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Gigabyte M27UA monitor review: ignore the gaming monitor tag, this does so much more

Gigabyte M27UA review: ignore the gaming monitor tag, this does so much more

Rachael Penn published 5 October 24

The Gigabyte M27UA monitor is aimed towards gamers who are looking for a high-resolution monitor with a fast refresh rate.

Three of the best computers for graphic design on an orange background

The best computer for graphic design: fast performers with beautiful displays

Adam Marshall last updated 4 October 24

Get work done fast, with the best computer for graphic design.

The Boulies EP460 turned to face the viewer, at a desk.

Boulies EP460 review: a cracking budget chair that is better than it looks

Beren Neale published 4 October 24

This is one of the better office chair options for value out there.

Three of the best Prime Day iPad deals

I'm tracking Prime Day iPad deals – here are the only contenders

Beren Neale last updated 4 October 24

There are record low prices on almost every iPad for Prime Day 2024.

Prime Day drawing tablet deals; drawing tablets

The 5 best drawing tablet deals I've found this Prime Day in October

Ian Dean last updated 4 October 24

My favourite drawing tablet deals.

Prime Day PS5 game deals

These are the only Prime Day PS5 game deals I'd buy

Beth Nicholls published 4 October 24

These Prime Day Playstation 5 game deals are pretty epic and not to be missed.

Louis Albert Necker optical illusion

This perplexing optical illusion transforms in the blink of an eye

Natalie Fear published 4 October 24

My brain can’t pick a perspective.

Screenshot from the Web Design Museum

I just discovered Web Design Museum and got lost for two hours

Natalie Fear published 4 October 24

The early internet was a chaotic time.

Prime Day PS5 game deals — These are the only Prime Day PS5 game deals I'd buy These Prime Day Playstation 5 game deals are pretty epic and not to be missed.

Screenshot from the Web Design Museum — I just discovered Web Design Museum and got lost for two hours The early internet was a chaotic time.

Nintendo Switch OLED deal — Looking to upgrade your Nintendo Switch? This deal on the OLED model gets you $50 off Save $50 with this early Prime Day October deal.

Microsoft Paint — Is it time to give Microsoft Paint a chance? It’s back from the dead with new AI tools.

Graphic Design

How the internet killed design

By Lance Evans published 4 October 24

If the designers from the 1990s knew what was coming, what would they have said?

Brand Impact Awards 2024: all the winners revealed

By Nick Carson published 3 October 24

Explore all the Gold, Silver and Bronze winners at the 11th-annual BIAs – Best of Show to be revealed in November

Digital Art

Shan Jiang and XPPen drawing tablet art; a leopard in armour

Illustrator Shan Jiang explains what he looks for in a drawing tablet

By Ian Dean last updated 2 October 24

He created the striking art for the new XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2).

An image from the Arttrober October art challenge on Instagram

The best October art challenges, from Inktober to... er... Orctober

By Joe Foley last updated 2 October 24

It's the month to get creative.

Shan Jiang illustrations for the box art of an XPPen drawing tablet

AI will force "dramatic changes" says illustrator Shan Jiang

By Ian Dean published 30 September 24

The acclaimed illustrator, who has worked for Netflix, Apple and XPPen, reveals the mix of influences on his art, what the future holds.

3D

Prime Day 3D Printer deals

The top 3D printer deals ahead of Prime Day in October

By Beth Nicholls last updated 3 October 24

I can't believe the Anycubic Kobra 2 is only $199.

The Wild Robot

Inside the impressionistic realism of DreamWorks' The Wild Robot

By Trevor Hogg published 1 October 24

Director Chris Sanders shares how the artisan aesthetic came to be.

Branding & Advertising

I don't know how to feel about that Burger King advert

By Rosie Hilder published 2 October 24

Fast food has never been so controversial.

Samsung Different ad

Samsung hijacks Apple’s iconic slogan in shady ad

By Natalie Fear published 19 September 24

Remember when Apple used to think different?

A billboard advert that looks all green but has a secret message that can only be seen by people who are colourblind

This ingenious billboard ad has a hidden message

By Joe Foley published 15 September 24

(But not everyone can see it).

