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From portable 2-in-1s to professional creator workstations, here's what actually delivers for Photoshop, Illustrator, and serious design work in 2026.

Feb 5, 2026·27 min read·Graphic Design

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12 Best Budget Laptops for Graphic Design in 2026

From $500 starter laptops to $1,000 creative workhorses, here's what actually works for Photoshop, Illustrator, and real design workflows in 2026.

Feb 1, 2026·33 min read·Graphic Design

12 Best Budget Laptops for Graphic Design in 2026

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How Graphic Designers Should Actually Use AI in 2026

A framework for integrating AI into your design workflow without losing what makes your work valuable. Based on 43 sources, community-tested.

Feb 1, 2026·13 min read·Graphic Design

How Graphic Designers Should Actually Use AI in 2026

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From 2 to 50: The Systems Every Design Agency Needs to Scale

Most design agencies stall at 5 employees because founders don't know when to add systems. Here's exactly what you need at each stage.

Jan 31, 2026·13 min read·Graphic Design

From 2 to 50: The Systems Every Design Agency Needs to Scale

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12 Best External Hard Drives for Graphic Designers in 2026

The 12 best external hard drives for graphic designers in 2026. From Thunderbolt 5 powerhouses to budget SSDs, with benchmarks and workflow matching.

Jan 30, 2026·32 min read·Graphic Design

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12 Best MacBook Air Cases & Sleeves for Designers (M4/M3)

Find the best MacBook Air M4/M3 case for your workflow. 10 designer-tested picks organized by price tier, plus hardshell heat warnings.

Jan 29, 2026·27 min read·Graphic Design

12 Best MacBook Air Cases & Sleeves for Designers (M4/M3)

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AI for Finding Clients: What Actually Works (And What's Just Guru Hype)

A BS-free guide to using Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini for client acquisition - based on 64 sources, real designer stories, and how to spot fake gurus.

Jan 29, 2026·14 min read·Graphic Design

AI for Finding Clients: What Actually Works (And What's Just Guru Hype)

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The Design Guru Problem: When Educators Stop Designing

Chris Do stopped client work in 2018. Ran Segall stopped in 2020. Meanwhile, Brett Williams makes $3.1M/year still designing. Here's how to tell education-first from design-first.

Jan 28, 2026·27 min read·Graphic Design

The Design Guru Problem: When Educators Stop Designing

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10 Best Touchscreen Monitors for Graphic Designers (2026)

The best touchscreen monitors for designers in 2026, from 4K desktop displays to ultra-portable options. Organized by use case with specs, pros, and expert recommendations.

Jan 27, 2026·28 min read·Graphic Design

10 Best Touchscreen Monitors for Graphic Designers (2026)