Latest articles by Tom May
The best boom arms in 2025 for your microphone when vlogging or filmmaking
buying guide Position your mic perfectly, with the best boom arms for vloggers, podcasters, filmmakers, streamers, and more
As Ring cameras go 4K, are we crossing a line between safety and privacy?
Opinion When did protecting our doorsteps become surveilling our neighbours' every move?
The digital Dorian Gray: Why are we so afraid to update our profile photos?
opinion We cling to decade-old headshots like security blankets: why?
So long, IP: video-generating AI app Sora 2 poses giant piracy nightmare for film industry
Opinion OpenAI's video tool has thrown the entertainment industry into chaos... and it's only just getting started.
The best stylus phone: write and draw with precision on your phone
Buying guide Draw, sketch, take notes and edit images precisely, with the best stylus phones on the market right now
Starting a photography business? Here are 10 practical things you need to get up and running
Buying Guide Starting a photography business? Here's what you'll need.
The best iPhone screen protectors
buying guide Avoid hefty repair costs, with best iPhone screen protectors for the latest generations of Apple's phone
120 best quotes about photography by famous photographers
FEATURE Words of wisdom from the photography world's greatest names
Ulefone Armor 29 Ultra review: a huge, rugged phone with flagship-level specs
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.
Best timelapse cameras for construction, events or speeding up nature
buying guide Condense days into seconds of engaging video, with the best timelapse cameras on the market today
Adobe seems obsessed with Firefly… but I think it could be on the way out
OPINION The company's third-party AI integrations suggest a lack of confidence in its 'commercially safe' model
Last night I had a dystopian dream about AR camera glasses – and I worry it'll come true
Opinion This new tech is only just getting started, but I'm already fearing for my future
I think you'd be mad to update to the iPhone 17, for one very good reason
OPINION Apple's latest phone is pretty special, but I reckon something much better is coming next year.
iPad generations: which Apple tablet should you buy in 2025?
Buying guide We explain the differences between the iPad Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini and basic iPad, across the different iPad generations
Adobe student discount: save 64% or more on a Creative Cloud Pro subscription!
buying guide If you're a student, teacher or work in education, you can save hundreds in a single year
iPhone generations: which Apple iPhone model is right for you in 2025?
buying guide Unsure which iPhone to choose? Our guide breaks down each generation.
The best microphone for vlogging and filmmaking in 2025
BUYING GUIDE Ranging from lavalier to shotgun styles, you'll find the best microphone for vlogging and filmmaking right here
The best iPads for photo editing, video editing and photography in 2025
Buying guide Edit and organize your images and video with the best iPads available today
I'm stunned: every frame in The Long Walk feels like a photographic masterpiece
Opinion When filmmakers prioritize visual artistry, big-screen cinema can fight back against the tide of home streaming.
The best camera lens protectors for the iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 Pro Max
Buying guide Shield your pricey phone from damage with the best camera lens protectors for Apple's latest iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max
The best iPhone 17 Pro Max screen protector
Buying Guide Protect your new phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, by using the best iPhone 17 Pro screen protectors
The best iPhone 17 Pro screen protector
Buying Guide Protect your new phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, by using the best iPhone 17 Pro screen protectors
The best iPhone 17 Pro Max cases
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
