Erlingur Einarsson
Erlingur is the Tech Reviews Editor on Creative Bloq. Having worked on magazines devoted to Photoshop, films, history, and science for over 15 years, as well as working on Digital Camera World and Top Ten Reviews in more recent times, Erlingur has developed a passion for finding tech that helps people do their job, whatever it may be. He loves putting things to the test and seeing if they're all hyped up to be, to make sure people are getting what they're promised. Still can't get his wifi-only printer to connect to his computer.
Latest articles by Erlingur Einarsson
![Three of the best monitors for working from home on a yellow background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PACJuZknxoQYjxnCpKRmQ9-320-80.jpg)
The best monitors for working from home
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Treat yourself to a full-size screen for your home office.
![An ASUS ProArt PZ13 laptop on a wooden desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3vLpGZL9PAAtWWHMKgdNa5-320-80.jpg)
ASUS ProArt PZ13 review: cool, capable 2-in-1 Studiobook-lite laptop is surprisingly rugged
By Erlingur Einarsson published
ASUS enters the Qualcomm PC era in considerable style.
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The best lightweight laptops: how to get serious power in a portable package
By Josephine Watson last updated
Discover the best lightweight laptops on sale today.
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The most powerful laptops
By Matt Hanson last updated
Power to the people Ideal for heavyweight tasks, these are the most powerful laptops.
![Three of the best laptops with battery life in mind.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HdbBqDwB446dtVuHRTBP6a-320-80.jpg)
The best laptops for battery life: enough power for a full day's work
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Live long and prosper Keep working for longer, with the best laptops for battery life.
![Product shots of the various best 2-in-1 laptops on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/o9XY8YNBr6QoDm7KpqSdfB-320-80.jpg)
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.
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“Every few weeks there’s something new” - PhotoShelter’s CEO on keeping up in a demanding tech world
By Erlingur Einarsson published
CEO Andrew Fingerman talks exclusively to Creative Bloq about AI, digital asset management and the importance of keeping it simple.
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How we test laptops for graphic design: benchmarking explained
By Erlingur Einarsson published
We explain how we benchmark, and the minimum scores a laptop needs to make it worthy of recommending to graphic designers.
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Missed out on Prime Day? Don't stress. These PS5 game deals are still live for now.
By Beth Nicholls last updated
These Prime Day Playstation 5 game deals are pretty epic and not to be missed.
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Forget MacBook Air, the faster, lighter ASUS Zenbook S 13 has $200 off for Prime Day
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Incredible value for under a grand.
![A pair of Chromebooks on a green/yellow background next to the text Price Drop Prime Day](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ftp2fNVN6ovQjDK3ZrHaQ6-320-80.jpg)
The actually good Chromebook Prime Day deals are not all on Amazon
By Erlingur Einarsson published
It pays to shop around.
![Two laptops on an orange/red background next to the letters Editor's Pick Prime Day](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cUd4E3WhepfWMyNtu3NXFW-320-80.jpg)
Unless you're going for one of these 5 Prime Day laptop deals, I'd wait for Black Friday
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Save up to $613 on Apple laptops now.
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6 Samsung Prime Day deals you don't want to miss
By Beth Nicholls last updated
These Amazon Prime Day October Samsung deals are not to be missed.
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I'm recommending the iPhone 16 Plus over the Pro and I'm as surprised as you are
By Erlingur Einarsson published
After a week with both models, it's clear to me which is the best for most people.
![An ultramarine blue iPhone 16 on a wooden desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oqVEUhkL6X5UC4CJeGQSCf-320-80.jpg)
Apple iPhone 16 Plus review: with a big screen and the latest chipset, this is my recommended iPhone 16
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Very close to the 16 Pro in performance, the iPhone 16 Plus has a big screen and all the essential features most users will need...
![An iPhone 16 Pro on a wooden desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ABGZuL7Tdjwwf5aM89e25G-320-80.jpg)
Apple iPhone 16 Pro review: most powerful iPhone yet continues Apple's streak of evolution over revolution
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Made for ease of use over technological novelty, the iPhone 16 Pro still has plenty of grunt on the inside.
![A blue Huawei Matebook X Pro laptop on a wooden desk, in front of blue and orange LED lights.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hahjtjrntAmzsUbUKwWD8F-320-80.jpg)
Huawei Matebook X Pro (2024) review: a near-perfect ultraportable laptop
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The latest Huawei Matebook X Pro is not only the best-looking lightweight laptop I've tested all year, it's also the best. If only it had more ports...
![A silver Acer Swift 3 laptop on a light wooden desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pJUX9DLWDrdctkjikJtnZ-320-80.jpg)
Acer Swift 3 review: student laptop aces the back-to-school test, has room for graphic improvement
By Erlingur Einarsson published
The Acer Swift 3 is a lightweight and affordable all-around laptop for students, but some compromises limit its scope.
![Three of the best iPad cases on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eHLWTAxFao3eWBuduWApTc-320-80.jpg)
The best iPad cases to protect your tablet
By Joe Foley last updated
Discover the best iPad cases for every use and budget.
![An ASUS ProArt PX13 Windows laptop on a white table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/stVUJv9zsjdaSTNeUo2yde-320-80.jpg)
We're in a golden age of Windows laptop PCs right now
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Dual screens, built-in dials, 2-in-1s, unholy power, beautiful screens: I've never been more excited.
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nubia Z60S Pro review: powerful, bulky midrange phone has a camera on par with many flagships
By Erlingur Einarsson published
You may not have heard of nubia before, but something (that is, the camera, power and experience of using the Z60S Pro) tells me we'll be seeing a lot more of it in the future...
![A black ASUS ProArt P16 laptop sitting on stone paving](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/34eCfYm4rc9xn8R9SwBW9g-320-80.jpg)
ASUS ProArt P16 review: like a MacBook Pro, but better
By Erlingur Einarsson published
ASUS has hit a home run with its expanded ProArt laptop lineup, and the P16 is a proud creative flagbearer.
![A BenQ RD280U monitor for programming](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SsDJ6oGBKczjugpa5zgMpC-320-80.jpg)
BenQ RD280U review: a 4K monitor just for programmers
By Erlingur Einarsson published
Special programming monitor showcases BenQ's ability to find an extremely specific niche and really, really lean into it.
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