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

I just played Ninja Gaiden 4 — and it's the best hack-and-slash action game I’ve played in years
By Tony Polanco published
Ninja Gaiden 4 impresses thanks to its brutal combat and non-stop action, making it one of the finest action games in recent years.

The best gaming keyboard in 2025: Tested and rated
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

I tested the iPad Pro and the MacBook Pro — and this is the M5 device I’d buy
By Tony Polanco published
Which M5 machine is right for you?

I just tested the MacBook Pro M5 — and it’s seriously powerful
By Tony Polanco published
Still the best laptop for power users

iPad Pro M5 review: The most powerful tablet ever
By Tony Polanco published
Apple just raised the bar (again)

After trying out Gaming Copilot on the ROG Xbox Ally, I’m not sold yet — but I see the potential
By Tony Polanco published
Gaming Copilot is currently available to Xbox Insiders. Here's how the AI-driven feature functions on the ROG Xbox Ally X.

M5 MacBook Pro — Specs, price and release date
By Tony Polanco last updated
Apple has just announced M5 MacBook Pro, but just the base model. You'll have to wait a little longer for the M5 Pro and M5 Max. Here's everything you need to know!

iPad Pro M5 vs. iPad Pro M4 — the biggest upgrades
By Tony Polanco published
Here are all the upgrades coming to the iPad Pro M5

Apple M5 chip — everything you need to know
By Tony Polanco published
Apple has just announced three new devices powered by the M5 chip. Here's what the latest slice of Apple silicon promises to deliver.

The next Xbox could be more powerful than the PS6 — here’s what the rumors say
By Tony Polanco published
A new leak claims that the rumored Xbox "Magnus" system could be more powerful than the equally rumored PS6. Here's what we've heard.

Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is the Batman: Arkham successor I wasn’t expecting
By Tony Polanco published
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight should be one of the most fun games of 2026. Here's what we think after playing a one-hour demo.

I just tested the new Scuf Valor Pro controller — and it’s a must-have for PC gamers
By Tony Polanco published
Scuf just upgraded the Valor Pro with wireless connectivity and TMR sensors. Here's why this is arguably the best PC game controller on the market.

Sony confirms PS6 will arrive 'in a few years' as AMD teases breakthrough GPU performance
By Tony Polanco last updated
In a new video, Sony and AMD discuss some of the technologies that will power the PS6.

I’ve found 15 Prime Day gaming laptop deals still live — up to $700 off RTX 50-series laptops
By Tony Polanco last updated
October Prime Day deals will be ending soon, and I've spotted 19 must-buy gaming laptop deals you should shop right now.

Legion Go 2 vs. Legion Go S: Which handheld should you buy?
By Tony Polanco published
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is here, but is it a better option over the Legion Go S? We compare the two handhelds to see which one is worth your money.

Lenovo Legion Go 2 review — A great handheld hampered by its steep price
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Legion Go 2 offers meaningful upgrades, including an OLED screen, ergonomic design and strong gaming performance. However, you’ll have to pay a steep price for this Windows 11 gaming handheld.

Microsoft just raised the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate — here’s how much you'll pay now
By Tony Polanco last updated
Xbox just announced that it's raising the price of Game Pass. Here's how much the gaming subscription service will cost now.

I just found my new favorite PC controller — this changes everything
By Tony Polanco last updated
If you're a console gamer looking to get into the world of PC gaming, then you need to own this controller — here's why.

Final Fantasy Tactics is the Game of Thrones video game I always wanted — here's why
By Tony Polanco published
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is a fantastic remake of a PlayStation classic — and a satisfying alternative to Game of Thrones.

Windows 10 end of life — 3 risks you're taking by not upgrading before October 14
By Tony Polanco last updated
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Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10. These are the risks you're taking by continuing to use the updated operating system.

Google wants to take on Windows with Android for PCs — and Qualcomm's CEO already says it's 'incredible'
By Tony Polanco published
During this year's Snapdragon Summit, Google discussed its plans to merge Android with ChromeOS. Qualcomm's CEO has seen the software and says it's "incredible."

The best PC game controllers in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games, from shooters to platformers to RPGs.

Dell 14 Premium review: An XPS in everything but name
By Tony Polanco published
The Dell 14 Premium might be a refreshed XPS laptop from last year, but it’s still a great machine thanks to its vivid display, strong performance and ultraportable design.
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