Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide. 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.
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I took the Rivian-inspired Also TM-B for a test ride, and it was as impressive as you would think for a $4,500 e-bike.

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Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.

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I've been riding the Apollo Explore 2.0 for a few months; here's my honest review of this electric scooter.

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Robot lawnmowers are coming down in price and are easier than ever to use, but there are a few things you need to know before buying one.

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Safety tips and buying advice for parents looking to get an electric scooter for their child.

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I went hands-on with the Halliday G2, a set of smart glasses designed to make your meetings more productive.

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Should you get the Tin Can phone for your kid? I tried it with my 7-year-old to find out.

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Home Depot's iconic 12-foot Skelly now has an app that lets it move and talk.

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We tested a number of electric bikes under $1,500 to find those that delivered the best value for the price.

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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.

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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.
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Apple filed a bombshell of a lawsuit against OpenAI; here are the biggest allegations in the suit.

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The Tom's Guide Product Finder lets you easily search for the best products we've reviewed, with real-time price history.

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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.

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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.

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Squirrels keep eating all of my peaches, but I've been keeping them away (so far) with something I'd normally just throw away.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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I've tested the best electric scooters for nearly 10 years, and these are the 7 best Prime Day deals I've seen.

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These security cameras and video doorbells don't require a subscription and are on sale for Prime Day.

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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.

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Prime Day is a good time to pick up a robotic pool cleaner on sale, just in time for the summer.

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I found 15 Prime Day Lego deals that I'd either buy for myself or for a kid's present.

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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.
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