Hunter Fenollol
Hunter Fenollol is 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
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.
Best smart speakers 2024—Alexa, Google, and Siri tested
By Hunter Fenollol, Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.
The best smart lights in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora, Hunter Fenollol last updated
Light up your home in style with the best smart lights for every home and budget.
Home Depot's new glass smart door switches between clear and frosted modes for privacy
By Hunter Fenollol published
This new smart glass door starts at $799 — a welcome departure from previous models
Govee Star Light Projector review
By Hunter Fenollol published
This lamp covers your room in a realistic aurora glow and moonlights as a Bluetooth speaker
Govee launches Curtain Lights 2 just in time for the holidays — display GIFs, photos and color effects on any wall
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Govee Curtain Lights 2 are highly customizable smart lights that work across all major smart home platforms through Matter. You can use the Govee app to animate patterns or play GIFs on any wall.
Arlo's cameras get face, vehicle and custom AI recognition for alerts — here's how it works
By Hunter Fenollol published
The new Arlo Secure 5 upgrade uses advanced computer vision AI and recognition engines to tell Arlo's cameras precisely who or what set off a motion event.
Alexa vs. Google vs. Siri — which smart assistant is best for your smart home?
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From Alexa to Siri, these virtual butlers come with the best smart speakers to organize your days and streamline the process of controlling your smart home.
Amazon Echo vs. Echo Dot: Which smart speaker should you buy?
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here's how the Amazon Echo vs. Echo Dot compare based on price, design, features and more.
The best smart garage door openers in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
These are the best smart garage door openers on the market. Compare our recommendations to see which ones work best with your smart home.
iOS 18 HomeKit update now lets you add Matter devices without a hub
By Hunter Fenollol published
iOS 18's biggest smart home feature simplifies setup and uses the Thread radio built into newer iPhones for local device control.
I test security cameras for a living—these are the 5 settings I change out of the box
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here's how to customize your security camera for your property to improve its performance
Facial recognition is the best feature to come to smart locks in years—here's why
By Hunter Fenollol published
Lockly's Visage is the first smart lock to use radar and a depth-sensing infrared system to create a 3D scan of your head.
The best Google Home compatible devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Hunter Fenollol last updated
The best Google Home compatible devices, from smart lights and thermostats to smart switches and Chromecast.
Shark PowerDetect 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop review — hands-off deep cleaning for under $1K
By Hunter Fenollol published
Set and forget this hybrid robot vacuum and mop for up to a month with a self-cleaning mop and emptying system
Google Home may be getting a Vacation Mode — here's what it can do
By Hunter Fenollol published
Google Home may get a vacation mode feature that turns devices on or off randomly to help make your home appear occupied while you're away.
Amazon's Echo Hub is my favorite smart home controller — and it just hit its lowest price ever
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon's latest smart display is a touchscreen control panel, smart home hub, and smart speaker that allows you to control your Alexa devices. It is on sale for just $129 for a limited time.
The 30 best Alexa skills in 2024
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here are the best Amazon Alexa skills to use with your Amazon Echo smart speaker.
The best HomeKit devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Hunter Fenollol last updated
The best HomeKit devices for your smart home can be controlled by speaking to Apple's voice assistant, Siri.
Best smart smoke detectors in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Smart smoke detectors connect to the internet to relay alerts to your smartphone, or automatically turn on your smart lights. Here are the best.
This new robot vacuum-mop does something Roomba can’t — and it will make your life easier
By Hunter Fenollol published
Dreame's new vacuums can clean deeper with added smart features.
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