
Hunter Fenollol
Hunter Fenollol was a Senior Editor for Tom’s Guide. He specializes in smart home gadgets and appliances. Prior to joining the team, Hunter reviewed computers, wearables, and mixed reality gear for publications that include CNN Underscored, Popular Mechanics, and Laptop Magazine. When he’s not testing out the latest cooking gadgets, you can likely find him playing a round of golf or out with friends feeding his paycheck to a QuickHit slot machine.
Hunter started his career as an intern at Tom’s Guide back in 2019 while in college. He graduated from Long Island University Post with a degree in Communications and minor in Advertising. He has been vlogging ever since the iPhone 4 took front-facing cameras mainstream.
Latest articles by Hunter Fenollol

3 things to consider before buying a grill
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here's what to look for when buying your new grill.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th gen vs Nest 3rd gen: Should you upgrade?
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
We compare Google's latest smart thermostat head-to-head with its predecessor to look at the new design, features and price

Segway Navimow i110 robot lawn mower review: Perfectly trimmed grass without lifting a finger
By Hunter Fenollol published
Automate your yard care with this high-performance robot lawnmower that doesn’t require a perimeter wire

Segway Navimow i110N Robot lawnmower review: Perfectly trimmed grass without lifting a finger
By Hunter Fenollol published
Automate your yard care with this high-performance robot lawn mower that doesn’t require a perimeter wire

EufyCam S3 Pro review: AI and unmatched color night vision make this the best 4K security camera without a subscription
By Hunter Fenollol published
Eufy’s 4K captures professional-looking video and uses AI to recognize faces and stitch together events between cameras

Blink vs. Ring: Video doorbells compared
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
If you're looking for the best video doorbell options on a budget, your choices come down to Blink vs. Ring. Here's how the two compare on price, video quality, and features.

Black Friday just came early with the MacBook Air M2 for just $699 — and I just bought one
By Hunter Fenollol published
This MacBook Air M2 sale knocks $300 off a lightweight workstation packed with power, a gorgeous screen and features you'd expect from a four-figure laptop.

Thread versus Wi-Fi—which is best for your smart home devices?
By Hunter Fenollol published
You may have heard of Thread or Matter smart home devices. Here is a guide to what they are and how they differ from standard Wi-Fi options.

iRobot's cheapest 2-in-1 Roomba gets a new auto-empty base and power boost
By Hunter Fenollol published
Roomba's Combo 2 Essential robot vacuum mops and self-empties up to 60 days of debris into its dock's built-in dust bin

My parents didn’t want anything to do with a smart home — here’s the gadgets that changed their mind
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From convenient automation to beefed-up security, there are plenty of reasons you should start a smart home

Act fast! This self-cleaning robot vacuum and mop is nearly 40% off in Amazon sale
By Hunter Fenollol published
Save nearly $300 on Roborock's Q Revo S automated bot that mops and sweeps floors with enough power and pressure to suck up specks of dirt or break down tough grime.

Roku just got a huge update that turns your TV into a smart home security center
By Hunter Fenollol published
Roku's latest update brings security notifications from your cameras to your TV, a carousel of live feeds, and web access to your Roku camera feeds.

I went hands-on with SimpliSafe's new AI outdoor monitoring service — here's how it went
By Hunter Fenollol published
SimpliSafe's new ActiveGuard outdoor protection uses generative AI to describe what it sees to live agents so that they can intervene or verify guests before they reach your home.

5 ways you can use smart home gadgets to upgrade your Halloween decor
By Hunter Fenollol published
These are the best smart home devices to customize your home and automate your Halloween decorations with routines.

Hurry! These 5 home gadgets are even cheaper than their Prime Day prices
By Hunter Fenollol published
These smart home device discounts beat this October's Prime Day prices.

Act fast! Ring's 5 best video doorbells are still on sale for Prime Day
By Hunter Fenollol published
These are some of the best video doorbell deals still available from this October's Prime Day.

Amazon Prime Day smart home sale — 21 deals I’d buy on Echo, Nest, Ring and more with up to 50% off
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From changing the mood with smart lights to securing your home with a smart lock, these are the best smart home deals from October Prime Day.

I just tried Ring’s new AI Smart Video Search feature and I’m blown away by its accuracy
By Hunter Fenollol published
You can now use text to search through your Ring camera footage, and AI finds matching content to save you time and effort.

We've tested all Blink and Ring cameras on sale for Prime Day — these are the 7 you should actually buy
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
These Blink and Ring cameras add human detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication throughout your home and yard.

Amazon's $20 Echo Pop, smart plug and Christmas tree bundle could be the best smart home deal of Prime Day
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon's $20 Prime Day bundle includes an Echo Pop smart speaker, Amazon smart plug, and a mini pre-lit Christmas tree to build out your smart home for the holidays.

I just tried this 4K security camera with amazing night vision — and there's no monthly subscription
By Hunter Fenollol published
The EufyCam S3 Pro is a powerful solar-powered 4K security camera with advanced AI features.

Roomba J9+ Combo vs. Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1: Which hybrid robot vacuum should you buy?
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here's how the Roomba J9+ Combo vs. Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 compare based on price, design, features and more.

The best smart lights
By Anthony Spadafora, Hunter Fenollol last updated
Light up your home in style with the best smart lights for every home and budget.
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