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

5 smart home gadgets to stay toasty and save energy this winter
By Hunter Fenollol published
Take greater control of your home and monitor its status in real-time to keep it running well this winter

Ring will no longer let police ask for your security camera videos
By Hunter Fenollol published
Ring's latest update removes the Request for Assistance (RFA) tool that allowed agencies to ask Ring owners for event video.

Philips Hue launches new indoor and outdoor lighting and a pricey floodlight camera
By Hunter Fenollol published
Philips Hue is releasing new smart home devices such as its Dymera smart light and Secure floodlight camera in 2024.

Google just gave me 17 more reasons why I’m sticking with Alexa
By Hunter Fenollol published
Google's smart assistant will be losing functions as useful as using your voice to send an email within the next few weeks

Twinkly's smart light curtain is my favorite smart home gadget of CES 2024
By Hunter Fenollol published
Add a custom light show or mirror your computer screen to any wall

7 best smart home gadgets of CES 2024
By Hunter Fenollol published
These new smart home devices are equipped with the latest features like onboard AI and Matter protocol support to streamline your everyday routines.

Forget keypads — this smart lock can unlock your door by scanning your face
By Hunter Fenollol published
Lockly announced its new Visage smart lock and Matter Link Hub for controlling its older devices across the most popular smart home platforms at CES 2024.

7 best robot vacuums of CES 2024
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
These new robot vacuums are loaded with the latest features like AI object recognition and robotic arms. Here are the smart floor cleaners you need to see heading into 2024.

Samsung just perfected the way you access your smart home devices at CES 2024 — and Apple, Google, and Amazon needs to copy it
By Hunter Fenollol published
Samsung's SmartThings platform now lets you create an interactive floor plan for your home. You can drag and drop your smart home devices to place them and control them with a tap.

Samsung unveils 2024 Bespoke Family Hub Refrigerator with Vision AI — here’s what it can do
By Hunter Fenollol published
Samsung’s new smart fridge uses AI to keep track of your ingredients and helps you use them efficiently.

LG’s new AI washer-dryer combo can wash and dry your clothes in under 2 hours
By Hunter Fenollol published
LG’s new washer-dryer uses AI and ventless technology to save you space and time spent doing laundry.

15 best Alexa widgets to use on your Amazon Echo Show
By Hunter Fenollol published
Here are the 15 best Amazon Alexa widgets to use with your Amazon Echo smart display.

5 reasons why I'm switching to a dual-basket air fryer
By Hunter Fenollol published
Dual-basket air fryers have two separate zones so you can cook different foods such as proteins and sides simultaneously. You can adjust the individual time and temperature settings per basket.

This $25 gadget turns all of your old IR remote-controlled devices smart
By Hunter Fenollol published
I'm using this cheap $25 device to control my older IR remote-controlled electronics from my smart home setup

5 advanced ways to use your smart light bulbs
By Hunter Fenollol published
Wake up to a natural sunrise, sync up your lights with sporting events, or have your lighting change colors to alert you

5 things I wish I’d known before buying a smart speaker
By Hunter Fenollol published
Smart speakers add music and a helpful AI-powered smart assistant to any room in your home. Here's what to consider before buying one.

This is my favorite gadget of 2023 — and it's the perfect gift for grilling fans
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
I use the Meater 2 Plus to cook smarter, not harder with live temperature monitoring and doneness notifications

This smart plug automates your home for the holidays — and it's just $22 right now
By Hunter Fenollol published
Smart plugs make it easy to automate your existing appliances. These tips can help you save time, reduce energy usage, and streamline your holiday routine.

5 easy ways to make your old washer and dryer smart
By Hunter Fenollol published
These cheap sensors are an easy and quick way to keep tabs on the status of your laundry.

Amazon Map View is a game-changer for your smart home — here’s how it works
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Use your phone's camera to scan your home and create an interactive floorplan that's easy to navigate and control devices

These smart lights remove the worst part about decorating for the holidays
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lighting Pro kit saves you the trouble of having to install holiday lights year after year. But these smart lights are appealing in other ways, too.

Ikea's new budget smart home sensors monitor your home for under $10 each
By Hunter Fenollol published
Ikea’s budget smart home sensors are less than $10 each and make monitoring your home even more accessible. They will roll out in separate launches starting from January 2024.

Act fast! My favorite Wi-Fi water sensors hit their all-time lowest price for Cyber Monday
By Hunter Fenollol published
Right now, you can save over $25 on Amazon's best-selling water alarm and detection system.

Hurry before it’s gone! One of our favorite coffee makers fell to its all-time lowest price for Cyber Monday
By Hunter Fenollol published
Brew rich, industry-standard coffee with the Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select

Our editors love the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 — it just fell to its lowest price for Black Friday
By Hunter Fenollol published
Right now, you can get $100 off the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2. As someone who uses it on a daily basis, I can safely say this may just be the best security camera deal of Black Friday.
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