
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

I just tested the best leverless fighting game controller yet — and it's a game changer
By Tony Polanco published
The Razer Kitsune leverless controller delivers the goods thanks to its stellar performance and low-profile design. It’s arguably the best controller of its kind.

AMD FSR 4 could be coming to gaming handhelds — why that's potentially a big deal
By Tony Polanco published
A new leak claims that AMD is developing two AI-focused Ryzen Z2 chips. This could be a hint that FSR 4 is coming to gaming handhelds.

Nintendo confirms Switch 2 won’t utilize Hall Effect sticks — and that could be a huge problem
By Tony Polanco published
In a recent interview, Nintendo confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Con controllers will not utilize Hall Effect sensors.

I’m in love with Scuf’s first Hall Effect controller — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
The Scuf Valor Pro packs many features you’d expect from Scuf. Though it’s not perfect, it’s a great peripheral for those who want a pro controller without paying a premium.

I wasn’t going to buy a Nintendo Switch 2, but Donkey Kong Bananza is making me reconsider
By Tony Polanco published
Donkey Kong Bananza will be one of the first games you can play on Nintendo Switch 2, and it looks like a must-own game.

Nintendo Switch 2 vs Steam Deck: Why Nintendo's handheld could be the one to beat
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 could be the ultimate handheld for third-party games. Here's why.

Nintendo Switch 2 price just revealed — and it's more than we thought
By Tony Polanco last updated
Two new retailers have listed prices for the Nintendo Switch 2, but neither of them agree. So have either of them got it right?

Nintendo Switch 2 unveils GameChat — here's what the C button can do
By Tony Polanco published
During the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, we got our first glimpse of the console's new C button. Here's how it works.

Asus Xbox handheld — 5 features that would get me to buy it at launch
By Tony Polanco published
Asus has just teased a new system that could be the reported Xbox handheld. Here are five features we'd like to see.

I just tested this PS5 arcade stick — and it’s the best you’ll find on a budget
By Tony Polanco published
The Qanba Drone 2 is a great entry-level peripheral for budget-minded folks who want to try using a fight stick.

Chrome failed to install on Windows PCs, but Google has issued a fix — here's what happened
By Tony Polanco published
A handful of Reddit users said they couldn't install Chrome on their Windows PCs. Here's what they said, along with a potential workaround.

MacBook Air M4 vs MacBook Pro M4 — I'll help you pick the best MacBook for your needs
By Tony Polanco published
Choosing between the M4-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops isn't easy but we're here to help you pick the best one for your needs.

I just tested this arcade stick for PS5 and PC — and it's nearly perfect for fighting game fans
By Tony Polanco published
The Qanba Q7 Obsidian 2 has almost everything you’d expect from a top-tier competitive arcade stick, but some of its design choices feel less-than-premium.

Best cheap HDMI switchers in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best HDMI switchers can help you keep all your gadgets hooked up to a single entertainment center.

I just saw Cyberpunk 2077 running on a Mac Studio — and I couldn't be more excited
By Tony Polanco published
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is launching on Macs and will be optimized for Apple silicon. Here's what we think so far.

I used Apple's 15-inch M4 MacBook Air for a week — it's like last year's model, but with an extra shot of espresso
By Tony Polanco published
The MacBook Air 15-inch M4 isn’t a major upgrade, but its strong M4 performance, long battery life, vibrant display and useful Apple Intelligence features make it a winner.

Xbox handheld reportedly arriving this year, new PC-like console in 2027
By Tony Polanco published
According to a new report from Windows Central, Xbox will reportedly release a new gaming handheld as soon as this year.

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.

Apple iPad Air M3 review: The sweet spot just got even sweeter
By Tony Polanco published
The iPad Air M3 has everything you’d want from a tablet, including fast performance, excellent display quality and a light yet sturdy design. It’s a great tablet for just about anyone.

MacBook Air M4 vs MacBook Air M1: 7 biggest upgrades
By Tony Polanco published
These are the biggest upgrades the new MacBook Air M4 offers over the MacBook Air M1.

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.

HP Omen Transcend 32 review: An almost perfect gaming monitor
By Tony Polanco published
An all-around great 4K OLED gaming monitor

iPad Air M3 vs iPad Air M2: What's different?
By Tony Polanco published
The new iPad Air M3 might not be a revolutionary device, but it packs several new features that could make it the best iPad Air yet.
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