About Tim Brookes
Tim is a freelance writer who lives in Melbourne, Australia. You can follow him on Twitter.
15 Questions You Have About Nintendo Switch Answered
The Nintendo Switch is here! We've got one, and have answers to the top questions about the system.
14 Ridiculous Smart Home Products You Don't Need
Many "smart" products are a waste of money, cause privacy and security issues, and make you look foolish. Maybe think twice before trying any of these products!
10 Great TurboGrafx/PC Engine Games You Never Played
The TurboGrafx-16, or PC Engine in Japan, was an underrated console that you've probably never played. Through emulation or Virtual Console, here are ten games you shouldn't miss from the bygone system.
How to Create, Merge, Split, and Mark Up PDF Documents on a Mac
Don't pay for PDF software! Convert documents, merge or split PDFs, and annotate and sign forms for free on your Mac.
5 Ways to Sync Music to Your iPhone Without iTunes
Don't wrestle with iTunes to get music onto your iPhone, use one of these alternative methods and workarounds instead.
Yakuza Is the Best Japanese Franchise You've Never Played
A new Yakuza game has finally made it to the Western gaming market! Here's why gamers should give the series a try.
DJI Phantom 4 Review
DJI's Phantom 4 was the first to introduce smart features, like obstacle avoidance and return-to-home. But it's not cheap, at just over $1000 for the basic kit.
5 Things the Nintendo Switch Needs to Succeed
The Nintendo Switch has been revealed! Here are a few ways Nintendo can make the best of its new hybrid console!
The Best Apps and Tips for Taking RAW Photos on Your iPhone
It's a feature most iPhone photographers have wanted forever, but you'll need the right app to get the job done.
How to Disable System Integrity Protection (and Why You Shouldn't)
There are more reasons to leave macOS' System Integrity Protection on than turn it off, but turning it off is easy.
Why Everyone Should Start Collecting Vinyl
Few physical mediums have seen a resurgence quite like vinyl. Even if you currently stream your music, there's probably still room in your life for a turntable and a crate of records.
How to Get the New Touch Bar on an Old MacBook for Free
Want to try out the pricey new MacBook's Touch Bar for free? There's an app (or two) for that.
iPhone Calendar Virus? How to Fix Spam Events in Apple's Calendar
Are bogus invitations showing up on your iPhone? There's a right and a wrong way to deal with Calendar spam.
How to View Mac Photos or iPhoto Slideshows On Your Apple TV
Whether you're using the Photos app or Apple's older iPhoto, it's easy to share your slideshows with friends, family or colleagues.
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.
Apple Watch Series 2 Review
It's Apple's busiest time of year. Not only have we had a brand new iPhone, iOS 10 and macOS Sierra; the Apple Watch has had an update too.
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.