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
![Chrome browser on laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/W6JjyA6fWc7yvSauu4zdzT-320-80.jpg)
I just discovered this underrated Chrome feature — and it’s a game changer
By Mike Prospero published
Three years after it was introduced, I finally discovered group tabs in Chrome and it's a game changer.
![Hasbro selfie series](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MpK57fTiBLLHkxeVqvsApc-320-80.jpg)
I used Hasbro’s 3D printing app to make myself into an action figure — there’s just one problem
By Mike Prospero published
I tried Hasbro's Selfie Series, which lets you put your head onto a real action figure.
![Philadelphia Eagles vs San Francisco 49ers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AJDYBiVxAL6oY3k9VZn7Tk-320-80.jpg)
The best way to remove grass stains, according to the guy who cleans the Philadelphia Eagles' uniforms
By Mike Prospero published
The guy that cleans the Philadelphia Eagles' uniforms after each game shares his cleaning tips.
![DJI Mini 2 SE](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RhBNBu5rrqpSg2y88xHtWh-320-80.png)
DJI launches its cheapest drone yet, the Mini 2 SE
By Mike Prospero published
Price, specs, and availability for the DJI Mini 2 SE, the company's least expensive drone.
![Amazon Echo Dot 3 vs Amazon Echo Dot 5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UUGSK4F2Lv2hpjYGA3jdrP-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Echo Dot 3rd Gen vs 5th Gen: What should you buy?
By Mike Prospero last updated
When picking between the Amazon Echo Dot 3 vs. 5, there’s one model you should definitely choose.
![Apple HomePod 2 stain](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PNeDwUvnacEbC3aUbqtAAH-320-80.jpg)
Not again! The HomePod 2 stained my furniture — just like the original
By Mike Prospero published
Just like the first HomePod, the HomePod 2 will leave a white mark on some wood furniture.
![Apple HomePod 2 vs HomePod mini](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EK6y5Mh7xvzprtN4TdYS4T-320-80.jpg)
HomePod mini vs HomePod (2nd gen): What should you buy?
By Mike Prospero last updated
The HomePod mini is Apple's answer to Google and Amazon's small smart speakers — but should you get it over the HomePod 2?
![Apple HomePod 2 vs. homepod](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/shzosxMqndPo57tQnUj7iT-320-80.jpg)
Apple HomePod vs. HomePod 2: What's different?
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are all the changes Apple has made from the original HomePod to the HomePod (2nd generation).
![Close up of the Homepod 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HRn5ggUhkSuhw7aFKMhEkM-320-80.jpg)
First look: the Apple HomePod 2 sounds great, but is that enough?
By Mike Prospero last updated
I was able to listen to a few selections from the Apple HomePod (2nd generation); here's what I thought.
![iPad 2022 weather app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h4NYx8FCCV9PXWQBG6fHyA-320-80.jpg)
An Apple smart display could be on the way — and not a moment too soon
By Mike Prospero published
Apple could be working on an iPad-like smart display that would let you control all your smart home devices and make FaceTime calls.
![Android Auto](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SdxwD2oLn6fHEocLuRmKXV-320-80.jpg)
The new Android Auto first look — here's all the upgrades
By Mike Prospero published
The new Android Auto features a bunch of changes designed to improve navigation, entertainment, and distracted driving.
![All Creatures Great and Small cast](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rYWwkRQADrA8C83t8T5UbP-320-80.jpeg)
I finally found a show to tide me over until Ted Lasso season 3
By Mike Prospero last updated
Looking for a show to carry you on until Ted Lasso season 3? Try All Creatures Great and Small.
![Skechers GoWalk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FhxfJAbH9iRjzgZChQzzda-320-80.jpg)
I walked 27 miles in these Skechers — and my feet never felt better
By Mike Prospero published
I wore the Skechers Go Walk for CES — and they held up wonderfully.
![Image showing a woman talking into a smartphone in a tripod](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QbKuuJCvoauSYHJWeqDErF-320-80.jpg)
How to use your phone as a webcam
By Mike Prospero last updated
No need to go out and buy a new gadget; here's how to use your phone as a webcam.
![Ring Always Home Cam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pxBDTKwDB9duwpCQCJ68Ub-320-80.jpg)
Ring Always Home Cam drone: What is it, and how to sign up for an invitation
By Mike Prospero last updated
Ring's newest home security camera can fly to the source of trouble
![LG MoodUp refrigerator](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VXBrnEdgEsAtaTE9Acxm5h-320-80.jpg)
LG's MoodUp refrigerator is ridiculous, but I want one
By Mike Prospero published
The front of the LG MoodUp refrigerator lights up in dozens of different colors, which will make it the talking point of your kitchen.
![Worx Landroid Vision](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uKPa3vAoG8rSCP4gTt4b9W-320-80.jpg)
This robot lawnmower fixes the worst thing about robot lawnmowers
By Mike Prospero published
Thanks to a camera and AI, the Worx Landroid Vision should be much easier to set up than most robot lawnmowers
![GE Profile Smart Mixer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UgYq6uk5aaZhF8N89cRTR5-320-80.jpg)
GE Profile's new smart mixer can make — and costs — a lot of dough
By Mike Prospero published
The GE Profile Smart Mixer with AutoSense is the smartest stand mixer we've seen — but all this tech will cost you.
![LG press conference](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Fa6r6ShYGnoCmhJqHmqUA9-320-80.jpg)
LG CES 2023 press conference: Everything that was announced
By Mike Prospero last updated
From new TVs to light-up refrigerators, here's everything that LG highlighted at its CES 2023 press conference
![Withings U-Scan](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6JHHZNNDhzjRF5MtaEFimD-320-80.jpg)
Withings U-Scan is a $500 device that tests your pee
By Mike Prospero published
The Withings U-Scan is an at-home smart urinalysis kit that can test for ovulation, vitamin levels, and more, and send the results to your smartphone.
![Bruce Willis (as John McClane) crawls in a vent in Die Hard, which is arguably a Christmas movie](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bFxGrsP6kFuG82ehHsSWcH-320-80.jpg)
Best Christmas movies to watch if you think Die Hard is a Christmas movie
By Mike Prospero last updated
We've picked the best Christmas-ish movies, because there's more than John McClane. Here's what you should be streaming.
![How to pair Oculus Quest 2 to PC](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kyHbWqaSPF9Un3Xr2o2zcW-320-80.jpg)
How to connect Meta Quest 2 to a PC
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here's how to connect the Meta Quest 2 (formerly known as the Oculus Quest 2) to your PC so you can play more games in VR.
![Lutron pico smart light switch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/joHd4scn32aMiVkQiiM8SB-320-80.jpg)
This smart little accessory could save you hundreds
By Mike Prospero published
A good smart light switch companion makes it a lot easier to add a second light switch to a room.