Anthony Spadafora is the managing editor for security and home office furniture at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing for four years. Anthony also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach.
Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks as well as office chairs and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently builds intricate desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.
Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora

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The best office chairs combine exceptional comfort, durable design, ergonomic support and adjustability so that you can find the right fit for your needs.

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RayNeo’s new GT Max packs built-in spatial tracking and a wider 59-degree FOV into a pair of AR glasses that cost just slightly more than budget options.

By Darragh Murphy Last updated
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems can cover even the largest homes with a strong Wi-Fi signal while eliminating dead zones at the same time.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
Lenovo’s latest concept laptop expands into a full 16:9 display for maximum productivity when you need it and ultimate portability when you don’t.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
PC makers at IFA 2026 traded safe, gray aluminum for bright designs and wild form factors, proving personal computing is fun again.

By Jason England Published
The official Tom’s Guide Best of IFA 2026 Awards: From the Acer DualPlay Mini and Nvidia RTX Spark to the Lenovo Vibe, here are the 26 best gadgets of the show.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
Motorola’s latest Brilliant Collection addition mixes Swarovski crystals with a leather-inspired texture for a truly premium look and feel.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
Lenovo is pushing the limits of ultra-thin laptops by reimagining how to keep them cool, and I still can’t believe how light Project AeroBlade felt in my hands.

By Mo Harber-Lamond Last updated
Very few free VPNs are worth your time. On this page, we've hand-tested and rounded up the only free VPNs we'd use ourselves.

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated
The Divoom Times Frame is a completely customizable desk companion that’s part digital photo frame and part smart display.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
After testing tablets with the same tech, I daily drove the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro for a month to have a phone with a matte display in my pocket at all times.

By Jason England Last updated
The Tom’s Guide Computing Awards 2026 are here. Discover the 22 best laptops, desktops, components, and monitors tested and benchmarked by our editors.

By Mo Harber-Lamond Last updated
We've tested and reviewed dozens of VPN. On this page we've ranked the five best VPNs we've used, and delve into the details of why they're so good.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
The next big consumer tech innovations land next week at IFA 2026, and Tom’s Guide will be on the ground in Berlin to cover every major reveal.

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The best identity theft protection protects your personal information from hackers and scammers but also helps you quickly recover from identity theft.

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The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs, mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage and even gaming routers.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
Apple has unveiled the new Mac mini featuring the all-new M6 chip or the M5 Pro. Discover the full specs, local AI performance gains, pricing, and launch date.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
College dorms are cramped to begin with which is why I recommend skipping a TV over a monitor with USB-C that can also fast charge your laptop.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
RecommendedHerman Miller’s Coyl gaming desk is sleek on its own, but the full look and extra features rely on pricey add-ons.

By Darragh Murphy Last updated
The best gaming routers deliver fast speeds, lag-free gameplay and loads of useful features to take your gaming to the next level.

By Darragh Murphy Last updated
These are the best mini PCs you can buy for simple tasks like web browsing and office work or more demanding ones like video/photo editing and even gaming.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
After testing a wobble, saddle, and kneeling seat for a week, there’s only one active chair I’d actually recommend using at your desk.

By Anthony Spadafora Published
RecommendedThe Lenovo Yoga Mini isn’t your typical mini PC with its circular design and nifty extras, but you’re paying a premium for this unique new form factor.
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