
Ian Evenden
Ian Evenden has been a journalist for over 20 years, starting in the days of QuarkXpress 4 and Photoshop 5. He now mainly works in Creative Cloud and Google Docs, but can always find a use for a powerful laptop or two. When not sweating over page layout or photo editing, you can find him peering at the stars or growing vegetables.
Latest articles by Ian Evenden

After trying CorelDRAW Go, I think it might be your online InDesign replacement
By Ian Evenden published
CorelDRAW GO is a graphic design web app with a lot of interesting capabilities, especially for online design.

I tested the new Asus ZenBook Duo – and it's perfect... except for one disappointing flaw
By Ian Evenden published
One screen good, two screens better.

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 (2025) review: A very good tablet that could be excellent
By Ian Evenden published
Excellent hardware combined with a wobbly software ecosystem.

Seagate Ultra Compact SSD (STMX1000400) review: small on the outside, big on the inside
By Ian Evenden published
A pocket-sized SSD that can keep up with the bigger boys

Cyberlink Promeo review: quick post generation with added AI
By Ian Evenden published
Cyberlink Promeo is a useful desktop app for quickly and easily putting together social media posts and adverts.

I've tested the ABS Cyclone Ruby gaming PC, and it could be a good option for creatives too
By Ian Evenden published
The ABS Cyclone Ruby has enough graphics power for video and rendering courtesy of some still-hot last-gen tech.

ABS Cyclone Aqua review: this affordable(ish) tower PC pushes the pixels
By Ian Evenden published
A games PC brings more grunt to your work

Google Pixel 8a review: all the AI, for less
By Ian Evenden published
Google’s lower-cost Pixel brings a lot of usability to the mid-range

Acer PD3 folding portable monitor review: a glorious tallscreen that will be useful for some
By Ian Evenden published
A big screen on the go

Dell Inspiron 14 (5441) review: cut-price Snapdragon performance
By Ian Evenden published
Dell’s final Inspiron prioritises battery life over graphics performance.

HP Omen 35L review: but seriously, it’s all fun and games
By Ian Evenden published
This may be a gaming PC, but designers will love it too.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition review: a snappy business dresser
By Ian Evenden published
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition oozes class and looks like it means business

ASUS Zenbook A14 review: this Copilot+ laptop’s been on a diet
By Ian Evenden published
Is the Zenbook A14 ASUS’ equivalent to the MacBook Air? Well, kinda...

Boulies Master Max office chair review: all work and play
By Ian Evenden published
The Boulies Master Max is a mid-range chair that bridges the gap between office and gaming.

HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 review: the Spectre gets an AI afterlife
By Ian Evenden published
The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 takes the Spectre line of 2-in-1 laptops into an AI-powered future

BenQ RD320U programming monitor review: cracking the code
By Ian Evenden published
A screen for anyone who likes to work in the dark, and still be able to see afterwards.

Asus ProArt Display PA27JCV review: a studio display without the Apple
By Ian Evenden published
The Asus ProArt Display PA27JCV packs an awful lot of pixels into a small space: is it the best monitor for graphic designers?

Xiaomi G Pro 27i review: it costs how much?
By Ian Evenden published
The Xiaomi G Pro 27i is a gaming monitor with a secret. Its mini-LED backlight makes it incredibly bright, and it’s well priced too.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ review: the best of both worlds
By Ian Evenden published
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10+ tablet has a lot to offer if it’s productivity and painting you’re after.

Seagate Game Drive review: console yourself with a fast external SSD
By Ian Evenden published
Small and beautifully formed, the Seagate Game Drive carries a PlayStation licence but performs well anywhere.

Google Pixel 9 Pro review: The AI flagship phone that’s surprisingly restrained
By Ian Evenden published
The Google Pixel 9 Pro looks great, but can it keep up with 2024’s other flagship releases?

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 review: everyday budget computing
By Ian Evenden published
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a compact 14-inch laptop with a plastic finish, average screen and great keyboard

HP ZBook Firefly 16 G11 review: nicely made laptop but with niche appeal
By Ian Evenden published
HP’s pro laptop offers a very specific set of skills - but is it too old-school now?
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