Alex Wawro
Alex Wawro is a lifelong tech and games enthusiast with more than a decade of experience covering the movers and shakers in both industries for media outlets like Game Developer, Black Hat and PC World magazine. A lifelong PC builder, he currently serves as a senior editor at Tom's Guide covering all things computing, from laptops and desktops to printers, keyboards and mice. If you plug it into a PC, he's probably the person to talk to.
Latest articles by Alex Wawro
I sat in Sony's car of the future, and it's lacking more than legroom
By Alex Wawro published
For starters, there's no door handles
Call me old fashioned but I like my laptops with a lot of ports — here's why
By Anthony Spadafora published
Does using a laptop docking station make up for the fact that laptops have fewer and fewer ports these days? Tom’s Guide staffers weigh in on this tricky question.
The best iPads for kids in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best kid-friendly iPads you can buy, based on our own hands-on testing and reviews.
The best mechanical keyboards in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.
Best computers in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best computers for every use and price range, from pocket-sized mini PCs to all-in-one desktops and powerful gaming PCs.
Google I/O 2024 dates announced — here's what to expect
By Alex Wawro published
Google's annual developer conference is happening again in May, where we expect to see the reveal of new Android features and devices.
The best Amazon Fire tablets in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best Amazon Fire tablets you can buy right now, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
The best cheap tablets in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best cheap tablets around, from Fire tablets to Samsung slates.
Best tablets for kids in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our guide to the best kid-friendly tablets around, based on our own hands-on testing and reviews.
Best MacBook in 2024 — top picks in March
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best MacBooks you can buy right now, from the ultraportable MacBook Air to the powerful MacBook Pro.
Best laptops you can buy 2024 — March top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best laptops we recommend based on our own hands-on testing and review, from ultraportable and Chromebooks to big, beefy gaming laptops.
Microsoft Surface Pro 10: Everything we know so far
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here’s everything you need to know about the Microsoft Surface Pro 10, which is rumored to be dropping in mid-2024 with some exciting new upgrades.
Tom's Guide asks: Are gaming laptops still worth it in 2024?
By Alex Wawro published
As price tags climb ever higher, we wonder: are gaming laptops still worth it?
The best monitors in 2024
By Alex Wawro, Dave Meikleham last updated
These are the best monitors for basic tasks, gaming, portability and everything in between.
How to remap the Copilot key on Windows 11
By Alex Wawro published
Windows 11 has a Copilot key built in, but sometimes you want to move it around. Here's how to remap the Copilot key in Windows 11, using the versatile Microsoft PowerToys.
MacBook Air M3 benchmarks — here’s how it compares to MacBook Pro and Windows
By Alex Wawro published
The new MacBook Air M3 models are in our testing lab right now, and we have the latest results hot and ready for you! Here's how fast these Apple M3 MacBooks really are.
Best laser printers in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
If you want the best blend of print quality and low-cost printing, laser printers are where it's at. See our favorites to find the best laser printers out there.
My new favorite wrist rest is a mouse — or is it the other way around?
By Alex Wawro published
The Rollermouse Pro Slim from Contour Design is a PC peripheral that centers a mouse beneath your wrists (in the form of the Rollerbar), giving you a potentially ergonomic alternative.
Best laptops for video editing in 2023
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best laptops for video editing are light, powerful, and long-lived, with great screens. Here are the best you can buy, for professionals and hobbyists alike.
Windows 11 Copilot just got a major upgrade — here’s all the new skills
By Alex Wawro last updated
Microsoft is upgrading Windows Copilot with new plugins and skills this month, so get ready for it to be a little more capable starting today - here's how.
Best photo printers of 2024 - Top picks for March
By Alex Wawro last updated
Photo printers come in all shapes and sizes, from full-sized multifunction printers to portable models that fit in your pocket. Here are the very best photo printers we've reviewed.
Discord: Everything you need to know
By Alex Wawro last updated
Discord is one of the most popular platforms for chatting with friends or streaming games. Here's what you need to know about the popular app.
Intel wants its chips inside 100 million 'AI PCs' by 2025
By Alex Wawro published
Intel representatives have laid out plans to ship 100 million 'AI PCs' with Intel Core Ultra chips in them by 2025. This is a big deal because you're about to see them everywhere.
The best mouse in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you're setting up a home office or upgrading a school setup, here are our picks for the best mouse you can buy.
Dell UltraSharp 40 Curved Thunderbolt Hub Monitor review: The ultimate laptop upgrade
By Alex Wawro published
This 40-inch 5K curved monitor has a refresh rate of 120Hz and a built-in hub with support for Thunderbolt 4, making it a killer productivity display that can fill a variety of roles.