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, 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

Four children stand outside in a field wearing eerie, homemade Halloween costumes, with two wearing paper bags over their heads and the others wearing grotesque-looking masks.

This new Diane Arbus photo exhibition makes me wonder: what does it means to truly look at someone?

By Tom May published

The biggest-ever exhibition of the iconic photographer's work challenges us to rethink intimacy and discomfort.

Portrait Photography
Blue Microphone, one of the best boom arms

The best boom arms for your microphone when vlogging or filmmaking

By Tom May last updated

buying guide Position your mic perfectly, with the best boom arms for vloggers, podcasters, filmmakers, streamers, and more

buying guide
A split image showing a silver and black Ring Video Doorbell mounted on a door frame on the left, and a black Ring security camera mounted on a wall on the right.

As Ring cameras go 4K, are we crossing a line between safety and privacy?

By Tom May published

Opinion When did protecting our doorsteps become surveilling our neighbours' every move?

Opinion
Grid of multi-ethnic headshot portraits pinned to cork board

The digital Dorian Gray: Why are we so afraid to update our profile photos?

By Tom May published

opinion We cling to decade-old headshots like security blankets: why?

opinion
A stylized white cloud with large, sparkling eyes on a dark blue background with faint white speckles resembling a starry night sky.

So long, IP: video-generating AI app Sora 2 poses giant piracy nightmare for film industry

By Tom May published

Opinion OpenAI's video tool has thrown the entertainment industry into chaos... and it's only just getting started.

Opinion
A minimalist home office setup featuring a light wood standing desk with a curved front, a silver laptop, a white desk lamp, and a white modern chair, all against a bright white wall and sheer-curtained window.

Starting a photography business? Here are 10 practical things you need to get up and running

By Tom May published

Buying Guide Starting a photography business? Here's what you'll need.

Buying Guide
best iPhone screen protector: Hand pressing LK screen protector onto iPhone

The best iPhone screen protectors

By Beth Nicholls last updated

buying guide Avoid hefty repair costs, with best iPhone screen protectors for the latest generations of Apple's phone

buying guide
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120 best quotes about photography by famous photographers

By Tom May last updated

FEATURE Words of wisdom from the photography world's greatest names

FEATURE
Ulefone Armor 29 Ultra phone on desk next to normal sized phone

Ulefone Armor 29 Ultra review: a huge, rugged phone with flagship-level specs

By Tom May published

Review This phone offers a superior camera, fast processor, powerful flashlight and huge battery. But is it worth the high price? My Ulefone Armor 29 Ultra review answers that question.

Review
A young child looks up at a glowing, humanoid figure made of light and stars in a forest.

Adobe seems obsessed with Firefly… but I think it could be on the way out

By Tom May published

OPINION The company's third-party AI integrations suggest a lack of confidence in its 'commercially safe' model

OPINION
A person wearing smart glasses sits on a couch, surrounded by holographic menus and screens projected in front of them.

Last night I had a dystopian dream about AR camera glasses – and I worry it'll come true

By Tom May published

Opinion This new tech is only just getting started, but I'm already fearing for my future

Opinion
iPhone 17 cameras

I think you'd be mad to update to the iPhone 17, for one very good reason

By Tom May published

OPINION Apple's latest phone is pretty special, but I reckon something much better is coming next year.

OPINION
Woman using an Apple Pencil on her iPad

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

Buying guide
Man in beanie hat using an Apple MacBook Pro outside in a grassy area

Adobe student discount: save 64% or more on a Creative Cloud Pro subscription!

By Tom May last updated

buying guide If you're a student, teacher or work in education, you can save hundreds in a single year

buying guide
A group of young people walks down a long, dirt road at sunset

I'm stunned: every frame in The Long Walk feels like a photographic masterpiece

By Tom May published

Opinion When filmmakers prioritize visual artistry, big-screen cinema can fight back against the tide of home streaming.

Opinion
A detailed, exploded view of a smartphone camera lens assembly, showing multiple glass and plastic elements separated from one another, with a blue light beam passing through them.

The best camera lens protectors for the iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 Pro Max

By Tom May published

Buying guide Shield your pricey phone from damage with the best camera lens protectors for Apple's latest iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max

Buying guide
Closeup of Belkin screen protector

The best iPhone 17 Pro Max screen protector

By Tom May published

Buying Guide Protect your new phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, by using the best iPhone 17 Pro screen protectors

Buying Guide
Various objects interacting with the screen of a smartphone, suggesting a visual representation of screen protection or durability.

The best iPhone 17 Pro screen protector

By Tom May published

Buying Guide Protect your new phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, by using the best iPhone 17 Pro screen protectors

Buying Guide
Selection of colorful Smartish cases for the iPhone 17

The best iPhone 17 Pro Max cases

By Tom May published

Buying Guide If you're buying the new flagship iPhone, you'll also want to invest in one of the best iPhone 17 Pro Max cases

Buying Guide
Two iPhones in CASETiFY cases

The best iPhone 17 Pro cases

By Tom May published

Buying Guide Protect your new iPhone and make it more fun to use, with one of the best iPhone 17 Pro cases

Buying Guide
Femal eteach presenting bargraph data on a digital whiteboard in a classroom

The best digital whiteboard: interactive presentations and classroom displays

By Adam Juniper last updated

buying guide Present to colleagues, collaborate with clients or get students involved in classes, with the best interactive whiteboards

buying guide
Woman using her laptop webcam for video conferencing

The best laptop webcam: built-in cameras that show you at your best

By Ian Evenden last updated

buying guide Sharpen up your video calls, with the best laptop webcams built in to computers today

buying guide
100x zoom image of a blue car

Wow! Here's a oddly compelling reason to pick a Pixel 10 over an iPhone 17

By Tom May published

On the face of it, 100x zoom offers you a world of new things to photograph. But is it as simple as that...?

Phone Cases
A blurred, high-speed image of a race car, with a rainbow-like streaking of colors in the background, gives the impression of extreme motion.

I'm staggered how good non-pro entrants to photography contests are getting

By Tom May published

opinion The technical gap between professional and amateur photographers is vanishing faster than film stock in a digital world.

opinion
A black-and-white photo of Oasis band members Liam and Noel Gallagher wearing Manchester City football jerseys. Liam holds his hand up, palm facing out, while Noel holds his hand up with his index finger pointing to the sky.

I'm not an Oasis fan, but these beautiful and intimate photographs finally helped me appreciate the group's appeal

By Tom May published

OPINION Kevin Cummins' exhibition reveals the tender brotherhood behind the bravado and bluster.

OPINION
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