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

This dual-mode 32-inch LG OLED gaming monitor is $400 off for the Amazon Big Spring Sale
By Tony Polanco published
The LG UltraGear 3232GS95UV is now on sale for $999 during the Amazon Big Spring Sale event.

I review keyboards for a living — here's 7 Amazon Big Spring Sale mechanical keyboard deals I recommend
By Tony Polanco published
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here and you can save serious money right now on some fantastic mechanical keyboards.

Amazon Big Spring Sale — my 9 favorite deals on iPads, Samsung and Fire tablets
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Amazon Big Spring Sale is underway, which means you can find some incredible tablet deals right now.

Amazon Big Spring Sale slashes $700 off my favorite curved OLED gaming monitor
By Tony Polanco published
The Amazon Big Spring Sale starts tomorrow but you can save big on this big Samsung OLED gaming monitor right now.

MacBook Air M4 vs MacBook Pro M4 — I'll help you pick the best MacBook for your needs
By Tony Polanco published
Choosing between the M4-powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro laptops isn't easy but we're here to help you pick the best one for your needs.

I just tested this arcade stick for PS5 and PC — and it's nearly perfect for fighting game fans
By Tony Polanco published
The Qanba Q7 Obsidian 2 has almost everything you’d expect from a top-tier competitive arcade stick, but some of its design choices feel less-than-premium.

Amazon Big Spring Sale — 9 iPad deals I recommend right now
By Tony Polanco published
Amazon's Big Spring Sale event is live, so you can take advantage of some great iPad deals right now.

Best cheap HDMI switchers in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
The best HDMI switchers can help you keep all your gadgets hooked up to a single entertainment center.

Amazon Big Spring Sale — 7 MacBook deals I recommend right now
By Tony Polanco published
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here, and you can take advantage of these MacBook deals right now.

I just saw Cyberpunk 2077 running on a Mac Studio — and I couldn't be more excited
By Tony Polanco published
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is launching on Macs and will be optimized for Apple silicon. Here's what we think so far.

The best Android tablets in 2025
By Tony Polanco last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.

I used Apple's 15-inch M4 MacBook Air for a week — it's like last year's model, but with an extra shot of espresso
By Tony Polanco published
The MacBook Air 15-inch M4 isn’t a major upgrade, but its strong M4 performance, long battery life, vibrant display and useful Apple Intelligence features make it a winner.

Xbox handheld reportedly arriving this year, new PC-like console in 2027
By Tony Polanco published
According to a new report from Windows Central, Xbox will reportedly release a new gaming handheld as soon as this year.

The best iPad 2025 — 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.

Apple iPad Air M3 review: The sweet spot just got even sweeter
By Tony Polanco published
The iPad Air M3 has everything you’d want from a tablet, including fast performance, excellent display quality and a light yet sturdy design. It’s a great tablet for just about anyone.

MacBook Air M4 vs MacBook Air M1: 7 biggest upgrades
By Tony Polanco published
These are the biggest upgrades the new MacBook Air M4 offers over the MacBook Air M1.

The best mechanical keyboards in 2025
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.

HP Omen Transcend 32 review: An almost perfect gaming monitor
By Tony Polanco published
An all-around great 4K OLED gaming monitor

iPad Air M3 vs iPad Air M2: What's different?
By Tony Polanco published
The new iPad Air M3 might not be a revolutionary device, but it packs several new features that could make it the best iPad Air yet.

iPad 11 just announced — here’s what’s new
By Tony Polanco published
Apple has just announced a new entry-level iPad featuring more storage and the A16 chip.

Lenovo just unveiled a solar-powered laptop — and it could be a game changer
By Tony Polanco published
Lenovo is designing a solar-powered laptop that's both stylish and environmentally friendly — here’s how it works.

I review gaming laptops for a living — here's the 7 RTX 50-series laptops I would buy
By Tony Polanco published
The first wave of Nvidia RTX 50-series laptops is now available to purchase — and these are the ones I'd buy with my own cash.

7 crucial Monster Hunter Wilds tips to help you survive after playing more than 50 hours
By Tony Polanco published
Monster Hunter Wilds is a fantastic game, but it doesn't always thoroughly explain its mechanics. These 7 tips will show you the basics.
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