
Anthony Spadafora
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

I tried PowerA’s Fusion Pro Wireless controller — and its RGB lighting reveals an awesome secret
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
PowerA’s Fusion Pro Wireless controller packs in all the pro features you'd expect but its Ghost RGB Lighting is what truly sets it apart.

Godfather malware is now hijacking legitimate banking apps — and you won’t see it coming
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Godfather malware has been upgraded with a new ability that allows it to conduct real-time fraud using virtual versions of financial apps.

5 questions you need to ask yourself when building a smart home
By Anthony Spadafora published
Building out a smart home from scratch can be both exciting and at times overwhelming but if you do your research and answer these questions first, the whole process will be a lot easier.

I added this under-monitor soundbar to my desk setup — and it's the perfect space saver
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The BlueAnt Soundblade isn’t your typical soundbar since it features a built-in subwoofer and is designed for under your monitor.

I review mini PCs for a living and this Mac mini M4 deal is an absolute steal at $100 off
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Mac mini M4 is the perfect desktop for most Apple users and especially for people who want to switch to Mac, which makes this an easy deal to recommend.

I tried an ergonomic office chair that cradled my lower and upper back so well it felt like I was in a cockpit
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Hinomi X1 ergonomic office chair features a split backrest and a flexible lumbar support mechanism to ensure your back is supported from top to bottom.

I spent over 5,000 hours testing all the best office chairs — here are my top picks
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best office chairs combine exceptional comfort, durable design, ergonomic support and adjustability so that you can find the right fit for your needs and workflow.

I doubled my Nintendo Switch 2 storage for half the price of Mario Kart World — but it still wasn’t enough
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Switch 2 has a lot more storage but if you want to download big 3rd party games, investing in a microSD Express card is a must.

We asked 4 VPN experts which VPNs they use – and the results surprised us
By George Phillips published
Here at Tom's Guide, the VPN team spend all day writing about VPNs. But which providers do we actually use? The team shares their favourite VPNs and why they like them.

The best antivirus software 2025: Tested and reviewed
By Amber Bouman last updated
The best antivirus program can keep your Windows PC clean and protected from the latest threats while providing several security-minded extras.

Tom’s Guide Awards 2025 nominations — Submit your products now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Tom's Guide Awards honor the best products in tech, home, fitness and more. Nominations are now open — here's how to enter.

Major Windows Secure Boot flaw can be used by hackers to install bootkit malware — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new Secure Boot bypass flaw can be exploited to disable your PC’s security and install bootkit malware that runs every time you turn on your computer.

Macs under threat from new malware campaign impersonating major ISP — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
New malware campaign uses ClickFix social engineering to infect vulnerable Macs with the AtomicStealer malware.

I tried playing Mario Kart World with a racing wheel on Switch 2 — and it's perfect for cruising in Free Roam mode
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hori’s Pro Deluxe and Pro Mini racing wheels were released for the original Switch, but they work just as well with Mario Kart World on the Switch 2.

I thought putting together a triple monitor setup would be hard — but I did it with three budget monitors and a mini PC
By Anthony Spadafora published
Putting together a triple monitor setup for work or gaming might seem intimidating or overly expensive but you can build your own quite easily even on a budget.

I tested the world's first mobile game controller with AR glasses support — and it completely transformed my 16-hour flight
By Anthony Spadafora published
Viture and 8BitDo’s new mobile game controller lets you connect a pair of AR glasses for the perfect portable mobile gaming setup.

The best free VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

Setting up my Switch 2 was proving tedious until I remembered Mouse Mode isn’t just for games
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Setting up your Switch 2 is easy enough until you're dealing with a mountain of game downloads but this trick makes organizing them a whole lot easier.

Nintendo Switch 2 review in progress — 8 of us have played it and here’s what we think so far
By Jason England last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and 10 of us are busy reviewing it! Here are our thoughts in-progress.

Best cable modems in 2025: Say goodbye to equipment rental fees for good
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best cable modems for your home or office so that you don't need to waste money each month renting one from your ISP.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2025
By Amber Bouman, Brian Nadel last updated
Light and fast but with the ability to defend a phone or tablet, the best Android antivirus apps can protect your data and privacy without slowing down your devices.

Dangerous new Android malware adds fake contacts to your phone while draining bank accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Crocodilus Android malware now allows hackers to add fake contacts to your phone to make social engineering even easier.

Best Wi-Fi routers for 2025: Tested and rated
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best Wi-Fi routers span from older Wi-Fi 6 devices to newer Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 routers with blazing fast speeds.
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