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
MacBook Air 13-inch M3 review: A small wonder
By Tony Polanco last updated
The MacBook Air 13-inch M3 isn't all that different from its predecessor but its M3 processor makes it the most powerful MacBook Air yet. This is now arguably the best Apple laptop for most people.
The best Android tablets in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.
OnePlus Pad 2 review: The best Android tablet just got better
By Tony Polanco published
The OnePlus Pad 2 is an excellent update to the original thanks to its strong performance, bright display, booming speakers and incredible battery life.
Apple M4 chip — everything you need to know
By Tony Polanco last updated
Apple is allegedly going to release the first M4 computers as soon as this year, according to new reports.
I just switched to iPhone 16 Pro Max from iPhone 13 Pro — 7 features that make it worth upgrading
By Tony Polanco published
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is Apple's biggest and most expensive phone yet, but it's also its best. If you considered getting this phone, here are 7 reasons that make the upgrade worthwhile.
Best cheap gaming mouse in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best cheap gaming mouse depends on your PC setup, your hand shape and your gaming preferences.
Best surge protector in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best surge protectors can help keep your other electronic devices safe from dangerous power surges and spikes.
Best student computer in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
From dorm-ready desktops to slick all-in-ones for art and photography students, these are the best student computers.
The best iPad 2024 — every model tested and rated
By Tony Polanco last updated
From the big, beautiful iPad Pro to the svelte iPad Air, these are the best iPads you can buy right now, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Air 13-inch M3: Which laptop is better for you?
By Tony Polanco published
Deciding between the Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Air 13-inch isn't as easy as it used to be. In this face-off, we break down each laptop's strengths and weaknesses to see which one wins.
The best mechanical keyboards in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.
The best gaming desks in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming desks offer plenty of benefits. Here are our top picks.
Microsoft Copilot just got radical redesign in major update — ChatGPT-like Voice, vision and more
By Tony Polanco published
Microsoft just gave Copilot a new look and a host of new features that should make the AI companion better to use.
Best gaming laptops in 2024: our top picks tested & rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
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.
Dell XPS 13 (Lunar Lake) vs. Dell XPS 13 (Snapdragon X Elite): Which laptop should you buy?
By Tony Polanco published
Same design, but different strengths and weaknesses for these laptops
The best gaming keyboard in 2024
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.
The best Windows laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Tony Polanco last updated
Here are some of the best Windows laptops on the market in every category, from ultraportables to gaming machines.
The best handheld gaming consoles in 2024
By Dave Meikleham last updated
With the best handheld gaming consoles, you can play excellent games anywhere, whether you’re looking for action, puzzle or strategy games.
Corsair One i500 review — small PC, big performance
By Tony Polanco published
The Corsair One i500 might be small but it delivers excellent gaming performance thanks to its high-end specs. Though expensive and hard to upgrade, it’s one of the best gaming PCs around.
The new Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 tablets are AI-ready — and they’ll be here soon
By Tony Polanco published
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10 Plus — here's what you need to know.
Best iPad cases 2024
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.
Dell XPS 13 (Lunar Lake) review: The world’s first tandem OLED laptop won me over
By Tony Polanco last updated
The new Dell XPS 13 with Lunar Lake doesn't offer exceptional performance or battery life but its compatibility with x86 apps and its gorgeous tandem OLED make it worth considering.
Meta Quest 3S vs Meta Quest 3: What’s different?
By Tony Polanco published
The Meta Quest 3S promises many of the Quest 3's core features, only at a reduced price. Here are the main differences between the two headsets.
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