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
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Microsoft won’t let you remove new Windows 11 Backup app — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
Microsoft says the new Windows Backup app can't be removed from Windows 11 — here's what we know.
![iPad Air 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TKXpvkgfMk62oQ7QQowjSW-320-80.jpg)
I test tablets for a living — 3 I'd buy and 1 I'd skip
By Tony Polanco published
A great tablet can make your digital life even better. Here are three of my favorite slates and one I'd avoid.
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I thought Microsoft Copilot was an AI gimmick — but this changed my mind
By Tony Polanco published
Microsoft Copilot wants to be the ultimate AI assistant — here's what it can do.
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Apple needs to fix this one thing with the USB-C Magic Mouse
By Tony Polanco published
A recent report claims Apple will add USB-C charging to many of its devices, including the Magic Mouse. If true that's great, the company also needs to address this long-standing design flaw.
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Eureka! Apple will finally update its Magic Mouse to USB-C and ditch Lightning
By Tony Polanco published
A new report claims Apple will (finally) update the Magic Mouse and other peripherals with USB-C — here's what we know.
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iPadOS 17 review: A modest update
By Tony Polanco last updated
While iPadOS 17 isn't a revolutionary update for Apple tablets, its new features help make iPads more personalized for you.
![iPhone 15 Pro in Natural Titanium](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AGAchT9544GSte9XA3cxFe-320-80.jpg)
I don't need a new iPhone 15 Pro but I'm getting one anyway — here's why
By Tony Polanco published
I've owned an iPhone 13 Pro for a year and a half but this one crucial iPhone 15 feature is going to get me to upgrade.
![HP Spectre Fold](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4uSpnspi8Fetem82wc5inG-320-80.jpg)
HP’s new 3-in-1 laptop costs a ridiculous $5,000
By Tony Polanco published
The HP Spectre Fold impresses thanks to its multiple use cases but the new device demands a steep price.
![Thunderbolt 5 cable from Intel promo video](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QNqCKiNTkVByZBegZ4FJ5i-320-80.jpg)
Thunderbolt 5 promises faster charging and more — here’s what we know
By Tony Polanco published
Thunderbolt 5 promises significant advantages over Thunderbolt 4.
![MacBook Air M2 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C2pQRtwvtmfS6fLow9Zxwf-320-80.jpg)
Doh! M3 MacBooks reportedly delayed until next year
By Tony Polanco published
Rumors have long suggested we'd get M3 MacBooks in October 2023. However, a new rumor claims otherwise. Here's what we know.
![The Division Resurgence](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mNq2Eytg77gp3wmuQ5ARVc-320-80.jpg)
iPhone 15 Pro gets ray tracing — all the games coming to the new iPhone
By Tony Polanco published
Apple has just announced a slew of big games coming to iPhone 15 — here's what you can expect.
![Logitech Reach](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q3NS7WG2fb967aoUxZLPHQ-320-80.jpg)
The Logitech Reach could be the webcam of the year — here’s why
By Tony Polanco published
The newly announced Logitech Reach articulating camera might be the best thing to happen to webcams yet — here's what we know.
![Alienware m18 review unit on desk running Cyberpunk 2077](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jqYwEgjVftmXinPJ3YmDKR-320-80.jpg)
I test gaming laptops for a living — 3 I'd pick and 1 I'd skip
By Tony Polanco published
Gaming laptops can be just as useful as a big gaming rig. Here are three machines I'd recommend and one I'd avoid.
![Corsair Xeneon Flex](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R5xKSfpQo96T5oDKZDKgfh-320-80.jpg)
I just tested the strangest OLED gaming monitor of the year
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Corsair Xeneon Flex ticks all the right boxes for a gaming monitor, but its signature feature is too cumbersome for me — here's why.
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Watch out, Apple Vision Pro — Meta and LG teaming up on new Quest Pro headset
By Tony Polanco last updated
A new report claims that Meta and LG are partnering for the next Meta Quest Pro — here's what we know.
![Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review unit on a desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bX4S8YF7v2zcybt3FbVdHd-320-80.jpg)
The 3 best gaming laptops that are also great for work
By Tony Polanco published
If you're looking for a great gaming laptop that's equally adept for work, we've got three fantastic suggestions — along with an honorable mention.
![Lenovo Legion Go](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JdDFak5YK73pLhHzaip4TH-320-80.jpg)
The Legion Go looks like a Steam Deck killer — but it needs this one thing
By Tony Polanco published
We're impressed by the Lenovo Legion Go so far but it needs to nail down this one aspect to truly put it above the competition.
![MacBook Air M2 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C2pQRtwvtmfS6fLow9Zxwf-320-80.jpg)
New M3 MacBooks reportedly skipping Apple September event — here's what we know
By Tony Polanco published
According to a new report, Apple won't announce M3 MacBooks during its upcoming September 12 event. Here's what we've heard.
![Starfield Xbox Series X console wrap](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tRbKeeCKzg5cqtSodqHRuN-320-80.jpg)
Starfield global launch times — here’s when you can play around the world
By Tony Polanco published
Starfield's global launch is imminent — this is when the Xbox exclusive will be playable worldwide.
![Gaming setup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dc4fdm93PCXD4ip5hKaXta-320-80.jpg)
I'm a tech and gaming journalist — and I've finally achieved my perfect desk setup
By Tony Polanco published
As a journalist, podcaster, and gamer, I needed a desk setup to accommodate all my needs — and I've finally completed the ideal setup.
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Netflix is now testing cloud gaming on TVs, PCs and Macs — what you need to know
By Tony Polanco last updated
Netflix just launched a limited beta test for its cloud games — this is everything we know.
![Like a Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P84G5fVHbUTuqseNeG2FK7-320-80.jpg)
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name hands-on review
By Tony Polanco published
Not yet ratedLike a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is a return to form for the Yakuza series — here's what we think of it so far.