Anthony Spadafora
Anthony Spadafora is the senior security and networking editor 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. He 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 and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently rearranges 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
This new macOS backdoor lets hackers take over your Mac remotely — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new Mac malware called SpectralBlur allows hackers to upload, download and delete files from vulnerable Apple computers.
The best Marvel game you probably haven’t played is free right now — here’s how to get your copy
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Epic Games Store has one more free game left over from the holidays, and you have until January 11 to claim your copy of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy.
The best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
From couch co-op essentials to competitive sports and fighting games, here are the best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games for your next big get-together.
Massive healthcare data breach leaves 4.5 million patients’ personal data exposed — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Popular health management platform HealthEC suffered a data breach last summer when hackers managed to gain unauthorized access to some of its systems.
New malware attack is so nasty it can hijack your Google account using expired cookies — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are exploiting an alleged zero-day flaw in Google’s MultiLogin endpoint to take over user accounts even after a password reset.
This Android malware installs a backdoor on your phone — delete these malicious apps now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers used malicious apps on the Google Play Store and unofficial app stores to infect unsuspecting users with the Xamalicious Android malware.
This thief stole hundreds of iPhones and drained users’ bank accounts — 3 essential tips for staying safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Over the course of a year a now notorious iPhone thief stole hundreds of phones and locked their users out of them just by obtaining their passcodes.
The 5 things I'm glad I knew before buying a mini PC
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mini PCs give you a desktop experience in a tiny form factor and they’re more upgradable than you think.
The first 5 games you should play on your new Nintendo Switch
By Anthony Spadafora published
New to the Nintendo Switch? You might be wondering which games you should play first which is why we’ve put together a list of five of our favorites along with some alternatives.
Haters be damned — the Xbox Series S is my favorite gadget of 2023
By Anthony Spadafora published
I’m surprised as you are but Microsoft’s smaller, less powerful Xbox really surprised me this year after I picked one up to test and review controllers.
I tried Turtle Beach’s new Stealth Ultra pro controller and the Elite Series 2 should be worried
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra can be completely customized using its built-in screen and it wirelessly connects to your Xbox.
iOS 17.2.1 is live — why you should install this surprise iPhone update right now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Incremental updates rarely come to iPhone or Mac so you’re going to want to install iOS 17.2.1 and macOS 14.2.1 as soon as possible.
This nasty Android banking trojan can steal your PIN by disabling fingerprint unlock — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new version of the Chameleon malware is taking over Android smartphones by using some unique tricks and abusing the operating system’s accessibility features.
I hate the cold — but these smart home gadgets are helping me stay warm this winter
By Anthony Spadafora published
From smart plugs to smart lights, my smart home gadgets are working overtime this winter to help keep my house cozy.
Sony Insomniac hackers leak 1.3 million files — including details on new Wolverine game
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Rhysida ransomware group has leaked internal Insomniac documents online after its $2 million ransom wasn’t paid.
14 million exposed in massive mortgage lender breach — names, dates of birth and SSNs
By Anthony Spadafora published
Dallas-based mortgage lender Mr. Cooper has suffered a data breach following a recent cyberattack, and loads of its customers’ personal and financial information was exposed online.
I've got a big gripe with tablets — but the Pixel Tablet finally fixes it
By Anthony Spadafora published
There’s nothing worse than picking up your tablet only to find it’s out of juice but the Pixel Tablet solves this problem with its included magnetic charging stand.
PS5 Pro may get a graphical boost thanks to AI — what we know so far
By Anthony Spadafora published
The PS5 Pro may use a mix of AMD’s RDNA 3 and RDNA 4 architectures for improved ray tracing and better image upscaling.
Best Nintendo Switch games for 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Here are the top Switch games to play right now, from classics like Mario and Zelda to the more unusual and interesting.
The best PC game controllers in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games from shooters to platformers to RPGs.
Google Chrome will finally let you say goodbye to annoying third-party cookies — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google’s Tracking Protection feature in Chrome is set to make third-party cookies obsolete and prevent websites from tracking you across the web.
Best USB flash drives in 2024: Top USB memory sticks
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best USB flash drives make it easy to bring your data with you as you can store, transfer and back up your files on physical media.
Google Chrome will soon let you generate your own themes via AI — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google will soon allow you to create and save custom AI themes for Chrome right from the browser’s sidebar.