
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

I bought a Switch 2 Pro Controller and it’s worth every penny if you’re tired of remapping back buttons
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Switch 2 Pro Controller is a huge upgrade but it’s the buttons on the back and how easy they are to remap that really sells it.

The best VPN in 2025: our top 5 picks
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've reviewed every major VPN (virtual private network) for privacy, security, speed, streaming and more – discover what our dedicated team recommends based on expert testing.

I've spent the last 4 years testing the best standing desks — here's my top picks for your home office
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best standing desks allow you to seamlessly transition between sitting and standing while providing a sturdy resting place for your office equipment.

Best cable modems in 2025: Say goodbye to equipment rental fees for good
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best cable modems let you avoid monthly rental fees from your ISP and give you greater control over your home network.

More than 250 malicious apps are spreading info-stealing malware on Android and iOS — delete these right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
New SarangTrap campaign uses malicious apps and domains to infect unsuspecting users with dangerous info-stealing malware.

I played Super Mario Party Jamboree on the Switch 2 — and it’s the best reason yet to get a Nintendo Switch 2 Camera
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Nintendo’s Jamboree TV expansion adds a whole new level of immersion to Mario Party while also taking full advantage of the Switch 2.

Your Ring cameras weren’t hacked over the weekend — here’s what actually happened
By Anthony Spadafora published
Ring has revealed that a bug in a backend update led to a surge in suspicious logins that left many users thinking their accounts were hacked.

I gave my Mac mini M4 the ultimate upgrade with this Mac Pro-style case — and it fixes some of my biggest complaints
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Mac mini M4 is a nearly perfect mini PC but this case lets you stand it upright while adding more ports and extra storage.

Over 200 million Amazon Prime customers warned about scammers trying to steal their accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Amazon has warned that scammers are impersonating the company via fake emails in an effort to steal login credentials and commit fraud.

The best identity theft protection services in 2025
By Anthony Spadafora, Amber Bouman last updated
Becoming a victim of identity theft can take years to recover from on your own but the best identity theft protection services can help guide you through the process.

Donkey Kong Bananza is the 3D Donkey Kong game I’ve always wanted — and one of the best reasons to get a Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora published
Donkey Kong Bananza is a barrel of fun thanks to its destructible environments and unique power-ups while showcasing just what the Switch 2 is capable of.

I get faster Wi-Fi speeds in my backyard than some people do in their homes — and it’s all thanks to the eero Outdoor 7
By Anthony Spadafora published
The eero Outdoor 7 is a standalone device you can add to any eero-powered mesh network to bring Wi-Fi 7 speeds to your backyard and beyond.

5.4 million hit in major healthcare data breach — names, emails, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The medical billing company Episource has begun notifying millions of patients across the US about a data breach that took place earlier this year.

Need more HDMI 2.1 ports? This Prime Day light sync kit deal gives you four and fills your room with RGB light
By Anthony Spadafora published
Govee’s AI Sync Box 2 lets you synchronise movies, shows and games on your TV or monitor with an included RGB lightstrip.

I love the Mac mini M4 but I wouldn’t buy it without these accessories — and they’re still on sale for Prime Day
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Mac mini M4 is the perfect mini PC but it’s even better with a USB hub and a matching, full-size mechanical keyboard.

This dangerous banking trojan now uses scheduled maintenance to hide its malicious activities — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Anatsa banking trojan was recently discovered hiding in a malicious app as part of a new campaign that uses the malware to drain bank accounts.

This Mac malware just got a major upgrade which makes it even harder to delete — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The hackers behind the infamous Atomic Stealer have added a new component to the malware that allows it to maintain persistence on infected Macs.

Best Wi-Fi 7 routers of 2025: The future of Wi-Fi is here
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs and mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage.

I’m a Nothing Phone fan — but here’s why the Phone 3 is a non-starter for me
By Anthony Spadafora published
I was looking forward to the Nothing Phone 3, until Nothing jacked up the price and ditched its iconic Glyph Lights for a dot-matrix style display.

I played the Switch 2 with AR glasses — here's what it's like to race Mario Kart World on a 135-inch screen in front of your face
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Switch 2 isn’t compatible with AR glasses out of the box but this portable third-party dock that doubles as a power bank solves that problem.

The best free VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

Best cloud storage in 2025
By Richard Sutherland last updated
These are the best cloud storage providers for when you want to store an extra copy of your files in the cloud for safekeeping.

Over half a million people impacted by major data breach — full names, SSNs, financial data and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
Kelly Benefits has revealed that the cyberattack it experienced last year is even worse than previously thought with more than half a million people affected.

FBI warns scammers are posing as fraud investigators to steal sensitive healthcare info — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are impersonating healthcare insurers and their respective fraud investigators in a major phishing campaign designed to steal sensitive personal and financial data.
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