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 laptop accessories that make long flights more fun and productive
By Alex Wawro published
Hopping on a plane with a laptop in the near future? Here are some great gadegets that can upgrade your flight experience, courtesy of someone who reviews laptops on the go for a living.

Best portable printers in 2025: Our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
Portable printers are better than ever, and these are the best portable printers we've tested all year for business, personal and on the go use.

I've tested 100 monitors and these are the best ones for work, gaming and everyday use
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Find out the best monitor for your desk, whether it's for work, gaming, entertainment or anything in between.

The best iPads for kids in 2025: Our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best iPads to give your kids

I replaced my work laptop with the biggest Android tablet you can get — here's what happened
By Alex Wawro last updated
It's actually pretty good!

Get ready to 'vibe work' in Microsoft Office with new AI agents — here's how
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft is adding new AI agents to Word and Excel that let you tell a chatbot what documents to generate or what edits to make, and it should just do it. Here's how it's meant to work.

5 things I wish I knew about Windows 11 when I upgraded from Windows 10
By Alex Wawro published
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These simple tips should help make your time with Windows 11 a lot more enjoyable.

Microsoft just gave Windows 10 users a lifeline, but there's a catch — here's how to know if you qualify for free extended updates
By Alex Wawro published
Way to go, Europe
5 Windows 10 features that Windows 11 does way better
By Alex Wawro published
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Five good reasons to look forward to Windows 11

TSMC's new 2nm chip will reportedly cost 50% more — get ready for more expensive laptops and phones
By Alex Wawro published
AMD, Apple, Nvidia and others may have to raise prices yet again

Nvidia, Intel team up to build hardware: Here's why that's huge for PC gaming
By Alex Wawro last updated
Nvidia and Intel are teaming up to build new chips for data centers as well as gaming laptops. Here's what that means for you.

Windows 10 End of Life guide: How to delay, avoid or survive the switch to Windows 11
By Alex Wawro last updated
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, and after that it will become increasingly unsafe to use. Here's how to delay, avoid or survive having to upgrade to Windows 11.

macOS Tahoe is live now: 5 features to try first
By Alex Wawro published
Apple has released the latest version of macOS, and it's available for free on your Mac or MacBook. Here's some tips on how to get started!

How to download macOS Tahoe
By Alex Wawro published
Apple has finally released macOS Tahoe, and it's a free upgrade for all supported Macs. Here's how to know whether you qualify and how to upgrade to macOS Tahoe!

Apple macOS Tahoe review: Apple Intelligence and Liquid Glass upgrades are a winning combo
By Alex Wawro published
A new look and smart upgrades make Tahoe easy to recommend

I ditched my iPhone for an Android foldable: 3 things I love and 2 things I hate
By Alex Wawro published
After more than a decade, I switched from an iPhone to Android; here's how it's going.

The best Apple Pencil alternatives in 2025
By Alex Wawro last updated
We found the best Apple Pencil alternatives for every budget.

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.

5 things to consider when buying a laptop, from a pro laptop reviewer
By Alex Wawro published
Whether you're going back to school or back to the office, I have some hard-won advice on what to look for when buying a new laptop for yourself or someone you love.

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.

If there's one laptop you could buy for life, it's this one - here's why
By Alex Wawro last updated
Only Framework could actually pull it off

5 Tips To Get Your MacBook Ready To Go Back To School
By Alex Wawro published
Taking a MacBook back to school with you? Run down this quick checklist to make sure it's in tip-top shape first.

I review mice for a living, and this is my favorite mouse company of 2025
By Alex Wawro published
I've been reviewing PCs and PC accessories for years, and after testing a few Elecom mice over the last year and change, I've become a believer in this Japanese mouse maker. Here's why.
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