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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 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.

Articles by: Tony Polanco

I test tablets for a living — 3 I'd buy and 1 I'd skip

By Tony Polanco published 24 September 23

A great tablet can make your digital life even better. Here are three of my favorite slates and one I'd avoid.

I thought Microsoft Copilot was an AI gimmick — but this changed my mind

By Tony Polanco published 22 September 23

Microsoft Copilot wants to be the ultimate AI assistant — here's what it can do.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 hands-on review: Lighter than Air

By Tony Polanco published 21 September 23

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The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 releases in October and seems poised to take on the MacBook Air. Here are our initial hands-on impressions of Microsoft's laptop.

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% keyboard on desk

Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review

By Tony Polanco published 20 September 23

Editor\'s Choice

The Razer BlackWidow V4 75% is a great product for keyboard modders and those curious about the hobby. It’s arguably Razer’s best keyboard ever.

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty review — The redemption arc is complete

By Tony Polanco published 20 September 23

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty is not only a phenomenal expansion, but it completes the core game's redemption arc.

Apple needs to fix this one thing with the USB-C Magic Mouse

By Tony Polanco published 19 September 23

A recent report claims Apple will add USB-C charging to many of its devices, including the Magic Mouse. If true that's great, the company also needs to address this long-standing design flaw.

Eureka! Apple will finally update its Magic Mouse to USB-C and ditch Lightning

By Tony Polanco published 18 September 23

A new report claims Apple will (finally) update the Magic Mouse and other peripherals with USB-C — here's what we know.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 hands-on review

By Tony Polanco published 18 September 23

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The Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is one of the largest gaming monitors we've ever experienced. Here are our initial impressions.

I don't need a new iPhone 15 Pro but I'm getting one anyway — here's why

By Tony Polanco published 16 September 23

I've owned an iPhone 13 Pro for a year and a half but this one crucial iPhone 15 feature is going to get me to upgrade.

HP’s new 3-in-1 laptop costs a ridiculous $5,000

By Tony Polanco published 14 September 23

The HP Spectre Fold impresses thanks to its multiple use cases but the new device demands a steep price.

Thunderbolt 5 cable from Intel promo video

Thunderbolt 5 promises faster charging and more — here’s what we know

By Tony Polanco published 14 September 23

Thunderbolt 5 promises significant advantages over Thunderbolt 4.

Doh! M3 MacBooks reportedly delayed until next year

By Tony Polanco published 13 September 23

Rumors have long suggested we'd get M3 MacBooks in October 2023. However, a new rumor claims otherwise. Here's what we know.

iPhone 15 Pro gets ray tracing — all the games coming to the new iPhone

By Tony Polanco published 12 September 23

Apple has just announced a slew of big games coming to iPhone 15 — here's what you can expect.

Corsair Xeneon Flex review: Behind the curve

By Tony Polanco published 12 September 23

Weird flex

Assassin's Creed Mirage hands-on preview

By Tony Polanco published 12 September 23

Not yet rated

Assassin's Creed Mirage is a return to form for Ubisoft's long-running action-adventure game franchise. Based on what we've played, it has the potential to be one of the best entries in years.

The Logitech Reach could be the webcam of the year — here’s why

By Tony Polanco published 11 September 23

The newly announced Logitech Reach articulating camera might be the best thing to happen to webcams yet — here's what we know.

Alienware m18 review unit on desk running Cyberpunk 2077

I test gaming laptops for a living — 3 I'd pick and 1 I'd skip

By Tony Polanco published 9 September 23

Gaming laptops can be just as useful as a big gaming rig. Here are three machines I'd recommend and one I'd avoid.

I just tested the strangest OLED gaming monitor of the year

By Tony Polanco last updated 7 September 23

The Corsair Xeneon Flex ticks all the right boxes for a gaming monitor, but its signature feature is too cumbersome for me — here's why.

Apple Vision Pro vs Meta Quest Pro composite image

Watch out, Apple Vision Pro — Meta and LG teaming up on new Quest Pro headset

By Tony Polanco last updated 5 September 23

A new report claims that Meta and LG are partnering for the next Meta Quest Pro — here's what we know.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review unit on a desk

The 3 best gaming laptops that are also great for work

By Tony Polanco published 3 September 23

If you're looking for a great gaming laptop that's equally adept for work, we've got three fantastic suggestions — along with an honorable mention.

The Legion Go looks like a Steam Deck killer — but it needs this one thing

By Tony Polanco published 2 September 23

We're impressed by the Lenovo Legion Go so far but it needs to nail down this one aspect to truly put it above the competition.

The Lenovo Legion 9i is a liquid-cooled gaming laptop I actually want

By Tony Polanco last updated 1 September 23

Not yet rated

The Lenovo Legion 9i packs powerful components and an innovative liquid cooling system into its svelte chassis. Here are our initial impressions.

I just tried the new Lenovo Legion Go — and it could beat the Steam Deck

By Tony Polanco last updated 1 September 23

Not yet rated

The Lenovo Legion Go is the latest gaming handheld seeking to overthrow the Steam Deck. Here's what it's like to use one.

Corsair K70 Max review

By Tony Polanco published 30 August 23

Editor\'s Choice

The Corsair K70 Max has a familiar design but its programmable magnetic switches arguably make it the company’s best keyboard yet.

New M3 MacBooks reportedly skipping Apple September event — here's what we know

By Tony Polanco published 30 August 23

According to a new report, Apple won't announce M3 MacBooks during its upcoming September 12 event. Here's what we've heard.

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