About Tim Brookes
Tim is a freelance writer who lives in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow him on Twitter.
Latest Articles
How to Delete Any & All History on Your iPhone
Whether you want to selectively delete a few records or indiscriminately nuke the whole lot, this is how you do it.
iPhone 7 Plus Review
This year's iPhone 7 models break with convention. For the first time ever Apple has opted for the same general design three years in a row, while introducing some divisive, but long-overdue features.
The Scariest Must-Play Horror Games for Halloween
In the spirit of Halloween and all things scary, here's our pick of the scariest and most atmospheric horror games of the last few years.
10 iPhone Camera Tips for Better Professional-Looking Photos
Apple is so proud of their cameras they proudly display "Shot on iPhone" images in their retail stores, but there's more to taking great smartphone pictures than first meets the eye.
How to Fix Poor iOS 10 Battery Life
Battery life not quite what it was before you updated? Here's what's going on and how to improve it.
How to Safely Sell Your MacBook or iMac for the Best Price
Don't risk your privacy and personal data by selling your Mac without erasing it first!
macOS Sierra Installation Issues? Fix Common Mac Upgrade Problems
How do you spot a frozen installation? What if your Mac runs out of space mid-install? And how do you fix the problem when you can't access your computer normally any more?
Why Mirrorless Cameras Are Great for Street, Candid, and Shy Photographers
Mirrorless cameras suit certain styles of photography more than others -- particularly when it comes to candid shots, street photography, and conquering that self-conscious feeling you get with a digital SLR strapped to your face.
5 Reasons to Install macOS Sierra Right Now & How to Upgrade
After a few months of public beta, the latest version of Apple's desktop operating system is ready for prime time.
7 Technologies Apple Shunned to Make the World a Better Place
The iPhone 7 is here and it's missing a headphone port. The internet is up in arms about the news, but it's hardly the first time the company has pulled such a stunt.
Is Apple's macOS Rebrand More Than Just a Name Change?
Dropping the OS X moniker, something Apple has been using for 15 years, feels like a big deal. But is it just the name that's changing?
PlayStation 4 Gets HDR Support & More in Firmware 4.0
Sony has rolled out their latest update for the PlayStation 4. Here's everything you need to know!
How to Use All the New Messages Features in iOS 10
With the arrival of iOS 10, Apple's Messages app received its single biggest update since its introduction.
iOS 10 Is Here! Why You Should Upgrade Right Now
Apple's tenth revision of its mobile operating system is here. This is how to upgrade right now for free.
How to Sell Your Old iPhone for the Best Price
Don't fancy an expensive contract to get your hands on a new iPhone? Then why not sell your old model to sweeten the deal?
Why You Might Want to Skip the iPhone 7 & Wait for the iPhone 8
2017 marks ten years of iPhones, and rumor has it that Apple has something very special planned.
Everything You Need to Know About the iPhone 7 & iPhone 7 Plus
No headphone port, water and dust resistance, and Apple's best camera yet -- this is the iPhone 7.
Mirrorless to Impress: Sony A6300 16-50mm Kit Review
Following on from the massively popular A6000, comes the A6300, a small interchangeable mirrorless camera with an APS-C sensor, 4K video capabilities, and more features than most enthusiasts will ever need.
9 Quick Ways to Share Files & Folders from a Mac
Sick of dragging files into email messages whenever you want to share something? There might be a better way.
What is No Man’s Sky? Tips for New Galactic Explorers
So No Man's Sky is here and you finally want to play it? Don't go in unprepared! Here's what's in store, as well as a few tips for starting out!