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
Laptops are getting smaller and smaller every year, and I can't take it anymore
By Alex Wawro published
Size matters, and there is such a thing as too thin
LG Gram 17 Pro (2023) review: Serious power, seriously light
By Alex Wawro last updated
The LG Gram 17 Pro delivers strong performance from its 13th gen Core i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and wraps it up in a very light 3.2-pound package.
Microsoft is fixing one of the things I hate most about Windows 11
By Alex Wawro published
Microsoft has finally released a build of Windows 11 that lets you use a different browser than Edge for OS-level tasks—but it's currently only available in Europe.
Google Chrome is getting a big redesign —here's what's new
By Alex Wawro last updated
Google marks Chrome's 15th anniversary with a bold new look, new features and a revamped storefront.
Windows 11 update causing Blue Screens of Death: What you should know
By Alex Wawro last updated
A new update for Windows 11 and Windows 10 is causing PCs to crash, and the only common link seems to be MSI motherboards.
Windows 11 problems and fixes — everything we know so far
By Alex Wawro last updated
Windows 11 has some known issues at launch. Here's a rundown of the most common we've seen, and what to do about them.
Should you buy a cheap gaming PC off Amazon? Read this first
By Alex Wawro last updated
Is it a good idea to buy a gaming PC off Amazon from a vendor you don't recognize, if the deal is good? Maybe — but there are some red flags you want to look for before you buy.
Microsoft is killing WordPad in Windows 11: What you need to know
By Alex Wawro published
Windows 11 will likely be the final version of Windows to ship with a copy of WordPad, according to Microsoft.
7 macOS keyboard shortcuts you've got to know
By Alex Wawro published
Apple's macOS keyboard shortcuts are incredibly handy, but there are so many it can be hard to keep track. These are the most important ones you should know.
I'll never buy a 4K laptop and you shouldn't either — here's why
By Alex Wawro published
4K screens are more and more common on laptops, but is paying extra for pixels you can barely see worth it?
Dell XPS 13 Plus (2023) review: A stunning step backwards
By Alex Wawro published
The Dell XPS 13 Plus (2023) looks and feels just as premium as its predecessor, but it still has the same weaknesses — and in some cases, it actually performed worse in our tests.
When should you upgrade your laptop? Here's how long it should last
By Alex Wawro published
How long should your laptop last, and is an extended warranty all it's cracked up to be? We did some digging and asked some experts to get the answers, and the results may surprise you.
Baldur's Gate 3 — how to leave camp
By Alex Wawro published
The camp in Baldur's Gate 3 is the place to be if you want to talk to your companions, rest or change your spells. Here's how to leave it once you're ready to continue adventuring.
Acer Predator Orion 7000 (2023) review
By Alex Wawro published
The Acer Predator Orion 7000 is a top-tier gaming PC, and the 2023 model delivers killer performance at 4K thanks to its RTX 4090 and Raptor Lake CPU—but it's also the loudest PC we've ever tested.
Baldur's Gate 3 — how to dye clothes and armor
By Alex Wawro published
Want to change the look of your outfit in Baldur's Gate 3? It's easy, and this brief guide will walk you through step by step.
Baldur's Gate 3 — how to change dice
By Alex Wawro last updated
Want dice of a different color in Baldur's Gate 3? This brief guide will walk you through how to change the color of your dice.
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a love letter to Dungeons & Dragons — and it’s all I want to play right now
By Alex Wawro published
Baldur's Gate 3 is finally released out of Early Access, and already it's clear this is one of the best PC RPGs of the year—especially if you love D&D.
Lenovo Tab Extreme review: Big and beautiful
By Alex Wawro last updated
Lenovo's biggest Android tablet yet offers a gorgeous 3K OLED display, an elegant design and a great stylus at no charge—but the Tab Extreme couldn't match competitors in our testing lab.
5 ways to get your Windows 11 laptop ready to go back to school
By Alex Wawro published
Taking a laptop back to school with you or someone you love? Run down this quick checklist to make sure it's in tip-top shape first.
How to add widgets to your Mac in macOS Sonoma
By Alex Wawro published
Apple's macOS Sonoma update brings revamped Widgets to your Mac, giving you new ways to keep useful data at your fingertips. Here's how to add Widgets to your Mac.
How to get PowerToys in Windows 11
By Alex Wawro published
Want to do more with your Windows PC? Follow our straightforward guide to how to access Windows 11's hidden power user tools.
How to use the new Bing with ChatGPT — and what you can do with it
By Alex Wawro last updated
A guide to using Microsoft's new Bing with ChatGPT, which uses a chatbot to talk you through your web searches in natural language.
How to factory reset Windows 11
By Alex Wawro last updated
Need to reset your Windows 11 PC? It's easier than you might think, and in this guide we'll walk you through it.
I review laptops for a living — and this is my top college laptop pick for engineering students
By Alex Wawro published
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is an aging powerhouse with a unique design and great active stylus support, making it one of my top recs for engineering students going back to school.
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