Jim McCauley

Jim McCauley

Jim McCauley is a writer, performer and cat-wrangler who started writing professionally way back in 1995 on PC Format magazine, and has been covering technology-related subjects ever since, whether it's hardware, software or videogames. A chance call in 2005 led to Jim taking charge of Computer Arts' website and developing an interest in the world of graphic design, and eventually led to a move over to the freshly-launched Creative Bloq in 2012. Jim now works as a freelance writer for sites including Creative Bloq, T3 and PetsRadar, specialising in design, technology, wellness and cats, while doing the occasional pantomime and street performance in Bath and designing posters for a local drama group on the side.

Articles by: Jim McCauley

A woman uses one of the best USB-C mouse options while sitting on a sofa and using a laptop

The best USB-C mouse in 2023

By Jon Stapley published

buying guide Find the best USB-C mouse for your PC, laptop or tablet.

Download Premiere Pro

Download Premiere Pro: Get the Adobe video editor free or with Creative Cloud

By Beren Neale published

Adobe Download Premiere Pro: your options explained.

An influencer uses one of the best ring lights

The best ring lights for Zoom, YouTube, streaming and more

By Jim McCauley, Jason Parnell-Brookes published

Photography Brighten things up with these handy ring lights.

Affinity Publisher, one of the best InDesign alternatives

The 7 best InDesign alternatives in 2023

By Tom May published

Software These are the best InDesign alternatives that don't require a monthly subscription.

Product shots of the Apple Watch Series 7 and Apple Watch SE

Apple Watch SE vs 7: which is the best choice?

By Jim McCauley published

Apple Apple Watch SE vs 7 compared.

Wix, one of the best free logo maker options

The best free logo maker to use in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

Digital Art The best free logo maker for creating awesome branding.

The best iPad cases on a coloured background

The best iPad cases in 2023 to protect your tablet

By Jim McCauley published

iPad The best iPad cases for every budget.

The best craft tables for cricut; a green wooden desk in a small room with crafting and stationary

The best craft tables for Cricut in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

Cricut Give yourself a head start, with the best craft tables for Cricut and other creative projects.

A shot of the best iPad mini 6 cases

The best iPad mini 6 cases in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

iPad mini The best iPad mini 6 cases available now.

One of the best photo scanners on a worktop beside a laptop and a selection of photos

The best photo scanners in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

Photography Digitise your favourite prints with the best photo scanners.

A shot of the best Nintendo Switch SD card against 2 popular Nintendo characters

Nintendo Switch SD card: the best memory cards for your console

By Jim McCauley published

Nintendo Expand your Nintendo Switch storage with an SD card.

product shots of 2 of the best Nintendo Switch travel cases

The best Nintendo Switch travel case to protect your console

By Jim McCauley published

Nintendo Top travel cases for every kind of Nintendo Switch.

A shot of a Nintendo Switch in the docking station against a screenshot from Breath of the Wild

Nintendo Switch docking station: The best dock for your console

By Jim McCauley published

gaming We've found some of the best Nintendo Switch docks for you.

A product shot of the best SSD for PS5

The best SSD for PS5

By Jim McCauley last updated

Hardware Here are the best PS5 SSDs available now.

MacBook Pro connected to best dock for MacBook Pro

The best dock for MacBook Pro in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

Hardware Out of ports? Find the best dock for your MacBook Pro to link up all the peripherals!

Some of the best Herman Miller chairs in a row at the comany's office

The best Herman Miller chairs in 2023: the ultimate guide

By Jim McCauley published

Tools Which is the best Herman Miller chair for you – Aeron, Mirra 2, Sayl, Cosm, Setu or Embody?

One of the best L-Shaped Computer Desks, the Sauder Northcott L-Shaped Desk

The best L-shaped computer desks in 2023

By Cat Ellis, Jim McCauley published

Give yourself more space to work with the best L-shaped computer desks.

Apple Pencil

The best iPad accessories in 2023

By Luke Edwards, Jim McCauley published

buying guide Enhance your tablet with the brilliant iPad accessories.

A desk with a laptop and one of the best monitors for working from home

The best monitors for working from home

By Michelle Rae Uy published

Graphic Design Treat yourself to a full-size screen for your home office.

A man uses one of the best AirPods alternatives, the Sony WH-1000XM4

The best AirPods alternatives in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

buying guide Cheaper or better? We've found all the best alternatives to AirPods.

A selection of the best HP laptops on a table

The best HP laptops in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

buying guide Whatever your needs, find the best HP laptops here.

A product image of the best MacBook webcam on a mac sat on a desk

The best MacBook webcam in 2023

By Jim McCauley last updated

Apple Find the best MacBook webcam for sharp streaming and crystal-clear Zoom calls.

Best MagSafe battery pack: iWALK Magnetic Wireless Power Bank on a desk

The best MagSafe battery pack in 2023

By Jim McCauley published

iPhone Keep your iPhone topped up with these MagSafe battery packs.

Best MagSafe wallet: Product shot of MOFT Snap-On Magnetic Phone Stand Magsafe Wallet

The best Magsafe wallet in 2023

By Jim McCauley last updated

iPhone We've found the best MagSafe wallets at a range of price points.

Super Mario Lego sets - person playing with Mario Lego set

The best Super Mario Lego sets in 2023

By Jim McCauley last updated

Lego Find the perfect Super Mario Lego set for you.

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