Lloyd Coombes

Lloyd Coombes

Freelancer & Podcaster

Lloyd Coombes is a freelance tech and fitness writer for TechRadar. He's an expert in all things Apple as well as Computer and Gaming tech, with previous works published on TopTenReviews, Space.com, and Live Science. You'll find him regularly testing the latest MacBook or iPhone, but he spends most of his time writing about video games at Dexerto.

Articles by: Lloyd Coombes

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 after recording the Physical: 100 running test

Apple Watch users can grab rewards by taking part in Global Running Day – Here's how

By Lloyd Coombes published

Get moving with your Apple Watch to earn a special Apple Fitness award and some new stickers on June 5.

Garmin Fenix 7 Pro

Garmin's best adventure watches finally get Messaging feature, plus more fixes

By Lloyd Coombes published

This year's Camp Strava event lifts the curtain on an array of "wishlist" features coming this year.

Strava athlete intelligence

Strava is finally adding Dark Mode, AI analytics, family plans and more

By Lloyd Coombes published

This year's Camp Strava event lifts the curtain on an array of "wishlist" features coming this year.

The Google Pixel Watch 2 on a wrist

Google confirms Wear OS 5 will have better battery, new features, new running metrics & more

By Lloyd Coombes published

WearOS 5 is looking stacked for fitness enthusiasts – here are the biggest features.

Bob and Brad D6 Pro massage gun

Bob & Brad D6 Pro massage gun review: Elite-tier percussive massage support

By Lloyd Coombes published

The D6 Pro is an excellent massage gun that, once you’re used to it, can be a great way to alleviate aches and pains.

A photo of the black 40mm Samsung Galaxy Watch 5

Samsung Galaxy Watches (and the Galaxy Ring) could get an AI-powered heart health upgrade

By Lloyd Coombes published

Samsung's latest patent could be big news for anyone wanting to take a more comprehensive picture of their heart health.

Black Shark Smart Ring

This Samsung Galaxy Ring rival with almost 200 days of battery life is now on sale – but not everywhere

By Lloyd Coombes published

Black Shark's smart ring is available to purchase in China. Here's everything we know, including its chances of an international release.

Garmin Index BPM

Finally! Garmin's gadget to replace a missing smartwatch metric is available outside the US

By Lloyd Coombes published

Garmin's Index BPM smart blood pressure monitor helps you track even more of your health data.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 worn on the wrist

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro review: Good GPS tracking on the cheap

By Lloyd Coombes published

The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Pro is another great budget fitness tracker, offering connected GPS and good metrics at a reasonable price.

Two OnePlus Watch 2s on a pink background

The OnePlus Watch 2 just became a lot more adaptable

By Lloyd Coombes published

Jump between phones and keep your data thanks to the OnePlus Watch 2's latest update.

Strava app

Strava Best Efforts finally arrives for cyclists

By Lloyd Coombes published

Strava's Best Efforts functionality has arrived for cyclists as well as runners to help you level up your ride.

A Tarnished in Elden Ring fighting a Tree Sentinel

Best RPGs 2025 - top role-playing games for PC and consoles

By Cat Bussell last updated

Updated Whether you're a sci-fi fan or a fantasy buff, our list of the best RPGs will help you find your next great adventure.

Wizpr Ring

This smart ring is actually a secret microphone used to interface with AI chatbots

By Lloyd Coombes published

Wizpr Ring is a microphone disguised as a smart ring that's designed for chats with AI.

Fitbit Sense

Fitbit's new Walkmate feature is designed to help you increase your step count – no tracker required

By Lloyd Coombes published

Fitbit's new Walkmate program could help get you moving whether you own a fitness tracker or not.

Best iPhone 13 Pro cases

Best iPhone 13 Pro cases 2025: top protective covers for your smartphone

By Axel Metz last updated

Updated Apple’s iPhone 13 phones are tough, but these cases are tougher.

Casio Pro Trek stock photo on user's wrist

The new Casio Pro Trek watches might look weird – and it's because they're part-made from beans

By Lloyd Coombes published

Casio's Climber line is getting two new additions with the Pro Trek PRG-340SC-5 and PRG-340SC-2.

Image of the new Apple Watch SE 2

The Apple Watch could soon track how much you sweat

By Lloyd Coombes published

A new Apple Watch patent application suggests the company is targeting a new sweat tracking system.

Peloton Bike Plus

Peloton is abandoning Apple Watch's Gymkit in favour of its own fitness app

By Lloyd Coombes published

Peloton is ending its relationship with Gymkit, but what does that mean?

Apple Watch Ultra 2 review

It looks like the Apple Watch's next big innovation has been delayed big time, according to leaks

By Lloyd Coombes published

A new rumour has cast doubt on Apple's chances of producing an Apple Watch Ultra with a microLED display before 2027.

Garmin Connect redesign screenshots on a blue background

Your Garmin Connect app is about to change forever, according to recent rumors

By Lloyd Coombes published

Garmin's new-look Connect app sounds like it's finally ready to go public. Here's what we know.

Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite

Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite: is bigger really better?

By Rhys Wood last updated

Our Nintendo Switch vs Nintendo Switch Lite guide will help you decide which Switch is right for you.

Woman on an exercise bike

This is the best way to use an exercise bike to get fit, according to a Peloton instructor

By Lloyd Coombes published

Using an exercise bike at home or in the gym to get fit in 2024? We talk to an expert.

Woman sitting on bench in athleisure using a fitness app

Three free fitness apps for new runners in 2024

By Lloyd Coombes published

Three free fitness apps to get you moving and hit your fitness goals in 2024.

An Apple Watch Ultra on a wrist

5 ways I'll be using my Apple Watch to run my life in 2024

By Lloyd Coombes published

The Apple Watch is great for fitness tracking, but it can do so much more – here are 5 ways I'm using it to run my life in 2024.

Three Apple Watches on a blue background showing the Waterful, Pocket Casts and Streaks apps

Got a new Apple Watch? Here are the first 6 apps you should download

By Lloyd Coombes published

Get your new Apple Watch singing with these fantastic starter apps, for everything from habit tracking to 'to do' lists.

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