Articles by Steve Clark, B2B Editor - Creative & Hardware

Steve is B2B Editor for Creative & Hardware at TechRadar Pro, helping business professionals equip their workspace with the right tools. He tests and reviews the software, hardware, and office furniture that modern workspaces depend on, cutting through the hype to zero in on the real-world performance you won't find on a spec sheet. A writer and editor with over 20 years' experience, he's written for publications like Web User magazine and business-focused content for brands including Microsoft and Sony. Once upon a time, he wrote TV commercials and movie trailers. He is a relentless champion of the Oxford comma.

Articles by: Steve Clark

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Best free writing app of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 20 November 25

Updated We list the best free writing apps and software, to make it simple and easy to manage your writing better, whether for articles, stories, or even a novel.

Best photo recovery apps of 2025

By Mike Jennings last updated 17 November 25

We list the best photo recovery apps, to make it simple and easy to restore missing images and other graphics files.

Best laptop for photo editing of 2025: top picks for photographers and designers

By Steve Clark last updated 12 November 25

Updated If you need a good laptop for photo editing, I've selected our top-rated and reviewed picks for Photoshop and more.

Best way to backup photos of 2025

By Desire Athow last updated 11 November 25

Updated We list the best ways to backup photos, to make it simple and easy to keep your images safe and secure.

Best laser engravers of 2025: My top picks tested for speed and precision

By Alastair Jennings last updated 10 November 25

Updated I reviewed the best laser engraving machines for precision, speed, and performance in the home, studio, or workshop - and these are my top recommendations.

Best monitor for MacBook Pro in 2025: Our recommended displays tested for Apple compatibility

By Steve Clark last updated 10 November 25

Updated We tested out the best external monitors for Apple's MacBook Pro.

A wraparound screen showing multiple AI images under a banner reading 'AI Exhibition' during Freepik Upscale Malaga

Freepik CEO - No, AI hasn't killed the stock image market

By Steve Clark published 9 November 25

I hoped the answer was "yes", but it's more complicated than that.

The Freepik Upscale Conf banner on a white building in Malaga

Interview: Freepik boss tells us the limits of AI, why storytelling matters, and how not to tangle yourself up in a copyright nightmare

By Steve Clark published 9 November 25

I spoke to Freepik's CEO and co-founder about AI, creativity, and what it means to be a creative professional today.

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The 5 key takeaways creative teams need to know about Freepik Spaces

By Steve Clark published 7 November 25

After demoing Freepik Spaces at the company's Upscale event, these are the essential things pros need to know.

Best cloud document storage of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 6 November 25

Updated We test the best cloud document storage providers for managing secure file access and sharing across teams.

Best cloud storage for photos of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 4 November 25

Updated We tested the best cloud storage for photos for securely storing and backing up images online.

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This 2-in-1 laser engraver got 4.5 stars in our review - now it's got a massive price-cut and a free gift in Acmer's early Black Friday sale

By Sead Fadilpašić published 3 November 25

Big savings in Acmer's early Black Friday laser engraver deals - and the free gifts really sweeten the deal.

Figma Weave (formerly Weavy) in action with its node-based approach to AI generation and editing

Figma boosts its AI editing tools as it combines forces with popular AI platform Weavy

By Steve Clark published 30 October 25

Weavy is dead, long live Figma Weave.

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Affinity's creative software is free for everyone now - and I think that could be bad news for Adobe

By Steve Clark published 30 October 25

My favorite professional graphic design apps are now free for everyone forever - and I couldn’t be happier with Affinity right now.

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Best free logo maker of 2025: Top tools for creating and designing on-brand logos completely for free

By Steve Clark last updated 30 October 25

We tested the best free logo makers and generators for designing stand-out imagery for your business without paying anything.

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Bambu Lab's early Black Friday sale is live with some massive price cuts on our 3D printing expert's top-rated machines for beginners and professionals

By Steve Clark published 28 October 25

Black Friday Bambu Lab's early Black Friday sale is here - and there's so many good deals, I don't even know where to start.

Best eSign software solution of 2025

By Steve Paris last updated 28 October 25

Updated We list the best eSign software solutions, to make it simple and easy to sign documents online with more efficiency.

I reviewed more than 50 of the best 3D printers of 2025 but these are the top 9 I recommend

By Alastair Jennings last updated 23 October 25

Updated I tested over 50 of the best 3D printers for modeling, miniatures, crafting, prototyping, and more.

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 during our review process

Best laptop for programming of 2025: Top picks tested for professional programmers

By Steve Clark last updated 21 October 25

Updated We reviewed the best programming laptops for coders, software engineers, and developers.

Best laptop for engineering students in 2025: Top-class picks tested and reviewed for all branches of engineering

By Steve Clark last updated 21 October 25

Updated Master your course with best engineering student laptops.

Best home printer of 2025: I fully tested these top picks for the home and home office

By Jim Hill last updated 20 October 25

Buying Guide My recommended picks for the best printers for home use and the home office.

Best laser printer of 2025

By Jim Hill last updated 20 October 25

Updated I reviewed the best laser printers - and from mono to color units, these are my top-rated recommendations for home offices and business use.

Adobe Premiere on iPhone during our review

Best video editing app of 2025: Recommended video editor apps for Android, iPhone, and iPad

By Steve Clark last updated 20 October 25

Updated We tested out the top apps for editing video on Android and Apple mobile devices.

Best standing desk of 2025: Over 64 models expertly reviewed for the home and office

By Steve Clark last updated 17 October 25

Buying Guide I've selected the best height-adjustable sit-stand desks based on more than 40 in-depth tests.

Screenshot of graphic design software Affinity Designer 2

Affinity just made all its iPad apps free for all creators - and no-one knows why

By Steve Clark published 17 October 25

Designer, Photo, and Publisher are free to download from the App Store.

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