
Tony Polanco
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

GTA 6 might be delayed again, according to a new leak — here’s when the game could launch
By Tony Polanco published
According to a new leak, GTA 6 could be delayed again. This leak also details the alleged pricing of various GTA 6 editions.

I tested this crazy portable 17-inch laptop — and it’s lighter and lasts longer than the MacBook Air
By Tony Polanco published
Unbelievably light for its size

PlayStation’s first fight stick gets an official name — meet the FlexStrike
By Tony Polanco published
The PlayStation FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick was just announced before EVO 2025 kicks off this weekend. Here are all the new details about the company's first arcade stick.

Sony wants to bring PlayStation exclusives to Xbox, according to new job listing
By Tony Polanco published
According to a new job listing, Sony wants to bring PlayStation Studios titles to platforms like Xbox, Nintendo and mobile.

iPadOS 26 public beta — 5 features I'd try first
By Tony Polanco published
The iPadOS 26 public beta is now available — and there are the 5 features you should try first.

iPadOS 26 hands-on preview — the biggest upgrade in years
By Tony Polanco published
Not yet ratedA game-changer for productivity

iPadOS 26 public beta is here — how to download it now
By Tony Polanco published
The iPadOS 26 public beta is now available. Here's how to download and install it.

iPadOS 26 is here — how to download the public beta now
By Tony Polanco last updated
The iPadOS 26 public beta is now available. Here's how to download and install it.

Amazon announces two new Kindle Colorsoft models — here’s how much they’ll cost
By Tony Polanco published
Amazon is now offering two new and more affordable Kindle Colorsoft options. Here's what these e-readers have to offer.

New PS5 system update includes a DualSense feature I've wanted for years —here are the details
By Tony Polanco published
Sony is currently testing a feature in its PS5 system update beta that allows users to pair a DualSense controller across multiple devices.

I just tried Alienware’s new 18-inch RTX 5090 gaming laptop — and it’s ridiculous in the best way possible
By Tony Polanco published
We just received the new Alienware 18 Area-51 gaming laptop! Here are our initial thoughts about this gargantuan RTX 5090-powered machine.

I test the best Android tablets for a living — here's my top 3 picks for 2025
By Darragh Murphy, Tony Polanco last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.

I thought I was bored with the Nintendo Switch 2 — but then I played Donkey Kong Bananza
By Tony Polanco published
Donkey Kong Bananza takes elements from many games to create a wholly unique experience. It's like no other platformer ever released.

The MSI Claw A8 is now available to pre-order in Europe — when is it coming to North America?
By Tony Polanco published
The MSI Claw A8 first launched in China but is now available to pre-order in Europe. Here's how much MSI's gaming handheld costs.

I test laptops for a living — and these are my 3 favorite laptops of 2025 (so far)
By Tony Polanco published
2025 hasn't been the most remarkable year for laptops, but there have been some noteworthy releases worth considering.

Nintendo Switch Online has reignited my passion for retro games — and I can't get enough
By Tony Polanco published
Most people might subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online to play online multiplayer games, but for some folks, it's all about the incredible retro game collection.

Leaked AMD ‘Magnus’ APU could power the PS6 or next Xbox — here’s what we’ve heard
By Tony Polanco published
A new alleged leak hints at what could be the next-gen chip powering either the PS6 or next Xbox. Here's what the leak says.

Best iPad cases in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Apple iPad remains one of the best tablets on the market, and you’ll want to keep it safe with one of the best Apple iPad cases.

PS6 just tipped for huge specs upgrade to take on gaming PCs
By Tony Polanco published
In a recent podcast, Digital Foundry speculates on how much RAM the PS6 could have. Here's what we could expect.

Best student computer in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
From dorm-ready desktops to slick all-in-ones for art and photography students, these are the best student computers.

Best cheap gaming headsets 2025 — our top picks
By Tony Polanco, Darragh Murphy last updated
Find the best cheap gaming headset for you to get a competitive edge on a budget.

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 just played Marvel Rivals on an RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop — and it reached a shockingly high 320 fps
By Tony Polanco published
Even lower-end RTX 50-series gaming laptops can enjoy high frame rates thanks to DLSS 4.
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