Anthony Spadafora
Anthony Spadafora is the senior security and networking editor 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. He 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 and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently rearranges 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
![Chrome's Enhanced Safe Browsing on a smartphone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gZFDiWazPvY4FhqgxEQMRa-320-80.jpg)
This hidden Chrome security feature can protect you from dangerous websites and downloads — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google's Enhanced Safe Browsing feature is easy to enable and it helps keep you safe from malware and phishing attacks in Chrome.
![Alienware 34 Curved QD-OLED Gaming Monitor on a desk showing a game being played](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zSqTGVfVL6HJfg5FfG4imY-320-80.jpg)
Buying a monitor? Here's 3 underrated features I look for
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Monitors come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes but these are a few underlooked features you’re going to want to consider before making your final purchase.
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Malware-filled messaging apps are wreaking havoc on Android phones — delete these malicious apps right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals used a combination of romance scams and malicious apps to infect unsuspecting users with the VarjaSpy remote access trojan.
![Tim Cook on stage at Apple event](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/njyLr4qhJuS9rv3NzYtfrL-320-80.jpg)
Apple teases big AI plans ahead of Vision Pro launch — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Apple's holiday quarter saw iPhone sales pick up along with an all-time revenue record for services, but the Vision Pro and the company’s AI plans commanded some of the spotlight, too.
![The characters in Persona 3 Reload performing an all-out attack](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e6XvSYnYkKnBnShjiqKPJB-320-80.jpg)
Persona 3 Reload review: A remake done right
By Anthony Spadafora published
Persona 3 Reload is an excellent remake and the best way to experience this classic tale that laid the groundwork for future Persona games.
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This sneaky Microsoft Edge setting could let it steal your Chrome tabs — how to turn it off
By Anthony Spadafora published
Microsoft Edge has a setting that allows it to import tabs and other data from Chrome when launched but you can easily disable it. Here’s how.
![Playing PS4 using remote play with the Backbone One](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8Kmnrspd62eP6eFTB37krT-320-80.jpg)
This $7 app fixed my biggest problem with remote play on both PS5 and Xbox
By Anthony Spadafora published
Remote play is a convenient way to play your PS5 or Xbox from anywhere but the aspect ratio on your phone and your console likely isn’t the same.
![A Reolink PoE security camera on top of a fence](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XBtWzfmzNWkyvytZMsYEfg-320-80.jpg)
Checking out my friend’s hardwired security cameras gave me serious FOMO — here’s why
By Anthony Spadafora published
IP security camera systems cost more upfront and take a bit more effort to install but there are no subscription fees to worry about and everything is stored locally.
![how to manage lock screen notifications on your galaxy s23](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YL6WQRVZPnen9EgmPPdBmd-320-80.jpeg)
Your iPhone could be secretly spying on you via push notifications — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Popular iPhone apps are collecting user data through push notifications as a means to bypass Apple’s own privacy protections, security researchers claim.
![iPhone 15 Pro Max shown in hand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HpQRk3BGaJ7VCsCkAkEUw8-320-80.jpg)
Apple fixes urgent zero-day flaw with iOS 17.3 — update your iPhone right now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Apple has fixed its first zero-day vulnerability of the year which can be exploited to run arbitrary code on vulnerable iPhones and Macs.
![An open lock depicting a data breach](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LMDEozUrCU7N8gtDxeKte3-320-80.jpg)
26 billion records exposed online in biggest data leak ever — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mother of all Breaches contains 12 terabytes of records obtained from previous leaks, breaches and hacked databases.
![A controller in front of a monitor being customized using reWASD](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qcJwT2YwDbge7JZ9zkeBRF-320-80.jpg)
7 reasons why gaming at your desk beats playing on the couch
By Anthony Spadafora published
The TV in your living room may be bigger but if somebody’s currently using it, you’re better off gaming at your desk instead.
![TP-Link Deco X55](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gwUcPxDgnFz8Qjn7U8eqbh-320-80.jpg)
I helped my uncle upgrade to a mesh Wi-Fi system — here’s how I did it
By Anthony Spadafora published
Upgrading to a mesh Wi-Fi system is one of the best investments you can make for your home network, especially if you’re sick and tired of Wi-Fi dead zones.
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Best Android browsers in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best Android browsers make it easy to gain access to new features and functionality while customizing your smartphone.
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Philips Hue lights: A guide to what each bulb does (and costs)
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
This Philips Hue lights guide explains exactly what each Philips Hue bulb and light fixture does and how much they cost.
![A picture showing incognito mode in Google Chrome](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LVorELFPzXCywXKAcE5Q46-320-80.jpg)
Google admits Chrome Incognito mode tracks users — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Google is adding new disclaimers to Chrome after the search giant settled a class-action lawsuit regarding how incognito mode isn’t actually as private as it appears to be.
![Phone scam showing an unknown caller on a phone screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/muFWf5MSX7498TMTJZvtv7-320-80.jpg)
That emergency phone call from a loved one could actually be scammers using AI — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are now using AI to trick you into thinking that one of your family members or friends has been in a dangerous accident.
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Worried about spyware on your iPhone? iShutdown can reveal if you’ve been infected
By Anthony Spadafora published
Security researchers have developed a new set of scripts that automate the process of looking through an iPhone’s log files for signs of spyware and malware.
![A hacker typing quickly on a keyboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YwKRVzwvLwup6hDGh5bVNM-320-80.jpg)
Hackers can use this flaw to obtain leftover AI data from your GPU — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Newly discovered LeftoverLocals vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to steal leftover AI data from Apple, AMD and Qualcomm GPUs.
![and image of the Google Chrome logo on a laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/62aHxnvmKJvfMzFqKzR96H-320-80.jpg)
Chrome users under threat from actively exploited security flaw — update your browser right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google has patched Chrome’s first zero-day vulnerability of 2024, but details are scarce as hackers are using it in their attacks right now.
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Hackers are using this Windows flaw to steal your data — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new malware campaign is exploiting a flaw in Windows SmartScreen to prevent security prompts from appearing when users open potentially dangerous files.
![Leaning back in the Razer Iskur V2 at CES 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/J9EWkWC7MfPYKSqjGqNhPN-320-80.jpg)
I tried the Razer Iskur V2 at CES 2024 — and it changes the game for gaming chairs
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Razer Iskur V2 addresses concerns owners of the first version of this gaming chair had while adding a one-of-a-kind 6D adaptive lumbar support system.
![The weirdest gadgets of CES 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jAq6TT6soRhQTP253bNNwF-320-80.jpg)
11 weirdest gadgets of CES 2024 — AI handhelds, flying cars, smart binoculars and more
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These were the weirdest and wackiest gadgets that caught our attention at CES 2024 and you’ll be able to buy some of them later this year.
![A picture of one of Reolink's new security cameras with the company's ColorX technology](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dW7rdJKiBGNRjtSTrSjxFR-320-80.jpg)
I saw Reolink’s new ColorX security cameras at CES 2024 and they can do full color night vision without lights
By Anthony Spadafora published
Reolink showed off several new security cameras at CES this year and many of them feature the company’s ColorX true color night vision technology.