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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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.
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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.
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Apple celebrates May 4th with fun new Star Wars ad for 'Find Your Friends'
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple is embracing "Star Wars Day" with a neat new ad to help you find your friends.
![Using an Apple Pencil 2 to edit a photo on an iPad Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FZqS4bsp4CwjFDxmAfwBbd-320-80.jpg)
New Apple Pencil report makes it sound like the PS5 controller - no, really
By Lloyd Coombes published
The new Apple Pencil could add new haptic feedback to mimic writing surfaces.
![iPad Pro 12.9-inch in iMore freelancer's office](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hC67Z5uAEUGDRAyEcpyi8a-320-80.jpg)
Apple could be springing a big surprise with M4 chip debut on iPad Pro
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's next iPad Pro tablet could skip the M3 entirely and launch with M4 chip.
![Mimestream app screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kGnq6mb7644qjMHCodDJRT-320-80.jpg)
Mimestream, my favorite Mac email app, is getting an iOS version
By Lloyd Coombes published
Mimestream's founder confirms it's building an iOS version of the Gmail client.
![Apple Let Loose event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RRANTZL22dNfg4WogvrkYG-320-80.jpg)
Apple reportedly planning an in-person event for iPad reveal next week
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's iPad reveal could "be accompanied by an event in London", according to a new report.
![Apple Logo behind a waterfall](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CrJmM94ZWteWjsKh9F57mh-320-80.jpg)
Locked out of your Apple ID? You're not the only one as Apple faces widespread reports of forced password resets
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple users are seeing a wave of forced Apple ID lockouts, but the company is yet to comment.
![iPhone Siri OpenAI](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n5j2jd3jVy3kPBquYwKUs6-320-80.png)
Apple reportedly in talks with OpenAI for iOS 18 chatbot
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple is talking with OpenAI about an iOS 18 chatbot, while discussions have also taken place with Google.
![The 2024 MacBook Air M3 on a wooden table in front of a bookshelf.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/THCJQmsJVtRFQ5dbKLMJg9-320-80.jpg)
Apple's entire M4 Mac lineup just leaked — here's where Apple is taking computing next
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's new chip could make its debut this year, according to Mark Gurman.
![Emulators running on mobile](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jekyPtcjMnFqkeNWhCKCb9-320-80.jpg)
You can now play Game Boy games on your iPhone after Apple's App Store changes
By Lloyd Coombes published
Game emulators are arriving on the App Store, and you can play right now.
![The 2024 MacBook Air M3 on a wooden table in front of a bookshelf.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GsdcNa8AjP7vz79B38iFS9-320-80.jpg)
Apple doubles down on 8GB Macs despite calls to increase the base spec ahead of M4 devices
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple sticks to its guns following calls to increase the Mac's base spec with 16GB of RAM.
![iPhone 13 mini in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q4g3sD7qihQg9SsAc9BKaS-320-80.jpg)
Apple's iOS 17.4 browser choice is under fire, despite increased adoption of third-party alternatives
By Lloyd Coombes published
Browser companies want Apple to do more to help users make informed choices.
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Spotify extends AI lead over Apple Music with AI playlists feature
By Lloyd Coombes published
Spotify is rolling out a new chatbot-based AI playlists option in the UK and Australia.
![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)
The long-awaited iPad launch may have a date, but it's not all good news
By Lloyd Coombes published
If you've been waiting to buy an iPad, you should probably hold out for a few more weeks.
![iPad Mini 6 with Apple Pencil](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MQyRMj2q9BYHpGctCky8gM-320-80.jpeg)
Apple hasn't forgotten about the iPad Mini after all as insider reports that a new model is in development
By Lloyd Coombes published
iPad Mini buyers rejoice, there's a new model coming - but you'll have to wait for it.
![Apple Watch Series 4 sizes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PV4YEp2JxXsLB52k6MdFzX-320-80.jpg)
Apple Watch mastermind could take iPhone’s AI to the next level
By Lloyd Coombes published
Kevin Lynch will now work on Apple's AI efforts to bring "order" to the project.
![Emulators running on mobile](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jekyPtcjMnFqkeNWhCKCb9-320-80.jpg)
Apple just opened up the App Store to game emulators, but there's a catch
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple restrictions change to allow for classic games to be emulated.
![Ted Lasso Spinoff](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3PGEjcnU8M5TohvbH6a8Sa-320-80.jpg)
Apple TV Plus is growing, but it's still not as popular as its rivals
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's TV Plus library is great, and it's helping grow the platform.
![iPhone 15 Pro Max with Shazam Action Button](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4cscVr4NnfatPunuL27zJ-320-80.jpg)
Apple can update your new iPhone before you even buy it
By Lloyd Coombes published
Apple's Presto system gives your iPhone an upgrade, and is being tested in stores now.
![Tim Cook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/67utyUBfg3829QGoJNbM6W-320-80.jpg)
Apple CEO Tim Cook sells almost 200k of his shares
By Lloyd Coombes published
Tim Cook sells over $33 million in shares following performance-based stock bonus.
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