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
How to download the iPadOS 17 public beta
By Tony Polanco published
The iPadOS 17 public beta is here. Here's how to download it and what you should know about this iPad software update.
iPadOS 17 — public beta, supported devices, new features and more
By Alyse Stanley, John Velasco last updated
Here's everything coming to iPadOS 17, including all the newest features, release date, and compatible devices.
Battlebit Remastered: Everything to know about the Steam smash hit
By Tony Polanco published
BattleBit Remastered was released a short while ago but it's already one of the most popular titles on Steam — here's what you need to know.
Best surge protector in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
A high-quality unit can protect your devices from potential surges. These are the best you can buy.
I test gaming monitors for a living — here's the 7 things I look for
By Tony Polanco published
Shopping for a gaming monitor might not be easy, but the effort you put in is worth it. Here's what to look for.
I review tablets for a living — and this is the one I'd buy
By Tony Polanco published
The humble iPad Air 5 combines portability and power. It's not only a tablet I'd recommend to anyone, it's also the one I'd buy.
Final Fantasy XVI review: Final Fantasy grows up
By Tony Polanco published
Final Fantasy XVI reinvigorates the long-running franchise thanks to its grimdark tone and engaging real-time combat. This is exactly the refresh the series needed.
OpenAI faces class-action lawsuit over how ChatGPT uses data — here's what we know
By Tony Polanco published
A law firm is suing ChatGPT creator OpenAI for violating the copyrights of users.
The MacBook Pro M3 could be my first MacBook — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
Apple could unleash M3 MacBook Pro laptops in 2024. If so, I might finally buy a MacBook.
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 vs Alienware AW3423DWF: Which gaming monitor wins?
By Tony Polanco published
We compare the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 and Alienware AW3423DWF to help you decide which one to get
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 curved gaming monitor review
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 features an immersive 34-inch curved display, zippy performance and an overall elegant design. Though pricey, it excels at delivering an enjoyable gaming experience.
How to buy books on Kindle
By Tony Polanco published
Want to know how to buy books on Kindle? This guide will walk you through all the steps.
I review laptops for a living — and this is the one I'd buy
By Tony Polanco published
The Dell XPS 15 OLED is one of the finest Windows 11 laptops out there — and it's the one I'd buy.
Apple Vision Pro could change how you surf the web forever — here's why
By Tony Polanco last updated
Apple Vision Pro will use the WebXR standard, which should make browsing the web with the headset more intuitive — here's what you need to know.
MacBook Air 15-inch: 3 reasons to buy and 2 reasons to skip
By Tony Polanco published
Now that the MacBook Air 15-inch M2 is here, we list 3 reasons to buy and 2 reasons to skip the new Apple laptop.
The PS5 and Xbox Series X are finally feeling next-gen — here’s the games I’m stoked for
By Tony Polanco published
A slew of huge blockbuster games are coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X — it's about time!
It’s time to kill the 13-inch MacBook Pro
By Tony Polanco published
With the release of the MacBook Air 15-inch, the MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 is no longer necessary — here's why.
MacBook Air 15-inch vs MacBook Pro 13-inch: Which MacBook should you buy?
By Tony Polanco published
In this face-off, we compare the MacBook Air 15-inch and MacBook Pro 13-inch to see which $1,299 laptop is best for you.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022) review
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Apple MacBook Pro 2022 delivers mind-blowing performance and record-breaking battery life thanks to its M2 processor.
Asus ROG Ally vs Steam Deck: Which handheld wins?
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Asus ROG Ally is here to challenge the Steam Deck but is this new handheld up to the task? We compare the two systems to determine a winner.
Asus ROG Ally: Price, specs, game library and more
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Asus ROG Ally is real and it's coming after the Steam Deck. Here's everything we know about this gaming handheld.
Asus ROG Ally review: A solid but imperfect Steam Deck challenger
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Asus ROG Ally is a Windows 11-based gaming handheld boasting powerful specs and a sleek design. While it’s a solid device on its own, it’s not quite on par with the Steam Deck.
MacBook Air 15-inch battery life tested — here's how it stacks up
By Tony Polanco published
The MacBook Air 15-inch M2 is here and it has awesome battery life. This is how long it lasts based on our tests and how it stacks up to other laptops.