Beren Neale
Beren has worked on creative tech magazines and websites at Future Publishing for over 13 years. Cutting his teeth as Staff Writer on the digital art magazine ImagineFX, in 2012 he found himself bridging the magazine/website divide as Commissioning Editor on the newly launched Creative Bloq. Since then he moved up to lead ImagineFX, was Launch Editor of the fine art magazine Paint & Draw, moved to Canon Pro Europe website as Deputy Editor, and then edited the graphic design magazine Computer Arts. In 2020 he moved back to Creative Bloq, the biggest global art and design website, as Deals Editor. Now as Ecom Editor, when he's not testing and reviewing the best ergonomic office chairs, phones, laptops, TVs, monitors and various types of storage, he helps digital creatives get the best deals on the kit that they need and love. Outside of work, Beren likes rock climbing and dancing to James Brown. Only James Brown.
Latest articles by Beren Neale
![A woman feels her back as she sits at a desk.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aFYXDrFXHcJdusMPAyj9sE-320-80.jpg)
Are you sitting comfortably? Dr Lindsey Migliore explodes the myths around good posture and how to choose an office chair
By Beren Neale published
Turns out healthy sitting is easier than you'd think.
![A shot of the various best magic keyboard alternatives on a colourful pink background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vdiJYRcywspazC6nDhZUw6-320-80.jpg)
The best Magic Keyboard alternatives
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the best Magic Keyboard alternatives on sale today.
![Three of the best conference room webcams](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DJkjXiJGFY6qJpZ3kmgr7N-320-80.jpg)
The best conference room webcams
By Beren Neale last updated
Take a look at our pick of the best conference room webcams to enhance your virtual meetings and keep everyone in the picture.
![Three of the best photo scanners on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qUGxmDeAye72RXaLfxNEuF-320-80.jpg)
The best photo scanners
By Beren Neale last updated
Digitise your favourite prints with the best photo scanners.
![The MacBook M3 Max, in an office set up.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TKV8SxbPDbdV8BduNifvpS-320-80.jpg)
What Apple did to the MacBook Pro M3 specs is a slap in the face for 2D creators
By Beren Neale published
I thought the MacBook Pro was meant to be for all creatives.
![Cricut Maker 3 bundle deals](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/55BupDDBZyx5ybfHp7RXej-320-80.jpg)
The best Cricut Maker 3 bundle deals
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the pick of the best Day Cricut Maker 3 bundle deals for value, variety and crafting fun.
![MacBook M3 Pro deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SbADevKg8auiC6LGx4CrqU-320-80.jpg)
The best Macbook Pro M3 prices
By Beth Nicholls, Beren Neale published
The best prices on the mightiest MacBook Pro in both 14 and 16-inch display sizes.
![The Hinomi X1 chair, up against a white, curved wall.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PZiAHcCsR3gNsuawHgYiRf-320-80.jpg)
Hinomi X1 ergonomic chair review: is it too feature-filled for its own good?
By Beren Neale published
This is a solid entry into the mid-to-high-end ergo chair market.
![Three of the best laptops for watching movies on an orange background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CpzVMNchDNmv4XTBa6vLn5-320-80.jpg)
The best laptops for watching movies
By Tom May, Beren Neale last updated
Discover the best laptops for watching movies and streaming.
![Memorial Day Apple Watch Series 9 deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NypFPwqvLxPkNpPF4ApPEc-320-80.jpg)
Apple Watch Series 9 price slashed by $70
By Joe Foley last updated
The GPS version of the latest Apple Watch 9 is well worth tracking.
![The Creative Bloq Memorial Day sale deals.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sMuRA4nAQxc32B9DDrFYvn-320-80.jpg)
Memorial Day iPad deals: You can still save on the new iPad Pro and Air
By Beren Neale last updated
Memorial Day has ended, but the best iPad deals haven't.
![Our favourite budget art printer in on sale for Memorial Day.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aP9a3YPyJsxbvKiVKmbR4a-320-80.jpg)
Our favourite budget art printer is nearly half price for Memorial Day!
By Beren Neale published
Pay $99.99 and get limitless quality art prints.
![A pair of AirPods Pro in detail.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xc7g9A49GWdbsvcMsPBk77-320-80.jpg)
This Memorial Day AirPods Pro 2 deal is a no-brainer
By Beren Neale published
The latest Gen of Pro AirPods for $189? Sign me up!
![Three budget chairs are on sale this Memorial Day.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YKY7zh4giuYvNF7PYuevt6-320-80.jpg)
Not to brag, but I've found the 3 best office chair deals this Memorial Day
By Beren Neale published
The cheapest is under $170!
![A product shot of multiple iPad Airs against a colourful background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rKBwDDwC2idDZqjY5YaG2F-320-80.jpg)
The best iPad Air 5 prices
By Beren Neale last updated
Apple's iPad Air 5th-generation is now cheaper than ever, and we've collated the best iPad Air 5 prices and deals available.
![Macbook Pro M2 prices](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/596Rcobqyjig6RJznXeR8F-320-80.jpg)
The best Macbook Pro M2 prices
By Beren Neale last updated
The Macbook Pro M2 models come with powerful M2 Pro and Max chips, and are available in 14-inch and 16-inch formats.
![A side shot of the Verve chair against a book shelf.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZnJWfZAnam8atZP4cjAPE8-320-80.jpg)
The 5 best alternatives to Herman Miller chairs
By Beren Neale last updated
These stylish chairs are the best alternatives to Herman Miller
![Our three top picks of the best Herman Miller chairs.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UT2D3QycdnvtizKeq5Do5N-320-80.jpg)
The best Herman Miller chairs ranked
By Beren Neale last updated
Discover the best Herman Miller chairs for style and comfort.
![Apple AirPods Max prices](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Z7GhEFmNEBFRDzjzW9Meeh-320-80.jpg)
The best AirPods Max prices in February 2025
By Beren Neale last updated
These Apple AirPods Max prices can't be beat.
![The Embody chair's back on a blue background.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jbh9dgyx9to3R4xqZZm2QY-320-80.jpg)
My all-time favourite office chair has 20% off for Memorial Day
By Beren Neale published
The Embody offers cloud-like comfort, and comes with a killer warranty.
![A Boulies NUBI Series chair sitting in a home office](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s3UrH42DcfKisEtebo5bcP-320-80.jpg)
Boulies NUBI chair review: Compact but comfortable and stylish
By Cesci Angell, Beren Neale last updated
It's snug, comfortable and highly adjustable - but there are better builds out there.
![The two new iPad Pros – 11- and 13-inch models.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jKk3ueTSzGUDrv4nLiCu2E-320-80.jpg)
The best iPad Pro M4 prices
By Beren Neale last updated
Apple's latest 2024 iPad Pro model has been given a big power boost with the M4 chip, and there's a 13-inch option too.
![Three of the best USB-C monitors on a yellow background.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q9qjUsVH9rZx5kXWvqLCZC-320-80.jpg)
Get the best USB-C monitors
By Beren Neale last updated
Find the best USB-C monitors for Mac and Windows in our bespoke guide.
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