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
Kindle Scribe (2024) review
By Alex Wawro last updated
This is the best Kindle Scribe yet, but it still needs some work
The best iPad 2024 — 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.
Best portable printers in 2024: Our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best portable printers let you print anywhere with compact designs, handy batteries and even scanning and copying capabilities.
I replaced my work laptop with the biggest Android tablet you can get — here's what happened
By Alex Wawro published
It's actually pretty good!
The best monitors in 2024
By Dave Meikleham last updated
These are the best monitors for basic tasks, gaming, portability and everything in between.
I review PCs for a living, and Apple Intelligence is already better than Windows Copilot
By Alex Wawro published
Windows Copilot has been live for a year while Apple Intelligence has been live for a month, yet I already like Apple's offering better for work and play - here's why.
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.
The best tablet on the market right now
By Alex Wawro last updated
From Apple to Android to Windows and even Chrome, no matter what you're looking for for we can recommend the best tablet for you based on our hands-on reviews and lab testing.
Apple iMac M4: 3 reasons to buy and 2 reasons to skip
By Alex Wawro published
On the fence about buying the new iMac? This will help
The best iPads for kids in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best kid-friendly iPads you can buy, based on our own hands-on testing and reviews.
Best computers in 2024: our top picks
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 monitor for MacBook Pro in 2024
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Need a great monitor for your MacBook Pro? These are some of the best
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.
Don’t look now, but Macs are finally getting good for gaming
By Alex Wawro published
As we gear up for the arrival of M4 MacBooks, a look back at our reviews and testing data over the last few years shows how far Apple has come in making Macs feel like legit gaming machines.
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 reviews.
The best Samsung tablets in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our guide to the best Samsung tablets you can buy, which are some of the best Android tablets on the market.
The best touchscreen laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best touchscreen laptops we recommend, based on our hands-on testing and reviews. Of all the laptops we use, these are the ones we most love to touch.
Thunderbolt 5 vs Thunderbolt 4: Everything you need to know
By Alex Wawro last updated
Get ready for a major speed boost
The best wireless mouse in 2024
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.
The best printers in 2024: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best printers we recommend for every need and budget, backed up by our expert hands-on testing and reviews.
Windows 11's big 24H2 update is here: 5 features to try first
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft has released its big Fall 2024 update for Windows 11, and these are some of the most useful new features for everyone, regardless of whether you have a Copilot+ PC or not.
The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Want a great laptop that transforms into a tablet? These are the best 2-in-1 laptops we recommend
This new Google Chrome upgrade made me say 'whoa' out loud — and it's a game changer
By Alex Wawro last updated
I never thought I'd be this excited about a new Chrome feature, but a recent upgrade for Google Workspace users has me surprised at what a big impact a little Google Calendar widget can make.
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