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
MacBook Pro 2021 (16-inch) review
By Alex Wawro last updated
Apple's MacBook Pro 2021 (16-inch) is an across-the-board improvement that delivers best-in-class performance, especially with M1 Max.
Apple M2 chip — New features, specs and everything we know so far
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's everything Apple's announced so far about the new M2 chip.
‘Windows 12’ leak just teased powerful AI upgrades — here’s what we know
By Alex Wawro published
Work on Windows 12, or something like it, may be well underway at Microsoft, and a new report suggests powerful new features could be in the cards.
How to use GeForce Experience
By Alex Wawro published
Own an Nvidia graphics card? Then you can use the free GeForce Experience software to optimize your PC's game-playing potential. Here's how.
Framework is making the world’s most exciting laptops right now — here’s why
By Alex Wawro published
Framework's more powerful, more modular Framework Laptop 16 is the most exciting laptop I've seen all year, and I review them for a living.
How to use Nvidia Shadowplay
By Alex Wawro published
Here's how to use Nvidia's GeForce Experience software to record gameplay and share it with the world.
I used to hate audiobooks, and now I'm a diehard Audible user
By Alex Wawro last updated
How one book nerd learned to love audiobooks, and why you should too.
How to use Windows 11's new screen recorder
By Alex Wawro published
The Windows 11 Snipping Tool gets upgraded with a new tool for recording video of your desktop. Here's how to use the new Windows 11 screen recorder.
5 macOS tips to boost your productivity
By Alex Wawro last updated
Get more done with less effort using these 5 macOS productivity tips.
Gigabyte G27FC curved gaming monitor review
By Alex Wawro published
This 27-inch 165Hz 1080p curved monitor is a great choice for anyone who wants to try gaming on a curve without spending a lot of money.
macOS Ventura review
By Alex Wawro last updated
macOS Ventura is out now, and it's a solid and promising update with some cool new features for your Mac. Here's our breakdown of the best of them.
I asked Bing with ChatGPT to plan a trip to Amsterdam, and it didn't go as planned
By Alex Wawro published
How to use ChatGPT for travel advice, and how well it works
iMac Pro 2023 release date rumors, leaks and what we know so far
By Alex Wawro last updated
The 27-inch iMac Pro 2023 could be on the horizon. Here's everything we know about it so far, and what we expect.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 review
By Alex Wawro last updated
Microsoft's Surface Laptop 4 offers strong performance, impressive audio and very good battery life, but the design is starting to feel a bit stale.
This one trick helped me supercharge Bing with ChatGPT
By Alex Wawro published
Do this to unlock the full power of Bing with ChatGPT, which can do everything from answering questions to writing emails and debugging code.
Should I upgrade to Windows 11? What you need to know
By Alex Wawro last updated
Windows 11 is well out of the woods by now, but is it time for you to upgrade? Here we walk you through what you should know to make the best decision.
Windows 11 Home vs Windows 11 Pro: What's the difference?
By Alex Wawro published
Windows 11 Pro offers some features you don't get with Windows 11 Home, but it costs over $60 more. Here's what you need to know when deciding which version to buy.
Razer Blade 18 review: Size matters
By Alex Wawro published
The new Razer Blade 18 has a big, beautiful 18-inch display that makes games and videos look great. However, its poor battery life and sheer size make it ill-suited for gaming on the go.
Dell XPS 15 OLED (2021) review
By Alex Wawro last updated
Dell's XPS 15 OLED is a pricey, powerful machine with an eye-catching screen that effectively straddles the line between sleek ultraportable and beefy gaming laptop.
Microsoft ChatGPT event news and updates: Bing and Edge get AI-powered search
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft has announced a deeper partnership with OpenAI that sees it integrating a more powerful version of ChatGPT to improve Bing and Edge with new search and AI-powered features.
I just went hands-on with the ChatGPT-powered Bing — this is scary good
By Alex Wawro published
Here's what it's like to use an AI Bing that talks back
5 of my favorite Windows 11 hacks that will make you more productive
By Alex Wawro published
After using Windows 11 since before it was launched, one Tom's Guide editor has amassed a small storehouse of tips, tricks and Windows hacks that will help you get more done with less stress.