
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

Plustek ePhoto Z300 review: sheet-feed scanner for digitizing old photos, fast
By Tom May published
review If you have a ton of family photos you need to scan quickly, this scanner is here for you. But is it up to the job? Our Plustek ePhoto Z300 review answers that question.

The best VPN for photographers
By Tom May last updated
BUYING GUIDE A VPN keeps you safe online, unblocks international content, and much more. Here are my top picks for photographers on the market today.

The best budget microphones
By Tom May last updated
Updated Capture great audio quality at low cost, with the best budget microphones

Best light bulb security cameras
By Adam Juniper, Tom May last updated
buying guide Simple to set up and difficult for bad actors to spot, these are the best light bulb security cameras on sale today

The best cutting mat for trimming photos, scrapbooking and more
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Make cuts easily and precisely, with the best cutting mats for photographers, artists, crafters and DIYers.

The best digital whiteboard
By Adam Juniper last updated
buying guide Present to colleagues, collaborate with clients or get students involved in classes, with the best interactive whiteboards

The best Google Pixel phone: which Pixel is right for you?
By Gareth Bevan last updated
Buying guide The best Google Pixel phones offer high-end features at a low price. We help you pick the right Pixel phone deal for you

Best laptop power banks and power stations: stay topped up, on the go
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Charge your computer – as well as your cameras, tablets, and phones – with the best laptop power banks and power stations

Best head torch: head lamps to see in the dark and free up your hands
By Gavin Stoker, Chris George last updated
BUYING GUIDE We reveal the best head torch for photography, astronomy, camping, DIY and other purposes

5 cool new features for Lightroom announced at Adobe Max
By Tom May published
Adobe Max They sound cool anyway. Although Adobe's been keeping them very close to their chest for some reason...

Adobe sets out to speed up video editing with 5 new Creative Cloud features
By Tom May published
Adobe Max Premiere Pro just got a bunch of new features, and there's a video-related change to Adobe Stock too

The best Mint Mobile deals for your cellphone
By Sebastian Oakley last updated
Deals Quick, the best Mint Mobile deals just got better than ever!

The best Mac mouse for MacBook, Mac Mini, Mac Studio, or iMac
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Speed up your workflow with the best Mac mouse

The best label maker
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Print labels for business or personal use, using the best label makers available today

The best cellphone signal boosters
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Enjoy uninterrupted calls and mobile data, by using the best cellphone signal boosters available in the USA

The best photo editing tools and accessories
By Kerrie Hughes last updated
buying guide Save time with the best photo editing tools and accessories

The best headset: headphones with a mic for gaming, Zoom calls and podcasting
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide The best headset can give you a better experience whether you're making video calls, playing videogames, or streaming your own content

The best HP laptops
By Tom May last updated
BUYING GUIDE Looking for the best HP laptop? Here are our top choices, for a range of budgets and use cases

The best monitor arms: position your monitor perfectly for total comfort
By Ben Andrews, Tom May last updated
Buying Guide Save the strain on your eyes and back with the best monitor arms, helping you be more relaxed and creative

The best docking station for MacBook Air
By Tom May last updated
buying guide Connect more devices to your Apple laptop, with the best docking station for MacBook Air

The best monitor stands: improve your desk ergonomics cheaply and easily
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide Also known as monitor risers, the best monitor stands raise your screen, to help protect your eyesight and posture

The best flash drives: portable USB memory sticks for storage & back-up
By Ben Andrews last updated
buying guide Store, copy and transfer your photos with the best flash drives, also known as thumb drives, memory sticks and pen drives

The best portable monitors: second screens you can use on the move
By Ben Andrews last updated
Buying Guide The ideal second screen for your laptop or tablet, these are the best portable monitors available today
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