Latest articles by Tom May
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.
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
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 best memory card readers: copy images and video to your computer
Buying Guide These are the best memory card readers to supercharge your SD, CFexpress & CompactFlash memory card image transfers
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?
Best camera glasses in 2025: wearable tech for eye-level photography
Buying Guide Capture images and video, make calls and listen to music, with the best camera glasses
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
The best tablet camera: iPads, Android and Windows tablets with photo smarts
Buying Guide Want to take pictures with a tablet? We round up the best tablet cameras on the market today
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
Banning photos feels like it's becoming the norm in New Zealand. I'm worried this will happen everywhere
Opinion A creeping epidemic of camera paranoia is turning tourist attractions into no-go zones for photographers.
Yes, AI will decimate film-making, but that isn't the main problem
Opinion Let's not ignore the real culprit behind cinema's decline
Here's why I think the Instagram alternatives are failing photographers
Photographers keep jumping to new platforms, but none of them deliver the goods. Read on as I explore the reasons why.
Gah, I've discovered I've been charging my phone all wrong for years! Are you making the same mistake?
opinion Turns out I've been murdering my phone battery for years while smugly thinking I was being responsible.
The best PTZ cameras in 2025: for streaming, web conferencing & broadcast
Updated Providing Pan/Tilt/Zoom for conferencing, streaming video, and broadcasting, these are the best PTZ cameras
