Articles by Darragh Murphy, Editor

Darragh Murphy is fascinated by all things bizarre, which usually leads to assorted coverage varying from washing machines designed for AirPods to the mischievous world of cyberattacks. Whether it's connecting Scar from The Lion King to two-factor authentication or turning his love for gadgets into a fabricated rap battle from 8 Mile, he believes there’s always a quirky spin to be made. With a Master’s degree in Magazine Journalism from The University of Sheffield, along with short stints at Kerrang! and Exposed Magazine, Darragh started his career writing about the tech industry at Time Out Dubai and ShortList Dubai, covering everything from the latest iPhone models and Huawei laptops to massive Esports events in the Middle East. Now, he can be found proudly diving into gaming, gadgets, and letting readers know the joys of docking stations for Laptop Mag.

Articles by: Darragh Murphy

Best password managers of 2023

By Darragh Murphy last updated 20 January 23

Password managers are not only among the safest ways to keep all your online accounts secure, but they also save you from one of the most annoying predicaments in the world: forgetting your password.

Best docking stations for Dell XPS laptops

By Darragh Murphy last updated 6 January 23

Check out the best docking stations for Dell XPS laptops whether you need an HDMI input or Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.

Google Pixel 7 Pro pre-order date confirmed — but it could take longer to ship

By Darragh Murphy published 21 September 22

Google Pixel 7 Pro pre-orders will start on October 6, with Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch pre-orders expected to land on the same date. But it could take a while before they ship, according to a new leak.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 beta impressions: Multiplayer is a thrill

By Darragh Murphy published 21 September 22

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 looks promising, but can the same be said for the new era of CoD Infinity Ward is ushering in? Here are our first impressions of the Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Beta.

Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Dock review: A bolt of connectivity

By Darragh Murphy published 21 September 22

Satechi’s 11-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Dock goes all in on speedy connections with a generous selection of essential ports in a sleek yet unassuming docking station.

Your iPhone has a special wallpaper feature — this trick makes your display pop

By Darragh Murphy published 20 September 22

Thanks to iOS 16, you can now fully personalize your iPhone Lock Screen with different fonts, widgets, and wallpapers — but it also has a special feature that makes your pictures pop.

Google Pixel Watch price looks expensive — but it's still cheaper than Apple Watch 8

By Darragh Murphy published 20 September 22

The Pixel Watch is set to arrive at Google's October event, but we may already have an idea about how much it will cost and what color options will be available.

Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro at Google I/O 2022

Google Pixel 7 leak reveals baffling lack of storage — and that’s a problem for Pixel 7 Pro

By Darragh Murphy published 16 September 22

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are tipped to come with two storage capacities: 128GB and 256GB. No 512GB capacity in sight, and that's a problem for Pixel 7 Pro buyers.

Your iPhone can be a joy to type on — turn on this simple feature

By Darragh Murphy last updated 18 January 23

With iOS 16, you can turn on haptics to feel physical feedback when typing on your iPhone. Here's how to turn on the haptic keyboard on your iPhone.

Small Pixel phone may be in the works — could a Google Pixel 7a fill the hole of iPhone 14 mini?

By Darragh Murphy published 15 September 22

Google has a 'small-screen' Pixel in the works to join its lineup of flagship phones, according to a new rumor, pointing to the first sign of a possible Pixel 7a.

How to turn off Power Reserve on Apple Watch

By Darragh Murphy published 15 September 22

Here's how to enable and disable Power Reserve mode on your Apple Watch

Make your Apple Watch battery last for days with this one simple change

By Darragh Murphy published 14 September 22

Thanks to watchOS 9, your Apple Watch can be put in Low Power Mode to conserve battery life. Here's how to turn on Low Power Mode on your Apple Watch.

Microsoft could be making a Surface Gaming Laptop — full spec leak shows its a beast

By Darragh Murphy published 14 September 22

Microsoft could have a new gaming laptop to add to its Surface laptop lineup, with a mysterious leak revealing a full spec list for the rumored Surface Gaming Laptop.

Best USB-C hubs for MacBook Pro in 2023

By Darragh Murphy last updated 6 January 23

Here are our picks of the best USB-C hubs for Apple’s MacBook Pro along with an explanation of the differences between a USB-C hub and a docking station.

Best antivirus apps in 2023

By Darragh Murphy last updated 6 January 23

From Norton to Bitdefender, here are the best antivirus apps

MacBook Pro 2022 could arrive at Apple October event — prepare for M2 Pro and M2 Max

By Darragh Murphy published 13 September 22

Apple's rumored October event is expected to reveal a new slate of 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M2 Pro chips, as a new report claims suppliers are "gearing up" shipments.

Google Pixel 7 colors teased with crisps

Google Pixel 7 colors just teased via potato chips — and they look delicious

By Darragh Murphy published 13 September 22

Google releases a campaign to show off the colors of its upcoming Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, and it's strangely teasing the next flagship colors with a range of Google Original Chips.

iPhone 14 battery replacements get a price hike — but you can get one at no additional cost

By Darragh Murphy published 13 September 22

Apple increased the price to get a battery replacement for all iPhone 14 models, with the service now costing $99 compared to the usual $69.

How to update to iOS 16 — don't miss these new iPhone upgrades

By Darragh Murphy published 12 September 22

Apple is launching iOS 16 to iPhone models today, meaning iPhone owners will be able to check out all the new updates it brings. Find out how to download and update to iOS 16.

Metal: Hellsinger review — a rock ballad through hell

By Darragh Murphy published 12 September 22

If you’re looking for a rock of the (demonic) ages, Metal: Hellsinger will satisfy your need for blasting the monsters of hell to the glorious beats of metal — even though it falls a bit too short.

Meta Quest Pro leak reveals first look at new VR headset — and it looks legit

By Darragh Murphy published 12 September 22

With Meta Quest Pro's release date looming closer, a major leak has revealed a first look at the new VR headset — from the revamped headset design to the controllers with cameras.

Has your password been leaked? Here's how to quickly find out

By Darragh Murphy published 12 September 22

Check if your password has been involved in a data breach

Pixel 7 could be worth waiting for over the iPhone 14 — here's why

By Darragh Murphy published 11 September 22

The new iPhone 14 isn't the worthy upgrade we were hoping for, and with the Google Pixel 7 release date looming, it's time to consider the switch to Android.

iPhone SE price increases in the UK — is the iPhone 14 to blame?

By Darragh Murphy published 8 September 22

Apple has sneakily raised the price of the iPhone SE (2022) in the UK right after the iPhone 14 announcement, increasing the price by £30.

Why I’m skipping the iPhone 14 — and you should, too

By Darragh Murphy published 8 September 22

Apple's iPhone 14 is here, but is it a worthy upgrade? Here are four reasons to skip Apple's latest flagship phone — and wait for something better.

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