Latest articles by Tony Polanco
Apple’s M-series chip 5 years later: How ditching Intel revolutionized computing — and what’s next
Apple’s M1 chip changed everything. Here's the inside scoop on how it all came together.
I review gaming laptops for a living — and this is my favorite of 2025
2025 was a big year for RTX 50 gaming laptops, and the Alienware 16 Area-51 stood out above the rest. Here's why it was my favorite gaming laptop of 2025.
LG Display announces world's first 240Hz 'RGB stripe' OLED panel — here's why it's a big deal
Ahead of CES 2026, LG announces the world's first 27-inch 240Hz 4K OLED monitor featuring an RGB stripe structure. Here's how that's important.
We tested hundreds of gadgets in 2025 — these are the 5 best of the year
Here at Tom's Guide we reviewed an awful lot of laptops, tablets, printers and more in 2025, and we wanted to recommend these 5 as our favorite gadgets of the year.
Act fast! This RTX 5070 gaming laptop is $300 off for a limited time!
If you're looking for a great mid-range gaming laptop, the Acer Nitro V 16S is currently on sale for $300 off at B&H Photo for a limited time.
RAM price crisis LIVE — all the latest updates on price surges, global memory shortage, expert advice and more
Here's everything you need to know about the ongoing RAM price crisis, along with the latest updates and our expert advice on current prices on phones, tablets, laptops and more.
I test the best Android tablets for a living — here's my top 3 picks for 2025
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.
Act fast! My favorite Pro controller of the year is $30 off at Amazon right now
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded is an excellent update of its predecessor, and it's now on sale for the first time.
Best gaming laptops that I personally recommend after years of testing and thousands of hours of play
Our best gaming laptops list includes great budget options as well as huge, premium powerhouses. These are the best of the best, based on hours of testing and hands-on reviews.
I just tested the Kindle Scribe — and it will be hard going back to the Paperwhite
The new Kindle Scribe just became my favorite Kindle ever
Best computers in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
The best computers for every use and price range, from pocket-sized mini PCs to all-in-one desktops and powerful gaming PCs.
The best gaming PCs in 2025
The best gaming PCs for every budget are here, including console-sized PCs and high-end rigs that are VR ready.
I just tested the new Kindle Scribe — and it’s now my go-to Kindle
The Kindle Scribe (2025) might not be the best note-taking e-reader available, but it still delivers a phenomenal reading experience thanks to its sharp 11-inch display and comfortable design.
Rumor claims Xbox wants to bring older Xbox games to PC and handhelds — here's what we’ve heard
A new rumor claims that Xbox is making an effort to expand backward compatibility of older titles to platforms like PC and gaming handhelds.
Microsoft promises to improve PC gaming in 2026, but will it be enough to topple Steam?
Microsoft has improved gaming on Windows this year but it has even bigger plans for 2026.
Whoa! The ROG Xbox Ally just dropped to its lowest price ever
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally just got its first major discount. Save $110 right now on this new Xbox-centric gaming handheld.
I was stoked for the Steam Machine — but this one thing could be a deal-breaker
The Steam Machine's potential price could be damaging. Here's what we think Valve's gaming device will cost and how that could sway or deter customers.
Act fast! This RTX 5070 gaming laptop is $400 off right now
Is the rising cost of RAM bumming you out? Don't worry, because this RTX 5070-powered MSI Katana 15 is still on sale for $400 off at Walmart!
I’m an avid gamer — and my favorite gaming monitor of 2025 is on sale for $100 off right now
The Alienware AW3425DW is one of the best gaming monitors out there, and it's on sale now for $100 off at Best Buy.
Don’t wait! The M5 MacBook Pro is still $250 off at Amazon
The M5 MacBook Pro is still $250 off at Amazon. Here's why you should consider buying Apple's most powerful MacBook yet.
Best Black Friday iPad deals LIVE heading into Cyber Monday — iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro and more
The hottest Black Friday Apple iPad deals are still happening with Cyber Monday just around the corner! Save big on all the latest iPads.
Amazon is selling this $260 Chromebook for just $169 right now for Black Friday
If you're looking for an affordable laptop for work or school, this HP Chromebook 14 is now $169 during Black Friday.
Black Friday gaming laptop deals live — save up to $1,100 on RTX 50 laptops right now
With Black Friday approaching, RTX 50-series deals are already receiving discounts across the board. Here are the best deals we've found so far.
