Latest articles by Tom May
I bought into Apple's ecosystem… and instantly regretted it
Opinion I've got a lot of nice things to say about MacBooks, but also a warning
20 famous photographers to follow on social media in 2025 (and where to find them)
These big names aren't resting on their laurels: they're still very much active, and here's where you can find them on socials.
The best photo fairs and festivals of 2025
Your guide to the year’s most inspiring photography events across the globe.
I've got a solution to AI photo fakery – but it would be wildly controversial
opinion How to save democracy: a thought experiment
BlueSky, Threads, Cara… Which social network should photographers be using in 2025?
If you're fed up with Instagram and X, there are new rivals to consider. But are they any good?
What to expect from Adobe in 2025
Adobe in 2025 Where is the maker of Photoshop and Lightroom heading in the year to come?
I plan to stream these 3 movies about photography over the holidays, and you should too
opinion Fresh from the cinema, these three films explore the craft, the challenges and the beauty of capturing life through a lens.
The best mat cutters for mounting and framing your photos
Updated Create professional mounts for photos and artwork easily, with the best mat cutters
The best iPhone power bank: portable chargers for your Apple device
buying guide Top up far from home, with the best iPhone power banks.
The best MacBook chargers: alternative chargers for MacBooks and laptops
buying guide The best MacBook chargers are lighter than Apple's official ones, and often cheaper too!
Is it worth spending $24 per month on AI video tool Sora? I tried it and it's both amazing and terrible
Opinion Sora proves very entertaining to use – but that's because its text-prompted video clips look so amusingly weird
Adobe student discount: save up to 65% on a Creative Cloud subscription!
buying guide With the Adobe student discount scheme, you can save up to $420/£428 in one year
Apple student discount: what is it, and how do you get it?
buying guide Students can get a discount with Apple, and some non-students can get it too! Here's how...
The best monitor calibrators in 2025: keep your on-screen colors accurate
buying guide Make sure your screen is displaying colors accurately, with the best monitor calibrators on the market
The best Chromebooks for students and home working in 2025
Buying guide Find a laptop for less, and with better battery life than Windows rivals, with our guide to the best Chromebooks
The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2025: ideal for students and creatives on the move
UPDATED Get the benefits of a laptop and tablet in one device.
iPad generations: which Apple tablet should you buy?
Buying guide We explain the differences between the iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini and basic iPad, across the different iPad generations
The best rugged tablets in 2025
Drop-proof, shock-proof and water-resistant, these are the best rugged tablets
The best satellite phones and communicators
UPDATED Send texts, make calls and access the web, even in remote areas, with the best satellite phones and communicators
The best stock photo sites in 2025
buying guide Want to buy images online? These are the best stock photo sites for quality and value.
The best Android tablet
Watch videos, use apps, take photos and more, with the best Android tablets available today
The best iPad alternatives
UPDATED Forget Apple: these iPad alternatives from Samsung, Microsoft, Amazon, and Lenovo provide better value and great specs
The best lightboxes for photographers and artists
Updated View slides and negatives, trace drawings and more, with the best lightbox for photography and art
