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
Casabrews Espresso Machine CM5418 review: Terrible name, great coffee
By Mike Prospero published
The Casabrews is a great budget espresso machine, if you’re willing to live with a few compromises.
Fitbit Ace LTE hands-on: Track your kid's fitness — and location — with this smartwatch
By Mike Prospero published
Not yet ratedFitbit redesigned its fitness tracker for kids — and parents — with a new interface and better messaging. But, it now comes with a monthly subscription.
How to use your camera as a webcam
By Mike Prospero last updated
How to use Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic, and Sony cameras as a webcam.
NIU KQi Air review: My new favorite electric scooter
By Mike Prospero published
The NIU KQi Air offers an excellent combination of power, range, and safety and security features in a very light scooter.
Google's smart home is about to get a lot smarter — but it still has a ways to go
By Mike Prospero published
Google is opening its APIs so that developers can add Google Home devices to smart home automations, but where are the AI innovations?
SofaBaton X1S review: The best universal remote
By Mike Prospero published
If you’re looking for a universal remote to control all the devices in your entertainment system, this is the model to pick.
What to watch in May 2024: 19 new shows and movies coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more
By Kelly Woo published
Our guide on what to watch in May 2024 include 'Bridgerton,' 'Evil' and Eurovision
Peloton Tread+ review: big in every way
By Mike Prospero published
The Peloton Tread+ is a well-built treadmill backed with great instructors, but the hardware feels overpriced for what it offers.
This garden tool helped me get rid of weeds fast — and it saved my back
By Mike Prospero last updated
Don't want to keep bending down to remove dandelions? This 100-year-old weeder could help.
Making pizza at home vs. delivery: I put it to the test
By Mike Prospero published
Can I make pizza at home in less time than it takes to get delivery? We put my pizza-making skills to the test.
Which Ooni pizza oven is best for you?
By Mike Prospero last updated
A look at all of Ooni's pizza ovens based on their price, features, and more
How to watch the 2024 WNBA Draft tonight
By Mike Prospero last updated
Everything you need to know about how to watch the WNBA Draft 2024 tonight
Yes, I'll be watching Bluey 'The Sign' with my child today
By Mike Prospero published
A special 28-minute "Bluey" episode is airing Sunday. Here's how to watch it.
MacBook Air M1 vs. Dell XPS 13: Which laptop wins?
By Mike Prospero last updated
With its blazing new M1 processor, the new MacBook Air is a serious challenger to the Dell XPS 13’s throne.
I'm subscribing to Paramount Plus in April — here's why
By Mike Prospero published
There are two big reasons why I'm signing up for Peak TV in April.
What to watch in April 2024: 15 new movies and shows coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more
By Kelly Woo published
Our guide on what to watch in April 2024 include 'Fallout,' 'Welcome to Wrexham' and 'Star Trek: Discovery'
New on Paramount Plus in April 2024 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Mike Prospero published
Everything coming to Paramount Plus in April, plus our recommendations of what to watch.
5 best shows like '3 Body Problem' to stream right now
By Audrey Fox published
What to watch after you finish '3 Body Problem'
I analyzed every Wordle answer to look for patterns — here's what I found
By Marc McLaren last updated
Wordle is a game about words, but numbers can help you beat it. We've delved into the data to find the most useful patterns.
7 best Irish movies to watch for St. Patrick's Day
By Audrey Fox last updated
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate by streaming the best Irish movies
I had multiple people try the new Impossible hot dog vs. the real thing — here’s our verdict
By Mike Prospero published
Impossible Foods sent us a package of its new hot dogs. We put it to a taste test to see how it compared with traditional beef franks
This iPhone accessory was a lifesaver during my Disney vacation
By Mike Prospero published
A wireless battery charger saved the editor-in-chief at Tom's Guide from having to worry about his phone's battery life while visiting the Happiest Place on Earth.
Google Pixel Tablet review: Docked and loaded
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Google Pixel Tablet’s charging dock with a built-in speaker gives this otherwise average slate something unique
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