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
I’m canceling Paramount Plus for these 3 streaming services instead
By Mike Prospero published
Paramount Plus may have some big revivals coming up, but our editor in chief is tuning out for now.
Apple HomeKit users can finally use the Nest Thermostat — but there's a catch
By Mike Prospero published
Thanks to the Matter smart home standard, you can now use the Nest Thermostat with Apple HomeKit.
Apple HomePod 2 review: A stellar but pricey sequel
By Mike Prospero last updated
Apple’s second-generation HomePod sounds just as great as the original, and has a few more smart home improvements.
Apple HomePod mini review
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Apple HomePod mini delivers great audio for its size.
The one thing you should look for when buying an electric scooter or electric bike
By Mike Prospero published
When buying an electric scooter or e-bike, make sure its battery has been certified by a testing agency.
Under Armour Charged Gemini review
By Mike Prospero published
A review of the Under Armour Charged Gemini running shoe - a decent, affordable everyday running shoe.
Samsung accidentally deletes SmartThings accounts — what to do if you're affected
By Mike Prospero published
If your SmartThings hub has disappeared from your account, this is why.
Forget Mandalorian — The Bad Batch is the best Star Wars show you’re not watching
By Mike Prospero last updated
The Bad Batch answers some big questions in the Star Wars universe, but is a great story on its own.
15 best detective shows on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more
By Kelly Woo published
The best detective shows to stream include Sherlock, Columbo, Veronica Mars, Poker Face and more
How to add music to your Garmin watch
By Mike Prospero published
You can download music from Spotify, Amazon, Deezer and your computer to your Garmin watch. Here's how to do it.
This smart garage door opener is vulnerable to attack — disconnect yours now
By Mike Prospero published
A security researcher found a serious flaw in Nexx garage door openers and smart plugs that lets anyone open them from anywhere.
What is Amazon Sidewalk, and how to opt out
By Mike Prospero last updated
Everything you need to know about Amazon Sidewalk: How it works, what it works with, and how to turn it off
Amazon’s Sidewalk developer kit just revealed how many of my neighbors use Ring and Alexa
By Mike Prospero published
Amazon wants developers to start making products that work with its Sidewalk network, so it's revealing just how big it is.
Sonos Era 300 — 3 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip
By Mike Prospero published
The Sonos Era 300 can play Dolby Atmos and sounds amazing. But that doesn't mean it's for everyone.
Sonos Era 100 vs. Apple HomePod 2
By Mike Prospero published
We pit the Sonos Era 100 vs the Apple HomePod Gen 2 in a five-round competition to see which is the best.
Sonos Era 300 review
By Mike Prospero published
The Sonos Era 300 sports an innovative design and supports spatial audio, bringing this smart speaker to a new level.
Fitbit Sense vs. Fitbit Versa 3: Which smartwatch is best for you?
By Mike Prospero last updated
Fitbit Sense vs. Fitbit Versa 3: Which smartwatch should you buy?
5 things I learned when I ran 20 miles in Under Armour's $250 carbon fiber super shoes
By Mike Prospero published
I ran with Under Armour's Flow Velociti Elite running shoes; here's what I found.
2 million Cosori air fryers recalled — model list and how to get a free replacement
By Mike Prospero last updated
Cosori has recalled 2 million of its air fryers due to a potential fire hazard
Ring Battery Plus Doorbell boasts head-to-toe video and package detection
By Mike Prospero last updated
The new Ring Battery Plus has a wider field of view and package detection
Sonos Era 100 vs. Sonos One
By Mike Prospero published
The differences between the Sonos Era 100 and the Sonos One smart speakers
I just discovered this underrated Chrome feature — and it’s a game changer
By Mike Prospero published
Three years after it was introduced, I finally discovered group tabs in Chrome and it's a game changer.
I used Hasbro’s 3D printing app to make myself into an action figure — there’s just one problem
By Mike Prospero published
I tried Hasbro's Selfie Series, which lets you put your head onto a real action figure.
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