Tom May

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 (opens in new tab), 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.

Articles by: Tom May

Bird box containing cameras

The best bird box camera in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Capture images and video of nesting birds you couldn't get by yourself, with the best bird box cameras

dry cabinet full of camera equipment and lenses

Best dry cabinet for cameras in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Keep your kit safe from the damaging effects of humidity, by using the best dry cabinet for cameras and lenses

Epicka Universal Travel Adapter connected to two phones and a laptop

The best travel adaptors in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Power your camera, phone, laptop, and more around the world, using the best travel adapters

Best greeting card software

Best greeting card software

By Tom May published

buying guide Design your own cards the easy way, with the best greeting card software available today

Matt cutter in use

The best mat cutter in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Create professional mounts for your photos and framed artwork easily, with the best mat cutters available today

simorr Wave U1, one of the best budget mics, being held in front of a laptop

The best budget microphones in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Capture great audio quality without spending a fortune, by using the best budget microphone

Kodak Step Slim Printer

Kodak Step Slim review: is this tiny printer what you need for social events?

By Tom May published

review The Kodak Step Slim is very small, runs on battery power, and prints photos from your phone. But is it any good?

UGREEN 65W USB C Charger conneced to four different devices on table

The best GaN charger in 2023

By Tom May published

buying guide Faster, smaller and more energy efficient than silicon chargers, these are the best GaN chargers available today

Product shot of Anezus Self Healing cutting mat in use

The best cutting mat in 2023 for trimming photos, scrapbooking and more

By Tom May published

buying guide Discover the best cutting mats for photographers, scrapbookers, artists, crafters and DIYers

Speaker at Adobe Max

5 ways that Adobe changed the game for photographers and film-makers in 2022

By Tom May published

It's been a landmark year for Lightroom, Photoshop and other Adobe tools... but is this good or bad news for the profession?

Woman using Da Vinci Resolve, one of the best free video editing software, on dual monitors

The best free video editing software in 2023: make great content at zero cost

By Tom May last updated

Buying guide Edit footage on your phone, computer, or both, by using the best free video editing software available today

Woman using the best free photo editing software on a laptop

The best free photo editing software in 2023: fix your photos for free!

By Tom May published

Buying guide Get sophisticated features at zero cost, with the best free photo editing software for desktop and mobile

The best all-in-one printer sat on a table in a relaxed looking living room.

Best all-in-one printer for home office and remote working in 2023

By Matthew Richards last updated

BUYING GUIDE Print, scan, copy, and fax while working at home, with the best all-in-one printers available today

Man using the Ring Video Doorbell

Best Ring camera: Amazon’s security options made clear

By Adam Juniper last updated

Buying guide Looking for a Ring doorbell, or a dedicated Ring camera? We explain how to choose the right protection for you.

One of the best body cameras, attached to protective clothing

Best body cameras in 2023: wearable cameras for protection, security, and fun

By Chris George last updated

BUYING GUIDE Keep yourself safe, collect video evidence and more, with the best body cameras for work, leisure and content creation

Aura Mason Luxe digital photo frame

The best digital photo frames in 2023: display your images without printing them

By Hannah Rooke last updated

Buying guide The best digital photo frames make it easy to display all of your favorite memories and they look like traditional frames

Young girl looking into one of the best microscopes with one eye closed

The best microscope in 2023 for students, children and photographers

By Adam Juniper last updated

Buying guide Explore inner space, educate your children, and shoot macro images with the best microscopes

iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro on pebble beach

iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: Which Apple smartphone should you buy?

By Amy Davies last updated

versus Our Apple iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro guide explains the main differences between the phones, to help you make the best choice

Woman making video call on iPhone placed on Omoton stand

The best iPhone stands in 2023: Go hands-free for ultimate comfy streaming

By Tom May last updated

buying guide The best iPhone stands offer not only sturdiness, but the best angles and advantages for any interviews and work meetings

best iMac: Apple iMac 24in (2021)

The best iMac for photo and video editing in 2023

By Matt Hanson, Ben Andrews last updated

buying guide The best iMac for photo and video editing: options to suit every budget

eMeet c960 webcam, one of the best Mac webcams

The best Mac webcam in 2023: boost your image quality on a MacBook or iMac

By Tom May last updated

buying guide Be more presentable on Zoom calls and streaming video, with the best Mac webcam.

FLIR ONE Edge Pro is one of the best thermal-imaging cameras

The best thermal-imaging cameras in 2023

By Adam Juniper, Sebastian Oakley last updated

BUYING GUIDE The best thermal-imaging cameras let you see the world in a whole new way and they're ideal for DIYers and contractors

Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Dock 11-in-1 plugged into laptop next to cup of coffee

The best docking station for MacBook Air in 2023

By Tom May last updated

buying guide Connect more devices to your Apple laptop, with the best docking station for MacBook Air

Anker Nano 20W iPhone charger, one of the best iPhone chargers

The best iPhone charger in 2023: wired and wireless ways to power your iPhone

By Tom May last updated

buying guide Charge your iPhone to 100%, quickly and easily, with the best iPhone chargers on the market today

best front and rear dash cams

Best front and rear dash cams in 2023: two-way protection for you and your vehicle

By Alistair Charlton last updated

buying guide The best front and rear dash cams let you capture footage in front and behind your vehicle

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