Tom May
Tom May is a freelance writer and editor specializing in art, photography, design and travel. He has been editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine. He has also worked for a wide range of mainstream titles including The Sun, Radio Times, NME, T3, Heat, Company and Bella.
Latest articles by Tom May
![Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core, one of the best docks for MacBook Pro, on a cluttered desk connected to laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZvPP3JpVPJFXrtwU5hHcUk-320-80.jpg)
The best docking station for MacBook Pro
By Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Connect lots of devices to your computer, with the best docking stations for MacBook Pro
![NAS drive on a desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vtjBnWdrmL49raU9tQsxtY-320-80.jpg)
The best NAS drive in 2025: store ALL your data, and access it from anywhere
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Get lots of storage space, which you can access at home and away, with the best NAS drives available today
![Hand using stylus on Drawing with One tablet on desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4WJrkEWCvydyNCNEVZNjmQ-320-80.jpg)
The best Wacom tablet in 2025: pick the right Wacom graphics tablet for you
By Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Draw, sketch and edit photos with a stylus, using the best Wacom tablets
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7 of the best magazines about photography: print publications you NEED to check out
By Tom May published
Get inspire and elevate your craft with these beautiful mags.
![Ceptics 220V to 110V Travel Voltage Converter on desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QwhC2JMa2x22ftGscc5fdK-320-80.jpg)
Ceptics 220V to 110V Travel Voltage Converter review
By Tom May published
review If you want to use your hairdryer abroad, a normal travel adapter may not be safe. Our Ceptics 220V-110V Travel Voltage Converter review explains whether this is the solution for you.
![Ceptics 70W World Travel Plug Adapter plugged into socket](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/A6VAFbWenAjTFDzE47J8ZU-320-80.jpg)
The best travel adapters in 2025
By Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Power your camera, phone, laptop, and more around the world, using the best travel adapters
![Best iPad mini cases: Apple iPad Smart Cover](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WJ3nKDRU6HiYVC7b8KfDRc-320-80.jpg)
The best iPad mini cases in 2025: Protect your iPad Mini from damage
By Beth Nicholls last updated
Buying Guide Whichever generation of Apple's tablet you have, these are the best iPad mini cases available today
![AI generated image showing silhouette of a photographer against a vivid sunset](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E7b99KvRxAATnzq6zibvSi-320-80.jpg)
What photographers should expect from AI in 2025 - the good, the bad & the ugly
By Tom May published
Like it or loathe it, AI will be a major influence.
![Woman scanning a book in a library using one of the best book scanners](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wbrUf5wBzAAQMqLrUiSSTQ-320-80.jpg)
The best book scanner in 2025
By Adam Juniper last updated
Buying Guide Discover the best book scanners, which make it quick and easy to accurately capture the pages of a book in digital form.
![Hands holding up phone camera to video a gig](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c567998P9RGY4JWH6n4Eic-320-80.jpg)
I want camera phones banned at gigs right now – who's with me?
By Tom May published
Fans filming concerts is killing the vibe and violating musicians' copyright. Enough is enough!
![Promo graphic for Beginner Photography Podcast featuring phone, ear pods and camera on desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DsJRjZGwnyTiPYsYyRyYLc-320-80.jpg)
20 photography podcasts to follow in 2025
By Tom May published
From gear reviews to creative inspiration, these photography podcasts will help you stay current and improve your craft
![Woman stares a donkey in the face](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KWGGuci6mxUD9xY5dbexwN-320-80.jpg)
These are the best photography awards to enter in 2025, ranked by deadline
By Tom May published
Features Don't miss out: these 2025 contests are still open for entry!
![MacBook Air (2020) on a windowsill overlooking a garden](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8CcqpX6PVfQwcDxBTuPGcm-320-80.png)
I bought into Apple's ecosystem… and instantly regretted it
By Tom May published
Opinion I've got a lot of nice things to say about MacBooks, but also a warning
![Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, TikTok and Threads apps logo is displayed on a smartphone screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j7pTz3FucCss6JWVyHq69E-320-80.jpg)
20 famous photographers to follow on social media in 2025 (and where to find them)
By Tom May published
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.
![Attendees trying out cameras at The Photography Show](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ww5BR3gnFe9xJ3JDcZ25pj-320-80.jpg)
The best photo fairs and festivals of 2025
By Tom May published
Your guide to the year’s most inspiring photography events across the globe.
![A screenshot of X Grok with generated images on the screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oSZQUwSiGXCoLHZ6KnwTWT-320-80.jpg)
I've got a solution to AI photo fakery – but it would be wildly controversial
By Tom May published
opinion How to save democracy: a thought experiment
![Screenshots of Threads app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RATuikHNQzR8oUphnQByth-320-80.jpg)
BlueSky, Threads, Cara… Which social network should photographers be using in 2025?
By Tom May published
If you're fed up with Instagram and X, there are new rivals to consider. But are they any good?
![Two images of man wearing sunglasses, showing new Adjustment Brush in Photoshop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tz2XBtKnV9kSBb2bcqE4Qc-320-80.jpg)
What to expect from Adobe in 2025
By Tom May published
Adobe in 2025 Where is the maker of Photoshop and Lightroom heading in the year to come?
![Still from the movie Civil War featuring Kirsten Dunst as a war photographer in combat gear](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eZReX2z7CduaDTswecviD9-320-80.jpg)
I plan to stream these 3 movies about photography over the holidays, and you should too
By Tom May published
opinion Fresh from the cinema, these three films explore the craft, the challenges and the beauty of capturing life through a lens.
![Man putting a frame created with a matt cutter over a photo of a young woman](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4vkYmLiC8DNQBxgiupdERX-320-80.jpg)
The best mat cutters for mounting and framing your photos
By Tom May last updated
Updated Create professional mounts for photos and artwork easily, with the best mat cutters
![UGREEN MagSafe 10,000mAh held in a hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dvwx49PtdgHbVVzkXy7m3B-320-80.jpg)
The best iPhone power bank: portable chargers for your Apple device
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying Guide Top up far from home, with the best iPhone power banks.
![Man using Ugreen Nexode 100W USB C Wall Charger to charge his MacBook, phone and tablet simultaneously](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N9hxS8Hj4geaQEfp2k9Grk-320-80.jpg)
The best MacBook chargers: alternative chargers for MacBooks and laptops
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying Guide The best MacBook chargers are lighter than Apple's official ones, and often cheaper too!
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Is it worth spending $24 per month on AI video tool Sora? I tried it and it's both amazing and terrible
By Tom May published
Opinion Sora proves very entertaining to use – but that's because its text-prompted video clips look so amusingly weird
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