Mike Prospero
Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide. He oversees all evergreen content and oversees the Homes, Smart Home, and Fitness/Wearables categories for the site. In his spare time, he also tests out the latest drones, electric scooters, and smart home gadgets, such as video doorbells. Before his tenure at Tom's Guide, he was the Reviews Editor for Laptop Magazine, a reporter at Fast Company, the Times of Trenton, and, many eons back, an intern at George magazine. He received his undergraduate degree from Boston College, where he worked on the campus newspaper The Heights, and then attended the Columbia University school of Journalism. When he’s not testing out the latest running watch, electric scooter, or skiing or training for a marathon, he’s probably using the latest sous vide machine, smoker, or pizza oven, to the delight — or chagrin — of his family.
Latest articles by Mike Prospero

How to watch the Super Bowl on your Meta Quest 3
By Mike Prospero published
It's easy to watch the Super Bowl on the best VR headset. Here's how.

Best home security cameras in 2025: Top wireless, indoor and outdoor models
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best home security cameras that allow you to watch the inside and outside of your home from anywhere.

The best smart plugs in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart plugs can help make your home safer, more convenient, and even save you money.

5 tips for hosting a stress-free Super Bowl party, according to a celebrity chef
By Mike Prospero published
Five tips for making your Super Bowl party less stressful.

Best smart light switches in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Smart switches let you control your lights with a phone or voice assistant, and can save you money by turning your lights off when you're not home.

Best smart thermostats in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart thermostats that will intelligently heat and cool your home and save you money.

Best outdoor pizza ovens: Tested and rated
By Mike Prospero last updated
We tested the best pizza ovens for your backyard.

Pebble founder on why he's bringing Pebble watch back — 'Samsung, Google, Apple don't take any risks'
By Mike Prospero published
We spoke with Pebble's founder on why he's bringing the smartwatch back from the dead, and how he's going to do things differently this time.

Every streaming service you need to watch the remaining NFL games this season — and how much it'll cost
By Malcolm McMillan last updated
The NFL is going to stream its games on many different streaming services this year; here are the services you'll need, and how much it will cost.

My favorite low-stress show is back, and I couldn’t be more excited for ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ season 5
By Mike Prospero published
"All Creatures Great and Small" season 5 is now airing on PBS, and it's the perfect antidote to stressful times.

Best drones in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best drones based on design, ease of use, camera quality, durability and flight time.

The best electric bikes of 2025: expert tested and rated
By Mike Prospero last updated
Our picks for the best electric bikes for riders of all types and budgets, based on dozens of reviews and tests

Best electric scooters for kids in 2025: A buying guide for parents
By Mike Prospero last updated
Safety tips and buying advice for parents looking to get an electric scooter for their child.

Best GoPro camera in 2025
By Peter Wolinski last updated
With several different models, which is the best GoPro camera for your needs?

Best universal remotes in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our favorite picks for controlling all your entertainment devices.

Best smart smoke detectors in 2025
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.

The best smart home devices in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart home devices can raise your home's IQ, from security cameras and Wi-Fi locks to cutting edge light bulbs.

Best DIY home security systems
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best self-installed, or DIY home security systems include motion and entry sensors, a loud siren and professional monitoring, all for a reasonable monthly fee.

The best smart locks in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
These are the best smart locks based on installation, security, features, and smart home compatibility.

The best smart displays in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart displays, from Echo Show devices with Alexa to the Google Nest Hub speakers with Google Assistant.

Wyze's new security camera subscription uses AI to compete with Ring
By Mike Prospero published
Wyze's new AI features will let you search more easily for events on your security camera footage, and will give you more detailed information when something is happening.

The best electric scooters in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.

I took the Segway Xyber ebike for a test ride, and I’ve never had so much fun
By Mike Prospero published
I test-rode the wickedly fun Segway Xyber, the company's new ebike that's coming out this year for $2,999.
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