
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 digital photo frames in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
We've tested scores of digital photo frames to bring you what we think are the best options for you or as a gift.

I just tested this digital photo frame — and it's the one I'd give to my mom for Mother's Day
By Mike Prospero published
The Aura Aspen is one of the best digital photo frames we've tested, offering a bright display, easy setup and unlimited cloud storage.

I went hands-on with the new Polaroid Flip instant camera, and it's a real nostalgia trip
By Mike Prospero published
Not yet ratedI tried out the new Polaroid Flip instant camera, which will definitely appeal to fans, despite its price

Trump tariffs — I looked at 200 popular products on Amazon to see which ones have the biggest price hikes
By Mike Prospero published
Trump's tariffs don't go into effect until April 9, but have they already started to affect consumer prices? I looked at 200 popular products on Amazon to find out.

Microsoft 50th Anniversary Copilot Event recap — all the big AI news and announcements
By Jason England, Mike Prospero last updated
Microsoft is celebrating its 50th birthday with an anniversary Copilot Event today — follow along with us live.

I just went hands-on with the new Microsoft Copilot — 3 features that impress me most
By Mike Prospero published
I went hands-on with Copilot's newest features. Here's the three that stood out the most.

'The Accountant 2' trailer with Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal looks like an amazing sequel to my favorite guilty pleasure action thriller
By Mike Prospero published
"The Accountant 2" just released new footage with more Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal

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.

Segway just announced preorders for its new commuter scooter — here's how to get $250 off
By Mike Prospero published
Segway launched preorders for the Kickscooter F3, and for a limited time, you can get $250 off its regular price.

Best pizza ovens: Tested and rated
By Mike Prospero last updated
We tested the best pizza ovens for your backyard.

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.

Best smart smoke detectors in 2025
By Mike Prospero last updated
Smart smoke detectors connect to the internet to relay alerts to your smartphone, or automatically turn on your smart lights. Here are the best.

Google kills off Nest Protect, partners with First Alert for new smart smoke detector
By Mike Prospero published
Google is ending sales of the Nest Protect smart smoke detector, and partnering with First Alert for a new model.

I've been wearing this Garmin watch for three years — and it's 53% off now
By Mike Prospero published
Garmin's go-anywhere Epix 2 smartwatch is more than half off during the Amazon Big Spring Sale.

I used ChatGPT to help me win at Wordle — here's what happened
By Mike Prospero published
Can AI help improve your Wordle strategy? I used ChatGPT to find out.

Segway recalls 220,000 electric scooters - what to do if yours is on the list
By Mike Prospero published
Segway is recalling around 220,000 of its electric scooters that can fold accidentally while riding. Here's how to get yours fixed.

Is a $200 pepper grinder worth it? I tested the Mannkitchen Pepper Cannon for two weeks to find out.
By Mike Prospero published
Should you spend $200 on a pepper grinder? I tried one to find out.

Pebble is back with two new smartwatches starting at $149 — how to preorder
By Mike Prospero published
Six years after declaring bankruptcy, Pebble is back with two new smartwatches starting at $149

Amazon is removing this privacy feature from its Echo smart speakers on March 28 — what you need to know
By Mike Prospero published
Amazon is removing the ability to process Alexa requests locally on your Echo smart speaker, but it only affects a handful of users.

7 best Irish movies to watch for St. Patrick's Day
By Audrey Fox last updated
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Celebrate by streaming the best Irish movies

Apple HomePod 3: Everything we know so far
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here's what we've heard about Apple's rumored HomePod 3, including potential release dates, features, and more.

I just took Segway's new flagship scooter for a test ride — 3 things I liked, and 2 I didn't
By Mike Prospero published
I took the Segway eKickscooter Max G3 for a test ride — here's my first impressions.

Alexa+ — I have 4 big questions about Amazon's new AI assistant
By Mike Prospero published
Alexa+ will be coming soon — here are four big questions that will determine if it's a success or failure.
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