Matt Hanson

Matt has been a technology journalist for well over a decade, writing for publications such as T3, MacFormat and Creative Bloq. He's a senior editor of TechRadar, Creative Bloq's sister site, where he can be found writing about and reviewing laptops, computers, monitors and more. He often writes for Creative Bloq, helping creatives find their perfect laptop or PC.

Articles by: Matt Hanson

Hand using best stylus for Android on tablet surface

The best stylus for Android tablets and phones in 2022

By Matt Hanson, Beren Neale published 23 May 22

Android Choosing the best stylus for Android devices can transform your tech into an essential creative tool.

two graphic designers use one of the best laptops for graphic design

The best laptops for graphic design in 2022

By Orestis Bastounis, Matt Hanson published 23 May 22

Hardware Kit yourself out with one of these top laptops for graphic designers.

the best ultrawide monitor: BenQ EX3501R

The best ultrawide monitor in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 16 May 22

Tools Boost your workflow with one of the best ultrawide monitors.

Best student laptops: a person sat on the floor using a laptop next to a stack of books

The best student laptops for school, college and university in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 13 May 22

Hardware These are the best student laptops.

The best Chromebook in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 12 May 22

buying guide The best Chromebooks can be effective - and affordable - laptops for your creative work.

Surface Pro 6 vs Surface Pro 7 - images of the devices on a template

Surface Pro 6 vs Surface Pro 7: still a good buy in 2022?

By Matt Hanson published 12 May 22

Tools Or should you go for a newer model?

The best mouse in 2022 for PCs, laptops and tablets

By Natalie Steers, Matt Hanson published 10 May 22

Tools Find the perfect mouse for work and play.

The best monitors for PS5 in 2022

By Matt Hanson, Beren Neale published 29 April 22

Hardware Enhance your gaming experience with these top monitors.

The best USB-C monitors in 2022: top screens that can charge your laptop

By Matt Hanson published 29 April 22

Hardware Pair your MacBook or Windows laptop with a USB-C monitor.

The best laptop for animation in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 28 April 22

Web Design Looking for the best laptops for animation? We have you covered.

Best laptops for programming: laptop on desk with coding on screen

The best laptops for programming in 2022

By Orestis Bastounis, Matt Hanson published 26 April 22

Web Design The best laptops for easy and efficient coding.

The best tablets for students in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 26 April 22

buying guide These are the best tablets for students right now.

Acer Aspire 5 (2022)

By Matt Hanson published 21 April 22

Review A no-nonsense laptop for working on.

The best TV for PS5 in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 1 April 22

buying guide Find the best TV for PS5 and level up your gaming.

The best graphics cards in 2022

By Orestis Bastounis, Matt Hanson published 1 April 22

Tools These are the best graphics cards available today.

Woman drawing with one of the best Huion drawing tablets

The best Huion drawing tablets in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 1 April 22

Tools Huion drawing tablets are excellent for artists on a budget - find the right one for you.

Young girl drawing on one of the best drawing tablets for kids

The best drawing tablets for kids in 2022

By Matt Hanson, Jon Stapley published 1 April 22

Digital Art Encourage budding artists with a child-friendly drawing tablet.

Man editing video timeline on one of the best computers for video editing

The best video editing computer in 2022: the ideal desktop PCs for video editors

By Matt Hanson, Jess Weatherbed published 30 March 22

Tools These are the best video editing computers in 2021 across a range of budgets.

Best PS5 external hard drives: Sony Playstation 5 and controller standing upright on reflective surface

Best PS5 external hard drives: top PlayStation 5 storage

By Matt Hanson, Beren Neale published 29 March 22

Hardware Find the best PS5 external hard drives, whatever your requirements.

Most powerful laptops: Apple MacBook Pro laptop, part closed wih Retina display showing bright colors

The most powerful laptops in 2022

By Matt Hanson, Jess Weatherbed published 28 March 22

Tools Here are the fastest, most powerful laptops around, perfect for heavy workloads and demanding applications.

Apple Studio Display review

By Matt Hanson published 25 March 22

Review The Studio Display is Apple's 27-inch monitor aimed at creatives, but is it worth buying?

Mac Studio review

By Matt Hanson published 22 March 22

Review We check out Apple’s latest Mac, aimed at creative professionals.

Best MacBook for video editing on black background, half closed with screen illuminated

The best MacBook for video editing in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 15 March 22

Apple If you're looking for the best MacBook or Mac PC for video editing, we can help.

The best gaming monitors: a monitor sits on a desk surrounded by headphones and controllers

Best gaming monitors in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 4 March 22

Video games The best gaming monitors can be judged on resolution, refresh rate, and size. We've selected the best for your needs.

best laptops for game development: two game developers using a laptop and VR headset in an office

The best laptops for game development in 2022

By Matt Hanson published 28 February 22

Digital Art With one of the best laptops for game development, you could be the next Miyamoto!