Latest articles by Mike Prospero
I went hands-on with the Halliday G2 — the smart glasses made for meetings
I went hands-on with the Halliday G2, a set of smart glasses designed to make your meetings more productive.
I gave my 7-year-old the viral Tin Can phone because all her friends had it — here's the verdict after a month
Should you get the Tin Can phone for your kid? I tried it with my 7-year-old to find out.
I can't wait to scare the crap out of the neighborhood kids with Home Depot's new 12-foot skeleton — it can now move and talk!
Home Depot's iconic 12-foot Skelly now has an app that lets it move and talk.
Best budget electric bikes in 2026
We tested a number of electric bikes under $1,500 to find those that delivered the best value for the price.
Don’t get burned: I talked to an expert on how to safely buy, charge, and store batteries for e-bikes and electric scooters
We talked to an expert from UL Solutions on how to know if an ebike battery is safe, and how to charge and store it properly.
It's friggin' hot! The 5 devices I'm using to keep my home (and my pets) cool this summer
I've been testing smart air conditioners and thermostats for years, and these are the models I've been using to keep my house cool.
'OpenAI has been stealing Apple’s trade secrets and confidential information': The 4 biggest allegations in Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple filed a bombshell of a lawsuit against OpenAI; here are the biggest allegations in the suit.
Forget Google AI — the new Tom's Guide Product Finder lets you easily find the expert-tested tech you want (at the lowest price)
The Tom's Guide Product Finder lets you easily search for the best products we've reviewed, with real-time price history.
Apple Intelligence security camera features just seriously undercut Ring and Google
Apple Intelligence now features more descriptive alerts for home security camera videos, putting HomeKit Secure Video on a par with Ring and Google — and it's cheaper.
I tested this smart, portable AC to beat the summer heat and it kept me super cool — but it'll leave a dent in your wallet and floorspace
If you’re in need of a portable air conditioner, the Dreo 740S is more efficient than most, but it’s also pricier — and takes up more space — than comparable window air conditioners.
I tried this no-cost trick to keep squirrels from eating my peaches — and it's actually working!
Squirrels keep eating all of my peaches, but I've been keeping them away (so far) with something I'd normally just throw away.
The best electric bikes of 2026: expert tested and rated
Our picks for the best electric bikes for riders of all types and budgets, based on dozens of reviews and tests
Electric bike laws are badly needed, but New Jersey's new rules go way too far
New Jersey's new e-bike law is about to go into effect, but it's way too onerous and restrictive. Here's how I'd change it.
11 Prime Day deals to protect your home this summer while you're away — from just $9
If you're planning to take a trip this summer, add these smart home devices to your checklist so you can keep tabs on your house while you're away.
I'm seriously allergic to poison ivy — this Gemini feature helps me when I'm weeding
There are a lot of three-leaved plants; this Google Gemini feature helps me know which is poison ivy, and which is safe to touch.
I've been riding and reviewing electric scooters for nearly a decade — these are the 7 Prime Day deals I recommend
I've tested the best electric scooters for nearly 10 years, and these are the 7 best Prime Day deals I've seen.
Forget Ring — these security cameras don't require a subscription and are on sale for Prime Day, starting at just $17
These security cameras and video doorbells don't require a subscription and are on sale for Prime Day.
Google Home Speaker review: modest upgrades, but Gemini is the star
Aside from its design, the Google Home Speaker isn't a huge upgrade over the Nest Audio, and you can get all the same Gemini features on both devices.
Reflecting pool filled with algae? This pool cleaning robot is $500 off for Prime Day
Prime Day is a good time to pick up a robotic pool cleaner on sale, just in time for the summer.
I've been building Lego sets for more than 40 years, and these are the 15 Prime Day Lego deals I'd get
I found 15 Prime Day Lego deals that I'd either buy for myself or for a kid's present.
I’ve been riding the Segway Muxi for two months, and I’ve never received as many comments as I have with any other ebike
RecommendedThe Segway Muxi is a fun, small e-cargo bike with some incredibly unique styling and good safety and security features, but we wish it had a front shock absorber.
These are the best electric scooters we've tested for commutes, hill rides and grocery runs
Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.
I’ve been using the Gozney Dome XL (gen 2) for 6 months — and it’s the last pizza oven you'll ever own
Editor's ChoiceI've been using the Gozney Dome XL 2 for nearly half a year, and it's practically perfect — though it's perhaps too much oven if you're just starting out.
