
Anthony Spadafora
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

Donkey Kong Bananza is the 3D Donkey Kong game I’ve always wanted — and one of the best reasons to get a Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora published
Donkey Kong Bananza is a barrel of fun thanks to its destructible environments and unique power-ups while showcasing just what the Switch 2 is capable of.

I get faster Wi-Fi speeds in my backyard than some people do in their homes — and it’s all thanks to the eero Outdoor 7
By Anthony Spadafora published
The eero Outdoor 7 is a standalone device you can add to any eero-powered mesh network to bring Wi-Fi 7 speeds to your backyard and beyond.

5.4 million hit in major healthcare data breach — names, emails, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The medical billing company Episource has begun notifying millions of patients across the US about a data breach that took place earlier this year.

I love the Mac mini M4 but I wouldn’t buy it without these accessories — and they’re still on sale for Prime Day
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Mac mini M4 is the perfect mini PC but it’s even better with a USB hub and a matching, full-size mechanical keyboard.

This dangerous banking trojan now uses scheduled maintenance to hide its malicious activities — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Anatsa banking trojan was recently discovered hiding in a malicious app as part of a new campaign that uses the malware to drain bank accounts.

This Mac malware just got a major upgrade which makes it even harder to delete — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The hackers behind the infamous Atomic Stealer have added a new component to the malware that allows it to maintain persistence on infected Macs.

Best Wi-Fi 7 routers of 2025: The future of Wi-Fi is here
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs and mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage.

I’m a Nothing Phone fan — but here’s why the Phone 3 is a non-starter for me
By Anthony Spadafora published
I was looking forward to the Nothing Phone 3, until Nothing jacked up the price and ditched its iconic Glyph Lights for a dot-matrix style display.

I played the Switch 2 with AR glasses — here's what it's like to race Mario Kart World on a 135-inch screen in front of your face
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Switch 2 isn’t compatible with AR glasses out of the box but this portable third-party dock that doubles as a power bank solves that problem.

The best free VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

Best cloud storage in 2025
By Richard Sutherland last updated
These are the best cloud storage providers for when you want to store an extra copy of your files in the cloud for safekeeping.

The best VPN in 2025: our top 5 picks
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've reviewed every major VPN (virtual private network) for privacy, security, speed, streaming and more – discover what our dedicated team recommends based on expert testing.

Over half a million people impacted by major data breach — full names, SSNs, financial data and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
Kelly Benefits has revealed that the cyberattack it experienced last year is even worse than previously thought with more than half a million people affected.

FBI warns scammers are posing as fraud investigators to steal sensitive healthcare info — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are impersonating healthcare insurers and their respective fraud investigators in a major phishing campaign designed to steal sensitive personal and financial data.

I built my dream desk setup and this underrated feature makes it a haven for both work and gaming
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Putting together a clean desk setup with a simple yet eye-catching aesthetic can be difficult, especially without the right desk to tie everything together.

I ditched my headset for this wireless speaker head cushion — and now I have surround sound right from my gaming chair
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Razer Clio is a wireless speaker head cushion you can add to almost any gaming chair for either surround sound on PC or as a primary speaker on consoles.

7 smart home gadgets under $50 that will make your life easier
By Anthony Spadafora published
With just a few key smart home gadgets, you can instantly make things easier for you and your family and the best part is you don’t have to spend a lot for some very useful upgrades.

I just tested this QD-OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate — and it's the ultimate gaming upgrade
By Anthony Spadafora published
The MSI MPG 321URXW wows with its 31.5-inch QD-OLED panel and clean white design but this premium monitor doesn’t come cheap.

This spyware is stealing photos on iPhone and Android — protect yourself now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Both iPhones and Android phones are being targeted by the SparkKitty malware which steals photos to find screenshots of crypto recovery phrases.

Fixing your broken Windows 11 PC is about to get even harder — here’s why
By Anthony Spadafora published
Microsoft is shortening the amount of time System Restore points will be available for your Windows PC, which means you’ll need to create them more often.

I bought a smart fan to beat the heat — and I never thought I’d have this much fun controlling a fan from my phone
By Anthony Spadafora published
This smart fan makes cooling your room down almost effortless, as you can adjust its speed, oscillation, and even its RGB lighting using your phone or your voice.

7 online scams that can leave you broke, exposed, and feeling helpless — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are constantly switching up their tactics to get you to fall for their tricks, which is why knowing how to spot an online scam has never been more important.

I tried PowerA’s Fusion Pro Wireless controller — and its RGB lighting reveals an awesome secret
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
PowerA’s Fusion Pro Wireless controller packs in all the pro features you'd expect but its Ghost RGB Lighting is what truly sets it apart.
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