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

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?

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?

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.

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

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.

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!

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

Adobe student discount: save up to 65% on a Creative Cloud subscription!
By Tom May last updated
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?
By Tom May last updated
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
By Ben Andrews last updated
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
By Ben Andrews last updated
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
By Michelle Rae Uy last updated
UPDATED Get the benefits of a laptop and tablet in one device.

iPad generations: which Apple tablet should you buy?
By Tom May last updated
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
By Tom May last updated
Drop-proof, shock-proof and water-resistant, these are the best rugged tablets

The best satellite phones and communicators
By Adam Juniper last updated
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
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Want to buy images online? These are the best stock photo sites for quality and value.

The best Android tablet
By Tom May last updated
Watch videos, use apps, take photos and more, with the best Android tablets available today

The best iPad alternatives
By Tom May last updated
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
By Gavin Stoker, Tom May last updated
Updated View slides and negatives, trace drawings and more, with the best lightbox for photography and art

The best tablet camera: iPads, Android and Windows tablets with photo smarts
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Want to take pictures with a tablet? We round up the best tablet cameras on the market today

The best MacBooks for students
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Apple’s laptops are ideal for anyone studying today. These are the best MacBooks for students at school, college or university

Best dry cabinet for cameras: keep your kit safe in a climatically-controlled store
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Protect your valuable equipment from humidity, with the best dry cabinet for cameras and lenses

Best document camera: which visualizer is the right one for you?
By Adam Juniper last updated
buying guide Bring your subject to life with the best document cameras for presentations, meetings, teaching and more
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