
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

The super fast 1TB SSD hard drive that I own (and love) just got a decent Memorial Day deal
By Beren Neale last updated
Creatives rejoice! There are deals on the 1TB and 2TB models of both the X9 and X10 Pro.

These are all the iPad models that are currently available (and worth buying)
By Beren Neale last updated
This iPad generations list brings you all the best iPad models for digital creatives.

I've just secured an exclusive discount on the earbuds that I own for all Creative Bloq readers
By Beren Neale published
The Soundcore Liberty 5 headphones are now £90 for Memorial Day.

This office chair deal may only have $10 off, but I think it's the best Memorial Day sale furniture deal so far
By Beren Neale published
These Black Friday deals are heating up!

This iPad deal for Memorial Day may be a month old, but it's still an all-time low price
By Beren Neale published
It's not for the pros, but the standard iPad is excellent for streaming and mobile gaming.

How to clean an office chair
By Beren Neale last updated
We've put together some tips on the best ways to clean an office chair, whether it's made from fabric, mesh, leather or plastic materials.

How to sit properly in an office chair
By Beren Neale last updated
Save your back, with our guide to how to sit properly in a chair

The best docks for MacBook Pro, for when you're out of ports
By Beren Neale last updated
Complete your workstation and streamline your workflow.

My pocket-sized 2TB hard drive may be a marvel of technology… but it also makes me nervous
By Beren Neale published
I’ve been using it alongside my old hard drive, which needs a mains connection, and I’m conflicted.

I picked the best laptops for photo editing: Beautiful screens and packed with power
By Matt Hanson last updated
Full of power, these are the best laptops for photo editing.

If you're a video editor, these are the 8 monitors that we'd recommend
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the best monitors for video editing whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out.

We've reviewed external hard drives over 1,000s of hours, and these are the 12 that cover all pro needs
By Beren Neale last updated
Keep all your files in safe storage with the best external hard drives and the best SSD hard drives currently available today.

How to build a website in Shopify: 6 pro tips from the horse's mouth
By Beren Neale published
We enlisted an expert agency to break down the key to success.

How Harry Potter inspired an innovative new digital frame design
By Beren Neale published
The secret sauce is its 'dithering algorithm'.

Keep your tech juiced for longer with the best power banks available
By Beren Neale last updated
Discover the best power bank charger for iPhone and other devices.

The best monitors for graphic artists, tested and chosen by experts
By Beren Neale last updated
Boost your accuracy with the best monitors for graphic artists.

The best laptops for drawing and digital art: Find beautiful screens, perfect for artists
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Discover the best laptop for drawing digitally with a stylus.

Branch Ergonomic Chair review: A budget chair that's a treat for your wallet (and your butt)
By Beren Neale published
Offering an affordable option in their three-chair range, Branch has produced a comfortable chair with ergo flex, at a

I think I've found the best Logitech mouse – and it's not the one that looks like a melted toad
By Beren Neale published
Having compared 3 of the most ergonomic mice out there, there's only one I'd buy.

The best laptops for video editing: These powerhouses make editing a breeze
By Beren Neale last updated
These are the best laptops for video editing available today.

The best Nintendo Switch Pro Controller prices
By Beth Nicholls, Beren Neale last updated
Get the lowest Nintendo Switch Pro Controller prices around.

Listen up! Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders open on 9 April
By Beren Neale published
Give yourself the best chance to get yourself a brand new Switch 2 on 5 June.

Tired of Adobe and the big tech giants? Here's how I created my ideal Open Source Creative Workstation (and it's very cheap)
By Lance Evans published
It may be daunting at first, but successfully transitioning to Open Source digital production is achievable.
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