Thomas Sibilly

Product Review Specialist

As with many in his generation, Thomas Sibilly’s first Apple device was a hand-me-down second-generation iPod Touch. Growing up deeply embedded in Apple’s modern ecosystem stoked his love for technology, leading him to review for AppleInsider since 2022.

Thomas is majoring in computer science. In his spare time he enjoys reading and meditation.

Latest Articles from Thomas Sibilly

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Dockcase Explorer Edition Smart USB-C Hub Review: Streamlined and informative

The Dockcase Explorer Edition Smart USB-C Hub is an efficient 6-in-1 hub that features a handy LCD readout.

Thomas Sibilly | 11 months ago

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Proscenic L40 Smart lock review: Versatile but complex home security choice

The Proscenic L40 is a versatile smart lock that gives many options to the security-conscious, but arguably too many for the average homeowner.

Thomas Sibilly | 11 months ago

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70mai Dash Cam Omni Review: Useful A.I. car safety, but a challenging install

The 70mai Dash Cam Omni is a 360-degree dash camera with various AI and smart features, helping you drive without worrying — but the installation can be a pain.

Thomas Sibilly | 11 months ago

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Lululook 360 Rotating Foldable Laptop Stand review: Solid and sleek MacBook support

Lululook's 360 Rotating Foldable Laptop Stand is a pricey yet convenient laptop stand for a variety of setups and uses.

Thomas Sibilly | 11 months ago

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Harber London MacBook Sleeve review: Handcrafted and pricey protection

The Harber London Zippered Sleeve is a secure and comfortable MacBook sleeve for those with a taste for handcrafted goods.

Thomas Sibilly | 11 months ago

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Harber London Classic Rucksack review: functional luxury at a steep price

The Harber London Classic Rucksack serves as a luxury-brand backpack geared toward day trips, commutes, and more.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Lock Socket Review: Effective charger loss prevention

Lock Socket is a convenient and durable solution to lock down your expensive Apple charger, and keep the source of power for your iPhone and iPad secure.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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BodyGuardz iPhone Camera Protector review: Strong & stylish

The BodyGuardz iPhone 14 Camera Protector is an affordable and stylish way to protect your iPhone's camera.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Keyport Pivot 2.0 & Popl Review: Streamlining everyday carry

Keyport's Pivot 2.0 is a great way to build your own keychain multi-tool, and its new collaboration with Popl gives a small yet useful e-business card.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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UAG Standard Issue Backpack review: Rugged, roomy, bad zippers

The UAG Standard Issue backpack offers great protection and storage for your tech and gear, but be wary of the side-pocket zippers that may break easily.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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tinyRigs Leather oriGrid review: Organize while mobile

The oriGrid by tinyRigs is a versatile and portable organizer designed to accommodate the Magic Keyboard and iPad, providing a multi-functional solution for on-the-go productivity.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Adonit Star review: Effective and elegant Apple Pencil replacement

The Adonit Star is a stylus made for iPad fashioned after a fountain pen, giving a classic feel to your tablet experience.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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PhoneSuit Elite Mag Review: Ergonomic and efficient battery

The PhoneSuit Elite Mag is a thin and fast-charging MagSafe power bank for half the price of Apple's original MagSafe battery, that does the job well.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Audio Technica ATH-M50x Review: Still great in 2023

The Audio Technica ATH-M50x is a now-classic, well-performing set of over-the-ear, studio-wired headphones that come in under $200.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Holokit X Review: Still-developing stereoscopic AR

The Holokit X is representative of what AR on iPhone can be, but its status as an ongoing project limits user experience.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Twelve South BookBook for MacBook Review: Fun and Functional

Twelve South's BookBook for MacBook is a simple and durable leather laptop case that visually impresses with a leather-bound book appearance.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Cherry KW 9100 Slim review: Too-generic wireless keyboard

The Cherry KW 9100 Slim is a full-sized Bluetooth Mac keyboard that claims to be a low-budget alternative to a Magic Keyboard.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Powerup 4.0 Paper Airplane Review: Level up your hobby plane

The Powerup 4.0 is a versatile Bluetooth-controlled motor and propeller combination that can bring any DIY paper airplane to the next level.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Duex Max Review: Productivity on the go

Mobilepixels' Duex Max is a great mobile investment for on-the-go workers or for those who require two monitors in their laptop setups.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Keychron S1 review: Minimal, mechanical, modern

The Keychron S1 is a low-key mechanical keyboard alternative for those starting out in the field of enthusiast-level peripherals.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Otterbox Terrus Apple Watch Band review: Casual and reliable

The Otterbox Terrus Apple Watch Band is a simple and hardy silicon band that works great for casual use.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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ySky Auto Phone Lockbox Review: Decent procrastination counter-measure

The ySky Auto Phone Lockbox is a timer-based lockbox for your iPhone that delivers on its simple promise.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Bezalel Prelude XS & XR Review: Giant MagSafe battery & charger system

The Prelude X series is a two-unit combo that tries to solve the problem of managing wires when it comes to charging your iPhone.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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Dockcase Explorer Edition Pro review: convenient and steady

The Dockcase Explorer Edition: M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure Pro is a sleek and smart SSD enclosure with enough speed, with an added bit of data protection that most enclosures don't have.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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WalleyGrip2 Review: MagSafe smart wallet with promise for the future

Infinacore's WalleyGrip2 is an interesting take on a MagSafe smart wallet experience for an iPhone, but today, the sum of its parts don't make a better product than the pieces individually.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

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