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

Best home security cameras in 2026: 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.

This $99 device let me cut the cord but still DVR my favorite shows
By Mike Prospero published
If you're cutting the cord but still want to DVR your favorite shows without subscribing to a streaming service, this $99 device does the trick.

These are the 3 best smart thermostats we've tested to control your home's temperature and bring down energy costs
By James Frew last updated
We've tested the best smart thermostats to help you find the right model for your home, with options from Honeywell, Ecobee and Nest for all budgets.

Apple iPad Air M4 review: Small tweaks to the gold standard
By Mike Prospero published
Editor's ChoiceThe Apple iPad Air M4 features an upgraded processor, Wi-Fi 7, and faster connection speeds, but the rest has been carried over from last year's model.

Ooni's new pizza oven accessory will make things a lot easier for noobs
By Mike Prospero published
Ooni is launching a Rotating Stone accessory for its Koda 2 ovens, which automatically turns the pizza while it's cooking.

Forget fingerprints and codes — the new Aliro standard is about to revolutionize smart locks
By Mike Prospero published
Everything you need to know about the new smart lock standard

iPad Air M4 announced with more power and Wi-Fi 7 — price, release date and full specs
By Mike Prospero published
Apple just announced the iPad Air M4. Here's a look at its price and specs compared to the iPad Air M3.

I tested a photo frame that animates your pictures like Harry Potter, and it’s almost magical
By Mike Prospero published
The Homture Magic Frame uses AI to animate still pictures, and while it’s not perfect, it’s a novel feature for digital photo frames

The best smart home devices
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart home devices can raise your home's IQ, from security cameras to smart speakers to smart locks.

Best outdoor security cameras in 2026
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best outdoor security cameras for keeping tabs on your home and yard.

3 best 'cabin fever' movies to watch when you're snowed in
By Mike Prospero published
If you're stuck inside because of the blizzard of 2026, here are three movies to remind you that things could be worse.

I tested this electric snow shovel in the blizzard of 2026, and now I know why it's sold out everywhere
By Mike Prospero last updated
I tested the Worx WG460 cordless snow shovel; here are four things I liked, and two I didn't.

I've reviewed all of Meta's smart glasses, and this is the pair I'd actually buy
By Mike Prospero published
I've tested all of Meta's smart glasses, and there's one pair that I use above all the others.

The best digital photo frames in 2026
By Mike Prospero last updated
We've tested scores of digital photo frames to bring you what we think are the best options for you or as a gift.

Switchbot AI Art Frame review: E-paper meets artificial intelligence
By Mike Prospero published
The Switchbot AI Art Frame lets you use artificial intelligence to create images for this E Paper display, but it’s not enough to elevate it over other digital photo frames.

We've tested every Ring video doorbell, and this is the one you should get
By Mike Prospero last updated
Ring's video doorbells offer night vision, motion detection, and two-way communication. But which one is right for you?

I just tested IKEA's new smart home devices, and these are the 2 I'd actually buy
By Mike Prospero published
IKEA recently launched a range of Matter-enabled smart home devices, most of which cost less than $10. I tested them to find out which were the most useful.

Best water leak detectors
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best water leak detectors can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs, but which one is right for you?

Forget "Melania": 3 higher-rated films about formidable women in politics
By Mike Prospero published
Three movies about powerful political women that have received far better reviews than "Melania."

The best electric bikes of 2026: 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

Alexa+ now available for everyone — and there's even a free tier for non-Prime members
By Mike Prospero published
After being in early access for nearly a year, Alexa+ is now rolling out to everyone — and you don't need to be an Amazon Prime member to use it.

Winter storm preparedness guide — everything you need to know
By Mike Prospero last updated
Everything you need to know to survive the winter storm

I’ve been wearing the Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses for a week — they’re great, but they could be so much more
By Mike Prospero last updated
Almost magical
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