Anthony Spadafora is the managing editor for security and home office furniture at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing for four years. Anthony also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach.
Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks as well as office chairs and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently builds intricate desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.
Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora

Best Nintendo Switch controllers of 2026: get the most out of your Nintendo switch with these great gamepads
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best Nintendo Switch controllers for playing in handheld mode, tabletop mode or in docked mode when connected to a TV.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder’s new expansion fixes my only gripe with the original — and it’s a blast on Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Super Mario Bros. Wonder was a perfect Switch 1 send-off, but the Switch 2 Edition’s 4K glow-up and Bellabel Park expansion make it a 2D Mario must-play.

FCC just banned sale of all Wi-Fi routers made outside US — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The FCC’s new ban on foreign-made Wi-Fi routers follows the same playbook as its drone ban.

I spent over 5,000 hours testing all the best office chairs — here are my top picks
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best office chairs combine exceptional comfort, durable design, ergonomic support and adjustability so that you can find the right fit for your needs.

I’ve tested hundreds of gadgets and these are the 12 accessories I swear by for a clean PC and tidy desk
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cleaning your gear helps it last longer and a tidy desk genuinely makes it easier to focus, so I’ve picked 12 essentials to help you tackle both this spring.

Android Auto is broken for Samsung Galaxy S26 and Pixel owners after latest update
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new update is breaking Android Auto for Galaxy S26 and Pixel owners, causing constant wired connection crashes while wireless users remain unaffected.

I gave my favorite pocketable mini PC an instant upgrade with this docking station — and now it’s a full-fledged gaming rig
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Mind Graphics 2 is a powerful yet compact GPU dock that turns Khadas’ modular mini PCs into a full-fledged gaming PC with the ports of a workstation.

MacBook Neo vs Mac mini M4: Which $599 Mac should you get?
By Anthony Spadafora published
The MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable laptop yet, but the $599 Mac mini M4 offers double the RAM and more power if you don't mind staying at your desk.

I hated the Mac mini M4’s power button until I accidentally proved Apple was right
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Mac mini M4’s oddly placed power button got a lot of heat at launch but I’ve come around to the idea of always leaving it on.

MacBook Neo vs MacBook Air M1: Which budget Apple laptop should you buy?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The $599 MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable laptop ever, but is it a better buy over the legendary MacBook Air M1? Here’s everything you need to know.

2.7 million hit in workplace benefits data breach with full names, dates of birth, SSNs and more exposed — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The U.S. benefits administrator Navia has revealed that it suffered a data breach after hackers had access to its systems for almost a month.

Best Wi-Fi 7 routers of 2026: The future of Wi-Fi is here
By Anthony Spadafora, Darragh Murphy last updated
The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs, mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage and even gaming routers.

I finally found the secret to perfectly straight braided cables — and it doesn't cost a thing
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Braided cables look more premium but if they won't lay flat, this trick can finally straighten them for good.

I tried the new Studio Display XDR, and it’s Apple’s most impressive (and brightest) monitor yet — but there’s a catch
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
RecommendedThe Apple Studio Display XDR offers stunning image quality thanks to its 5K Mini-LED panel and 120Hz ProMotion. It's a pro-level powerhouse, but the $3,299 price stings.

1 billion personal records exposed in massive new data leak — full names, addresses, phone numbers and more
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Security researchers have discovered a database online with troves of personal data from the US, Canada, Australia and dozens of countries around the world.

Apple might unveil a new Studio Display this week: 7 upgrades I want to see in the Studio Display 2
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Apple could make its next Studio Display a productivity powerhouse with the right upgrades, but more flexible setup options would be a welcome change too.

I tested Razer’s new Kiyo V2 webcam and it delivers impressive 4K visuals with one major catch
By Anthony Spadafora published
RecommendedThe Razer Kiyo V2 features a brand-new design with much-needed tweaks, but don’t expect 4K at 60 fps even with the included lifetime Camo Studio Pro license.

I bought this $35 accessory, and it fixes the worst thing about digital wall calendars and wall-mounted smart displays
By Anthony Spadafora published
Digital calendars and smart displays should help organize your life, but that’s hard to do when you’re constantly distracted by their ugly, dangling power cords.

Nvidia's N1X chip could make every laptop a gaming laptop — but will the Arm gamble pay off?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Nvidia’s Arm CPUs could change gaming on integrated graphics forever with an RTX 5070-like core count, putting Intel and Qualcomm’s best chips on notice.

15 ultimate home office upgrades — here's my complete future-proof workstation setup for power users
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
This collection of home office and computing upgrades is tailored around those who want the latest tech and need all the power they can get.

I played every new Virtual Boy game on Switch 2 with Nintendo’s new accessory — and this one was my favorite
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Nintendo’s Virtual Boy accessory for the Switch 2 might seem like a gimmick but if you grew up with the original, it feels like a breath of fresh air for retro gaming.

This dangerous iPhone spyware can completely disable Apple's privacy indicators and spy on you in secret
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Predator spyware has been updated with new capabilities that make it harder to know when your iPhone’s camera and microphone have been hijacked.

I stopped fiddling with knobs and levers and let my new office chair adjust itself — here’s what happened
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Hbada X7 isn’t the first office chair with a built-in motor and massager, but it’s the only one that lets AI take the guesswork out of ergonomic adjustments.
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