Orestis Bastounis

A veteran from the days of the 8-bit ZX Spectrum, Orestis is always interested in the fastest, slickest way to make computers do new and exciting things.

Articles by: Orestis Bastounis

A creative uses one of the best 4K monitors for creatives

The best 4K monitors in 2023: top UHD displays

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Tools Top 4K displays for creatives that need Ultra HD.

BenQ SW321C PhotoVue, one of the best monitors for photo editing, on a desk

The best monitors for photo editing in 2023

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Tools Get top colour coverage and accuracy with the best monitors for photo editing.

Best laptops for programming - Apple/Razer/LG

The best laptops for programming in 2023

By Orestis Bastounis, Matt Hanson last updated

Web Design The best laptops for easy and efficient coding.

A shot of one of the best graphics cards in a PC with colourful lights

The best graphics cards in 2023

By Orestis Bastounis, Alex Blake last updated

Tools These are the best graphics cards available today.

Product shots of the various best laptops for 3D modelling on a purple background

The best laptops for 3D modelling in April 2023

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Hardware Find the best machines for 3D modelling and rendering.

Best laptops for graphic design - Apple/Dell/Microsoft laptops

The best laptops for graphic design in 2023

By Orestis Bastounis, Matt Hanson last updated

Hardware Upgrade your process with one of the best laptops for graphic design.

A woman sitting on a sofa using one of the best best iPad Pro apps for Apple Pencil

The 30 best iPad Pro apps for Apple Pencil

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Apps The best iPad Pro apps to get the most from your Apple Pencil.

Razer Core X Chroma connected to laptop and monitor

eGPUs: top 3 external GPUs for 3D artists

By Orestis Bastounis published

3D Get incredible power and performance from the best eGPUs.

A user drawing on the iPad mini with a first-generation Apple Pencil

iPad mini (2019) review

By Orestis Bastounis published

Review Is the fifth version of the iPad mini any good for creatives?

iPad Pro

The best tablets for video editing in 2023

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Hardware Edit your videos on the move with these sleek tablets.

cheap GoPro deals

The best cheap GoPro deals for filmmakers and creatives

By Brendan Griffiths, Orestis Bastounis published

Video The cheapest GoPro deals, so you can film your adventures.

AMD Ryzen 3950X processor review

By Orestis Bastounis published

3D Our verdict on the Ryzen 3950X processor.

Acer ConceptD 7

Acer ConceptD 7 review

By Orestis Bastounis published

Review We examine whether this powerful laptop is up to speed for creative work. Is it worth the price tag?

Razer Blade 15 advanced model

Razer Blade 15 Advanced Model review

By Orestis Bastounis published

Hardware Is it any good for 3D work?

Gigabyte Aero 15X review

Gigabyte Aero 15X review

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Hardware Powerful laptop guarantees excellent 3D performance.

iPad apps for 3D

Is it possible to turn your iPad into a 3D studio?

By Orestis Bastounis, Adam Dewhirst last updated

3D 3D work on the iPad is easier than ever. But are its apps up to the task?

Asus ProArt PA90

Asus ProArt PA90 mini workstation review

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Review Is Asus' PA90 worth it?

CG innovations: graphics card

10 innovations that changed the world of CG

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Hardware How milestones in hardware have advanced the world of CG.

LG gram 17

LG gram 17 review

By Orestis Bastounis last updated

Hardware Super-light with enough performance for serious design work.

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