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

The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These portable PCs are designed to double as tablets and they're great for watching videos and tapping around the web. Here are the best 2-in-1 laptops we recommend.

The best printers in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best printers we recommend for every need and budget, backed up by our expert hands-on testing and reviews.

5 cool things you can do with your Flipper Zero
By Alex Wawro published
The Flipper Zero is a digital multitool that's gotten a bad rap due to concerns it could be used for nefarious hacking, but there's also lots of cool stuff it can do.

MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo (2025) review
By Alex Wawro last updated
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo delivers good Windows 11 performance in an easy-to-carry 16-inch chassis that costs under $2,000.

I didn't love the Kindle Scribe when I reviewed it, but this new feature changed my mind
By Alex Wawro published
Amazon's Kindle Scribe just got a sweet upgrade that makes taking notes easier

I reviewed Windows 11, and these are the 5 new features I'm most excited about for 2025
By Alex Wawro published
There's some good reasons to run Windows 11 this year

Best gaming laptops in 2025: our top picks 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 reviews.

The best Lenovo laptops in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best Lenovo laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.

The best monitor for MacBook Pro in 2025
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Need a great monitor for your MacBook Pro? These are some of the best

This is the best RPG I've played since Baldur's Gate 3 — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
Indie darling Caves of Qud has been in development for over 15 years, and now that it's finally hit 1.0 I think it might be the best RPG I've played in decades.

The best business laptops in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best business laptops help you be more productive on the go - these are models we recommend most from Apple, Dell, Lenovo and more.

Acer Chromebook Plus 515 review: This $400 laptop has killer speakers for the price
By Alex Wawro published
I couldn't believe how good this Chromebook sounds

The best laptops under $500 in 2025: 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.

Best all-in-one computers in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the best all-in-one computers for families, students and professionals, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

How to remove the Windows 11 news and weather widget
By Alex Wawro published
Enjoy total control over your Windows 11 taskbar

Best Mac apps in 2025: our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
Of all the apps available for Apple computers, these are the some of the best you can install on your new iMac or MacBook.

The best Apple Pencil alternatives in 2025
By Alex Wawro last updated
We found the best Apple Pencil alternatives for every budget.

Best laser printers in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
If you want the best blend of print quality and low-cost printing, laser printers are where it's at. See our favorites to find the best laser printers out there.

Windows 11 Home vs Windows 11 Pro: What's the difference?
By Alex Wawro last updated
Windows 11 Pro offers some features you don't get with Windows 11 Home, but it costs over $60 more. Here's what you need to know when deciding which version to buy.

The best monitors in 2025: our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Find out the best monitor for your desk, whether it's for work, gaming, entertainment or anything in between.

Nvidia RTX 5090: 3 reasons to buy and 2 reasons to skip
By Alex Wawro published
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card is about to land on store shelves with a whopping $1,999 price tag. It's a lot of graphics for your gaming PC, but is it worth it? We'll help you decide.

Best portable printers in 2025: Our top picks tested and rated
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best portable printers let you print anywhere with compact designs, handy batteries and even scanning and copying capabilities.

I just tested this hand massager — and it's a game changer for my pain
By Alex Wawro last updated
I have a bag of tricks for working out hand, back and neck pain after a long day of work, and this impulse buy added a new gadget to the mix. Here's why I love it so far.
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