Latest articles by Tom May
20 photography podcasts to follow in 2025
From gear reviews to creative inspiration, these photography podcasts will help you stay current and improve your craft
These are the best photography awards to enter in 2025, ranked by deadline
Feature Don't miss out: these 2025 contests are still open for entry!
I bought into Apple's ecosystem… and instantly regretted it
Opinion I've got a lot of nice things to say about MacBooks, but also a warning
20 famous photographers to follow on social media in 2025 (and where to find them)
These big names aren't resting on their laurels: they're still very much active, and here's where you can find them on socials.
The best photo fairs and festivals of 2025
Your guide to the year’s most inspiring photography events across the globe.
I've got a solution to AI photo fakery – but it would be wildly controversial
opinion How to save democracy: a thought experiment
BlueSky, Threads, Cara… Which social network should photographers be using in 2025?
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
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
opinion Fresh from the cinema, these three films explore the craft, the challenges and the beauty of capturing life through a lens.
The best MacBook chargers: alternative chargers for MacBooks and laptops
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
Opinion Sora proves very entertaining to use – but that's because its text-prompted video clips look so amusingly weird
Apple student discount: what is it, and how do you get it?
buying guide Students can get a discount with Apple, and some non-students can get it too! Here's how...
The best burner phones: cheap cellphones for less stress
Buying guide The best burner phones are so cheap you don't have to worry about losing or breaking them. Plus the battery life is great!
The best scrapbooks: showcase your photos and memories in style
BUYING GUIDE Capture your memories in style, using the best scrapbooks
The best glue for scrapbooking and photo albums
BUYING GUIDE Your precious keepsakes deserve to be protected, so follow our guide to the best scrapbooking glue and photo adhesive
The best TV shows about photography on Netflix, Amazon Prime and online
Feature Learn something new while chilling out on the sofa, with the best TV shows about photography around
The best budget webcam: affordable ways to give a better picture of yourself
Buying guide Look and sound better on your video calls, at minimal cost, with the best cheap webcam.
Apple drops new iPad mini, with improved camera smarts and a new focus on AI
news The seventh-generation iPad mini is faster than ever, and comes tailor-made for Apple Intelligence
The best drone for fishing
buying guide Catch more fish, by using the best drone for fishing in lakes, rivers and the sea.
Best audio recorders for filmmaking and video production
Buying guide Capture the highest quality sound for your film and video projects, with the best audio recorders on sale today
The best iPhone 16 Pro screen protector
Buying Guide Protect your premium phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, with the best iPhone 16 Pro screen protectors.
Rarely seen black-and-white images by Martin Parr showcased at new exhibition
News Unfamiliar with Martin Parr's work? Here's your chance to catch up on the documentary photographer's early images
The best iPhone 16 Pro Max screen protector
Buying Guide Protect your premium phone from scratches, cracks and repairs, with the best iPhone 16 Pro Max screen protectors.
