro's cameras
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple just dropped some features from the iPad Pro M2 in the move to the M4 version.
![Apple Pencil Pro and iPad Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8en7qF85bhPqFUSUd4qXkP-320-80.jpg)
The Apple Pencil Pro won't work with your old iPad, here's why
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple has revealed the Apple Pencil Pro, but you'll need a new iPad to use it.
![Final Cut Pro on iPad and Mac](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kArQSAXvz3ZUckV3fyaQdC-320-80.jpg)
Final Cut 2 on iPad brings AI video editing to your fingertips
By Lloyd Coombes published
Final Cut gets an AI-powered sequel for iPad that takes advantage of the M4.
![Let Loose 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KfY6LxJRKKwwU2UxUbiWsK-320-80.png)
Want to use Apple's new Magic Keyboard? You'll have to buy an M4 iPad Pro
By Lloyd Coombes published
Got an older iPad and want to use the new Magic Keyboard? Bad news - it's not backwards compatible.
![Logic Pro 2 iPad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3uobXPyDfrHyfhtSCokUNa-320-80.jpg)
Logic Pro for iPad 2 brings big AI updates for musicians, and Mac users aren't forgotten either
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's 'Let Loose' event reveals big upgrades for the company's DAW on iPad and Mac.
![Let Loose 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WiNusjtPULW6bXY3o2EbC8-320-80.png)
Apple's new M4 silicon chip is here, and it's an AI powerhouse
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's new M4 Apple silicon processor is here, and it arrives in the iPad Pro.
![Apple store down](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RzRwCFahHnbLZdE5hbAyZY-320-80.jpg)
Apple store goes down ahead of 'Let Loose' iPad event
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's 'Let Loose' event is kicking off shortly, and the online store has gone down for updates in anticipation.
![iPad Pro screen with control center](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jrB8AcJjMhLFQiqaZoX5eR-320-80.jpg)
Report suggests touchscreen Macs are coming, and iPadOS 18 could add new features for keyboard users
By Lloyd Coombes published
Mark Gurman's report suggests Apple will lean into the iPad replacing a laptop in time, but that Macs will add touchscreens eventually.
![iPad Pro 12.9-inch on a desk with a wireless mouse and Apple Magic Keyboard attached](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Rig8HJdUeWi8hKbFxQsz3a-320-80.jpg)
Apple insider reveals full iPad slate for after the "Let Loose" event on Tuesday - and there's a big surprise
By Lloyd Coombes published
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman thinks iPads should be positioned as laptop replacements, and gives a look at what we can expect on Tuesday.
![fix pictures not appearing in text messages. Messages app on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GKQmbYToEpnbQo8hnbDm8C-320-80.jpg)
iOS 18 might add AI-powered Messages summary feature for your friends who text too much
By Lloyd Coombes published
One of Apple's first AI features for iOS 18 could make it easier to get through your messages.
![Apple CEO Tim Cook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5dycxnYtQNgZagzMdVbohV-320-80.jpg)
Apple boss says it has "advantages that will differentiate" its AI push
By Lloyd Coombes published
Tim Cook is bullish about the company's AI push in 2024 ahead of next week's iPad event.