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

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.

These are the best mesh Wi-Fi systems we've tested to say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones for good
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems can cover even the largest homes with a strong Wi-Fi signal while eliminating dead zones at the same time.

The Legend of Zelda at 40: Every game you can play on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora published
To celebrate The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary, we’ve rounded up every game in the series you can play on the Nintendo Switch and the new Switch 2.

I tried Norton’s AI-powered Neo browser and it finally made sense out of my dozens of open tabs
By Anthony Spadafora published
Norton Neo is an AI-native browser that helps cut down all the clutter with a unique, color-coded approach to vertical tabs.

YouTube went down — everything you need to know about the major outage
By Anthony Spadafora, Dan Bracaglia last updated
YouTube experienced a major outage that took both the app and the website offline for users everywhere.

Forget the Mac mini M4: If I could only have one mini PC, this pocketable powerhouse is the one I’d get
By Anthony Spadafora published
Editor's ChoiceThe Khadas Mind 2S is a pocket-sized mini PC that performs like a workstation that’s even better when you snap it onto one of Khadas’ docks.

I went ‘all-in’ on Logitech’s MX Master Series for my new desk setup — and this accessory was the real game changer
By Anthony Spadafora published
The MX Master 4 is the gold standard for mice, but I went all-in on Logitech’s full MX Master Series to turn my desk setup into a pro-grade cockpit.

300,000+ Chrome users installed these malicious extensions posing as AI assistants — delete them right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Unsuspecting Chrome users put their browsing data at risk by installing these 30 extensions which promised quick access to AI but were really after their passwords, emails and other data.

How did the FBI get Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest camera footage if it was disabled — and what does it mean for your privacy?
By Anthony Spadafora published
Nancy Gutherie didn’t have a Nest Aware subscription but Google was still able to recover surveillance footage, raising serious concerns about how security cameras could put your privacy at risk.

A new spyware called ZeroDayRat can take over your iPhone or Android via text — here is how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
From hijacking your accounts to tracking your every move in real-time

Best budget office chairs of 2026: Impressive chairs at a much lower price
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best budget office chairs provide you with plenty of comfort and support along with a few premium features, all without breaking the bank.

12 Wi-Fi upgrades to prevent a Super Bowl streaming fumble
By Anthony Spadafora published
You’ve scored the TV and the snacks, now ensure your stream stays in the end zone with these essential Wi-Fi 7, mesh, and hardwired networking upgrades.

I tried the new Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K and this full-metal body mechanical keyboard is a game changer for my workflow
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Q1 Ultra 8K is a big step up from Keychron’s budget boards with an all-metal body for added heft and a seriously impressive 660 hour battery life.

I used this hand-crafted, all-wood standing desk for over a year and it could be perfect for your home office — if you never want to upgrade again
By Anthony Spadafora published
Editor's ChoiceThe Oakywood Standing Desk Pro is a premium desk with a solid wood top and silent motors that could last a lifetime, provided you keep up with the maintenance.

I tested the world's most futuristic office chair and realized I’ve been sitting wrong my whole life
By Anthony Spadafora published
Ergonomic chairs can certainly help, but if your feet are dangling, a simple footrest is the real secret to fixing your posture.

'Google’s leaked Aluminum OS looks like the ChromeOS I've waited years for': why I might actually ditch Windows 11
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Windows 11 is at a breaking point, but Google’s newly leaked Aluminum OS could finally deliver the "Pro" desktop and gaming alternative I’ve been waiting for.

Microsoft earnings — 'You can think of agents as the new apps,' CEO Satya Nadella
By Anthony Spadafora, Scott Younker last updated
Will we finally learn whether Microsoft’s big bet on AI has paid off?

I tested a mini PC as quiet as the Mac mini but as expandable as a desktop — and it’s this close to greatness
By Anthony Spadafora published
RecommendedThe Minix Elite EU715-AI is a whisper-quiet, ultra-compact mini PC with easy upgrades, but a steep price hike and an older CPU hold it back from greatness.

149 million logins and passwords exposed for Gmail, Facebook, Instagram and more — everything you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Millions of logins and passwords have been leaked online after a hacker's database of stolen credentials was left unsecured without a password.

I tried the TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus and this budget tablet is easily my iPad killer — here’s why
By Anthony Spadafora published
The TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus may have a budget price but its matte screen and included stylus and case give this eye-friendly tablet a premium feel.

I added this $30 accessory to my desk setup and it finally let me use dual monitors comfortably for video calls
By Anthony Spadafora published
Using a webcam with a dual-monitor setup can feel like a real hassle at times which is why I finally decided to just mount my camera to my desk instead.
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