
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

15 top Windows 11 tips everyone needs to know
By Alex Wawro published
I reviewed Windows 11 and have used it for years—here are my top 25 tips for making the most of it.

Best gaming laptops in 2025: our top picks 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 reviews.

I review over 200 laptops each year: here are the best laptops of 2025
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best laptops I recommend you buy, based on testing over 200 laptops every year. Whether you prefer macOS, Windows or Chrome, there's something here that's just right for your needs.

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i review
By Alex Wawro published
The well-designed Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is a jack-of-all-trades creator laptop that's equally great for work and play. Whatever you do, the gorgeous OLED touchscreen will make it look fantastic.

The best Windows laptops in 2025: our top picks
By Tony Polanco last updated
I think these are among the best Windows laptops on the market in every category, from ultraportables to gaming machines and everything in between.

Microsoft turns 50: 25 best and worst moments
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft turns 50 on April 4, and to mark the occasion we're looking back at all the highs and lows of this influential company.

Microsoft's 50th anniversary Copilot event interrupted by protesting employee: 'You have blood on your hands'
By Alex Wawro published
"I hear your protest" said Microsoft Copilot CEO Mustafa Suleyman

Microsoft Copilot: What it is and how it works
By Alex Wawro published
All your Microsoft Copilot questions answered

Microsoft Copilot+ PCs are getting a big upgrade this month — what you need to know
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft Copilot+ PCs packing AMD, Intel or Snapdragon chips are getting new features this month. Here's what's coming, when to expect it and why you should care!

I tested Acer's SpatialLabs 3D monitor and I don't know whether it's great or a gaming gimmick
By Alex Wawro published
I've been gaming in glasses-free 3D all week on the Acer Predator SpatialLabs 27 3D monitor, and sometimes it's great...but there are some headaches you should know about, too.

The best Samsung tablets in 2025: Our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best Samsung tablets we've reviewed, in a range of prices and sizes to fit a variety of budgets.

The best wireless mouse in 2025
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you're setting up a home office or upgrading your everyday carry, here are our picks for the best wireless mouse on the market.

I just played games on Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs and it feels like the future — here's why I'm not buying one
By Alex Wawro published
I have seen the future of DLSS 4 gaming on Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs and I'm impressed, but I still wouldn't buy one. Here's why.

The best iPads for kids in 2025: Our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best iPads for kids you can buy, based on our own hands-on testing and reviews of all of Apple's tablets.

The best 15-inch laptops in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best 15-inch laptops straddle the line between power and portability, and these are the best you can buy right now.

MacBook Air vs Pro: Which should you buy?
By Alex Wawro, Mark Spoonauer, Dave Meikleham last updated
Which MacBook is best for you: the Air or the Pro? Here's how to choose which one to buy.

Nvidia's RTX Remix just launched, and it could make remastering your favorite old games easy: here's why
By Alex Wawro published
Old games will look better than ever on Nvidia's new 50-series cards

Best computers in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best computers for every use and price range, from pocket-sized mini PCs to all-in-one desktops and powerful gaming PCs.

The best iPad 2025 — every model tested and rated
By Tony Polanco last updated
From the big, beautiful iPad Pro to the svelte iPad Air, these are the best iPads you can buy right now, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

The best tablets on the market right now
By Alex Wawro last updated
From Android to Apple to Chrome and yes, even Windows, we can recommend the best tablet for you based on our hands-on reviews and lab testing.

The MacBook Air M4 could be the laptop of the year — and it's not because of the new chip
By Alex Wawro last updated
Apple's new MacBook Air M4 promises more power than its predecessors for a lower starting price, cementing its place as the best MacBook for most of us. Here's why.

The best mechanical keyboards in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.

ZSA Moonlander keyboard review: My favorite ergo split keyboard so far
By Alex Wawro published
The ZSA Moonlander is a remarkable split ergonomic hot-swappable keyboard that's more customizable than anything I've ever used, and I love it. Here's why.
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