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
![Abode Edge Cam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gwVd5qQSTgQnr3ee8iMuME-320-80.jpg)
Abode's new security camera works from up to 1.5 miles away
By Mike Prospero published
The Abode Edge Camera uses WiFi HaLow to to reach far beyond all other home security cameras.
![OliverIQ](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qSyHxNcbd5YDJa7ofnji8m-320-80.jpeg)
OliverIQ could turn smart home noobs into power users
By Mike Prospero published
OliverIQ's new service hopes to make automating and troubleshooting all your smart home devices much simpler.
![All Creatures Great and Small cast](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rYWwkRQADrA8C83t8T5UbP-320-80.jpeg)
My favorite Ted Lasso replacement is returning this Sunday — and I can’t wait
By Mike Prospero published
All Creatures Great and Small season 4 returns Sunday, January 7.
![Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist on The Golden Bachelor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/r8GsfbbTNMzXmPG9oq4DBB-320-80.jpg)
7 new shows to watch this week on Netflix, Hulu and TV (Jan. 1-7)
By Kelly Woo published
This week's new TV shows include the Golden Bachelor Wedding, The Brothers Sun and All Creatures Great and Smal
![Kevin Costner in Yellowstone, Emma D'Arcy in House of the Dragon and Vincent D'Onofrio in Echo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yxfEFHUkKCwZJzTKV4H2ke-320-80.jpg)
17 most anticipated new shows of 2024 on Netflix, HBO, Disney Plus and more
By Kelly Woo published
Our picks for the most anticipated shows of 2024 include House of the Dragon, Yellowstone and Shogun
![The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 wireless earbuds unboxed](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/its8M9fGK7rAhvZSB2aDCd-320-80.jpg)
The Pixel Buds Pro are tougher than they look — here’s the proof
By Mike Prospero published
Here's what happened when our editor-in-chief accidentally left his Google Pixel Buds Pro in his jacket when it went in the laundry.
![Fitbit charge 6 home screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/33tac2DoxkoiQscWj6Cx27-320-80.jpg)
How to move your Fitbit account to a Google account
By Mike Prospero last updated
If you bought or were gifted a new Fitbit Charge 6, you'll need to switch your Fitbit account to a Google account. Here's how to do it.
![Wordle is open on a phone held in a hand. TRAIN and GRIND have been played, with the RIN in GRIND all green.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6CJSH8s2D36CwvYSKkWWNK-320-80.jpg)
This is one of the worst Wordle start words, according to The New York Times
By Mike Prospero published
The New York Times Wordlebot analyzed more than 500 million Wordles — here's what it learned.
![Margot Robbie as Barbie in the Barbie movie](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EZBmCqsNHxRFLXoZXbUqVd-320-80.jpeg)
7 best movies to stream this weekend on Max, Netflix, Prime Video and more (Dec. 16-17)
By Mike Prospero published
Looking for movies to stream this weekend? Barbie is now on Max, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is on demand and Leave the World Behind is making waves on Netflix.
![(left to right) Mahershala Ali, Myha'la Herrold, Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke in Leave the World Behind](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6Kjd5AatsawTST3Yxn8MeG-320-80.jpg)
5 best movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Peacock and more
By Malcolm McMillan, Mike Prospero published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? Check out Martin Scorsese’s latest epic, a holiday season classic and more movies new to streaming this weekend.
![Amazon Echo Frames v2 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9TTNXnEEUcSgfgNuDn4JRH-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Echo Frames v2 review
By Mike Prospero last updated
Amazon’s first wearable, the Echo Frames put Alexa right on your face, but it could sound better.
![Ecobee smart doorbell camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JRzQTkyPCmhVWtmXDg8E23-320-80.jpg)
Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera review: A great first effort
By Mike Prospero last updated
Our review of the Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera, which has package detection and works well with Ecobee’s smart thermostat, Alexa, and Apple HomeKit.
![Nanoleaf string lights](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oiqAmw54CBQsrq2o9WWRPD-320-80.jpg)
The Nanoleaf Holiday String lights are a great alternative to Philips Hue — and cost half as much
By Mike Prospero published
The Nanoleaf Holiday String lights work just as well as the Philips Hue Festavia string lights, have more customization options, and cost half as much.
![Bills vs Eagles Week 12 NFL live stream](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eCj7ragyV7phVnnoHwf28X-320-80.jpg)
Bills vs Eagles live stream today: How to watch week 12 NFL game online, start time and odds
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Bills vs Eagles live stream has Buffalo visiting Philly to see who will continue their winning streak.
![A bag of potatoes on a wooden surface](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PUBxBP5vfZhfnVwENoUUPV-320-80.jpg)
Making mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving? Don’t peel them — use this Instagram hack instead
By Mike Prospero published
This hack saves you a ton of time when making mashed potatoes
![Breville immersion blender](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Eg3ZmLoDhPwfY2grtxPXrR-320-80.jpg)
The one trick I use to find the best Black Friday deals
By Mike Prospero published
Here's the tool our U.S. editor-in-chief uses to find the best Black Friday deals on Amazon.
![Blink Outdoor 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nqKn5WoLXXrLJBMZLZswNC-320-80.jpg)
Blink Outdoor 4 review: The best cheap outdoor security camera
By Mike Prospero last updated
Blink’s newest outdoor security camera now comes with a wider field of view and person detection.
![Macaulay Culkin as Kevin, is hung up on a door while the Wet Bandits (played by Daniel Stern and Joe Pesci) stare at him, in Home Alone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HYbZWcbGemkXoxcbud3sUD-320-80.jpg)
10 best classic Christmas movies — and where to stream them
By Mike Prospero published
Our list of the 10 best classic Christmas movies that you can watch over and over again.
![Hoka Rocket X2 and Garmin Epix 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fe7yJuNZQ2rF2jakcknEc4-320-80.jpg)
I'm running a half marathon this weekend — here's the GPS watch and shoes I'm wearing
By Mike Prospero published
The GPS watch and the running shoes I plan to use when running a half marathon this weekend.
![Ring video doorbell with Halloween face plate](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AMjkRn8U2ogw7AJrJ8briH-320-80.jpg)
How to make your Ring Video Doorbell sound spooky this Halloween
By Katie Mortram, Mike Prospero last updated
Halloween is almost here, so why not get into the spirit by setting your Ring Video Doorbell to make spooky chimes?
![Tech8 USA mouse mover connected to computer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uZt8kTBJ6JGXTMrbPoudQD-320-80.jpg)
What is a mouse jiggler, and how does it work?
By Mike Prospero last updated
What is a mouse jiggler and where can you buy them? We explain.
![Apple Pencil USB-C](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LE3xn4eNenvmVdV7nBRSZi-320-80.jpg)
Apple Pencil (USB-C) hands-on: Is this pen mightier?
By Mike Prospero published
I went hands-on with the Apple Pencil (USB-C) to see how it performs.
![The Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 on a doorway with a deals tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tGSbqN4UzsLHJb3ycxM8Q8-320-80.jpg)
I've tested nearly every Ring video doorbell — 3 early Prime Day deals I like, and 1 you should skip
By Mike Prospero last updated
Three Ring video doorbell deals worth checking out for October's Prime Day — and one deal you should skip.