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 tried the new Studio Display XDR, and it’s Apple’s most impressive (and brightest) monitor yet — but there’s a catch
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
RecommendedThe Apple Studio Display XDR offers stunning image quality thanks to its 5K Mini-LED panel and 120Hz ProMotion. It's a pro-level powerhouse, but the $3,299 price stings.

1 billion personal records exposed in massive new data leak — full names, addresses, phone numbers and more
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Security researchers have discovered a database online with troves of personal data from the US, Canada, Australia and dozens of countries around the world.

Apple might unveil a new Studio Display this week: 7 upgrades I want to see in the Studio Display 2
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Apple could make its next Studio Display a productivity powerhouse with the right upgrades, but more flexible setup options would be a welcome change too.

I tested Razer’s new Kiyo V2 webcam and it delivers impressive 4K visuals with one major catch
By Anthony Spadafora published
RecommendedThe Razer Kiyo V2 features a brand-new design with much-needed tweaks, but don’t expect 4K at 60 fps even with the included lifetime Camo Studio Pro license.

I bought this $35 accessory, and it fixes the worst thing about digital wall calendars and wall-mounted smart displays
By Anthony Spadafora published
Digital calendars and smart displays should help organize your life, but that’s hard to do when you’re constantly distracted by their ugly, dangling power cords.

Nvidia's N1X chip could make every laptop a gaming laptop — but will the Arm gamble pay off?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Nvidia’s Arm CPUs could change gaming on integrated graphics forever with an RTX 5070-like core count, putting Intel and Qualcomm’s best chips on notice.

The best password managers in 2026: The foolproof way to secure, store and autofill your passwords
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best password managers take the guesswork out of remembering your passwords while helping you generate strong and complex ones for each of your accounts.

Best Wi-Fi extenders in 2026: Make your Wi-Fi go even farther without a major upgrade
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best Wi-Fi extenders are plug and play devices that let you extend the range of your current router without having to replace it with a new one.

15 ultimate home office upgrades — here's my complete future-proof workstation setup for power users
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
This collection of home office and computing upgrades is tailored around those who want the latest tech and need all the power they can get.

I played every new Virtual Boy game on Switch 2 with Nintendo’s new accessory — and this one was my favorite
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Nintendo’s Virtual Boy accessory for the Switch 2 might seem like a gimmick but if you grew up with the original, it feels like a breath of fresh air for retro gaming.

This dangerous iPhone spyware can completely disable Apple's privacy indicators and spy on you in secret
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Predator spyware has been updated with new capabilities that make it harder to know when your iPhone’s camera and microphone have been hijacked.

I stopped fiddling with knobs and levers and let my new office chair adjust itself — here’s what happened
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Hbada X7 isn’t the first office chair with a built-in motor and massager, but it’s the only one that lets AI take the guesswork out of ergonomic adjustments.

These are the best mesh Wi-Fi systems we've tested to say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones for good
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems can cover even the largest homes with a strong Wi-Fi signal while eliminating dead zones at the same time.

The Legend of Zelda at 40: Every game you can play on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora published
To celebrate The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary, we’ve rounded up every game in the series you can play on the Nintendo Switch and the new Switch 2.

I tried Norton’s AI-powered Neo browser and it finally made sense out of my dozens of open tabs
By Anthony Spadafora published
Norton Neo is an AI-native browser that helps cut down all the clutter with a unique, color-coded approach to vertical tabs.

YouTube went down — everything you need to know about the major outage
By Anthony Spadafora, Dan Bracaglia last updated
YouTube experienced a major outage that took both the app and the website offline for users everywhere.

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

Best gaming chairs of 2026: Top-tier seats for every battlestation
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best gaming chairs provide the support your body needs while keeping you comfortable during even the longest play sessions.

Best cable modems in 2026: 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.

Forget the Mac mini M4: If I could only have one mini PC, this pocketable powerhouse is the one I’d get
By Anthony Spadafora published
Editor's ChoiceThe Khadas Mind 2S is a pocket-sized mini PC that performs like a workstation that’s even better when you snap it onto one of Khadas’ docks.

I went ‘all-in’ on Logitech’s MX Master Series for my new desk setup — and this accessory was the real game changer
By Anthony Spadafora published
The MX Master 4 is the gold standard for mice, but I went all-in on Logitech’s full MX Master Series to turn my desk setup into a pro-grade cockpit.

300,000+ Chrome users installed these malicious extensions posing as AI assistants — delete them right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Unsuspecting Chrome users put their browsing data at risk by installing these 30 extensions which promised quick access to AI but were really after their passwords, emails and other data.

How did the FBI get Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest camera footage if it was disabled — and what does it mean for your privacy?
By Anthony Spadafora published
Nancy Gutherie didn’t have a Nest Aware subscription but Google was still able to recover surveillance footage, raising serious concerns about how security cameras could put your privacy at risk.
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