
Beren Neale
Beren has worked on creative tech magazines and websites at Future Publishing for over 13 years. Cutting his teeth as Staff Writer on the digital art magazine ImagineFX, in 2012 he found himself bridging the magazine/website divide as Commissioning Editor on the newly launched Creative Bloq. Since then he moved up to lead ImagineFX, was Launch Editor of the fine art magazine Paint & Draw, moved to Canon Pro Europe website as Deputy Editor, and then edited the graphic design magazine Computer Arts. In 2020 he moved back to Creative Bloq, the biggest global art and design website, as Deals Editor. Now as Ecom Editor, when he's not testing and reviewing the best ergonomic office chairs, phones, laptops, TVs, monitors and various types of storage, he helps digital creatives get the best deals on the kit that they need and love. Outside of work, Beren likes rock climbing and dancing to James Brown. Only James Brown.
Latest articles by Beren Neale

I picked the best laptops for photo editing: Beautiful screens and packed with power
By Matt Hanson last updated
Full of power, these are the best laptops for photo editing.

If you're a video editor, these are the 8 monitors that we'd recommend
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the best monitors for video editing whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out.

We've reviewed external hard drives over 1,000s of hours, and these are the 12 that cover all pro needs
By Beren Neale last updated
Keep all your files in safe storage with the best external hard drives and the best SSD hard drives currently available today.

How to build a website in Shopify: 6 pro tips from the horse's mouth
By Beren Neale published
We enlisted an expert agency to break down the key to success.

How Harry Potter inspired an innovative new digital frame design
By Beren Neale published
The secret sauce is its 'dithering algorithm'.

Keep your tech juiced for longer with the best power banks available
By Beren Neale last updated
Discover the best power bank charger for iPhone and other devices.

iPad generations: every iPad model listed and compared
By Beren Neale last updated
This iPad generations list brings you all the best iPad models for digital creatives.

The best monitors for graphic artists, tested and chosen by experts
By Beren Neale last updated
Boost your accuracy with the best monitors for graphic artists.

The best laptops for drawing and digital art: Find beautiful screens, perfect for artists
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Discover the best laptop for drawing digitally with a stylus.

Branch Ergonomic Chair review: A budget chair that's a treat for your wallet (and your butt)
By Beren Neale published
Offering an affordable option in their three-chair range, Branch has produced a comfortable chair with ergo flex, at a

I think I've found the best Logitech mouse – and it's not the one that looks like a melted toad
By Beren Neale published
Having compared 3 of the most ergonomic mice out there, there's only one I'd buy.

The best laptops for video editing: These powerhouses make editing a breeze
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the best laptops for video editing available today.

The best Nintendo Switch Pro Controller prices
By Beth Nicholls, Beren Neale last updated
Get the lowest Nintendo Switch Pro Controller prices around.

Listen up! Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders open on 9 April
By Beren Neale published
Give yourself the best chance to get yourself a brand new Switch 2 on 5 June.

Tired of Adobe and the big tech giants? Here's how I created my ideal Open Source Creative Workstation (and it's very cheap)
By Lance Evans published
It may be daunting at first, but successfully transitioning to Open Source digital production is achievable.

The best MacBook for programming: Don't waste your time and money on the wrong MacBook
By Matt Hanson last updated
If you're a coder and an Apple fan, you'll want to see this list.

Flexispot BS5 office chair: It looks nice and is affordable, but there are unforgivable flaws
By Beren Neale published
Flexispot produces a number of value chairs with a variety of designs, and the BS5 is one of their better looking options.

The best Herman Miller alternatives: class office chairs at a fraction of the price
By Beren Neale last updated
These stylish chairs are the best alternatives to Herman Miller

The new Folio Society book designs just dropped and I can't stop looking at them
By Beren Neale published
From The Book Thief to Pompeii, these books are utterly stunning.

The only commercially available 8K monitor is on sale with $1,771 off, and I'm intrigued
By Beren Neale published
From spreadsheets to Spotify, sometimes all you need is a simple display.

ASUS just revealed the first-ever 8K Mini LED monitor (but I think you should buy this 4K one instead)
By Beren Neale published
Their new ProArt 4K OLED monitor has all the hallmarks of a best-selling classic for HDR content.

Get a standing desk and feel better at work
By Beren Neale last updated
The best standing desk deals will help you avoid back pain (and could change your life).

As an art lover, I'd rather buy this new e-paper digital art frame than an art TV
By Beren Neale published
Its approach to 'calm technology' could change the way you view your favourite art.
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