
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

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.

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.

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.

Godfather malware is now hijacking legitimate banking apps — and you won’t see it coming
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Godfather malware has been upgraded with a new ability that allows it to conduct real-time fraud using virtual versions of financial apps.

5 questions you need to ask yourself when building a smart home
By Anthony Spadafora published
Building out a smart home from scratch can be both exciting and at times overwhelming but if you do your research and answer these questions first, the whole process will be a lot easier.

I added this under-monitor soundbar to my desk setup — and it's the perfect space saver
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The BlueAnt Soundblade isn’t your typical soundbar since it features a built-in subwoofer and is designed for under your monitor.

I tried an ergonomic office chair that cradled my lower and upper back so well it felt like I was in a cockpit
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Hinomi X1 ergonomic office chair features a split backrest and a flexible lumbar support mechanism to ensure your back is supported from top to bottom.

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 and workflow.

I doubled my Nintendo Switch 2 storage for half the price of Mario Kart World — but it still wasn’t enough
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Switch 2 has a lot more storage but if you want to download big 3rd party games, investing in a microSD Express card is a must.

We asked 4 VPN experts which VPNs they use – and the results surprised us
By George Phillips published
Here at Tom's Guide, the VPN team spend all day writing about VPNs. But which providers do we actually use? The team shares their favourite VPNs and why they like them.

Tom’s Guide Awards 2025 nominations — Submit your products now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Tom's Guide Awards honor the best products in tech, home, fitness and more. Nominations are now open — here's how to enter.

Major Windows Secure Boot flaw can be used by hackers to install bootkit malware — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new Secure Boot bypass flaw can be exploited to disable your PC’s security and install bootkit malware that runs every time you turn on your computer.

Macs under threat from new malware campaign impersonating major ISP — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
New malware campaign uses ClickFix social engineering to infect vulnerable Macs with the AtomicStealer malware.

I tried playing Mario Kart World with a racing wheel on Switch 2 — and it's perfect for cruising in Free Roam mode
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hori’s Pro Deluxe and Pro Mini racing wheels were released for the original Switch, but they work just as well with Mario Kart World on the Switch 2.

I thought putting together a triple monitor setup would be hard — but I did it with three budget monitors and a mini PC
By Anthony Spadafora published
Putting together a triple monitor setup for work or gaming might seem intimidating or overly expensive but you can build your own quite easily even on a budget.

I tested the world's first mobile game controller with AR glasses support — and it completely transformed my 16-hour flight
By Anthony Spadafora published
Viture and 8BitDo’s new mobile game controller lets you connect a pair of AR glasses for the perfect portable mobile gaming setup.
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