About Tim Brookes
Tim is a freelance writer who lives in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow him on Twitter.
4 Ways Playing Pokemon GO Can Improve Your Life
You're likely one of the many people obsessed with Pokemon Go. Did you know the game can have positive effects on your life and the world around you? Here's how!
Thinking of Switching From Evernote to Apple Notes? Here's How
Apple has a free notes app, and it received a rather substantial overhaul with iOS 9 and El Capitan. But should you ditch Evernote for it? That depends.
Hiking GPS or iPhone? Using Your Smartphone to Navigate Outdoors
Your smartphone really can take on the role of a dedicated GPS, but there’s a few things you’ll need to keep in mind when doing so.
Apple Music Deleted Your Library? Tips for When Music Disappears
Apple Music deleted your library? Songs you thought were safe in iCloud gone missing? Here's what you can do to recover and safeguard your collection.
Don't Wait, Get macOS 10.12 Sierra Features in El Capitan Right Now
Want some of the new macOS Sierra features right now? You're in luck.
What's New in iOS 10? Everything Coming to Your iPhone This Fall
Here's what features you can expect to see added to your iPhone when iOS 10 finally lands.
Lytro's First Camera is Now Cheap - Should You Buy One?
When Lytro's original "light field camera" arrived on the scene in 2012, it cost $399. Four years on and you can pick one up for 75% less than the original retail price.
How to Play Classic '90s Shooters on A Modern Computer
Don't like the new Doom game? Wish you could relive the golden age of '90s first-person shooters? Here's how you can do that on your brand-new, modern computer right now!
Status Audio HD Two and CB-1 Headphones Review
Status Audio hopes to buck the trend of expensive celebrity-endorsed headphones by selling direct to consumers. Today we'll be testing two of the company's latest products, the HD Two and CB-1.
Naztech i9BT Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones Review
Noise cancelling headphones are nothing new, but do the results really justify the expense? As new tech becomes old tech, you can now get noise-cancelling cans for under $100. Meet the Naztech i9BT.
9 Tips for a Better Apple Music Experience on iOS & OS X
There's a lot Apple doesn't tell you about Apple Music. Here are some of the best tricks for making the most of your tunes.
Powerful Things, Small Packages: iPad Pro 9.7" Review
For some people, a 12.9" screen is the main draw of Apple's first iPad Pro. For others, size was the main barrier to entry.
Hands-Free iPhone With "Hey Siri": 4 Reasons to Start Using It
Here's how Apple's hands-free "Hey Siri" command can make your life easier.
iOS Mail.app Tips & Tricks for Emailing Like a Pro on Your iPhone
Despite first appearances, Mail for iOS is much more powerful than it used to be.
Use Your Regular iPad Like an iPad Pro and Get More Done
Just like regular MacBooks, regular iPads are capable of getting serious work done too.
Play PS4 Games On Your Mac or Windows PC With Remote Play
Sony has just released an update which allows you to play PlayStation 4 games on your Mac or Windows PC. Here's how you can set it up!
Take Control of iOS Notifications on Your iPhone or iPad
Your iPhone can notify you about just about anything, but left unchecked, this feature can quickly get out of control. Here's how to make notifications useful again.
iPhone SE Review
Apple's newest iPhone is the smallest produced by the company since the release of the iPhone 5s in 2013. Despite being crammed with the latest hardware, you'd struggle to tell the two apart.
The Trouble with Bad iTunes App Store Reviews & How to Avoid Them
As more mobile apps fight for recognition and downloads in a world where consumers increasingly expect something for nothing, many are playing dirty when it comes to getting noticed.