Chris Wedel
Latest articles by Chris Wedel
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Troomi kids smartphone review: A smartphone experience tailored for kids and parents
By Chris Wedel published
A kid's smartphone with a lot of upside and little down.
![Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart speakers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dNDzRQVuQZN5bCiFt9o5kC-320-80.jpg)
How to secure your smart speaker when you have roommates
By Chris Wedel published
Smart speakers can be great, and so can roommates, but sometimes they don't go so well together. Here's how to avoid some potential pitfalls when merging the two.
![Instagram logo on OnePlus 9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XWYAStdB7tewzGVkxFGbAR-320-80.jpg)
How to use Instagram parental controls in Family Center
By Chris Wedel published
Instagram offers some parental controls for your teen's account — are you using them?
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Polar Pacer review: An excellent data-driven running watch that's frustrating to use
By Chris Wedel last updated
This is a set-it-and-forget-it kind of watch that is great, until you have to change something.
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ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium review: The new gold standard in premium smart thermostats
By Chris Wedel published
You get way more than just a temperature controller with the ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium.
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How to stream YouTube Music Premium on the Galaxy Watch 4
By Chris Wedel published
YouTube Music on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 isn't a new concept, but the ability to stream music on the smartwatch is. So let's go through the steps so you can start streaming.
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Amazfit T-Rex 2 Review: a fitness smartwatch that will likely outsurvive you
By Chris Wedel published
Amazfit is back with another T-Rex watch, and it just keeps getting better.
![Jackery Explorer 300, Baseus Blade, Chromebook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iamBZgTkHGA4qA58jK9oz-320-80.jpg)
Best battery packs for students: keep your laptop and phone charged all day
By Chris Wedel published
School is fast approaching, and with students relying on battery-powered devices like phones and laptops to get work done — it's time to have portable power ready.
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Govee Glide Hexa Light Panels smart lights review: wall lights with seemingly endless possibilities
By Chris Wedel published
These smart lights offer that edge you've been looking for in your home's lighting.
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3 reasons you should own a portable power station
By Chris Wedel published
The desire for electricity can be a choice or necessity; in either situation, a power station can help.
![OnePlus 9 Pro review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b7iERFArv3DMhEMbwbQndb-320-80.jpg)
Best OnePlus 9 Pro screen protectors 2024
By Chris Wedel, Tushar Mehta published
Protect your precious OnePlus 9 Pro from scratches and scuffs.
![TikTok on OnePlus 9 with kids tech](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NBCsGYP63gkXUhA4PKzkSD-320-80.jpg)
TikTok's warning labels won't ease parental concerns over the app — and they shouldn't
By Chris Wedel published
Apps full of interesting and entertaining content naturally draw kids in, but still might not be safe for children.
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How to delete Soli sleep and health data from your Nest Hub (2nd Gen) and Google Account
By Chris Wedel published
Google has the ability to collect user data from a lot of sources, including your Nest Hub smart speaker. If you don't want your sleep info stored in your Google account, you can delete it.
![Amazon Fire 7 Tablet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/goxtCuonzxGcjA4aqVXqxi-320-80.jpg)
How to set parental controls on an Amazon Fire tablet
By Chris Wedel published
You don't have to use an Amazon Fire Kids tablet to keep it safe from the little ones.
![Amazon Alexa on Pixel 6 Pro with Echo speakers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s2sz9BpQpUK6ukF4FgHeDG-320-80.jpg)
How to make Alexa your preferred hands-free voice assistant on your Android phone
By Chris Wedel published
Even though Google Assistant is enabled by default on most Android smartphones, the Alexa app can be installed. But sometimes, the voice assistant won't respond to your requests. Let's fix that.
![Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet and imoo Kids Smartwatch](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xqQ5wHZAB9u7TAs9pNjgai-320-80.jpg)
I've spent years testing kids gadgets, and these are the best on Prime Day
By Chris Wedel last updated
Just because it is on sale and says it's for kids doesn't mean that it's a good buy.
![Amazon Echo Show 15](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kP6HeALyY3WtUFAU5DuzEn-320-80.jpg)
Go big with this Prime Day deal on our favorite big smart Echo device
By Chris Wedel published
There are plenty of Prime Day deals still rolling out to get you a smart speaker on the cheap. But you deserve to go big and get one that does more than just sit there. Enter the Echo Show 15.
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The Amazon Glow helps my kids bond with long-distance relatives, and yours can too while you save $180
By Chris Wedel last updated
The Amazon Glow is a fantastic way for kids and families to bond while playing games and learning together.
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Stay in power wherever you go with these Prime Day deals on power stations and battery packs
By Chris Wedel last updated
Power your fridge, CPAP machine, fan, phone, and so much more with these battery packs and power stations.
![Amazon Fire 7 Kids Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qdi98Za9MSHzPEEiKUccef-320-80.jpg)
This Prime Day deal on the Fire 7 Kids Pro tablet is next level good
By Chris Wedel last updated
Prime Day is a day when you can help those you care about to get more done and, hopefully, have fun while doing it. That's what this deal on the Fire 7 Kids Pro tablet is all about.
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Snagging this amazing Prime Day deal on the Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro is the easiest way for your child to go pro
By Chris Wedel last updated
Amazon's most powerful kids tablet is on sale during Prime Day and is the perfect time to pick one up for the kid in your life that is ready for the next level.
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The smartwatch I wear every day is $90 off right now, and it should be on your wrist too
By Chris Wedel published
While the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 may get most of the attention, I still prefer the TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra, and with this Prime Day deal, you should take a close look at it for yourself.
![Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet, Amazon Echo, Ring Video Doorbell 4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s6vo5pjm2QsbczT3HJxfpP-320-80.jpg)
Best Prime Day deals on Amazon devices 2022: live roundup of Fire TV, Ring, Blink, Kindle, and more for day 2
By Chris Wedel last updated
Amazon Prime Day is when you'll get the best possible deals on Amazon devices, and we'll do our best to ensure you don't miss a single one.