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
Hurry! Amazon deal takes 45% off Echo speaker and smart light bundle
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon's latest device sale nets you a speaker, smart hub, and smart light bulb for just $64 so you can control your Alexa smart home using the app or your voice.
I tried the Navimow i110N robot lawn mower — and it might just replace your landscapers
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Segway's newest robot lawn mower is seriously capable without an eye-watering price tag.
Robot vacuums are about to become even more independent — here's 3 features I'm most excited for
By Hunter Fenollol published
The most innovative upgrades in years stand to make these cleaning bots almost fully self-sufficient
5 thing you didn't know you could do with your home security camera
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Security cameras can detect sounds or motion to trigger smart home routines
Alexa smart light colors: All 133, listed
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Alexa smart light colors come in 133 different shades and hues; here's a list of all the colors.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th gen vs Ecobee Premium: How they compare
By Hunter Fenollol published
We compare Google's newest smart thermostat head-to-head with the Ecobee Premium with a focus on design, features, and price
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.
The best Alexa speakers in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Hunter Fenollol last updated
Audio companies like Sonos have joined Amazon to offer a selection of smart speakers powered by the Alexa voice assistant. Here are the best Alexa speakers we've tested.
Buying a smart lock? Here are 5 key factors to consider
By Hunter Fenollol published
If you're buying a smart lock, it needs to meet your home's core feature and security requirements. Read on to see the five things to look for before deciding on a model.
5 things you need to know when buying a security camera
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here are the five main factors to consider when choosing a home security camera. Each impacts how you can monitor and protect your property while you're away.
These 3 smart lights will take your dorm room to the next level
By Hunter Fenollol published
Smart lights can turn your bland college dorm into a cozy space that sets the mood for all of your extracurricular activities. Here are three types of smart lights to consider.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th gen vs Nest 3rd gen: Should you upgrade?
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
We compare Google's latest smart thermostat head-to-head with its predecessor to look at the new design, features and price
7 smart home devices to take your dorm room to the next level
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here are some clever devices to make your dorm room smart. These gadgets will help you customize it to your liking and allow you to control it from anywhere.
5 mistakes you're making with your smart thermostat
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here's how to automate your home's climate control system and cut down on energy waste to save money over time.
How to turn your TV into a smart home center with Alexa, HomeKit, or Google Home
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here's how to manage your smart home devices and entertainment options directly from your TV.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) rumors: Everything you need to know about the newest smart thermostat
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here's the latest information on Google's newest smart thermostat for 2024
Your smart home devices might be overloading your Wi-Fi network — here's how to fix it
By Hunter Fenollol published
Is your smart home's network slow or dropping its connection to your devices? Here's how to improve your speeds and diagnose which devices are the culprits.
10 coolest things the Amazon Echo Show can do
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Echo Show’s camera and touch screen combine to let you do things the regular Echo can’t. Here are our favorite features.
3 reasons to get a pan-tilt home security camera and 1 reason to skip
By Hunter Fenollol published
As 360-degree security cameras become more popular are they the best way to cover your living space?
Got an outdoor smart plug? Here are 5 ways to put it to good use
By Hunter Fenollol published
Trying to figure out the best ways to use your outdoor smart plug? Here are some clever uses to help you make your yard look better and feel more comfortable.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) just leaked — here's what's new
By Hunter Fenollol published
Google is upgrading its Nest Learning Thermostat. The new model may arrive alongside an updated temperature according to new leaks.
The best Google Assistant commands in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best Google Assistant commands let you do almost anything from finding your phone to ordering pizza to translating a foreign language on the fly.
Rachio Smart Hose Timer review
By Hunter Fenollol published
Rachio's smart hose valve will keep your lawn or plants watered and let you control your hose from anywhere through the app.
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