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
These 5 smart home devices keep tabs on your house while you're on vacation
By Hunter Fenollol published
Control your home and monitor it 24/7 while you're away
I test robot vacs for a living and these are the ones I'd buy on Prime Day
By Hunter Fenollol published
Robot vacuums from Roomba to Roborock are steeply discounted for Prime Day, making now the best time to pick one up and complete your smart home.
My favorite Prime Day purchase was this fast charger for just $29
By Hunter Fenollol published
These compact power adapters charge multiple devices at their max speeds to save space and reduce charging times
Massive Prime Day sale on Amazon devices — 31 sales I’d buy right now
By Hunter Fenollol published
Prime Day is here, and there are hundreds of deals across all of Amazon's devices. Here are the best discounts recommended by our senior editor for smart home gear.
These are the 7 best Prime Day deals on home security cameras
By Hunter Fenollol published
These cameras add AI detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication throughout your home and yard.
I test smart home devices for a living—Prime Day just put 7 of my favorite gadgets on sale
By Hunter Fenollol published
Smart home devices from Amazon, Shark, and TP-Link are seeing major price cuts, making now the best time to buy some and upgrade your living space.
You can't buy the Echo Dot with Clock on Amazon — and that's a big mistake
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon's Echo Dot with Clock packs a ton of functionality into an affordable smart speaker. Despite being a popular gadget, it's currently unavailable for sale on Amazon.
Echo Spot vs Echo Dot: Which Amazon smart speaker wins?
By Hunter Fenollol published
I tested two of the best Alexa smart speakers under $100 head-to-head comparing price, features, and more.
What’s the matter with Matter? After 2 years, this promising smart home protocol has stalled
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Matter protocol has been out for more than two years, so why hasn't it been adopted more broadly by now?
Amazon Echo Spot review: Smart speaker leveled up
By Hunter Fenollol published
A mix of a smart speaker with the convenient touch control features of a smart display, the revamped Amazon Echo Spot is a useful bed or deskside companion.
This $40 accessory turned my Amazon Echo Dot into a budget portable smart speaker
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Mission's affordable battery base creates a wireless smart speaker experience so that you can use your Echo Dot in every room or backyard.
Amazon brings back its Echo Spot smart alarm clock with a new design
By Hunter Fenollol published
Alexa is expanding its smart home capabilities to the bedroom. The new Echo Spot is a distraction-free smart speaker that displays only important information like the time and weather.
Last chance! 5 security cameras under $50 in Amazon's 4th of July sale — no subscription required
By Hunter Fenollol published
Add AI object detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication to your home without breaking the bank.
3 things to consider before buying a grill
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here's what to look for when buying your new grill.
SmartThings update brings new shared routines, energy-saving features and Matter 1.2 support
By Hunter Fenollol published
Samsung is expanding its smart home capabilities. The new July 2024 SmartThings update adds more devices and controls alongside an improved hub management system.
LG's accessible ComfortKit is a win for everyone
By Hunter Fenollol published
LG's ComfortKit attachments make it easier for those with mobility issues to operate the company's appliances
The best cheap smart home devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best cheap smart home devices will raise your home’s IQ without breaking the bank.
I just saw the tiny smart home of the future
By Hunter Fenollol published
LG's smart cottage uses a mix of sensors and AI to create a tiny home with enough smarts to anticipate your needs.
This AI grill created a custom recipe and cooked my dinner for me
By Hunter Fenollol published
Brisk It's Origin grill and smoker generates recipes and streamlines cooking steps to free up more of your time
Tapo vs Wyze: Which budget security camera wins?
By Hunter Fenollol published
I tested two of the best home security cameras under $40 head-to-head comparing price, features, and more.
The Droyd Fury Electric ATV could be my favorite kids toy of the summer
By Hunter Fenollol published
This awesome electric ATV let my 9-year-old sister do some real offroading.
Tapo C120 hybrid camera review: A 2K security camera for less than $40 and no subscription costs
By Hunter Fenollol published
Tapo’s powerful 2K camera has a wide field of view and color night vision that gives Wyze a run for its money.
I just tried a robot lawnmower for the first time — here's how it went
By Hunter Fenollol published
While not as powerful as traditional mowers, battery-powered robot lawn mowers are a reliable autonomous way to maintain a freshly trimmed lawn without lifting a finger.
Crime Boss: Rockay City was considered one of the worst games ever — but it's my favorite game this generation
By Hunter Fenollol published
I downloaded Crime Boss Rockay City ironically and it ended up reigniting my love for video games. Read on to see why this is such a refreshing FPS complete with strategy and stealth gameplay.
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