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Beat the rush for Black Friday laptop deals with these huge early offers

Erlingur Einarsson last updated 5 November 24

Massive savings on MacBook Air, MSI AI laptops and more.

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I'm surprised this rare Moleskine notebook price cut is still in action

Georgia Coggan published 5 November 24

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The best tablets for photo editing: here's how to touch up your images on the go

Kerrie Hughes last updated 5 November 24

These are the best tablets for photo editing that are available right now.

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How to plan and paint vibrant video game poster art: Duncan Fregredo shares his pro workflow

Ian Dean published 5 November 24

Creating the lively art for Revenge of the Savage Planet.

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These are the PS5 Pro games available at launch this week

Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Over 50 titles will be available for upgraded console.

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The best website builder for small businesses: start selling online today

Tom May last updated 5 November 24

Create a site your customers will love, with the best website builders for small businesses.

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How to use a monitor with the laptop closed

Tom May published 5 November 24

Our quick guide will get you set up in moments.

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Stunning Unreal Engine 5 tech demo generates intense debate

Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Could games really look like this?

Unreal Engine 5.4 graphics demo showing a Vespa in what looks like an Italian city — Stunning Unreal Engine 5 tech demo generates intense debate Could games really look like this?

Revenge of the Savage Planet; creating a poster art painting for a video game, two astronaut characters leap and shoot lasers — How to plan and paint vibrant video game poster art: Duncan Fregredo shares his pro workflow Creating the lively art for Revenge of the Savage Planet.

A typography trend for 2025 — From variable fonts to kinetic type, these typography trends could be big in 2025 Wix predicts the font design trends that will shape the next year.

MSCHF — "Like GTA in real life": How MSCHF became the most provocative art collective around We caught up with the group to discuss their favourite 'drops'.

Graphic Design

What is Cosmos, the Pinterest alternative for creatives?

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Great UI design and no 'likes' are drawing people to the new social media platform.

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12 of the best car logos on the road today

By Nick Carson last updated 4 November 24

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most recognisable car logos.

Digital Art

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Huion Kamvas Slate 10 review: a budget mobile drawing display that fails to impress

By Ian Dean published 5 November 24

Too basic for pros and hobbyists, this is a solid kid-friendly tablet.

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XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2) review: a fantastic drawing display for hobbyists and pros alike

By Ian Dean published 3 November 24

Beautiful colour and super accurate.

Blendbox AI art app

This impressive AI art tool gives control back to artists and "rethinks how AI art should work"

By Ian Dean published 31 October 24

Blendbox is a next-generation photo-bashing tool.

3D

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3D art of the week: Pietro Boldetti

By 3D World staff published 3 November 24

Behind the concept artist's Mother Reimagined series.

Impressive new tech can automatically map 3D spaces.

By Joe Foley published 3 November 24

ActiveSplat can autonomously make Gaussian splats 'on the fly'.

Branding & Advertising

What is Cosmos, the Pinterest alternative for creatives?

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Great UI design and no 'likes' are drawing people to the new social media platform.

Seven of the best car logos: the logos of Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volvo, Jaguar and Chevrolet on a yellow and pink gradient background

12 of the best car logos on the road today

By Nick Carson last updated 4 November 24

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most recognisable car logos.

Viral '80s logo redesigns are a nostalgic delight

By Daniel John published 4 November 24

Netflix, Google and more get the retro treatment on TikTok.

Film & VFX

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The best free video editing software: how to cut clips without the cost

By Tom May last updated 4 November 24

We select the best free video editing software available today.

Video Editing Software

Making science cinematic: how a studio brings scientific datasets to high-end VFX

By Joe Foley published 1 November 24

We learn how Lux Aeterna made the stunning VFX for Our Universe, Secrets of the Neanderthals and Solar System.

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The best upcoming VFX films of 2024

By Tanya Combrinck last updated 1 November 24

Follow the amazing work of top visual effects studios with our handy guide to the biggest VFX films coming out this year.

Video Game Design & Gaming

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The best Nintendo Switch deals

By Beren Neale last updated 1 November 24

This is the place to find the best Nintendo Switch deals.

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Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite: which should you buy?

By Beth Nicholls, Richard Priday last updated 30 October 24

Which Switch? That depends on how you want to play.

AI

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Spatial intelligence is set to revolutionise AI's understanding of the world

By Alex de Vigan published 4 November 24

A breakthrough in AI and 3D art.

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Adobe Firefly: everything you need to know about the AI image and video generator

By Ken Coleman last updated 2 November 24

Adobe's Firefly AI models can generate images, video and more.

AI just got more human – it can see optical illusions

By Joe Foley published 2 November 24

A researcher has trained an AI model to mimic the way illusions mess with our brains.

Technology

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The best value laptop: cheap laptops that still pack a punch

By Josephine Watson last updated 5 November 24

Looking for an affordable laptop? We've listed the best value options for a variety of use cases.

The best graphics cards: from Nvidia, AMD and MSI to Gigabyte

By Orestis Bastounis last updated 4 November 24

These are the best graphics cards available today across all budgets.

How to save money on a laptop: 6 expert tips to save you cash

By Alex Blake published 4 November 24

Getting a laptop for creative work doesn’t have to be expensive. Here’s how to save money on a new computer.

Professional Development

"The industry needs a resurgence of creativity": a day in the life John Roescher

By Natalie Fear published 4 November 24

Raw Materials' CEO discusses battling sameness in design with a balance of "rigour and romance".

Creative Careers

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How to draw hands

By Brynn Metheney, Stan Prokopenko published 29 October 24

Learn how to draw hands (and to do it well) with our experts' step-by-step guide.

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'We've baked sustainability into our creative process': a day in the life of packaging designer Dane Whitehurst

By Natalie Fear published 28 October 24

Burgopak's creative director discusses what the packaging industry needs to improve for a greener future.

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I'm already seeing better Cricut Black Friday deals than last year – this is a great sign

By Ian Dean last updated 5 November 24

Great prices on the Cricut Maker, EasyPress, Joy and more.

Digital Crafting

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These bizarre AI billboards are a dystopian nightmare

By Natalie Fear published 3 November 24

Who thought laser eyes were a good idea?

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How to paint in renaissance style

By Howard Lyon last updated 30 October 24

Discover how studying an Old Master can give us invaluable insights into their process, aesthetics and techniques.

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The best free video editing software: how to cut clips without the cost

By Tom May last updated 4 November 24

We select the best free video editing software available today.

Video Editing Software

Making science cinematic: how a studio brings scientific datasets to high-end VFX

By Joe Foley published 1 November 24

We learn how Lux Aeterna made the stunning VFX for Our Universe, Secrets of the Neanderthals and Solar System.

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The best Nintendo Switch deals

By Beren Neale last updated 1 November 24

This is the place to find the best Nintendo Switch deals.

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