Latest articles by Ian Dean
3 of the best 3D scanners we've tested are cheaper on Prime Day
Give your 3D modelling and 3D printing a boost, for less.
I didn't need it, but I just ordered the LEGO Star Wars 2024 Advent Calendar - there's 20% off right now
Treat yourself.
The best drawing tablet deals I've found this Prime Day so far – including Wacom, XPPen and Huion price-drops
My favourite drawing tablet deals.
The Prime Day Cricut deals we're hoping to see more of this October – including a Cricut Maker 3 bundle
We're honing in on the very best Prime Day deals on Cricut machines.
The best games console: choose from performance, value, retro and more
Our video games specialist helps you choose the best games console for you, whether that's for performance or value.
Illustrator Shan Jiang explains what he looks for in a drawing tablet
He created the striking art for the new XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2).
AI will force "dramatic changes" says illustrator Shan Jiang
The acclaimed illustrator, who has worked for Netflix, Apple and XPPen, reveals the mix of influences on his art, what the future holds.
The best Cricut machines
The best Cricut machines can make precise cuts in material, and print your designs on mugs, T-shirts and more.
The new ZX Spectrum full-size retro computer even includes rubber keys
I owned every Speccy as a kid, so of course I need this retro revival.
The best vinyl cutter machines
The best vinyl cutter machines enable you to make stickers, banners and more.
The best sewing machines for beginners
Our experts select the best sewing machines for beginners.
The internet is being (mostly) normal about Ghost of Yōtei's new female character design
We spoke too soon.
Nothing Ear (open) review: my first open sound earbuds are almost perfect
I use them every day.
Antstream Arcade is the retro game collection I've always wanted, and every day is an inspiration
1,300 retro games from Atari to Nintendo, and the arcades, now on PS5.
AI filmmaking is "making the creative process so much smoother," says the director of the new Jordan Rudess music video
Cyebever is paving the way enables artists to 3D models from simple sketches
The best Cricut accessories
Find the best Cricut accessories to get the most from your machine.
Ugee 16 review: a perfect beginner drawing display at a good price
Ugee's latest budget drawing tablet gets so much right, but it's not perfect.
How NVIDIA RTX AI applications supercharge creative workflows
Sponsored by NVIDIA
From game modding to 3D art and video, NVIDIA RTX can accelerate your visions.
What NVIDIA laptop do I need to revolutionise my creative workflow?
Sponsored by NVIDIA
Get the most from AI-powered tools with an NVIDIA RTX laptop.
Hands-on with Unknown 9: Awakening - Unreal Engine injects life into Namco's ambitious transmedia gamble
I was left wanting more (lucky there's a comic, podcast and novel too).
Fans react to the Annapurna Interactive implosion, and it's not pretty
What remains of Annapurna?
Disney artist says ZBrush for iPad opens up a "a new world" for all artists
“It’s "a friendlier gateway" to 3D modelling.
Nvidia's RTX gaming tech is making digital art easier - but what is it and how can it improve your creativity?
In association with Nvidia
Applications across photography, architectural visualisation, and video editing have never been so quick.
