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

I was skeptical of RTX 50 GPUs but now I'm a believer — here's why
By Alex Wawro last updated
After experiencing DLSS 4, I have seen the light

This RTX 5080 gaming laptop is the most fun I've ever had reviewing a PC — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a beast that delivers a new grade of gaming performance

Next-gen Intel Arc GPUs could take on Nvidia RTX 50-series with this big upgrade
By Alex Wawro published
A new job listing suggests Intel's next-gen GPUs will include GDDR7 RAM, something only Nvidia's 50-series GPUs currently offer.

9 MacBook keyboard shortcuts you need to know first
By Alex Wawro published
These are the most important and useful macOS keyboard shortcuts that every Mac owner should know.

Best Mac apps in 2025: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
I review Macs for a living, and I think these are the best of the best Mac apps you can install on your new iMac or MacBook.

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.

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.

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 wireless mouse: expert tested and rated
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.
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