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

Adobe InDesign during our review and testing

Best desktop publishing software of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 19 May 25

Updated We put the top page layout apps to the test for every print and electronic publication you can imagine.

Best Adobe InDesign alternative of 2025: Top tools for page layout designers without a Creative Cloud subscription

By Steve Clark last updated 19 May 25

We reviewed the best alternatives to Adobe's page layout design app.

VFX software on a computer monitor in a home studio

Best VFX software of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 19 May 25

Buying Guide We tested the best VFX apps for creating visual effects in post.

Person using a video editor at a computer.

Best Adobe After Effects alternative of 2025: All the apps you need without a Creative Cloud subscription

By Steve Clark last updated 19 May 25

We tested the best ways to create visual effects without using After Effects.

Best monitor for a dual screen set-up in 2025: Expand your horizons with top picks for every budget

By Collin Probst last updated 16 May 25

We checked out the top screens for extending your desktop and laptop display

EKSA S30 wireless headset during our review

EKSA S30 open-ear wireless headset review

By Steve Clark published 16 May 25

A lightweight, comfortable fit for all-day meetings.

Best large format printer of 2025

By Jim Hill last updated 16 May 25

Updated My top picks for printing posters and graphics up to A1, A2 and A0.

The Config London stage as people take their seats

‘From idea to product’: How Figma is redesigning workflows with its new line-up

By Steve Clark published 16 May 25

Design platform offers more details on its new toolset - and how it helps teams come together as one.

CyberLink PhotoDirector during our tests

Best Adobe Lightroom alternative of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 15 May 25

Updated We reviewed the best alternatives to Lightroom and compared them to Adobe's top image organizer.

Wix takes aim at Adobe and Canva with new online design platform

By Steve Clark published 15 May 25

From website builder to visual design suite.

Best Adobe Photoshop alternative of 2025: Avoid Creative Cloud subscriptions with these top apps

By Steve Clark last updated 13 May 25

Updated We reviewed out the best alternatives to Adobe Photoshop for photographers, designers, and creators.

Tablet showing PDF document next to a laptop and cup of coffee

Best free PDF reader of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 13 May 25

Updated We tested out the top free PDF readers for Windows, Mac, and online.

Best Adobe Premiere Pro alternative of 2025: Kiss goodbye to your Creative Cloud subscription with our top picks

By Steve Clark last updated 13 May 25

We've reviewed all the top alternatives to Adobe Premiere Pro for editors of every skill-level.

Adobe Express (2025) review

By Steve Paris last updated 13 May 25

Recommended

Do your creativity and editing online with a beefed up and mostly free Adobe Express service

Best photo editor of 2025: Top picks for photographers and creators

By Steve Clark last updated 13 May 25

Updated We tested out the best photo editing software for professional photography and content creation.

Asus ZenScreen MB27ACF during our review

I tested this 27in monitor from Asus and it's surprisingly portable if you work on the go

By Steve Clark published 12 May 25

A big-screen monitor you can cart around the office.

Freepik Enterprise plan showing part of UI and a businesswoman in an office

Freepik launches new enterprise AI plan - but is it enough to tackle Adobe’s dominance in the field?

By Steve Clark published 12 May 25

Creative design suite now offered to big businesses

Best monitor for graphic design of 2025: Top picks for creative professionals

By Steve Clark last updated 9 May 25

Updated We tested out the best graphic design monitors for color accuracy, color space, and all-round creativity.

MSI Katana 15 (2023) in a gaming desk setup

Best laptops for work and gaming of 2025: Our top picks for every budget

By Steve Clark last updated 8 May 25

We tested the best laptops for gaming and work - and our top recommendations balance productivity and play.

Best Adobe Acrobat alternatives of 2025: Say farewell to your Creative Cloud subscription

By Steve Clark last updated 7 May 25

Updated We've tested the top alternatives to Acrobat on Windows, Mac, Android, and online.

You can save 40% on Photoshop, InDesign, and more in Adobe's surprise sale - but you'll need to act fast

By Steve Clark published 1 May 25

Top Adobe apps for content creators are now 40% off for first six months - here's how to get this great discount.

Someone drawing interior design plans on paper.

Best architecture software of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 29 April 25

Updated We tested the best software for architects and designers

Best landscape design software of 2025

By Steve Clark last updated 29 April 25

Updated We went hands-on with the top tools and apps for designing exquisite outdoor spaces.

Figma’s latest survey shows AI is not yet living up to its over-hyped promise

By Steve Clark published 28 April 25

Designers and developers split on just how useful AI really is right now

David Wadhwani (President, Digital Media Business) at Adobe Max London announcing new AI integrations with Firefly

‘It's like magic and everything just works’: We spoke to Adobe’s AI maestro to find out what’s new with Firefly and how it levels up creativity for all

By Steve Clark published 26 April 25

We chatted with Alexandru Costin about the new innovations coming to Firefly

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