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
This $25 gadget turns all of your old IR remote-controlled devices smart
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I'm using this cheap $25 device to control my older IR remote-controlled electronics from my smart home setup
5 advanced ways to use your smart light bulbs
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Wake up to a natural sunrise, sync up your lights with sporting events, or have your lighting change colors to alert you
5 things I wish I’d known before buying a smart speaker
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Smart speakers add music and a helpful AI-powered smart assistant to any room in your home. Here's what to consider before buying one.
This is my favorite gadget of 2023 — and it's the perfect gift for grilling fans
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I use the Meater 2 Plus to cook smarter, not harder with live temperature monitoring and doneness notifications
This smart plug automates your home for the holidays — and it's just $22 right now
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Smart plugs make it easy to automate your existing appliances. These tips can help you save time, reduce energy usage, and streamline your holiday routine.
Holiday deal at Amazon knocks 4-pack Blink security cams to just $59
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The Blink Mini is one of the best budget security cameras you can buy and you can get 4 of them for just $59 in this holiday sale.
Last chance! Ninja AF101 air fryer drops to its lowest price ever and arrives by Christmas
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The Ninja AF101 is one of the best air fryers you can buy and is just $74 in this holiday sale.
29 best gifts under $50 — our top picks for 2023
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Here are the best gifts under $50 for 2023 from our team of experts. We've included products for every kind of person you have your list.
5 easy ways to make your old washer and dryer smart
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These cheap sensors are an easy and quick way to keep tabs on the status of your laundry.
Act fast! Govee's smart space heater is on sale for just $29 and cheaper than Black Friday
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The 1500W GoveeLife smart space heater is discounted to just $29 in Amazon's latest holiday sale. Here's why it's a steal for any home.
Last chance! 7 best home security camera holiday deals you can still get
By Hunter Fenollol published
These cameras come loaded with premium features like AI detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication.
Ring Video Doorbell just dropped to lowest price ever in holiday deal
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Ring's entry-level video doorbell comes loaded with features like advanced motion detection zones and a built-in battery
This motion sensor supercharged my smart home — and it's just $18 at Amazon
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Right now, you can save over 25% on Amazon's best-selling motion detection system.
Amazon Map View is a game-changer for your smart home — here’s how it works
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Use your phone's camera to scan your home and create an interactive floorplan that's easy to navigate and control devices
Holiday deal at Walmart knocks 50% off Samsung's stylish vacuum
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The Samsung Jet 60 Flex cordless vacuum is on holiday sale for 50% off. Here's why it's a steal for any home.
Massive Amazon sale this week — 31 best deals I recommend now
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Cyber Week continues at Amazon with huge discounts on Apple, Bose, Under Armour, and more. Here are the offers we recommend.
These smart lights remove the worst part about decorating for the holidays
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The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lighting Pro kit saves you the trouble of having to install holiday lights year after year. But these smart lights are appealing in other ways, too.
Act fast! Canon Pixma printer just $59 in Cyber Week deal
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Canon Pixma can do it all as a printer, scanner, and fax machine. It's still on sale at its lowest price ever at Amazon and Best Buy.
The best smart power strip we've tested is just $39 for Cyber Monday
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Control up to six separate appliances from anywhere with this smart power strip.
Ikea's new budget smart home sensors monitor your home for under $10 each
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Ikea’s budget smart home sensors are less than $10 each and make monitoring your home even more accessible. They will roll out in separate launches starting from January 2024.
Act fast! My favorite Wi-Fi water sensors hit their all-time lowest price for Cyber Monday
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Right now, you can save over $25 on Amazon's best-selling water alarm and detection system.
Hurry! I bought this Philips face trimmer and it’s still on sale for Cyber Monday
By Hunter Fenollol published
This all-in-one face and body trimmer has a strong motor, a long battery life, and 14 different length settings.
Cyber Monday robot vacuum deals — 19 best sales still live now
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Cyber Monday robot vacuum deals from Roomba, Shark and more.