Mike Prospero
Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide. He oversees all evergreen content and oversees the Homes, Smart Home, and Fitness/Wearables categories for the site. In his spare time, he also tests out the latest drones, electric scooters, and smart home gadgets, such as video doorbells. Before his tenure at Tom's Guide, he was the Reviews Editor for Laptop Magazine, a reporter at Fast Company, the Times of Trenton, and, many eons back, an intern at George magazine. He received his undergraduate degree from Boston College, where he worked on the campus newspaper The Heights, and then attended the Columbia University school of Journalism. When he’s not testing out the latest running watch, electric scooter, or skiing or training for a marathon, he’s probably using the latest sous vide machine, smoker, or pizza oven, to the delight — or chagrin — of his family.
Latest articles by Mike Prospero
The best electric scooters in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.
NIU KQi 100P review: The best cheap electric scooter
By Mike Prospero last updated
If you’re looking for a cheap electric scooter, the NIU KQi 100P should be on your short list. It costs less than $400, yet offers a comfortable ride and a good range for the price.
The best photo storage and sharing sites in 2024
By Marc McLaren last updated
Here are the best photo storage and sharing services for your photographs; create online photo albums; and show your photos to friends, family and art buyers.
Best budget electric bikes in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
We tested a number of electric bikes under $1,500 to find those that delivered the best value for the price.
Ring Video Doorbell (2nd generation) review
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Ring Video Doorbell is the best video doorbell you can get for under $100.
Google Pixel Watch 3 review: Third time’s the charm
By Dan Bracaglia last updated
The Pixel Watch 3 finally comes in a larger 45mm size option which is the model to get thanks to its better battery life, a larger screen, and (still) great wearability.
iPhone 16 Camera Control — here's everything it can do
By Mike Prospero published
The Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 lets you get to the camera quicker and adjust settings, as well as access Apple Intelligence.
I drove the Fiat 500e EV for a week — here's my pros and cons
By Mike Prospero last updated
While it has a very short range and very little storage space, the Fiat 500e is a relatively inexpensive EV that can fit into some tight spaces.
Every streaming service you need to watch NFL games in 2024 — and how much it'll cost
By Mike Prospero, Malcolm McMillan last updated
The NFL is going to stream its games on three different streaming services this year; here are the services you'll need, and how much it will cost.
One of the best sous vide machines is about to soak you for more money
By Mike Prospero published
Anova will start charging a subscription to use its sous vide app, but existing users will be grandfathered in.
Best electric scooters for kids in 2024: A buying guide for parents
By Mike Prospero last updated
Safety tips and buying advice for parents looking to get an electric scooter for their child.
The RayNeo Air 2S and PocketTV could be the perfect travel companion — except for one thing
By Mike Prospero published
The RayNeo Air 2S AR glasses and the Google-powered PocketTV puts a virtual theater in front of your eyes.
The best webcams in 2024 — tested and rated
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Here are the best webcams you can buy, based on our hands-on testing and review of the best models from Logitech, Razer and more.
Google is using AI to make its Nest security cameras a lot smarter — here’s how
By Mike Prospero last updated
Google's smart home platform is getting a lift from Gemini AI, which will bring smarter security cameras and a more conversational Assistant. Here's what to expect.
Fitbit Charge 6 review: a brilliant tracker, now with more Google
By Jane McGuire, Mike Prospero last updated
The Fitbit Charge 6 is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor, with a reinstated side button, access to useful Google apps, and top-tier fitness and sleep tracking.
RIP Chromecast — the new Google TV Streamer is here
By Mike Prospero last updated
Not yet ratedOur first look at Google's new streaming device, which has improved support for AI and smart home devices.
The best electric bikes of 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best electric bikes for all riders and budgets based on our testing.
I drove a remote control car using the Meta Quest 3 — and it's the closest I'll ever get to NASCAR
By Mike Prospero published
The Real Racer R/C car is a lot more fun when paired with the Meta Quest 3.
10 coolest things the Amazon Echo Show can do
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Echo Show’s camera and touch screen combine to let you do things the regular Echo can’t. Here are our favorite features.
Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro review
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Ring Wired Video Doorbell Pro’s new square video is a big improvement over its other video doorbells.
Amazon is losing billions of dollars on Alexa and Echo. Here’s 3 ways it can turn things around.
By Mike Prospero published
Amazon has sold its smart speakers cheaply, hoping for a long-term payoff that hasn't come. Here's how it can reverse that trend.
Best outdoor security cameras in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best outdoor security cameras for keeping tabs on your home and yard.
Going on vacation this summer? This is the one smart home device you need to get — and it's less than $50
By Mike Prospero published
A smart water leak detector can help prevent a major problem while you're on vacation.
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