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Thomas Boldt Editor / Writer
Thomas has been actively writing for the web on a range of subjects for almost a decade, but he became a techie as soon as he got to use a computer for the first time at age 6. Ever since then he has been fascinated by technology of all kinds, from building his own computers to experimenting with hardware maker projects and the software that powers them.

Luminar vs. Lightroom

Learn the pros & cons of each program as they go head-to-head in this unbiased comparison review of two popular RAW photo editors.
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Skylum Luminar Review

Is Skylum Luminar a good RAW editor worth considering? We tested both Windows and Mac versions. Read our unbiased review.
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Luminar vs. Affinity Photo

Luminar 3 and Affinity Photo are competing for the title of best RAW photo editor. Which one is best for your workflow? Read our unbiased comparison.
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Skylum AirMagic Review

Is AirMagic the right editor to take your drone photography to the next level? Read our unbiased review here to find out.
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Aurora HDR Review

If you are a professional photographer who regularly shoots in HDR, Aurora HDR is a fantastic tool built just you.
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The Best Video Converter Software

After a great deal of testing, here's a list of the best video converter software that you can use on PC or Mac, including free tools.
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The Best Screen Recording Software

Looking for the best way to record your screen? Read our unbiased reviews of the best dedicated screen recorder software.
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The Best Youtube Video Downloader Software

Want to save your favorite Youtube videos to watch offline, edit and remix? Read our unbiased reviews of the best Youtube downloaders.
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The Best Watermarking Software

Make sure you get credit for your digital images by protecting them with a watermark. Read our reviews of the best watermarking programs.
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The Best Digital Art Software

Bringing your artistic skills to the digital world or finding a new outlet for your talent? Check out our reviews of digital art software.
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Camtasia Review

We test TechSmith Camtasia to see how well it performs as a quality screen recorder & video editor. Read the review results for more.
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The Best Parental Control Software

Keep your kids safe and happy online with our unbiased reviews of the best parental control software for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, etc.
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AVG TuneUp Review

AVG TuneUp is a great tool for both novice and experienced computer users looking to make their maintenance routines easier. Learn more!
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The Best Backup Software for Windows 10

Afraid of losing your data? Read our unbiased reviews of the best PC backup software and rest easy knowing your files are safe.
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The Best Vector Graphics Software

Entering the world of vector graphics? Trading in your old program for something new? Read our reviews of the best options for PC & Mac.
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Movavi Video Editor Review

We put Movavi Video Editor for Windows (and Mac) to the test as an enthusiast-level video editor. See the results of our unbiased review here.
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The Best Photo Management Software

Many photographers are stuck with a huge number of images and no good way to sort through them. Here are the best tools to keep your photos organized.
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The Best Photo Editor for Windows

After testing dozens of photo editors on my PC (Windows 10), here are the best choices for beginners, intermediate and pros.
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The Best HDR Photography Software

After countless hours of testing HDR compositing programs, here are the best HDR programs available (paid and free options are included).
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The Best Email Client for Windows 10

Your email should work for you, not against you! Read on for unbiased reviews of the best email clients for Windows-based PCs.
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The Best PC Cleaner Software

Need a great PC cleaning app? Cut through the marketing hype & learn what really makes your PC run smoothly with our reviews.
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Adobe InDesign Review

InDesign has come to dominate the desktop publishing market. Is it right for your publishing needs? Read our review of its capabilities here.
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7 Lightroom Alternatives for RAW Photographers

Adobe's recent changes to Lightroom have many photographers wondering if there is a better RAW editor out there. Read my comparison here!
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AnyTrans Review

Is AnyTrans a good iTunes alternative? Check out our unbiased review of this iOS device file manager, free of any influence from iMobie.
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Adobe Photoshop CC Review

Adobe Photoshop has been the gold standard in image editing almost since it was originally launched, and the latest version continues that tradition.
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CorelDRAW Graphics Suite Review

An excellent vector editing and page layout program that provides all the capabilities a professional graphic or layout artist might need.
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Adobe Premiere Elements Review

Premiere Elements is a great program for users who are new to the world of video editing, thanks to excellent user-friendly editing tools.
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PhotoDirector Review

PhotoDirector is relatively unknown to many in the photo editing world, but I was pleasantly surprised by how capable it functions as an editor.
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Adobe Photoshop Elements Review

Photoshop Elements is a powerful but easy-to-use photo editor intended for the amateur shutterbug who wants to quickly spruce up their photos.
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Affinity Photo Review

Serif Affinity Photo is now available for both Windows and Mac. Is it ready to unseat Photoshop as the leader in image editing?
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Corel PaintShop Pro Review

PaintShop Pro is close to duplicating Photoshop's feature set. Is it ready to compete against the industry standard? Find out here.
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AfterShot Pro Review

AfterShot Pro is aiming to unseat Adobe Lightroom as the premier RAW editing workflow. Is it up to the task? Read our review here.
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Adobe Illustrator Review

Adobe Illustrator is the industry-leading vector graphics creation tool for good reason. The only real drawback is the steep learning curve.
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On1 Photo Raw Review

If you're a beginner or intermediate photographer who is looking for a complete workflow in a single program, On1 Photo Raw is definitely worth a look.
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ACDSee Photo Studio Review

For casual and semi-professional photographers, Photo Studio Ultimate is an excellent introduction to the world of RAW editing.
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Adobe Lightroom Review

Adobe Lightroom is an excellent RAW image editor backed up by solid library management and organizational tools.
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PhoneClean Review

We tested iMobie PhoneClean on a slow, jam-packed iOS device to see if it could make it run like new. Read the results here!
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Snagit Review

We tested TechSmith Snagit for Windows and Snagit for Mac to see how well it handles a range of screen capture situations. Read more here!
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Capture One Pro Review

A RAW editor aimed at the extremely high-end level of professional image editing. See how it stands up against its competitors.
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DxO OpticsPro Review

We tested the best features of DxO OpticsPro 11 to find out whether it's the best RAW image editor around. Read the results of our test review.
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MediaMonkey Review

MediaMonkey is a powerful program to manage large media libraries. We test it on a messy media library to see how well it works.
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Stellar Photo Recovery Review

If you're looking for a robust media recovery solution, this isn't the best option available. Also, data recovery is often hit or miss.
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Wondershare Video Converter Review

Is Wondershare Video Converter Ultimate safe and worth it? This review takes you through the pros and cons. Read it before you try or buy.
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Filmora Review

Filmora is a great video editing program that balances powerful features with an intuitive interface at an affordable price point.
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