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
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Best universal remotes in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our favorite picks for controlling all your entertainment devices.
![Anova Sous Vide](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SUgmSNXNuVf68AsBvZUJhm-320-80.jpg)
One of the best sous vide machines is about to soak you for more money
By Mike Prospero published
Anova will start charging a subscription to use its sous vide app, but existing users will be grandfathered in.
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Best smart speakers in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart speakers put Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri in your home to answer questions, control smart home devices, play music and more.
![Best Electric Scooters for Kids](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CEUTPZ9bSGZuMtPnHGokYW-320-80.jpg)
Best electric scooters for kids in 2024: A buying guide for parents
By Mike Prospero last updated
Safety tips and buying advice for parents looking to get an electric scooter for their child.
![RayNeo Air 2s AR Glasses](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fw7UNZheSssaF9P2rxLXM4-320-80.jpg)
The RayNeo Air 2S and PocketTV could be the perfect travel companion — except for one thing
By Mike Prospero published
The RayNeo Air 2S AR glasses and the Google-powered PocketTV puts a virtual theater in front of your eyes.
![Google Pixel Watch 3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KjJYAVRm3aEbAeu5mpwNnd-320-80.jpg)
Google Pixel Watch 3 hands-on review: Finally
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Not yet ratedAt last, a bigger size
![NFL logo on TV](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FrFM6hoNuvWT7RZVWzM5VT-320-80.jpg)
Every streaming service you need to watch NFL games in 2024 — and how much it'll cost
By Mike Prospero, Malcolm McMillan last updated
The NFL is going to stream its games on three different streaming services this year; here are the services you'll need, and how much it will cost.
![Elgato Facecam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sHyQzwbqbwRCqZXFmRTM7f-320-80.jpg)
The best webcams in 2024 — tested and rated
By Dave Meikleham last updated
Here are the best webcams you can buy, based on our hands-on testing and review of the best models from Logitech, Razer and more.
![GoPro Hero12 Black being usedl.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Aa7MdjKWDSaeqasqJPMh86-320-80.jpg)
Best GoPro camera in 2024
By Mike Prospero, Peter Wolinski last updated
With several different models, which is the best GoPro camera for your needs?
![Solo stove Pi Prime](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/p6ELaMq5j2wzLd2AXK6aLW-320-80.jpg)
Best outdoor pizza ovens 2024: Tested and rated
By Mike Prospero last updated
We tested the best pizza ovens for your backyard.
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Best drones in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best drones based on design, ease of use, camera quality, durability and flight time.
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The best smart home devices in 2024
By Mike Prospero, Hunter Fenollol 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.
![Nest Cam (battery) review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KFJZuNJ3FsKQSvuUdFAjXW-320-80.jpg)
Google is using AI to make its Nest security cameras a lot smarter — here’s how
By Mike Prospero last updated
Google's smart home platform is getting a lift from Gemini AI, which will bring smarter security cameras and a more conversational Assistant. Here's what to expect.
![Fitbit Charge 6 home screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/33tac2DoxkoiQscWj6Cx27-320-80.jpg)
Fitbit Charge 6 review: a brilliant tracker, now with more Google
By Jane McGuire, Mike Prospero last updated
The Fitbit Charge 6 is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor, with a reinstated side button, access to useful Google apps, and top-tier fitness and sleep tracking.
![Google TV Streamer in front of TV](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Yjc7caA8ZNZunuBydsfQ7K-320-80.jpg)
RIP Chromecast — the new Google TV Streamer is here
By Mike Prospero last updated
Not yet ratedOur first look at Google's new streaming device, which has improved support for AI and smart home devices.
![Amazon Echo 4th gen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ukvoDUr9iUMaisXcRF5N7C-320-80.jpg)
The best smart home hubs of 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
These are the best smart home hubs and controllers based on our testing and reviews.
![Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ek2kyrb7BqbAZXepGvvVYL-320-80.jpg)
Best smart thermostats in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart thermostats that will intelligently heat and cool your home and save you money.
![Wing Freedom 2 sitting outside at park](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/y7768L6RXDhUdUcYroXHEm-320-80.jpg)
Best budget electric bikes in 2024
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.
![An electric bike in a backyard surrounded by grass](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/J4ttkeRJpQ2YjkiFBdXbcb-320-80.jpg)
The best electric bikes of 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best electric bikes for all riders and budgets based on our testing.
![smart light switches](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AQDuR8suorukBnSfwsVAf9-320-80.jpg)
Best smart light switches in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Smart switches let you control your lights with a phone or voice assistant, and can save you money by turning your lights off when you're not home.
![Segway Ninebot Kickscooter E45](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mZZtL982UzK8F4nZ6VqmU-320-80.png)
The best electric scooters in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our top picks for the best electric scooters for adults, kids and commuters.
![Real Racer car with Meta Quest 3](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YfqDzEqFQU7MYfoKEzeZ7D-320-80.jpg)
I drove a remote control car using the Meta Quest 3 — and it's the closest I'll ever get to NASCAR
By Mike Prospero published
The Real Racer R/C car is a lot more fun when paired with the Meta Quest 3.
![A person holding an iPhone 15 Pro with a Moment smartphone lens fitted](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VeEEucj8xhgBBSSRFEaEok-320-80.jpg)
The best iPhone lenses in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best iPhone lenses: Telephoto/zoom, macro and wide-angle lenses
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