Marc McLaren
Formerly Editor in Chief (U.K.) on Tom’s Guide, Marc oversaw all gaming, streaming, audio, TV, entertainment, how-to and cameras coverage, and was also responsible for the site’s U.K.-focused output. He is now U.K. Editor in Chief on TechRadar.
Marc previously edited the tech website Stuff and has tested and written about phones, tablets, wearables, streaming boxes, smart home devices, Bluetooth speakers, headphones, games, TVs, cameras and much more. He also spent years on a music magazine, where his duties mainly involved spoiling other people’s fun, and on a car magazine.
An avid photographer, he likes nothing better than taking pictures of very small things (bugs, his daughters) or very big things (distant galaxies). When he gets time, he also enjoys gaming (console and mobile), cycling and attempting to watch as much sport as any human can (particularly cricket, but pretty much anything that involves a ball and plenty that doesn't).
He's also fallen in love with Wordle over the past six months and is the author of our today's Wordle answer column, in which he supplies hints and strategy tips for the mega-popular word game. Given he's completed every single Wordle so far and only lost once, and analyzed every Wordle answer in search of patterns, he's well qualified to help you safeguard your streak. And if one puzzle isn't enough, he also posts about the daily Quordle each morning.
Latest articles by Marc McLaren
England vs Wales live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The England vs Wales live stream sees a compelling rivalry renewed at Twickenham. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Scotland vs France live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The Scotland vs France live stream sees the unbeaten French look to take another step towards a Six Nations grand slam. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Chelsea vs Lille live stream: How to watch Champions League match online
By Marc McLaren published
The Chelsea vs Lille live stream is a clash between the Champions League holders and a strong French side. Here's how to watch it live from anywhere.
Slack is down — live updates on the outage
By Marc McLaren published
The widely used messaging service Slack appears to be down. Here's the latest information.
Sky Glass review: Revolutionary but not quite perfect
By Marc McLaren published
Sky Glass is a 4K HDR TV with built-in Dolby Atmos soundbar, Sky Q and no need for a dish. It's an excellent one-cable solution, but with some drawbacks.
Liverpool vs Norwich City live stream — how to watch Premier League 21/22 game online
By Marc McLaren published
The Liverpool vs Norwich City live stream sees second play third bottom in the Premier League. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
No, Wordle hasn't gotten harder since the NYT takeover — here's the proof
By Marc McLaren published
Wordle answers may seem harder since it was bought by the New York Times, but that's just down to luck and confirmation bias.
PSG vs Real Madrid live stream: How to watch Champions League match online
By Marc McLaren published
The PSG vs Real Madrid live stream is a clash between titans in the Champions League. Here's how to watch it live from anywhere.
Squabble is Wordle in battle royale form — and it's brilliant
By Marc McLaren published
Squabble is a Wordle clone that you play online against others as the clock counts down. It's terrifying and brilliant.
Italy vs England live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The Italy vs England live stream will see both sides look to bounce back from opening defeats. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Wales vs Scotland live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The Wales vs Scotland live stream sees the Welsh look to bounce back from a poor Six Nations start against the impressive Scots. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
France vs Ireland live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The France vs Ireland live stream sees the two Six Nations favourites go head to head. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Scotland vs England live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The Scotland vs England live stream is a massive Six Nations rugby fixture. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Manchester City vs Fulham live stream — how to watch FA Cup game online
By Marc McLaren published
The Manchester City vs Fulham live stream is an FA Cup clash between the Premier League and Championship leaders. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Southampton vs Coventry City live stream — how to watch FA Cup game online
By Marc McLaren published
The Southampton vs Coventry City live stream sees Premier League take on Championship in the FA Cup. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Ireland vs Wales live stream — how to watch Six Nations 2022 clash online
By Marc McLaren published
The Ireland vs Wales live stream is the first of this year's Six Nations rugby fixtures — and it's a big one. Here's how to watch it from anywhere.
Forget Wordle — Mathler is your new daily must-play game
By Marc McLaren published
Had enough of online word games like Wordle? Mathler is the Wordle clone that's ideal for math geeks.
Spotify controversy live blog: Joe Rogan apologizes and latest news
By Marc McLaren published
Spotify has released a statement explaining new changes to its misinformation policy and Joe Rogan has apologized. Here's the latest on the saga.
The New York Times has just bought Wordle — what that means for you
By Marc McLaren published
The year's big viral success Wordle has been bought by the NYT in a seven-figure deal — so how will it change?
You can now play Wordle multiple times a day — here's how
By Marc McLaren published
Wordle Archive lets you complete every Wordle puzzle so far, as often as you want. And we're hooked.
Ted Lasso season 3 — best shows to watch while we wait
By Henry T. Casey, Marc McLaren, Mike Prospero, Kelly Woo published
Tired of rewatching Ted Lasso while you wait for season 3? We've got a range of replacements to help tide you over.
25 best British shows you can watch in the U.S.
By Kelly Woo, Paul Wagenseil, Tom Pritchard, Marc McLaren, Marshall Honorof, Henry T. Casey, Alex Wawro, Mike Prospero published
Our list of the best British shows available for streaming in the U.S. ranges from dramatic cop shows to beloved sci-fi series.
The one new show to watch on Netflix right now
By Marc McLaren published
Don't have time to trawl through the Netflix catalogue? Settle down with this genuinely creepy sci-fi horror series.
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