Chris Wedel
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Amazon Fire TV Omni review: 65 inches of Alexa checks a lot of boxes
By Chris Wedel last updated
Value TV Instead of being a footnote on other TV brands' devices, Amazon is putting its name front and center on these TVs.
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Amazon Echo Show 15 review: Alexa looks good on the big screen
By Chris Wedel last updated
Big Show Just like with smartphones, smart displays are getting bigger each year. The new Amazon Echo Show 15 makes good use of its size in many ways with only a couple of missteps.
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Amazon Echo Show 15 vs. Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen): Mini TV or rotating display?
By Chris Wedel last updated
10 or 15? The two biggest, priciest, and fanciest Echo smart displays have similar prices and features, so which is better?
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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids (11th Gen) review: Making reading cool again
By Chris Wedel last updated
Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite Kids combines the excellent Amazon Kids+ library of books with the fantastic E-Ink display technology for the ideal device for young readers.
![Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2022) Disney Princess](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AQRtU9r6HFcJEqrBdn8Bvn-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids vs. Fire HD 8 Kids tablet: Which should you buy?
By Chris Wedel, Christine Persaud last updated
10 vs. 8 The top kid-focused tablets from Amazon go head-to-head—and it's a tight race.
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Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet review: the crown for budget kids tablets isn't going anywhere
By Chris Wedel last updated
For kids The Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet is still the budget choice, but not by much.
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Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro (2022) review: The perfect tablet for kids ready for big kid status
By Chris Wedel last updated
Kids Pro The perfect tablet size for most kids is now more powerful and more fun!
![Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd gen) smart home controls](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6KzyBwe8HFHEdJoaCgXXFa-320-80.jpg)
Amazon Echo Show 5 vs. 8: Which should you buy?
By Jeramy Johnson, Chris Wedel last updated
show me the way These mini-sized smart screens pack a mighty punch, but which size is better for your home? Let's look at what makes these Echo Show devices so special and help you choose a favorite.
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Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids vs. Fire 7 Kids: Which tablet for your kid?
By Chris Wedel last updated
PLAY TIME Amazon's Fire HD 8 Kids and Fire 7 Kids are both great tablet options for kids. Let's look at what makes one a better buy over the other.
![Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet on a couch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JZBwBXJnHJXzD5cAMnmbGL-320-80.jpg)
Best Amazon Fire HD 8 & 8 Plus cases 2024
By Rebecca Spear, Chris Wedel last updated
Keep your Fire HD 8 or 8 Plus safe with these awesome cases.
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Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids vs. Kids Pro: What's the difference and which should you buy?
By Chris Wedel last updated
kid-proof Getting the right one depends on a couple of key factors, and once that is sorted out — you'll have a great tablet for your child.
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Best lights that support Google Assistant 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Smart lights are essential for any smart home — especially ones that work with the Google Assistant. Need some help deciding what to buy? We're here to help!
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Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th gen, 2022) review: Can't judge a smart speaker by its cover
By Chris Wedel last updated
Doing more with less...space.
![Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8SRXL4Vb2wgiArKrQN6HPH-320-80.jpg)
Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera review: You'll see it all day or night, but you'll also be paying for every bit of it.
By Chris Wedel last updated
It's an excellent outdoor security camera that's hamstrung by subscription requirements.
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How to sync your fitness band or smartwatch to Google Fit
By Chris Wedel last updated
You can connect a variety of smartwatches and wearables to Google Fit. Here's how to get your workouts synced to your Google account.
![Wearing the Google Pixel Watch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JCXbpCgaqgQv7WuWaVyanM-320-80.jpg)
How to reboot or factory reset a Wear OS watch
By Derrek Lee, Chris Wedel last updated
A nice refresh is always good for your devices.
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How to secure your Google account with Privacy Checkup
By Chris Wedel last updated
Google has tools put in place to help its users to understand and manage that data — one such tool is the Privacy Checkup.
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Angel Watch Series R kids smartwatch review: Ambition comes to fruition
By Chris Wedel published
The Angel Watch Series R provides the most features at a great price.
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Kasa Smart Video Doorbell Review: An impressive value that keeps getting better
By Chris Wedel published
The Kasa Smart Video Doorbell brings a lot to the table that even some more expensive options lack at a very affordable price.
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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs. S20 Ultra: A super phone throwdown
By Chris Wedel published
The OG Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra goes up against the might of the S22 Ultra in this showdown.
![Microsoft LXM 00001 Keyboard Lifestyle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VxEbR3DGZMcdvgeDMQBWyS-320-80.jpg)
Best ergonomic keyboard 2024
By Chris Wedel published
Give your hands a rest with these ergonomic keyboards.
![Amazon Fire Hd 10 Productivity Bundle Front 1](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BRGX94neEhuGAQc7XfoLHo-320-80.jpg)
Best Bluetooth keyboards for Amazon Fire HD 10 & 10 Plus 2023
By Chris Wedel last updated
The Fire HD 10 has a productivity bundle with a compatible keyboard and case. But if you just bought the tablet and now want to upgrade it with a keyboard, here's where you should start.
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How to get package alerts from your Nest doorbell or camera
By Chris Wedel published
Reduce FOMO with package detection on your Nest cameras and doorbells