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

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 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.

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

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.

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.

Lenovo is putting AI in everything — here's what they can do
By Alex Wawro published
Lenovo brought some proof-of-concept devices to MWC 2025 in Barcelona this week that showcase how it might integrate AI into monitors and accessories, as well as a cool new USB-C solar power bank.

Framework Laptop 12 hands-on
By Alex Wawro published
Not yet ratedI went hands-on with the new Framework Laptop 12 2-in-1, and I love the potential of this colorful, kid-focused laptop. Here's why.

I review gaming PCs for a living, and I'd never buy the RTX 5090 — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
I've built gaming PCs for 25 years, and here's what I'd buy instead of an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090.

5 cool things you can do with your Flipper Zero
By Alex Wawro published
The Flipper Zero is a digital multitool that's gotten a bad rap due to concerns it could be used for nefarious hacking, but there's also lots of cool stuff it can do.

MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo (2025) review
By Alex Wawro last updated
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo delivers good Windows 11 performance in an easy-to-carry 16-inch chassis that costs under $2,000.

I didn't love the Kindle Scribe when I reviewed it, but this new feature changed my mind
By Alex Wawro published
Amazon's Kindle Scribe just got a sweet upgrade that makes taking notes easier

I reviewed Windows 11, and these are the 5 new features I'm most excited about for 2025
By Alex Wawro published
There's some good reasons to run Windows 11 this year

This is the best RPG I've played since Baldur's Gate 3 — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
Indie darling Caves of Qud has been in development for over 15 years, and now that it's finally hit 1.0 I think it might be the best RPG I've played in decades.

Acer Chromebook Plus 515 review: This $400 laptop has killer speakers for the price
By Alex Wawro published
I couldn't believe how good this Chromebook sounds

How to remove the Windows 11 news and weather widget
By Alex Wawro published
Enjoy total control over your Windows 11 taskbar

Windows 11 Home vs Windows 11 Pro: What's the difference?
By Alex Wawro last updated
Windows 11 Pro offers some features you don't get with Windows 11 Home, but it costs over $60 more. Here's what you need to know when deciding which version to buy.

Nvidia RTX 5090: 3 reasons to buy and 2 reasons to skip
By Alex Wawro published
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is about to land on store shelves with a whopping $1,999 price tag. It's a lot of graphics for your gaming PC, but is it worth it? We'll help you decide.

I just tested this hand massager — and it's a game changer for my pain
By Alex Wawro last updated
I have a bag of tricks for working out hand, back and neck pain after a long day of work, and this impulse buy added a new gadget to the mix. Here's why I love it so far.

AMD's answer to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 is nigh, says exec: 'We are taking a little extra time to optimize the software'
By Alex Wawro published
AMD is set to release a new series of Radeon RX 9000 PC graphics cards this year to challenge Nvidia's RTX 50-series after skipping CES 2025.

Can your eyes keep up with a 500Hz gaming monitor? The answer may surprise you
By Alex Wawro published
To see if these new 500Hz monitors are worth it or not, I spoke to a display expert and the answer is more complicated than you might think.
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