Alex Wawro
Alex Wawro is a lifelong tech and games enthusiast with more than a decade of experience covering the movers and shakers in both industries for media outlets like Game Developer, Black Hat and PC World magazine. A lifelong PC builder, he currently serves as a senior editor at Tom's Guide covering all things computing, from laptops and desktops to printers, keyboards and mice. If you plug it into a PC, he's probably the person to talk to.
Latest articles by Alex Wawro
MacBook M4: Rumored specs, release date speculation and more
By Alex Wawro published
Apple is working on a new generation of M4 MacBooks, and AI is likely to be a central focus. Here's everything you need to know about what's next for the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
The best tablets under $500 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best budget-friendly tablets around, from iPads to Fire tablets.
I just tested Logitech's new shortcut to ChatGPT — and it's a big time-saver
By Alex Wawro published
Get ready to summon ChatGPT with the press of a button
Best tablets for kids in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our guide to the best kid-friendly tablets around, based on our own hands-on testing and reviews.
The best cheap tablets in 2024 - all our top picks in one place
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best cheap tablets around, from Fire tablets to Samsung slates.
AMD just unveiled new Pro CPUs to take on Intel in the AI wars
By Alex Wawro published
AMD just unveiled the first Windows desktop CPU with AI onboard
I review laptops for a living, and these are my 3 favorite laptop travel accessories
By Alex Wawro published
If my laptop's coming with me on a trip, so are these bad boys
Discord: Everything you need to know
By Alex Wawro last updated
Discord is one of the most popular platforms for chatting with friends or streaming games. Here's what you need to know about the popular app.
The best tablets on the market right now
By Alex Wawro last updated
From Apple to Android to Windows and even Chrome, no matter what kind of tablet you're shopping for we can recommend a great one based on our hands-on reviews and lab testing.
The best mouse in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you're setting up a home office or upgrading a school setup, here are our picks for the best mouse you can buy.
The best laptops for battery life in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the longest-lasting laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.
Best Mac apps in 2024 — our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Of all the apps available for Apple computers, these are the some of the best you can install on your new iMac or MacBook.
Best gaming laptops in 2024 — tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our best gaming laptops list includes great budget options as well as huge, premium powerhouses. These are the best of the best, based on hours of testing and hands-on review.
The best Chromebooks in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best Chromebooks provide great, affordable alternatives to Windows PCs and MacBooks.
Best laser printers in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
If you want the best blend of print quality and low-cost printing, laser printers are where it's at. See our favorites to find the best laser printers out there.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 leads the list of new RTX 40 gaming laptops under $2,000
By Alex Wawro published
Acer's dropping hot new gaming laptops just in time for summer
I'd buy an iPad mini 7 over any tablet, but Apple has to fix this headache first
By Alex Wawro published
The iPad mini 7 could be here before the end of the year, but if Apple doesn't fix this storage headache it's going to be a hard sell.
I finally found a good use for foldable screen laptops
By Alex Wawro last updated
A laptop that folds like a book is kind of great for D&D
What keyboard should you buy? Here's our editors' top picks
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Tom's Guide computing team has varied opinions on which keyboards they like to use. In this article, they answer the crucial question: "What's your preferred type of keyboard?"
Dell XPS 16 vs MacBook Pro 16-inch: Which laptop wins?
By Alex Wawro published
The Dell XPS 16 and Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch both deliver speedy performance in a svelte laptop with a spacious 16-inch screen. Which one is right for you?
Dell XPS 16 review: Big, beautiful and frustrating
By Alex Wawro last updated
The Dell XPS 16 is a slick Windows 11 laptop that's surprisingly thin, yet delivers good performance but the frustrating keyboard and lack of ports may be deal breakers for some.
Best laptops for video editing in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best laptops for video editing deliver plenty of power for your projects, a vivid display and all the ports you need. Here are the best you can buy, for professionals and hobbyists alike.
Best laptops for college students in 2024 — tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our best laptops for college students going back to school, in person or remote, priced for a variety of budgets.