Hunter Fenollol
Hunter Fenollol is a Senior Editor for Tom’s Guide. He specializes in smart home gadgets and appliances. Prior to joining the team, Hunter reviewed computers, wearables, and mixed reality gear for publications that include CNN Underscored, Popular Mechanics, and Laptop Magazine. When he’s not testing out the latest cooking gadgets, you can likely find him playing a round of golf or out with friends feeding his paycheck to a QuickHit slot machine. Hunter started his career as an intern at Tom’s Guide back in 2019 while in college. He graduated from Long Island University Post with a degree in Communications and minor in Advertising. He has been vlogging ever since the iPhone 4 took front-facing cameras mainstream.
Latest articles by Hunter Fenollol
Segway Navimow i110N Robot lawnmower review: Perfectly trimmed grass without lifting a finger
By Hunter Fenollol published
Automate your yard care with this high-performance robot lawn mower that doesn’t require a perimeter wire
EufyCam S3 Pro review: AI and unmatched color night vision make this the best 4K security camera without a subscription
By Hunter Fenollol published
Eufy’s 4K captures professional-looking video and uses AI to recognize faces and stitch together events between cameras
25 best gifts under $50 — our top picks for 2024
By Hunter Fenollol, Olivia Halevy last updated
Here are the best gifts under $50 for 2024 from our team of experts. We've included products for every kind of person you have your list.
The best Roombas in 2024
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here’s our guide to the best Roombas we've tested, complete with performance and price breakdowns to help pick the right one for you.
Best robot vacuums for pet hair in 2024
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Keep your floors spotless with the best robot vacuums for picking up pet hair.
Best robot vacuums in 2024 tested and rated
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
These are the best robot vacuums we've tested with models from Roomba, Shark, Eufy, iLife and more.
Best smart thermostats in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart thermostats that will intelligently heat and cool your home and save you money.
The best smart home devices in 2024
By Mike Prospero, Hunter Fenollol last updated
The best smart home devices can raise your home's IQ, from security cameras and Wi-Fi locks to cutting edge light bulbs.
Blink vs. Ring: Video doorbells compared
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
If you're looking for the best video doorbell options on a budget, your choices come down to Blink vs. Ring. Here's how the two compare on price, video quality, and features.
Best cheap robot vacuums in 2024
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
These are the best cheap robot vacuums to clean your floors thoroughly without breaking the bank.
Black Friday just came early with the MacBook Air M2 for just $699 — and I just bought one
By Hunter Fenollol published
This MacBook Air M2 sale knocks $300 off a lightweight workstation packed with power, a gorgeous screen and features you'd expect from a four-figure laptop.
Thread versus Wi-Fi—which is best for your smart home devices?
By Hunter Fenollol published
You may have heard of Thread or Matter smart home devices. Here is a guide to what they are and how they differ from standard Wi-Fi options.
Best robot mops in 2024
By Hunter Fenollol, Katie Mortram last updated
Keep the mop and bucket in the closet. These are the best robot mops to keep your floors squeaky clean.
The best Alexa compatible devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Hunter Fenollol last updated
The best Alexa compatible devices can all be controlled just by saying "Alexa..."
iRobot's cheapest 2-in-1 Roomba gets a new auto-empty base and power boost
By Hunter Fenollol published
Roomba's Combo 2 Essential robot vacuum mops and self-empties up to 60 days of debris into its dock's built-in dust bin
My parents didn’t want anything to do with a smart home — here’s the gadgets that changed their mind
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From convenient automation to beefed-up security, there are plenty of reasons you should start a smart home
Act fast! This self-cleaning robot vacuum and mop is nearly 40% off in Amazon sale
By Hunter Fenollol published
Save nearly $300 on Roborock's Q Revo S automated bot that mops and sweeps floors with enough power and pressure to suck up specks of dirt or break down tough grime.
Roku just got a huge update that turns your TV into a smart home security center
By Hunter Fenollol published
Roku's latest update brings security notifications from your cameras to your TV, a carousel of live feeds, and web access to your Roku camera feeds.
I went hands-on with SimpliSafe's new AI outdoor monitoring service — here's how it went
By Hunter Fenollol published
SimpliSafe's new ActiveGuard outdoor protection uses generative AI to describe what it sees to live agents so that they can intervene or verify guests before they reach your home.
5 ways you can use smart home gadgets to upgrade your Halloween decor
By Hunter Fenollol published
These are the best smart home devices to customize your home and automate your Halloween decorations with routines.
Hurry! These 5 home gadgets are even cheaper than their Prime Day prices
By Hunter Fenollol published
These smart home device discounts beat this October's Prime Day prices.
Act fast! Ring's 5 best video doorbells are still on sale for Prime Day
By Hunter Fenollol published
These are some of the best video doorbell deals still available from this October's Prime Day.
Amazon Prime Day smart home sale — 21 deals I’d buy on Echo, Nest, Ring and more with up to 50% off
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From changing the mood with smart lights to securing your home with a smart lock, these are the best smart home deals from October Prime Day.
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