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

A smart thermostat could be your secret weapon to falling asleep fast — here’s why
By Hunter Fenollol published
Automated climate controls keep you comfortable and promote rest

Bird Buddy’s new Smart Hummingbird Feeder lets you watch even more of your feathered friends
By Hunter Fenollol published
Bird Buddy is expanding its lineup with a Smart Hummingbird Feeder designed specifically to attract and catalog over 360 hummingbird species.

Ring Battery Doorbell Pro review: The video doorbell I’ve been waiting for
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a new wireless video doorbell equipped with radar technology to accurately detect motion and distance from the camera.

Roomba J9+ review
By Hunter Fenollol published
This powerful 2-in-1 mops and vacuums at the same time with a retractable mop that folds up to protect your carpets.

Wyze security breach — 3 ways to protect your smart home now
By Hunter Fenollol published
Security cameras monitor your smart home's most vulnerable rooms. Here are ways to keep your video feeds away from prying eyes.

Amazon Echo Hub vs. Echo Show 8: Which smart display is best for you?
By Hunter Fenollol published
If you're looking for the best Alexa smart display to add to your home, you may be deciding between the Echo Hub vs. the Echo Show 8. Here's how the two compare on price, versatility, and features.

Arlo Video Doorbell 2K review: Twice as nice
By Hunter Fenollol published
Twice as many pixels and a built-in battery makes this camera even better the second time around.

3 ways your smart home could benefit from a presence sensor
By Hunter Fenollol published
This sensor constantly tracks your position in a room so you can create smart home automations based on where you sit or stand

Wyze Cam v3 crashes below $20 in Amazon deal
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Wyze Cam v3 is a steal at just $20. It's easy to place anywhere near a power outlet and supports local video storage so you don't have to pay a monthly fee.

Ninja Foodi DualZone Air Fryer review: The DualZone divider makes a difference
By Hunter Fenollol published
Save on counter space and time spent cooking with this all-in-one air fryer.

Security camera subscription plan prices keep rising — these 5 cameras don't need them
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
With Arlo and Ring increasing their entry-level subscriptions, here are security cameras and video doorbells that store video without requiring a monthly fee

Don't wait! Amazon is taking 45% off its premium Echo devices with deals from $54
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon is offering up to 45% off of its most popular Echo hardware so you can build up your smart home without breaking the bank.

Amazon Echo Hub review: A great Alexa smart home controller
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Amazon Echo Hub is a hub that connects and puts all of your smart home devices at your fingertips.

Blink's video doorbell just crashed to $44 — and it doesn't require a subscription
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Blink Video Doorbell system is a steal at just $44. It's battery-powered and supports local video storage so you don't have to pay a monthly fee.

Stay warm! Govee's smart space heater is 50% off at Amazon right now
By Hunter Fenollol published
The 1500W GoveeLife smart space heater is on sale for just $25 and cheaper than its Black Friday price. Here are the features that make it a hot deal for any home.

Can Amazon Alexa call 911? How to use Alexa in emergencies
By Hunter Fenollol published
Any Amazon Echo device connected to the internet can be used to request help from an emergency contact or through Amazon's Emergency Assistant subscription service.

Ring’s camera subscription plan just got a price hike — how much more you’ll pay
By Hunter Fenollol published
Ring just raised its subscription price for a single video doorbell or security camera plan for the second year in a row.

Shark IQ robot vacuum review — map out and clean your smart home for under $400
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Set and forget this robot vacuum for up to a month with scheduled cleanings and a self-emptying dustbin

Score big with these 5 kitchen gadget deals to host an epic Super Bowl party
By Hunter Fenollol published
Skip the takeout — these appliances create restaurant-quality food at home

Ring's new Battery Doorbell Pro cuts the cord, keeps advanced radar features
By Hunter Fenollol published
Ring's newest video doorbell brings its top-tier security features to any entryway thanks to the versatility of its built-in battery.

Get 4 AirTags for just $20 each on Amazon right now
By Hunter Fenollol published
Apple AirTags don't see discounts often, so stock up on this 4-pack so that you can see your items on a map and track them down to the inch.

Supercharge your Super Bowl party with these 7 smart home gadgets
By Hunter Fenollol published
These are the best smart home devices to streamline your Super Bowl party. From smart lights to robot vacuums, here are some ways to run your event almost effortlessly.

Arlo just raised the price of its Secure camera subscription service — again
By Hunter Fenollol published
Arlo's security cameras and video doorbells capture sharp video and quickly detect activity but many of their best features are locked behind a paywall that keeps increasing.
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