Lloyd Coombes

Lloyd is a long-time contributor to Top Ten Reviews, and an expert in all things Apple and in computer and gaming tech. You'll find him regularly testing the latest iPhone or iPad, and you can also find him writing about video games all over the internet. He also has an interest in virtual reality, which he has written about extensively.

Articles by: Lloyd Coombes

iPad Pro 2021 M1 review

By Lloyd Coombes published 12 January 22

Apple’s M1 chip supercharges the iPad Pro 2021 M1, but iPadOS needs to catch up.

iPhone 13 review

By Lloyd Coombes published 17 November 21

Apple’s iPhone 13 is full of incremental upgrades that make it the best iPhone yet, as long as you’re not a pro user.

iPhone 13 Pro Max review

By Lloyd Coombes published 27 October 21

Review The iPhone 13 Pro Max gets put through its paces to see if this is the best phone yet from Apple.

Apple M1 MacBook Pro 13-inch review

By Lloyd Coombes published 7 October 21

Review Is the Apple M1 MacBook Pro 13-inch worth your money and does it have the power you need?

iPhone 12 Mini review

By Lloyd Coombes published 5 August 21

Review Apple’s smallest phone is full of features, and ideal for anyone looking for a smaller display.

HomePod Mini vs Echo Dot vs Nest Mini: Which is the best mini smart speaker?

By Lloyd Coombes published 6 July 21

VERSUS Three tech giants, three small speakers, but which one is best: Apple HomePod Mini, Amazon Echo Dot, or Google Nest Mini?

Can you use your iPad as an eReader?

By Lloyd Coombes published 22 June 21

Feature In addition to their many other functions, iPads can make great eReaders. Here’s how.

Cheap Sony WF-1000XM3 earbuds and a free $20 Amazon gift card? Yes please

By Lloyd Coombes published 22 June 21

Deal Amazon has slashed the price of the WF-1000XM3/S, and is throwing in a $20 gift card too.

iPad Air Vs iPad Pro 2021: Which is better?

By Lloyd Coombes published 22 June 21

Versus The iPad product line of tablets has never been better - or more confusing, so here's how to choose between the iPad Air Vs iPad Pro.

MacBook Pro vs MacBook Air: which is the best Apple laptop?

By Lloyd Coombes published 22 June 21

Versus Apple’s new chips power both of its laptops, so it can be hard to tell the difference between the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air.

Instant Pot Vortex Plus - save $35 with this superb Prime Day kitchen deal

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 June 21

Deals Instant’s most versatile pot is available at a steep discount for Amazon’s Prime Day deal event, and is now $65.

Save $300 on the Apple iMac (2020) thanks to this Prime Day price drop

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 June 21

Deal Amazon has Apple’s 21.5-inch and 27-inch iMacs marked down as part of its Prime Day event.

Get an iPhone 12 for free when you trade in your old phone in this Verizon Prime Day deal

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 June 21

Deal Verizon is essentially giving away an iPhone 12 if you’ve got an eligible device to trade in this Prime Day.

Apple AirTags review

By Lloyd Coombes published 5 May 21

Review As personal trackers, Apple AirTags are unrivaled... as long as you're in iPhone user.

Apple Spring Loaded event: all the news and announcements

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 April 21

News New iMacs, new iPads, Apple TV and plenty more - this is a round-up of what happened at Apple's Spring Loaded event.

Apple unveils M1 iMac refresh alongside iPad Pro overhaul at spring event

By Lloyd Coombes published 21 April 21

News The new M1 iMac shows that Apple is continuing its push to move devices onto its own silicon.

Best free email services 2022

By Lloyd Coombes, Luke Edwards published 9 April 21

Buying Guide These are the best free email services, which will help you organize messages, send and receive emails, sign-up for newsletters, and loads more.

Apple iMac review

By Lloyd Coombes published 29 March 21

Review The Apple iMac range hasn’t been changed in a while, but is it still worth picking one up?

Apple Mac Mini review

By Lloyd Coombes published 29 March 21

Review The Apple Mac Mini kickstarts the M1 revolution, but is it the best way to get into the Mac ecosystem?

Are Airpods Max worth it?

By Lloyd Coombes published 5 February 21

Airpods Max offer maximum power, but does it comes at too great a cost.

iPhone 12 Pro review

By Lloyd Coombes published 26 October 20

Review Apple’s top-tier smartphones offer some big features with a price tag to match, but if you’re looking for the best of the best, you can’t go wrong with the iPhone Pro or Max.

Apple iPhone 12 review

By Lloyd Coombes published 26 October 20

Review The Apple iPhone 12 offers a compelling iPhone, but the Mini is likely to be hugely popular for anyone missing a smaller display.

WWDC 2020 Roundup: Big changes coming for your iPhone, iPad and Macbook

By Lloyd Coombes published 23 June 20

News Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference 2020 keynote just dropped with big updates for your iPhone, Apple Watch, Macbook and more.

iPhone SE 2020 review

By Lloyd Coombes published 13 May 20

Review The iPhone SE line has returned, now cheaper but not skimping on power – making it a very compelling option.

iPad Pro (2018 model) review

By Lloyd Coombes published 26 March 20

Review The iPad Pro 2018 is the best iPad there’s ever been, now with new life courtesy of iPadOS.