Mike Prospero
Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide. He oversees all evergreen content and oversees the Homes, Smart Home, and Fitness/Wearables categories for the site. In his spare time, he also tests out the latest drones, electric scooters, and smart home gadgets, such as video doorbells. Before his tenure at Tom's Guide, he was the Reviews Editor for Laptop Magazine, a reporter at Fast Company, the Times of Trenton, and, many eons back, an intern at George magazine. He received his undergraduate degree from Boston College, where he worked on the campus newspaper The Heights, and then attended the Columbia University school of Journalism. When he’s not testing out the latest running watch, electric scooter, or skiing or training for a marathon, he’s probably using the latest sous vide machine, smoker, or pizza oven, to the delight — or chagrin — of his family.
Latest articles by Mike Prospero
The best smart home devices in 2025
By Mike Prospero 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.
Best DIY home security systems
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best self-installed, or DIY home security systems include motion and entry sensors, a loud siren and professional monitoring, all for a reasonable monthly fee.
The best smart locks in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
These are the best smart locks based on installation, security, features, and smart home compatibility.
The best smart displays in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart displays, from Echo Show devices with Alexa to the Google Nest Hub speakers with Google Assistant.
Wyze's new security camera subscription uses AI to compete with Ring
By Mike Prospero published
Wyze's new AI features will let you search more easily for events on your security camera footage, and will give you more detailed information when something is happening.
The best electric scooters in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.
Best home security cameras in 2025: Top wireless, indoor and outdoor models
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best home security cameras that allow you to watch the inside and outside of your home from anywhere.
I took the Segway Xyber ebike for a test ride, and I’ve never had so much fun
By Mike Prospero published
I test-rode the wickedly fun Segway Xyber, the company's new ebike that's coming out this year for $2,999.
Segway Kickscooter ZT3 Pro: On and offroad fun
By Mike Prospero published
If you’re looking for a reasonably priced scooter that’s as capable offroad as it is on the streets, the Segway ZT3 should be on your short list.
The 7 best robot vacuums of CES 2025
By Mike Prospero published
Here's a look at most innovative robot vacuums we saw at CES 2025. Our favorites can pick up your stuff, climb stairs, and even clean the air.
I want to remodel my front door after seeing Lockly's Styla smart lock
By Mike Prospero published
I went hands-on with the Lockly Styla, one of the nicest smart locks I've ever seen.
Best budget electric bikes in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
We tested a number of electric bikes under $1,500 to find those that delivered the best value for the price.
I just tried Gemini AI on Google TV and you may never use your remote again
By Mike Prospero published
Google is bringing Gemini AI to Google TV devices. I got an early look at how it will work.
Now this is smart: Eufy's new robot vacuum has a built-in handheld vac
By Mike Prospero published
The Eufy E20 can convert from a robot vacuum to a handheld vacuum to reach all areas in your house.
Bird Buddy has a new camera that can identify bees and butterflies
By Mike Prospero published
The Petal outdoor camera can identify all sort of species of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Ecobee challenges Nest with ultra-affordable smart thermostat
By Mike Prospero published
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential delivers nearly all the savings of its Premium model but at half the price.
Ring and Kidde partnering to launch a new smart smoke detector
By Mike Prospero published
Ring and Kidde are partnering to launch a new smart smoke detector and professional monitoring service.
Ring's security cameras are getting a huge free upgrade — what you need to know
By Mike Prospero published
Two of Ring's top-end outdoor security cameras are getting a boost in their resolution to 2K.
This new robot vacuum has a robotic arm that can pick up your socks
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Roborock Saros Z70 has a robotic arm that can pick up socks and shoes and put them away for you.
This modular robot at CES 2025 is like a Transformer — it vacuums, purifiers the air and even guards your home
By Mike Prospero published
The SwitchBot K20+ Pro has a number of modular attachments that let it perform a variety of tasks in your home, from vacuuming to guarding your house.
Every streaming service you need to watch the remaining NFL games this season — and how much it'll cost
By Malcolm McMillan last updated
The NFL is going to stream its games on many different streaming services this year; here are the services you'll need, and how much it will cost.
15 top new movies and shows to stream in January 2025 on Netflix, Apple TV+, Max and more
By Kelly Woo last updated
What's streaming this month
The 10 toughest NYT Connections of 2024
By Mike Prospero published
These were the 10 most difficult NYT Connections of 2024.
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