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
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.
My favorite smart home security camera is just $25 in Amazon's latest sale
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Wyze Cam v4 works both indoors and outside day or night and supports local storage so you don't need a subscription
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.
Start a smart apartment for cheap with these 7 Amazon deals from $7
By Hunter Fenollol published
Save big on some of the best smart home devices you can easily install and remove in minutes
5 reasons your home needs a dehumidifier this summer
By Hunter Fenollol published
Dehumidifiers remove extra moisture from your living space to keep it cool and comfortable during the summer.
TP-Link's Wi-Fi 6 mesh system is just $170 in epic Amazon sale
By Hunter Fenollol published
Increase your network's range and device bandwidth with this powerful whole-home network
How my smart speaker helps me keep my room cool in the summer
By Hunter Fenollol published
You can automate keeping your home cool without a smart thermostat. Here's how using an affordable smart temperature sensor and smart plug for your outlet-powered air conditioner.
These are the 3 best home security cameras you can use without a subscription
By Hunter Fenollol published
These budget cameras come loaded with premium features like AI detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication for less than $100.
Alexa's new Plant Whisperer skill can help your household greenery thrive
By Hunter Fenollol published
Alexa is expanding its home capabilities. The new Alexa Plant Whisperer skill can remind you to water plants and adjust your smart lighting and thermostat to optimize their climate.
Arlo Essential Outdoor Cam XL review: Massive battery life and sharp 2K color night vision come at a cost
By Hunter Fenollol published
Arlo’s Essential Outdoor XL (2nd Gen) 2K camera has enough stand-out features that make it worth buying in an age of subscription-free options from Eufy and Tapo.
Buying an extension cord? These are the 3 things you should consider
By Hunter Fenollol published
Buying the wrong extension cord could be inconvenient or potentially dangerous. Here are the three things to look for when buying an extension cord to ensure it will function properly.
Huge Amazon smart home sale — 9 deals I recommend starting from $23
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Level up your living space with Amazon's latest smart home device sale. Save big on everything from smart speakers to smart lights that work with Alexa, Apple, Google, and Matter platforms.
Yale Approach Smart Lock review: A great retrofit smart lock
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Yale Approach Smart Lock is one of the best conversion locks for most people, but you'll need to set up the extra included pieces like the Wi-Fi bridge to make the most of it.
DeWalt's battery-powered pressure washer is my favorite cleaning tool
By Hunter Fenollol published
While not as powerful as corded models, DeWalt's battery-powered pressure washer is way more portable and still retained enough power to give my stuff a deep clean.
5 appliances you should never plug into an extension cord
By Hunter Fenollol published
These high power-drawing gadgets can get damaged or even burn
Amazon has a huge devices sale — here's 11 deals I'd buy from $19
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Amazon's latest sale heavily discounts the best Alexa smart home devices from smart speakers to smart plugs.
Matter 1.3 smart home update adds everything from EV Chargers to laundry dryers
By Hunter Fenollol published
Matter 1.3 adds more smart home device types from all different manufacturers to thrive in a singular ecosystem. Here's how it'll impact your internet-connected house.
Smart plugs are great — except for this one thing
By Hunter Fenollol published
These simple on/off switches for outlet-powered gadgets are too basic to help devices pick up from where they left off
Upgrade your bedroom with smart home gadgets — here's how to do it for under $100
By Hunter Fenollol published
Elevate your bedroom living space with smart lights, plugs, and sensors for comfort and convenience. Here's how I did it for under $100.
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