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
5 ultimate dorm room gadgets our editors wish they had back in college
By Alex Wawro published
These are the ultimate dorm room gadgets for going back to school this year, according to Tom's Guide's top experts in audio, computing, phones and more!
Best Amazon Labor Day laptop deals — 13 can't-miss sales to shop right now
By Alex Wawro published
Amazon has some of the best Labor Day laptop sales we've seen. I test laptops for a living and here are 13 deals to get.
M4 MacBooks: Everything we know so far
By Alex Wawro last updated
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.
I tried Adobe's AI assistant, and it could be a game-changer for D&D — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
Get ready to chat with your books
The best mechanical keyboards in 2024
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.
I review PCs for a living and this $300 laptop does more than an iPad for less
By Alex Wawro last updated
The $300 Acer Aspire Go 15 is a great budget laptop that does more than an iPad for less.
Best laptops 2024 tested — September top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best laptops we recommend based on our own hands-on testing and review, from ultraportable and Chromebooks to big, beefy gaming laptops.
The best Windows laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Tony Polanco last updated
Here are some of the best Windows laptops on the market in every category, from ultraportables to gaming machines.
Act fast! Our favorite mini PC is $150 off for a limited time
By Alex Wawro published
The Mac mini M2 Pro is, pound for pound, one of the fastest desktop PCs you can buy and it's now on sale ahead of Labor Day.
The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
If you want a laptop that transforms into a tablet (or vice versa), these are the best we recommend
I review Macs for a living, and I install these 5 apps first on every MacBook
By Alex Wawro published
Just got a new MacBook Air or Mac mini? Here are some tips on which apps you should install right away and how, from someone who's unboxed dozens of new Apple PCs.
The best laptops for battery life in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the longest-lasting laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.
The best laptops under $500 in 2024: our top budget picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best laptops under $500 include a nice selection of Chromebooks, Windows laptops and 2-in-1s.
Best MacBook in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best MacBooks you can buy right now, from the ultraportable MacBook Air to the powerful MacBook Pro.
The best budget laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
Best gaming laptops in 2024: our top picks tested & 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.
Best Chromebooks in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best Chromebooks provide great, affordable alternatives to Windows PCs and MacBooks. These are our favorites to recommend, based on hands-on testing and review.
I review laptops for a living, and I install these 7 apps on every Windows 11 PC
By Alex Wawro last updated
Just got a new Windows laptop or desktop? Here are some tips on which apps you should install right away and how, from someone who's unboxed hundreds of new PCs.
The best monitor for MacBook Pro in 2024
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Here's our list of the best monitors for a MacBook Pro, whether you're looking for something portable, curved, gaming-oriented or optimized for pro work.
The best Lenovo laptops in 2024: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best Lenovo laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.
The best business laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best business laptops help you be more productive on the go, and these are models we recommend most from Apple, Dell, Lenovo and more.
Best photo printers of 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Photo printers come in all shapes and sizes, from full-sized multifunction printers to portable models that fit in your pocket. Here are the very best photo printers we've reviewed.
The best 15-inch laptops in 2024: 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.
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