Chris Wedel
Latest articles by Chris Wedel
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eufy SoloCam S40 review: There's little this all-in-one camera can't do
By Chris Wedel last updated
Battery-powered cameras and solar panels aren't anything new, but a camera with a built-in solar panel is a rarity. The eufy SoloCam S40 nails it along with many other excellent features.
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How to get your Amazon Alexa speaker to stop spamming you
By Chris Wedel published
Alexa can be very helpful, but sometimes even your personal digital assistant can be a bit too much.
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Best Philips Hue lights and light strips 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
There are a lot of great Philp Hue lighting products, here are the best.
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Best Nanoleaf smart lights 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Nanoleaf has a lot of excellent smart lights, but it can be intimidating to know where to start. From Shapes to Essentials, these are our recommendations!
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The HP Chromebase is my everyday work computer, and this $300 discount is a stupid good deal
By Chris Wedel last updated
Amazon just took even more off of this beautifully designed computer that has plenty of power for your work or family computer.
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Cyber Monday has Amazon's newest Fire Tablets down to only $40
By Chris Wedel published
From the budget-friendly Fire 7 to the productivity machine that is the Fire HD 10 Plus, they're all on sale.
![Google Pixel Watch, TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, Amazfit GTS 4, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dxEWKu2N2JLrDM35zvgv6d-320-80.jpg)
I can't believe the best smartwatches from Google, Samsung, and more, are getting discounts this good
By Chris Wedel last updated
Smartwatches, fitness bands, and more, oh my!
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Samsung's Galaxy Buds are an earsore, so check out this Cyber Monday sale on my favorite earbuds instead
By Chris Wedel last updated
Be a glutton for holiday meal leftovers and not punishment. Skip the Samsung Galaxy earbud deals and ear infections, and check out the deals on these excellent wireless earbud options instead.
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Save up to $1000 on my favorite portable power stations so you can be prepared for any situation
By Chris Wedel published
Lack of electricity, by choice or not, can be a stressful situation. But not when you have a portable power station. Cyber Monday is going strong, and the top brands are offing amazing discounts
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We're chiming in to help save you up to $124 on Ring's best cameras
By Chris Wedel published
Ok, so you have a camera or two for your home but just don't have the coverage you want. Well, stop waiting and take advantage of these excellent deals on Ring security cameras.
![Amazfit T-Rex 2, T-Rex Pro, GTS 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZymFUVs43RNgAhMZistsxW-320-80.jpg)
These Amazfit smartwatches are sneaky good, and my favorite is getting a hefty discount
By Chris Wedel published
From the rough and tumble to sleek and modern, Amazfit has it all covered.
![Ring Alarm with Ring Stick Up Cam](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uo5iY4rT2qHH7ieBxRnyQJ-320-80.jpg)
Save up to $120 while securing your home with a complete Ring Alarm kit
By Chris Wedel published
These Ring Alarm kits can offer everything from keypads to motion sensors.
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Secure your home inside and out for less with these amazing Blink camera deals
By Chris Wedel published
Blink has been offering affordable home security for years now, and with these early Black Friday deals, it will cost less than ever before.
![Fitbit Ace 3 with Minions watch face](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PBWxtYkbKFekRmeNEqfW3m-320-80.jpg)
The Fitbit Ace 3 is the perfect fitness tracker for kids and is already on sale for Black Friday
By Chris Wedel published
Kids, like grown-ups, like gadgets. But most don't encourage them to be active. Well, the Fitbit Ace 3 covers both bases and is already on an awesome sale right now!
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Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd Gen) vs. Nest Doorbell (battery): All about that power
By Chris Wedel published
With a new video doorbell on the market, it's time to compare the Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen) to the Nest Doorbell (battery) to determine which will reign supreme.
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How to turn off step/movement reminders on Pixel Watch
By Chris Wedel published
Sometimes you just need a little nudge.
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This Nest Mini deal is the perfect stocking stuffer for the holidays
By Chris Wedel published
The Nest Mini (2nd gen) is a great buy at full price, but this deal from Best Buy makes it a must buy.
![Pixel Watch and Pixel 7 Pro, Find My Phone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cU8jQfvWhBiQmYnBAKqx7i-320-80.jpg)
How to use Pixel Watch to find your phone
By Chris Wedel published
Never lose your phone to the couch again.
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How to control smart home devices when your Google Pixel is locked on Android 13
By Chris Wedel published
Control your smart home with fewer taps thanks to Android 13.
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Best microSD card for your security camera
By Chris Wedel published
Safe, secure, and local.
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Save $60 on one of Ring's most advanced wireless security cameras with this fantastic deal
By Chris Wedel published
Security cameras with basic night vision are boring. The Ring Spotlight Cam Plus brings color night vision and LED spotlights, so hurry up and pick one up before the deal is gone.
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Husqvarna Automower 430XH review: Set up is a chore, but mowing won't be
By Chris Wedel published
Even for the most avid lawncare enthusiast, mowing can become burdensome.
![Nest Video Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rjPLLASF4ChNR8ijqanSae-320-80.jpg)
Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd Gen) vs. Ring wired: Two heads of the same coin
By Chris Wedel published
These two video doorbells share quite a few basic features, but getting the advanced options will cost you.