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
![NIU KQI3 Max parked on sidewalk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jGx9R4mStc3K4gruUBRbdZ-320-80.jpg)
I test electric scooters for a living and here are my top 5 buying tips
By Mike Prospero published
Here are 5 things to consider when buying an electric scooter
![iPhone Flip foldable iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/e2CrTzU6eYezxuuQWvXXo7-320-80.jpg)
Why the iPhone 15 needs to be a foldable phone
By Mike Prospero published
Samsung and Google have foldable phones, so where is Apple's?
![Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P2bwmCnsbfsPV3v8pWMu3m-320-80.jpg)
How to delete an Alexa profile
By Mike Prospero published
A step-by-step guide on how to remove an Alexa profile from your Amazon account.
![A Google AI logo is on a phone held in a hand, in front of a Google Logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YRBs9HzxHdgM9SVAtQ2ko3-320-80.jpg)
Google announces big AI upgrades — including identifying skin conditions
By Mike Prospero published
Google is unleashing a ton of new AI upgrades including virtual try-on, AI search updates and Immersive View improvements.
![Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UradSR8HKg4KwAEFFRXFTV-320-80.jpg)
How to see and delete Alexa's recordings of you
By Henry T. Casey, Mike Prospero last updated
With police asking Amazon to turn over data sent from an Alexa-powered Echo speaker, here's how to manage your Alexa history and recordings.
![Paramount Plus on a TV screen with a bowl of popcorn](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/67iTm5B6YwWuP3GvAh63fm-320-80.jpg)
9 reasons to subscribe to Paramount Plus this month
By Mike Prospero published
Here's why June might be a good time to subscribe to Paramount Plus.
![VisionOS](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CpPpX63hVGnWhiSdPhBy9j-320-80.png)
VisionOS — Everything we know about the Apple Vision Pro’s platform
By Mike Prospero published
VisionOS is the name of the operating system powering Apple's Vision Pro headset. Here's all that it will do.
![HomeKit widget on iPhone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WKKTNBQak6nEGmpJkSQP84-320-80.jpg)
What I want to see out of Apple's iOS 17 new smart display feature
By Mike Prospero published
A new iOS 17 feature could turn your iPhone into a smart display, but it could be so much more.
![Amazon sign on a building](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LrSxxqz4mRqmA9AAYq5Saa-320-80.jpg)
Amazon fined $30 million for Alexa child privacy and Ring violations
By Mike Prospero last updated
Amazon will pay $30 million to settle privacy allegations for its Ring security cameras and Alexa recordings of children.
![Trek Fetch+4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bFpfvNFwC7EUjMsT4MQRHU-320-80.jpg)
Trek Fetch+4 hands-on: What it's like to ride Trek's first electric cargo bike
By Mike Prospero published
Not yet ratedI took the Trek Fetch+4 cargo bike on a ride through New York. Here's what I thought of the company's first e-cargo bike.
![Ooni Karu 16 review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Qf9vHA6hPCR2KzW5xmWeff-320-80.jpg)
Ooni Karu 16 review
By Mike Prospero published
The Karu 16 is the most versatile of Ooni’s outdoor pizza ovens, letting you cook — and cook with — a variety of fuels and food.
![Dragonfly scooter](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aCBjkMkj9L7mBWHhgJuoAi-320-80.jpg)
I rode this crazy 4-wheel offroad scooter — but is it worth $4,000?
By Mike Prospero published
We took a test ride of the 4-wheeled Dragonfly electric scooter, designed for on- and offroad fun, but costs a steep $4,000.
![Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso in Ted Lasso season 3 episode 10 "International Break"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G6D3nLqDVpMw35MNYdvdXY-320-80.jpg)
I'm worried Ted Lasso is turning into Game of Thrones
By Mike Prospero published
Despite hour-long episodes, Ted Lasso season 3 has been trying to do too much with the time it has left.
![Keanu Reeves as John Wick, standing in a crowd of people with neon in the background in John Wick: Chapter 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/M8uV6H2RRz5uNm2TzyBsoJ-320-80.jpg)
9 best movies like John Wick on Netflix, Max, Hulu, Prime Video and more
By Henry T. Casey published
Once you're all Baba Yaga'd out, we've got seven movies that serve similar kinds of action — but each with a different twist.
![Tom's Hardware AI](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZmkLJJu3HJqAd9CKE8xr2h-320-80.jpg)
Tom’s Hardware unveils its own AI chatbot: Meet HammerBot
By Mike Prospero published
Tom's Hardware's new AI searchbot helps you answer questions you may have about PCs and components
![Solo Stove Mesa XL](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eMqtAokuo495UX3pDpga3N-320-80.jpg)
Solo Stove Mesa XL review: The best tabletop fire pit
By Mike Prospero last updated
I tested both the Solo Stove Mesa and Solo Stove Mesa XL tabletop fire pits to see which is the best.
![Google Pixel Tablet vs Nest Hub Max](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fu2LNhWxiqsCNCLG3x3efK-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel Tablet vs. Google Nest Hub Max: Which is best for you?
By Mike Prospero published
The Google Pixel Tablet and Google Nest Hub Max may look similar, but there are a number of big differences. Here's how to pick the one that's best for you.
![Image of Gmail's logo on a laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HcGfFSK3LMUndoS6KnaXQb-320-80.jpg)
Gmail Help Me Write announced at Google I/O 2023 — and it writes entire emails for you
By Mike Prospero published
Google is using its AI to help you craft email responses.
![Roku smart home security system](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iZrt24xTCXffppGhapy3FE-320-80.jpeg)
Roku adds budget DIY home security system to expand its smart home offerings
By Mike Prospero published
The kit includes a hub with a siren, a keypad, and three sensors. Professional monitoring starts at $10/month.
![The Crown season 2 poster featuring Matt Smith as Prince Philip and Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sq3buvSkqd8ogUiGjtXyBF-320-80.jpg)
7 best shows like The Crown on Netflix, Prime Video and Hulu
By Kelly Woo published
We recommend more royal drama TV shows like The Crown, including Victoria, The Tudors, Queen Charlotte and more
![Google Home app](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/28qDaw9zipShY9eAqExPm9-320-80.png)
The new Google Home app is way easier to use — but that’s not all
By Mike Prospero published
The redesigned Google Home app is easier to use, and offers better smart home features
![Glion DollyXL parked outside](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mNbE3SrYAD9vq2Xyy4o4pP-320-80.jpg)
Glion DollyXL review
By Mike Prospero published
The Glion DollyXL is a larger version of the company’s original electric scooter, with bigger tires and a longer range.
![Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulb](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9G88JXPExVcB4S6UkopbK6-320-80.jpg)
Philips' new LED light bulb could cut your electric bill in half
By Mike Prospero published
The Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulb uses just 4.5 watts of energy and can last 45 years.