
Tom May
Tom May is an award-winning journalist and author specialising in design, photography and technology. His latest book, The 50th Greatest Designers, was released in June 2025. He's also author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity, published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine.
Latest articles by Tom May

How to keep laptops cool: don't let your portable PC overheat
By Tom May published
Overheating causes slowdowns and crashes, so here's how to keep your laptop cool, even on the warmest days.

What requirements do you need for a graphic design laptop?
By Beth Nicholls last updated
Buying Advice This is everything you need to know when buying a laptop specifically for demanding creative design work.

How to make a laptop faster
By Tom May last updated
We share our top tips to make a laptop faster.

How to check your laptop's battery health
By Tom May published
We explain how, on both Windows and macOS.

Laptop vs desktop: which should you buy?
By Beth Nicholls last updated
Versus We explore the laptop vs desktop dilemma to help you make an informed choice.

Laptop vs tablet: which should you buy?
By Tom May last updated
Versus The lines between laptops and tablets are beginning to blur. So if you can't afford both, how do you choose?

Essential tools for graphic designers
By Tom May last updated
Equip your creative arsenal with these must-have tools.

10 graphic design trends to watch in 2025 (plus 4 to avoid)
By Tom May published
Designers share their predictions for the year ahead.

The biggest logo design trends for 2025 (and yes Jaguar gets a mention)
By Tom May published

How much RAM do I need? A guide for creative professionals
By Tom May published
Be sure your computer has enough RAM with our easy guide.

The best Google Fonts
By Tom May last updated
Free to download, these are the best Google Fonts.

The 12 best circular logos of all time
By Tom May last updated
Circular logo designs can have a powerful impact.

iPad Pro M2 vs iPad Pro M4: how Apple's premium tablets stack up
By Tom May published
Our iPad Pro M4 vs M2 comparison will help you choose.

The best free sans serif fonts
By Jim McCauley last updated
Update your font library with the best free sans serifs.

The 13 best social media platforms for artists and designers
By Tom May last updated
Where are the best social media platforms to share your art?

How to use a monitor with the laptop closed
By Tom May published
Our quick guide will get you set up in moments.

The best drawing app for Android: draw like a pro on your Android phone or tablet
By Tom May last updated
Create great digital art, with the best drawing app for Android.

The best typography of the 1980s, as chosen by design experts
By Tom May published
Discover how the 1980s transformed typography

Work healthier with the best standing desk converter
By Beren Neale last updated
Improve your productivity and health with one of the best standing desk converters.

The most powerful laptops
By Matt Hanson last updated
Power to the people Ideal for heavyweight tasks, these are the most powerful laptops.

The best 2-in-1 laptops for creatives
By Matt Hanson last updated
Switch between tablet and laptop, with the best 2-in-1 laptops.

The best typography of the 1990s, according to type experts
By Tom May published
From FF Blur to Comic Sans, these fonts defined the 90s.

The beginner's guide to flat design
By Tom May last updated
We explore the continuing trend for flat design.
Daily design news, reviews, how-tos and more, as picked by the editors.