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.
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Qualcomm's new Snapdragon C processor promises to make Windows laptops more affordable — and to give the MacBook Neo a run for its literal money.

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I recently checked out the LG UltraGear 25G590B, which is marketed as the world's first native 1,000Hz FHD gaming monitor. Here are my initial impressions.

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A new report claims OLED MacBook Pro screens are now on track after facing manufacturing hurdles. If accurate, Apple's first OLED laptop may not face delays.

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We went hands-on with Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, and it's shaping up to be an excellent remake thanks to its enhanced graphics and gameplay.

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The 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G8 (G80HS) impresses with its vibrant, sharp 6K resolution and fluid performance. Here are our initial hands-on thoughts.

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RecommendedThe Microsoft Surface Laptop 8 offers strong performance and long battery life. However, its high $1,949 asking price is a lot to ask for the average consumer.

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Editor's ChoiceLego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a charming Arkham-style adventure that perfectly blends brick-smashing fun with classic Batman nostalgia.

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AMD just revealed its plan to bring FSR Upscaling 4.1 to its Radeon RX 7000 in July and to RX 6000 early in 2027. Here's why this is a big deal for gamers.

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The Alienware 15 gaming laptop is a relatively affordable machine that delivers a smooth gaming experience with some necessary compromises.

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Google's newly announced Googlebooks seem like the next evolution of Chromebooks. Here are all the biggest differences between these laptops.

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The new Googlebook laptop line is driven by Google Gemini and should act as a bridge between Android devices. Here's everything we know so far.

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The PS5 Pro is pricier than ever, but it arguably delivers better price-to-performance than a comparable gaming PC. This comparison details why.

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Valve is reportedly prepping 4 Steam Machine models, along with a reservation queue to curb scalpers and bots, but there's no news on pricing.

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The new ReMarkable Paper Pure is a fantastic digital paper tablet that's a great fit for anyone who loves handwriting or wants to go back to that lost art form.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Razer Blade 16 impresses thanks to its slim design, gorgeous OLED panel, and strong gaming performance. While expensive, you’re getting a true premium gaming experience.

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The HP EliteBoard G1a might look like a keyboard, but it's actually a full Windows PC. While unique and functional, it's for niche use cases.

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Rumors suggest that the MacBook Ultra could be a higher-end laptop than the MacBook Pro. Here's everything we've heard about this laptop so far.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Steam Controller is arguably the best PC game controller for Steam users, thanks to its ergonomic design and high degree of customization.

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I tested the Steam Controller for 48 hours to see if it lives up to the hype. Here's what I think of Valve's latest peripheral.

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Is the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo worth $5,500? I tested this dual-screen gaming laptop by running two games simultaneously to see if it’s a beast or just a gimmick.

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RecommendedThe LG UltraGear 27GX79B-B impresses with its high refresh rates. While it’s fast and offers high HDR brightness, it’s only for competitive gamers.

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Nvidia has officially announced the RTX 5070 laptop GPU with 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM. This could be a huge win for mid-range gaming laptops.

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The Steam Controller arrives on May 4, and I can't wait to try it. Here are the top 3 reasons why this could be the best PC game controller yet.
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