Beth Nicholls
Beth is Creative Bloq’s Ecommerce Writer and has the fun job of finding you the very best prices and deals on creative tech. Beth kicked off her journalistic career writing for Digital Camera World, and has since earned bylines on TechRadar too. With a Masters degree in Photography, Beth loves getting to tinker with new cameras, especially camera phones, as the resident Samsung fan on the team. Her background working as a tester for CeX let her play around with all kinds of weird and wonderful products, including robots, and she’s recently gotten into 3D printing too. Outside of CB, you’ll find her gaming on her PS5, photographing local shows under the alias Bethshootsbands, and making TikToks of her dog, Tilly.
Latest articles by Beth Nicholls
![best iPhone for photography](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nDCX5GxTWwreYhfPXxvEhb-320-80.jpg)
The best iPhone for photography: fully tested by our expert team
By Beth Nicholls last updated
We reveal the best iPhone for photography right now, based on our hands-on experience
![Anycubic Kobra 3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rkNceLKWS53Sg4gm4qyfrQ-320-80.jpg)
Anycubic is slashing 3D printer prices this weekend only – get the Kobra 3 for just $259
By Beth Nicholls published
Save big on Anycubic's Kobra range as well as its Photon Mono resin printers.
![Nintendo Switch 2 official first look](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uXZRgbSe2nanCq5z67beo8-320-80.jpg)
How to register your interest in the Nintendo Switch 2
By Beth Nicholls published
Pre-orders aren't live just yet but you can still prepare to beat the queues with retailers like Best Buy.
![Camera Phone shootout: Honor Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung S24 Ultra, Honor Magic 7 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uo6NmPXZtAUXTGCgS7Sqrb-320-80.jpg)
Camera phone shoot out: Samsung S24 Ultra Vs Honor Magic 7 Pro
By Beth Nicholls published
News I think this is as close as we've gotten to smartphones being able to replace digital cameras.
![Honor Porsche Magic 7 RSR](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T7zZVFyzTbHTSqBbsPcrfK-320-80.jpg)
This Porsche X Honor smartphone collab validates an unexpected tech trend
By Beth Nicholls published
This Honor X Porsche collab is setting the way for new tech trends.
![Nintendo Switch 2 official first look](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4DKrDPwpfecBTzoHRtBuo8-320-80.jpg)
Everybody stay calm! Nintendo has finally revealed the Switch 2
By Beth Nicholls published
I love the modern design but I'm kinda sad about the Joy-Con colours.
![POCO X7](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P3PV27N9YoBwHLytqT47hZ-320-80.jpg)
Wait! This new AI smartphone has Google Gemini and a 50MP camera – and costs less than £200!?
By Beth Nicholls published
The Poco X7 series is ideal for creatives seeking flagship-level power in an affordable and flexible package.
![Honor Magic 7 Lite Not so Fragile test](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Etg4u6ojuYj2bv8HY4TnuY-320-80.jpg)
The 7 ways I attempted to destroy the Honor Magic 7 Lite
By Beth Nicholls published
Honor’s new ultra-tough smartphone really lives up to its rep.
![Kobra S1 Combo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/czAB3tLpxZoTaQEToxu8Qm-320-80.png)
Anycubic is coming for Bambu Lab with its latest S1 Combo printer
By Beth Nicholls published
Make it big, make it brilliant is Anycubic's new slogan, and I'm very intrigued.
![CES 2025](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/v9hmCZtjrP23hXWYSf799M-320-80.jpg)
The weird and wonderful CES gadgets I didn't know I needed
By Beth Nicholls published
The weird and wonderful CES gadgets that I didn’t know I needed.
![Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra hands-on](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gMkoaZkvYagtaLaLqKTcNg-320-80.jpg)
I’ve spent one week so far learning to 3D print with resin – and I’m tired
By Beth Nicholls published
There aren’t enough YouTube tutorials in the world to prepare you for resin printing.
![Apple Xmas event Battersea](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SNHWM4aFyXYnR7Pz6rzAMH-320-80.jpg)
Got a new Apple device? Here are a few top tips to get you started
By Beth Nicholls published
We know it's exciting, but make sure your device is secure and set up correctly before you start tinkering with it.
![Loop earplugs Quiet 2 Mint](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bwBSEvAYEYkvznbVEGiHNV-320-80.jpg)
Do Loop earplugs really help with creativity?
By Beth Nicholls published
Buying Advice I've been wearing Loop earplugs for a few months now and the verdict is positive.
![2025 New Year resolutions](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Anrv9tHrmztrE9KMXmLfiZ-320-80.jpg)
My New Year's resolution is to get better at digital crafting – and here’s my plan
By Beth Nicholls published
From 3D printing with resin materials to creating my own Cricut decals, I’m hoping 2025 will be a great year to learn more skills in digital crafting.
![Switch controller vs Joy-Con](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n5AY27w5K6PgRhepLJAyCg-320-80.jpg)
3 reasons why you should opt for a controller over a Joy-Con this Christmas
By Beth Nicholls published
Buying Advice Joy-Cons have a lot of faults, and now I've switched (pardon the pun) I'd never go back.
![Nintendo Switch 2 concept](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SL6u9HZkkw66fToi4W7fxT-320-80.png)
Everything we know about the Nintendo Switch 2
By Beth Nicholls, Daniel John last updated
It might be just leaks, rumours, and speculation for now – but pretty soon we'll know more about the upcoming console.
![Xencelabs Pen Display 16 deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GUxLFVAKgScNPVs8gNnsYo-320-80.jpg)
One of our favourite drawing tablets for digital artists has an amazing Christmas offer
By Beth Nicholls published
Get the Xencelabs Pen Display 16 with a free Quick Keys Remote (worth $99.99).
![PlayStation Holiday Sale](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ALyGfZa4ACcksTUJwGHnA6-320-80.png)
Need a new game to play over Christmas? PlayStation's Holiday Sale has arrived at the perfect time
By Beth Nicholls last updated
I'm probably going to end up buying Palworld.
![ASUS laptops comparison](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oEsKxi5ecetLNsiJFoJ3EF-320-80.jpg)
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.
![YUNZII ACTTO B303 typewriter keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vDjMxU6FqPt5qXcut4mjBi-320-80.jpg)
I bought this retro typewriter for my tablet – and now it's on sale!
By Beth Nicholls published
Save 30% on this stylish Bluetooth keyboard that's compatible with phones, tablets, and laptops.
![Honor's Christmas sale](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/serraQJdsuDtPMewRYgvz4-320-80.jpg)
Honor's Christmas sale has some exceptional deals including £400 off the Magic V3 foldable
By Beth Nicholls published
Honor has some mega deals on tech for its UK Christmas sale.
![Product render of the dbrand Killswitch case on a black background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7dTzhBNh5goDHyNHP78iCA-320-80.gif)
We might finally have the name and logo confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2
By Beth Nicholls published
Leaks reveal that it's not the Super Nintendo Switch, or Switch Pro, but will, in fact, be called the Nintendo Switch 2.
![AI smartphone survey SellCell](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DCU3A8vfdbtTcdTCsy8uSj-320-80.jpg)
Uh oh, up to 87% of smartphone users don't like AI features
By Beth Nicholls published
Improved AI features from Samsung could sway iPhone users to jump ship.
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