John R. Delaney

John R. Delaney

Contributing Editor

My Experience

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print as PC Magazine). I spent more than 14 years on staff, most recently as the director of operations for PC Labs, before hitting the freelance circuit as a contributing editor. 

The Technology I Use

I do all of my writing on my aging but trusty Lenovo Thinkpad T460.

At home I have two wireless networks running: one for streaming, gaming, and other day-to-day networking tasks, and another for testing all sorts of smart home devices including smart plugs and switches, lighting, indoor and outdoor security cameras, home security systems, air conditioners, smart grills, robotic lawn mowers, pool cleaners, and whatever else finds its way to my door.

It’s not uncommon to find people standing in front of my house taking video of a robotic lawn mower traversing my lawn during the summer months. Now if only someone would come up with a robotic snow blower, I’d be all set. 

Recent Articles By John R. Delaney

    • The Best NAS (Network Attached Storage) Devices for 2026

      Network-attached storage is the most versatile way to store data, but that's just one of the many benefits of a NAS device. We've tested the top models: See which will work best for your home or small business.

      1 week, 2 days By John R. Delaney, John Burek
      The Best NAS (Network Attached Storage) Devices for 2026 (Roundup Network Attached Storage)
    • The Best Robot Pool Cleaners for 2026

      Keeping your pool clean and safe for swimming can be time-consuming. We've tested the top robot pool cleaners so you can simply kick back and enjoy the water.

      1 week, 3 days By John R. Delaney
      The Best Robot Pool Cleaners for 2026 (Roundup CES)
    • The Best Smart Locks for 2026

      Forget keys. The top smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who can access your home and when.

      1 week, 3 days By John R. Delaney, Angela Moscaritolo
      The Best Smart Locks for 2026 (Roundup Apple WWDC)
    • The Best Wi-Fi Routers for 2026

      These days, your wireless router is not just your lifeline to the internet, but also to your job. We've hand-tested the top routers so you can find the right fit to build a snappy home Wi-Fi network.

      2 weeks, 1 day By John R. Delaney, Tom Brant
      The Best Wi-Fi Routers for 2026 (Roundup Wireless Routers)
    • The Best Wi-Fi Mesh Network Systems for 2026

      Working from home by day, gaming and streaming by night? Defeating Wi-Fi dead zones is more important than ever. A mesh network system blankets your home with uninterrupted wireless coverage. These are the best mesh routers we've tested.

      3 weeks, 6 days By John R. Delaney
      The Best Wi-Fi Mesh Network Systems for 2026 (Roundup Wi-Fi Mesh Networking Systems)
    • The Best Wi-Fi Range Extenders for 2026

      Ready to beef up your Wi-Fi network? A wireless range extender is a less expensive alternative to a new router. (Some can even turn your router setup into a mesh system.) Here are the top performers from our testing.

      3 weeks, 6 days By John R. Delaney, Tom Brant
      The Best Wi-Fi Range Extenders for 2026 (Roundup Samsung Unpacked)
    • The Best Smart Home Security Systems for 2026

      Looking for an alarm system to make you feel more secure? We've tested all the top professional and DIY home security systems to help you decide which is right to protect your family and property.

      1 month By John R. Delaney, Alex Colon
      The Best Smart Home Security Systems for 2026 (Roundup Home Security)
    • The Best Gaming Routers for 2026

      Have a household full of digital devices—and online gamers? Your network needs a router that's ready-made to give gaming traffic the right of way. Check out the best we've tested.

      1 month, 1 week By John R. Delaney
      The Best Gaming Routers for 2026 (Roundup Wireless Routers)
    • Ring Alarm Pro
      4.0 Excellent Editors' Choice

      1 month, 1 week By John R. Delaney
      Ring Alarm Pro (Review Ring Alarm Pro)
    • The Best Robot Lawn Mowers for 2026

      The top robot lawn mowers we've tested will free you from pushing a noisy, gas-powered machine around the yard every weekend.

      1 month, 1 week By John R. Delaney
      The Best Robot Lawn Mowers for 2026 (Roundup Black Hat)