Latest articles by Tom May
From Oasis gigs to Monaco hotels, photographers' rights are under siege
Arbitrary restrictions and legal threats are strangling our ability to forge a collective visual memory
Street photographer Bill Cunningham's archive finds a permanent home at New York Historical
It's one of the most comprehensive records of street photography ever assembled.
Best dumbphone: easy-to-use cellphones to help you digitally detox
phones Wean yourself off social media, with the best dumbphones
Is the iconic German cinema camera maker Arri up for sale?
News As the film production downturn continues, the century-old pioneer might soon be on the market.
The best iPad alternatives
Buying guide Forget Apple: these iPad alternatives from Samsung, Microsoft, Amazon, and Lenovo provide better value and great specs
I think every photo contest should have an AI prize, for one simple reason
opinion Trying to stop AI entering photo contests is futile. Let's embrace it instead.
Famous photographers are deserting social media, and I think I know why
The exodus isn't about ego – it's about survival in an attention economy that devours creativity
Now I see photography as mindfulness, it's changed my whole outlook
Opinion Forget costly wellness retreats; your camera is the only mindfulness teacher you need.
The 25 best photographer autobiographies ever written
Books 25 famous photographers who have written an autobiography
ChatGPT is truly terrible at photo editing... and that's great news for professional photographers
Opinion While AI stumbles over basic tweaks, photo editors can breathe easy; their jobs remain secure for now.
I'd buy an iPad if Apple made this one change
opinion If iPads could run macOS, they'd be a killer laptop replacement... so why won't the company allow it?
Photographers who've never watched Black Mirror should start with this episode
Opinion Eulogy reveals uncomfortable truths about memory, nostalgia and the future of visual storytelling
This is why I've become certain that foldables are the future for phones (and you should be too)
opinion Once they were a niche curiosity. But I reckon we'll all soon be suffering FOMO for foldables.
I review laptops for a living, and I'm wondering why it's so hard to switch them off?!
While manufacturers obsess over technical specs, it feels like they're failing at basic useability.
Adobe Firefly for photographers and videomakers: plans, pricing and what you can use it for
Want to harness the power of generative AI for your photography projects? Here's everything you need to know.
The rise of AI influencers is freaking me out – but there's a bright side for real photographers
Opinion Fake people are stealing the spotlight on social media, but could this clear the way for traditional shooting?
I have a sinking feeling the Cotswolds drone wars are just the beginning
Heavy-handed bans will rob us of drone photography's creative potential, while ignoring the real problem.
The best spy cameras: how to see other people without being seen
Buying guide Protect yourself and your property discretely, with the best spy cameras and hidden cameras available right now
Alcatel 1 (2021) review: this $50 smartphone is borderline unusable
review My Alcatel 1 review explores the question of why this ageing Android is still on sale, and who might want to buy it.
I thought Chrome would always be my web browser. Now I'm thinking of changing
I'm finally ready to ditch Chrome for something that actually respects my privacy and workflow.
Zanco Tiny T1 review: the world's smallest phone is the size of a USB stick and it actually works!
review This impossibly tiny phone fits between your fingers yet offers basic calls and texts. So is this actually useful? My Zanco Tiny T1 review answers that question.
Nokia 225 4G (2024) review: a few smart upgrades make this burner phone better
This latest version of the popular feature phone builds on the 2020 model with meaningful improvements. But is it worth the extra cost? My Nokia 225 4G (2024) review has the answers.
Worried AI will make your photography services worthless? This 300-year-old secret could save you
Opinion While AI democratizes image creation, skilled photographers must embrace premium pricing and positioning