Film & VFX

Robbie Williams as a CGI monkey in new biopic Better Man

Robbie Williams will be played by a CGI monkey in new biopic (and I have so many questions)

By Natalie Fear published 3 October 24

"I've always seen myself a little less... evolved”.

Rumours poster

The Rumours film poster is pure chaos (and I love it)

By Natalie Fear published 2 October 24

Give me more motion design.

28 Years Later Poster

28 Years Later being shot on iPhone makes perfect sense

By Natalie Fear published 21 September 24

Just ignore the minor ‘attachments’.

Video Game Design & Gaming

Best games consoles

The best games console: choose from performance, value, retro and more

By Ian Dean last updated 2 October 24

Our video games specialist helps you choose the best games console for you, whether that's for performance or value.

PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary edition

The retro PS5 Pro will have strict preorder conditions in Japan

By Natalie Fear last updated 2 October 24

Sony’s found an interesting solution to scalpers.

AI

An image of AI art for the Dataland AI art museum

The world's first AI art museum will be a big test for the technology

By Joe Foley published 29 September 24

Dataland wants to show that AI art can be ethical – and that people want to see it.

A piece of art created by an AI art generator that won the Colorado State Fair art competition

People are "blatantly stealing my work," AI artist complains

By Joe Foley published 28 September 24

Controversial competition winner still hopes to copyright his AI art.

James Cameron joining Stability AI isn't the U-turn it's being painted as

By Joe Foley last updated 26 September 24

But it still sets up a battle in the industry.

Technology

The Boulies EP460 is on sale for Prime Day.

This excellent new budget office chair has $70 off for Prime Day in October

By Beren Neale published 3 October 24

With its ergonomic features, it's the best chair deal I can find right now.

Apple Pencil 2 vs Apple Pencil 1 vs Apple Pencil USB-C vs Apple Pencil Pro all on a green background

Every Apple Pencil compared: Apple Pencil 2 vs Apple Pencil 1, Pro and USB-C: which is best for you?

By Matt Bolton last updated 3 October 24

We pit Apple Pencil vs Apple Pencil 2, Pro and USB-C.

Phones & Tablets

Prime Day Samsung

The best Samsung deals ahead of Prime Day in October

By Beth Nicholls last updated 3 October 24

These Amazon Prime Day October Samsung deals are not to be missed.

Professional Development

4 ways to set yourself up for good designer-client relationships

By Patrick Llewellyn published 28 September 24

From how to frame feedback to avoiding scope creep, here's how to sidestep issues and work smarter from day one

Creative Careers

"Human touch remains irreplaceable in design”: a day in the life Nolan Cabeje

By Natalie Fear published 21 September 24

Ruca's co-founder and head of design discusses the rise of AI in the creative industries and the importance of prioritising experience over salary and status.

Creative Careers

How to paint vibrant creatures in Photoshop

By Bobby Chiu published 17 September 24

Creature designer Bobby Chiu explains how he develops a pen drawing into a fully painted fantasy creature that has its roots in reality.

Artistic Tips & Techniques

Creative Inspiration

23 number optical illusion

This simple number optical illusion is breaking my brain

By Natalie Fear published 3 October 24

I love a classic ambigram.

Optical Illusions

I don't know how to feel about that Burger King advert

By Rosie Hilder published 2 October 24

Fast food has never been so controversial.

An optical illusion called the Hering Illusion

This baffling optical illusion makes me question if I'm seeing straight

By Joe Foley published 30 September 24

And we're still not sure why it happens.

Optical Illusions

More Creativity Unleashed

Robbie Williams as a CGI monkey in new biopic Better Man

Robbie Williams will be played by a CGI monkey in new biopic (and I have so many questions)

By Natalie Fear published 3 October 24

"I've always seen myself a little less... evolved”.

Best games consoles

The best games console: choose from performance, value, retro and more

By Ian Dean last updated 2 October 24

Our video games specialist helps you choose the best games console for you, whether that's for performance or value.

Rumours poster

The Rumours film poster is pure chaos (and I love it)

By Natalie Fear published 2 October 24

Give me more motion design.

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