Ian Evenden
Ian Evenden has been a journalist for over 20 years, starting in the days of QuarkXpress 4 and Photoshop 5. He now mainly works in Creative Cloud and Google Docs, but can always find a use for a powerful laptop or two. When not sweating over page layout or photo editing, you can find him peering at the stars or growing vegetables.
Latest articles by Ian Evenden

Tested: the Freepik AI image and video generator is slick and big, and filled with moral dilemmas
By Ian Evenden published
With such impressive image and video-generating abilities, this "AI creative suite" will be tempting to many, despite the moral and ethical questions surrounding generative AI.

I've tried the new HP OmniBook 2-in-1, and I think hybrid workers should give it a good look
By Ian Evenden published
While it may be made from purest grey, the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 will keep you up all night and beyond.

Zoner Photo Studio X review: photo editing made easy(er)
By Ian Evenden published
An image-editing app offering a broad range of functionality.

After using CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2025 for a week, I'm not sure it can replace Adobe in my life
By Ian Evenden published
Two main apps are all CorelDRAW needs for a complete graphic design solution.

After trying CorelDRAW Go, I think it might be your online InDesign replacement
By Ian Evenden published
CorelDRAW GO is a graphic design web app with a lot of interesting capabilities, especially for online design.

I tested the new Asus ZenBook Duo – and it's perfect... except for one disappointing flaw
By Ian Evenden published
One screen good, two screens better.

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 (2025) review: A very good tablet that could be excellent
By Ian Evenden published
Excellent hardware combined with a wobbly software ecosystem.

Seagate Ultra Compact SSD (STMX1000400) review: small on the outside, big on the inside
By Ian Evenden published
A pocket-sized SSD that can keep up with the bigger boys

Cyberlink Promeo review: quick post generation with added AI
By Ian Evenden published
Cyberlink Promeo is a useful desktop app for quickly and easily putting together social media posts and adverts.

I've tested the ABS Cyclone Ruby gaming PC, and it could be a good option for creatives too
By Ian Evenden published
The ABS Cyclone Ruby has enough graphics power for video and rendering courtesy of some still-hot last-gen tech.

ABS Cyclone Aqua review: this affordable(ish) tower PC pushes the pixels
By Ian Evenden published
A games PC brings more grunt to your work

Google Pixel 8a review: all the AI, for less
By Ian Evenden published
Google’s lower-cost Pixel brings a lot of usability to the mid-range

Acer PD3 folding portable monitor review: a glorious tallscreen that will be useful for some
By Ian Evenden published
A big screen on the go

Dell Inspiron 14 (5441) review: cut-price Snapdragon performance
By Ian Evenden published
Dell’s final Inspiron prioritises battery life over graphics performance.

HP Omen 35L review: but seriously, it’s all fun and games
By Ian Evenden published
This may be a gaming PC, but designers will love it too.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition review: a snappy business dresser
By Ian Evenden published
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition oozes class and looks like it means business

ASUS Zenbook A14 review: this Copilot+ laptop’s been on a diet
By Ian Evenden published
Is the Zenbook A14 ASUS’ equivalent to the MacBook Air? Well, kinda...

Boulies Master Max office chair review: all work and play
By Ian Evenden published
The Boulies Master Max is a mid-range chair that bridges the gap between office and gaming.

HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 review: the Spectre gets an AI afterlife
By Ian Evenden published
The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 takes the Spectre line of 2-in-1 laptops into an AI-powered future

BenQ RD320U programming monitor review: cracking the code
By Ian Evenden published
A screen for anyone who likes to work in the dark, and still be able to see afterwards.

Asus ProArt Display PA27JCV review: a studio display without the Apple
By Ian Evenden published
The Asus ProArt Display PA27JCV packs an awful lot of pixels into a small space: is it the best monitor for graphic designers?

Xiaomi G Pro 27i review: it costs how much?
By Ian Evenden published
The Xiaomi G Pro 27i is a gaming monitor with a secret. Its mini-LED backlight makes it incredibly bright, and it’s well priced too.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ review: the best of both worlds
By Ian Evenden published
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10+ tablet has a lot to offer if it’s productivity and painting you’re after.
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