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
The Echo Show 5 turned out to be the perfect tiny smart display for my desk after all
By Anthony Spadafora published
Just when I thought a touchscreen monitor could replace the smart display on my desk, the Echo Show 5 showed me exactly what I was missing out on.
I tried Haworth’s Xbox chair and it’s the perfect gaming-office chair hybrid
By Anthony Spadafora published
As part of a collaboration with Microsoft, office furniture maker Haworth has given two of its most popular chairs some serious Xbox flair.
This Android malware is stealing passwords by impersonating popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The malicious app used in this new malware campaign hides in plain sight by using the logos, names and icons of other popular apps and services.
Tom’s Guide Awards 2024 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.
Massive Dell data breach hits 49 million users — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Dell is warning customers regarding a data breach after a threat actor gained unauthorized access to a customer portal with purchase information.
Over 850,000 people hit with online shopping scam that steals credit cards — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are taking over expired websites to launch fake stores selling shoes and apparel while also stealing customers’ credit card information.
Scammers are tricking Android users into installing a fake antivirus app that can drain bank accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
New social engineering campaign uses text messages to trick victims into calling scammers who then have them install a malware-filled app on their phone.
New Cuckoo macOS malware can take over all Macs and steals your passwords too — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Cukcoo malware goes after both Intel-based Macs and newer Macs running Apple Silicon to spy on users and steal their passwords.
New Android security flaw lets hackers seize control of apps — how to stay safe
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Microsoft has uncovered a new security flaw called ‘Dirty Stream’ which impacts many popular Android apps and could let hackers sneak malicious code into them.
I tried CRKD’s new NEO S gamepad, and it’s made me completely rethink retro controllers
By Anthony Spadafora published
First CRKD turned my Nintendo Switch into a Steam Deck, and now they've shown me just how good a retro-style controller with a few modern twists can be.
Hackers are using fake apps to distribute this dangerous Mac malware — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers are now using lookalike pages for popular apps to infect vulnerable Macs with the Atomic Stealer malware.
I’m a security expert — here’s my top 3 tips for protecting your accounts on World Password Day
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
World Password Day is held every year as yet another reminder as to why you need to use strong and unique passwords for each of your online accounts.
I’m using a trackpad with one hand and a mouse with the other on desktop and I can’t recommend it enough
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Even though you probably use a mouse with your desktop, you can also use an external trackpad or in my case, both at the same time.
Dangerous new Wpeeper Android malware adds a backdoor to your phone to steal your data — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Wpeeper malware may be new, but it already packs a punch and can steal all sorts of sensitive data from infected Android phones.
Best free cloud storage in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best free cloud storage services to help you keep an extra copy of your files in the cloud without spending a thing.
I have a multi-monitor setup at home and this portable monitor let me recreate that experience with my laptop
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The UStation Delta is a dual-screen portable monitor with a clamshell design that I could easily see myself bringing on my next work trip.
Google blocked over 2 million dangerous Android apps from the Play Store last year
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Google Play Store is becoming even safer as Google is cracking down on bad apps and developer accounts in violation of its policies.
I’ve sat in a lot of office chairs, but this may be the best throne for work — here’s why
By Anthony Spadafora published
The OdinLake Ergo Butterfly 753 may be expensive, but it is an ergonomic office chair that delivers where it counts with excellent comfort, adjustability and premium materials.
FBI warns scammers are using ‘free’ verification services to dupe dating app users — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Instead of traditional romance scams, scammers are now using verification services with a monthly subscription to target dating app users.
2 million hit in massive debt collector data breach — full names, birth dates and SSNs exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The debt collection agency FBCS has revealed that it suffered a data breach in which hackers had unauthorized access to its network for almost two weeks.
I got tired of waiting for the PS5 Pro so I upgraded to the Xbox Series X instead
By Anthony Spadafora published
The PS5 may be winning the console war but the Xbox Series X is just as beautiful as it is powerful.
Rabbit R1 pickup party recap — new features, demos, unboxing and more
By Anthony Spadafora, Alex Wawro last updated
The Rabbit R1 AI-powered wearable has generated massive interest, and on April 23 the first units were unboxed and handed out live at a special pickup party. Here's all the details as they happened.
This $15 upgrade helped me bring an old gaming headset back to life
By Anthony Spadafora published
The ear pads on gaming headsets and over-ear headphones can wear down over time but replacing them with new ones is as easy as it is cheap.
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