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

Best Buy just slashed $450 off this RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop — act fast!
By Tony Polanco published
Best Buy is currently selling the Asus ROG Strix G16 for $450 off. Here's why this solid mid-range gaming laptop is an absolute steal at this discounted price.

Handheld gaming prices are out of control — 3 models for 2026 I recommend under $700
By Tony Polanco published
Gaming handhelds are more expensive than ever, but you can still buy an affordable unit. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect gaming handheld.

Pragmata is my favorite surprise game of 2026 — and another GOTY contender from Capcom
By Tony Polanco published
From its clever combat, heartfelt sci-fi story, and stunning visuals, Pragmata won me over. Capcom’s latest is easily one of my favorite games this year.

I just tested the Dell XPS 16 and it’s my new favorite Windows laptop
By Tony Polanco published
The Dell XPS 16 (2026) is a fine return to form, thanks to its updated chassis, powerful performance, and strong battery life, all of which make it one of the best Windows laptops you can buy.

I’ve used a MacBook as my primary computer for two weeks — and I’m not going back to Windows
By Tony Polanco published
This is how I turned a MacBook into my main computer using a USB-C dock and key Mac apps while still keeping my Windows PC for serious gaming.

Best student computers in 2026: Our top PCs tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
From dorm-ready desktops to slick all-in-ones for art and photography students, these are the best student computers.

An Nvidia N1 CPU reportedly spotted on engineering motherboard — Computex announcement could be imminent
By Tony Polanco last updated
A listing on a Chinese resale platform may offer a glimpse of an Nvidia N1. Here's what we know.

I just tested the MacBook Neo vs. the HP Omnibook 5 Flip — and this is the $600 laptop I’d choose
By Tony Polanco published
We compare the MacBook Neo against the HP Omnibook 5 Flip to see which $600 laptop is the better option.

Best iPad cases in 2026
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Apple iPad remains one of the best tablets on the market, and you’ll want to keep it safe with one of the best Apple iPad cases.

I just tested the world's largest laptop trackpad and it makes my MacBook Pro's look tiny
By Tony Polanco published
The Acer Swift 16 AI features the world's largest haptic touchpad — but is it too large? I went hands-on with it to find out.

I've been testing the MacBook Neo for 2 weeks — here's 7 accessories I recommend to elevate this budget laptop
By Tony Polanco published
The MacBook Neo is great out of the box, but you can get more from the laptop with these must-have accessories.

The best handheld gaming consoles in 2026 — our top recommendations
By Darragh Murphy last updated
With the best handheld gaming consoles, you can play excellent games anywhere, whether you’re looking for action, puzzle or strategy games.

I test the best Android tablets for a living — here's my top 3 picks for 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.

I’ve been gaming for 25 years and these are the best PC game controllers in 2026 worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games, from shooters to platformers to RPGs.

5 MacBook alternatives I'd buy during the Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Tony Polanco published
If you're looking for great MacBook alternatives, here are 5 deals happening right now during the Amazon Big Spring Sale event.

MacBook Neo vs. Chromebooks: Which budget laptop is right for you?
By Tony Polanco published
Has the $599 MacBook Neo made Chromebooks obsolete? We detail the strengths and weaknesses of Chromebooks to help you choose the right one for your needs.

Major Sony PS5 price hike just hit all models — here's what you'll pay now
By Tony Polanco published
Sony is raising the price of PS5 consoles again. Here's how much each model will now cost globally.

Can the MacBook Neo run Windows 11? Yes, but there's a huge catch
By Tony Polanco published
Thanks to Parallels Desktop, you can run Windows 11 on the MacBook Neo. However, should you even bother? We tried this ourselves to find out!

Forget the MacBook Air M5 — Amazon just slashed $250 off the M4 in huge Spring Sale deal
By Tony Polanco published
Amazon just shaved $250 off the MacBook Air M4. Here's why this older model is still a fantastic laptop and why you shouldn't miss out on this deal.

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air M5. vs. MacBook Pro M5: Which one is best for you?
By Tony Polanco published
There are now three MacBooks to choose from, but which one is right for you? We detail the differences between the MacBook Neo, Air M5, and Pro M5.

Best computers in 2026: Our 7 top picks after 500+ hours of testing
By Darragh Murphy 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.

Here are 5 Amazon Big Spring Sale gaming laptop deals I’d buy with my own money
By Tony Polanco published
The Amazon Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25, but you can save right now on some RTX gaming laptops. Here are some of the best deals we've found.

The new iPad Air M4 just got its first discount for Amazon's Big Spring Sale — and it earned 4.5 stars in our review
By Tony Polanco published
The Amazon Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25, but you don't have to wait, as you can save $40 (or more) off the new iPad Air M4 right now!
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