Latest articles by Tom May
The best branding happens when we embrace our collective stupidity
Should we correct misconceptions, or lean into them instead?
How the UK's social media ban could transform graphic design hiring
An under-16s ban could reshape who gets hired by agencies.
The best laptops for programming: Perfect devices for coding on the go
These are the top-rated laptops for developers and coders.
The best AI laptops: Future-proof your creative work with an onboard NPU
They all offer power, display quality and portability.
How to get Apple's student discount: $100 off most products!
Save hundreds with these generous discounts.
The best easels for painting
Our experts pick the best easels for painting available today.
In the age of social media, do designers still need a website in 2026?
We asked five industry experts for their verdict.
Six common font pairing mistakes and how to avoid them
Veteran designers explain where you might be going wrong.
The best iPad alternatives – the Apple tablet isn't the best for everything!
Alternatives from Microsoft, Samsung, ASUS, Xiaomi and more.
I already loved this unusual dual-screen laptop, and now its AI upgrades have made it faster and more efficient
A big boost to creative workflows.
007 First Light has a secret Jaguar Type 00 – is the rebrand redeemed?
As IO Interactive prepares to launch its long-awaited Bond origin story, Jaguar's product placement could be an important moment for its shaky reputation.
Why are senior creatives so desperate to impress their Gen Z interns?
At All Flows conference, one throwaway line stopped the room.
The 'dejoying' of McDonald's has lost me as a customer, and I'm not alone
Colour and wonder have been swapped for sterile minimalism.
Can the 2026 FIFA World Cup become the global Super Bowl of advertising?
With billions watching, brands are asking whether the World Cup is advertising's next big opportunity.
As violence breaks out over design drops, who's taking responsibility?
People are coming to blows over brands, and it needs to stop.
I went to Reggio Emilia for the art, Kate Middleton went for education, and we both discovered something amazing
This Italian city passionately believes that art is for the people.
The 9 best monitors for video editors you can buy today
These are the best monitors for video editing.
It's official: arts and culture slows down ageing. So why aren't we doing more of it?
Painting, singing and visiting galleries all extend your lifespan.
The best video editing apps
Use the best video editing apps to edit video on your phone or tablet.
Buying a Mac just got more expensive – but this time, it’s not Apple’s fault
The $599 / £599 Mac mini has been killed by the AI revolution.
This is the most magical thing Disney's made in a long time
Moana, Anna and Mirabel all use sign language in these songs.
How the heck do creatives choose between iPad and Mac in 2026?
The iPad Air is now more powerful than the MacBook Neo.
The best laptops for writers: the perfect platform to pen your masterpiece
Find the perfect laptop for writing your next masterpiece.
