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

This esports gaming chair is made by the OG gaming chair brand – but how does it stand up to the competition?
By Beren Neale published
DXRacer's Drifting is an affordable chair that hits lots of high notes (and a couple of bum notes, too).

Sitting pretty! Iconic chair maker Herman Miller explains what good posture should look like and what makes a chair ergonomic
By Beren Neale last updated
An ergonomic office chair can protect your back and posture.

These 17 gloriously designed offices are certain to bring a smile to your face
By Beren Neale last updated
These unique design offices ensure employees stay stimulated.

The super fast 1TB SSD hard drive that I own (and love) just got a decent Memorial Day deal
By Beren Neale last updated
Creatives rejoice! There are deals on the 1TB and 2TB models of both the X9 and X10 Pro.

All the iPad models that are currently available (and worth buying)
By Beren Neale last updated
This iPad generations list brings you all the best iPad models for digital creatives.

I've just secured an exclusive discount on the earbuds that I own for all Creative Bloq readers
By Beren Neale published
The Soundcore Liberty 5 headphones are now £90 for Memorial Day.

This office chair deal may only have $10 off, but I think it's the best Memorial Day sale furniture deal so far
By Beren Neale published
These Black Friday deals are heating up!

This iPad deal for Memorial Day may be a month old, but it's still an all-time low price
By Beren Neale published
It's not for the pros, but the standard iPad is excellent for streaming and mobile gaming.

How to clean an office chair
By Beren Neale last updated
We've put together some tips on the best ways to clean an office chair, whether it's made from fabric, mesh, leather or plastic materials.

How to sit properly in an office chair
By Beren Neale last updated
Save your back, with our guide to how to sit properly in a chair

My pocket-sized 2TB hard drive may be a marvel of technology… but it also makes me nervous
By Beren Neale published
I’ve been using it alongside my old hard drive, which needs a mains connection, and I’m conflicted.

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'.

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 fantastic price.

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 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.

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 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.

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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