Tony is a computing writer at Tom’s Guide covering laptops, tablets, Windows, and iOS. During his off-hours, Tony enjoys reading comic books, playing video games, reading speculative fiction novels, and spending too much time on X/Twitter. His non-nerdy pursuits involve attending Hard Rock/Heavy Metal concerts and going to NYC bars with friends and colleagues. His work has appeared in publications such as Laptop Mag, PC Mag, and various independent gaming sites.
Latest articles by Tony Polanco

I just tried Samsung’s new Dex Mode on the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra — and I don’t think it can replace your laptop (yet)
By Tony Polanco published
Does the new DeX Mode help make the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra a laptop replacement? I went in-depth with this feature to find out.

I’ve played 1000s of hours on over 100 gaming laptops — here are the best gaming laptops that I’d personally recommend
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.

‘I want other fighting games to copy us’ — Virtua Fighter 6 producer shares his aspirations for the upcoming game
By Tony Polanco published
I spoke with Virtua Fighter 6 producer Riichiro Yamada and learned how that upcoming game aims to resurrect the franchise — and how it could innovate the fighting game genre.

Mac sales are up as Windows 10 reaches end of life — 5 MacBooks I recommend right now
By Tony Polanco published
With Microsoft no longer supporting Windows 10, it should come as no surprise that shipments for Apple PCs have risen. Here's what we know and which MacBooks we recommend.

Does the M5 MacBook Pro prove Apple is ready for serious gaming? I put it to the test
By Tony Polanco published
The MacBook Pro M5 is a truly powerful laptop, but can it run games well? We put this laptop to the test!

The console war is truly over — Halo is finally coming to PS5
By Tony Polanco published
During the Halo World Championship, Microsoft announced Halo: Campaign Evolved. This remake of the original Halo is not only coming to Xbox Series X, but also to PS5.

I just played Ninja Gaiden 4 — and it's the best hack-and-slash action game I’ve played in years
By Tony Polanco published
Ninja Gaiden 4 impresses thanks to its brutal combat and non-stop action, making it one of the finest action games in recent years.

The best gaming keyboard in 2025: Tested and rated
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

I tested the iPad Pro and the MacBook Pro — and this is the M5 device I’d buy
By Tony Polanco published
Which M5 machine is right for you?

The best iPad 2025 — 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.

I just tested the MacBook Pro M5 — and it’s seriously powerful
By Tony Polanco published
Still the best laptop for power users

iPad Pro M5 review: The most powerful tablet ever
By Tony Polanco published
Apple just raised the bar (again)

After trying out Gaming Copilot on the ROG Xbox Ally, I’m not sold yet — but I see the potential
By Tony Polanco published
Gaming Copilot is currently available to Xbox Insiders. Here's how the AI-driven feature functions on the ROG Xbox Ally X.

M5 MacBook Pro — Specs, price and release date
By Tony Polanco last updated
Apple has just announced M5 MacBook Pro, but just the base model. You'll have to wait a little longer for the M5 Pro and M5 Max. Here's everything you need to know!

iPad Pro M5 vs. iPad Pro M4 — the biggest upgrades
By Tony Polanco published
Here are all the upgrades coming to the iPad Pro M5

Apple M5 chip — everything you need to know
By Tony Polanco published
Apple has just announced three new devices powered by the M5 chip. Here's what the latest slice of Apple silicon promises to deliver.

The next Xbox could be more powerful than the PS6 — here’s what the rumors say
By Tony Polanco published
A new leak claims that the rumored Xbox "Magnus" system could be more powerful than the equally rumored PS6. Here's what we've heard.

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is the Batman: Arkham successor I wasn’t expecting
By Tony Polanco published
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight should be one of the most fun games of 2026. Here's what we think after playing a one-hour demo.

I just tested the new Scuf Valor Pro controller — and it’s a must-have for PC gamers
By Tony Polanco published
Scuf just upgraded the Valor Pro with wireless connectivity and TMR sensors. Here's why this is arguably the best PC game controller on the market.

Sony confirms PS6 will arrive 'in a few years' as AMD teases breakthrough GPU performance
By Tony Polanco last updated
In a new video, Sony and AMD discuss some of the technologies that will power the PS6.

Legion Go 2 vs. Legion Go S: Which handheld should you buy?
By Tony Polanco published
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is here, but is it a better option over the Legion Go S? We compare the two handhelds to see which one is worth your money.

Lenovo Legion Go 2 review — A great handheld hampered by its steep price
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Legion Go 2 offers meaningful upgrades, including an OLED screen, ergonomic design and strong gaming performance. However, you’ll have to pay a steep price for this Windows 11 gaming handheld.

Microsoft just raised the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate — here’s how much you'll pay now
By Tony Polanco last updated
Xbox just announced that it's raising the price of Game Pass. Here's how much the gaming subscription service will cost now.
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