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
macOS Sequoia: Apple Intelligence upgrades, new features, release date and more
By Alex Wawro last updated
Apple's macOS Sequoia includes some much-needed upgrades and a bit of AI in Apple Intelligence. Here's everything you need to know about it.
The best laptops for battery life in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the longest-lasting laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.
The best laptops under $500 in 2024 - our top budget picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best laptops under $500 include a nice selection of Chromebooks, Windows laptops and 2-in-1s.
The best monitor for MacBook Pro in 2024
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Here's our list of the best monitors for a MacBook Pro, whether you're looking for something portable, curved, gaming-oriented or optimized for pro work.
Best 13-inch laptops in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best 13-inch laptops offer a good mix of power and portability, and these are the best you can buy right now.
Best wireless keyboards in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best wireless keyboards for school, work or gaming, based on our hands-on testing and expertise.
The best wireless mouse in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you're setting up a home office or upgrading your everyday carry, here are our picks for the best wireless mouse on the market.
The best cheap tablets in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here's our guide to the best cheap tablets around, from Fire tablets to Samsung slates.
The best Samsung tablets in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Our guide to the best Samsung tablets you can buy, which are some of the best Android tablets on the market.
The best Windows laptops in 2024: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here are some of the best Windows laptops on the market in every category, from ultraportables to gaming machines.
Best laptops 2024 tested — July top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best laptops we recommend based on our own hands-on testing and review, from ultraportable and Chromebooks to big, beefy gaming laptops.
The best Kindles in 2024 — our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here are the best Kindles and e-readers on the market right now, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
The best mechanical keyboards in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.
Japan breaks Internet speed record by hitting 402 Tbps, so fast you could download Elden Ring in a millisecond
By Alex Wawro last updated
Japanese researchers have set a new internet speed record using standard fiber optic cables paired with new amplification technologies.
Best keyboards in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best keyboards for school or home use, including wired and wireless keyboards.
The best tablets on the market right now
By Alex Wawro last updated
From Apple to Android to Windows and even Chrome, no matter what kind of tablet you're shopping for we can recommend a great one based on our hands-on reviews and lab testing.
Lenovo Slim 7 (2024) review: My favorite business laptop of the year (so far)
By Alex Wawro last updated
The Lenovo Slim 7 is available at Costco for $999, and that's a great deal for this 14-inch Windows 11 laptop with an OLED touchscreen. This Lenovo Slim 7 review will show you why.
I review gaming PCs for a living, and I wish they all came with this one thing
By Alex Wawro published
Who knew a bag could be this cool?
Tom’s Guide asks: What’s your biggest laptop pet peeve?
By Alex Wawro published
Watch out for these common pitfalls when buying a laptop
MacBook Air vs Pro: Which should you buy?
By Alex Wawro, Mark Spoonauer, Dave Meikleham last updated
Which MacBook is best for you: the Air or the Pro? Here's how to choose which one to buy.
The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024 — our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
If you want a laptop that transforms into a tablet (or vice versa), these are the best we recommend
Best gaming laptops in 2024 — tested and 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 review.
The best touchscreen laptops in 2024
By Alex Wawro last updated
Here are some of the best touchscreen laptops on the market right now, based on our hands-on testing.