Chris Wedel
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Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) vs. Fire HD 8 Kids Edition: Which should you buy?
By Chris Wedel published
Versus Two capable Fire HD tablets battle it out in this classic showdown.
Nest Hub Max Fuchsia update brought a useful Bluetooth change
By Chris Wedel published
Looks like Google slipped in a new menu with the Fuchsia OS update for the Nest Hub Max that makes connecting to the smart display even easier.
Best bands for Samsung Galaxy Watch 46mm in 2022
By Chris Wedel last updated
Wrap your wrist in style
Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0" (2019): Which should you buy?
By Chris Wedel published
Versus Both Samsung and Amazon offer devices that do an excellent job keeping our attention but in the case of the AmazinAmazon Fire HD 8 vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0" only one truly brings the fire.
The Nest Hub Max is getting a new Fuchsia hue starting today
By Chris Wedel published
Fuchsia brings under-the-hood changes but visually remains the same.
Fanttik EVO 300 Portable Power Station review: A nearly flawless small power station
By Chris Wedel last updated
With so much going for it, the small issues are barely issues at all.
BLUETTI AC200MAX power station review: Impressive portable power
By Chris Wedel last updated
Peace of mind knowing that you can get through nearly any situation electrical power situation is wonderful to have. The BLUETTI AC200MAX has the potential to offer that.
EcoFlow DELTA Pro review: A battery pack to power almost anything
By Chris Wedel last updated
Considering the power this power station is capable of, it's surprisingly compact.
Google is dropping yet another Android 13 Beta 3 update for Pixel devices
By Chris Wedel last updated
Android 13 Beta has been picking up plenty of updates in each release. Today, Google is releasing a second update to Beta 3 — today.
Pixel Watch likely to have an array of watch bands at launch
By Chris Wedel published
The most important part of a wristwatch is the strap or band keeping it on. So, with that in mind, Google is rumored to be prepping options for its first smartwatch.
Sensi Touch Smart Thermostat review: Simple, but not dumb
By Chris Wedel published
The Sensi Touch Smart Thermostat isn't trying to be the sleek modern HVAC controller like others in the smart thermostat space are. But it is going toe-to-toe with them in functionality.
What I really want for Father's Day
By Chris Wedel last updated
Gone are the days when a tie was considered a good gift for Dad. There are so many gift ideas out there. But I've narrowed down the things I really want this year — some of it's even realistic.
Which Ring Doorbell should you buy?
By Chris Wedel published
Confused on the main differences between Ring's countless video doorbells? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
Pinwheel review: A kids smartphone platform that can grow with your child
By Chris Wedel published
Getting the right smartphone for kids is more difficult than you might think. Pinwheel takes a lot of the work out of it for you, offering a solution both kids and parents will love.
How to cancel a Nest or Google Assistant speaker alarm from your Android phone
By Chris Wedel published
Setting an alarm or timer on your Google Assistant smart speaker is easy. But what about when you need to cancel those things and you aren't near the speaker? We've got you.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic vs. Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 3: Battle of the best
By Chris Wedel last updated
Android Auto for phone screens is ending, forcing users to find an alternative
By Chris Wedel published
Android Auto is a great feature if you have a vehicle that supports it. If you don't, then you may rely on Android Auto for phone screens. Well, you may want to start trying out an alternative.
How to disable the Soli sleep feature on the Nest Hub (2nd Gen)
By Chris Wedel published
Sometimes sleep tracking on the smart display isn't necessary.
Nest Hub 3: 3 things we want to see
By Chris Wedel published
The original Nest Hub ushered in the smart display era for Google. But there have been few changes since then — so we have some ideas for what we want to see in a Nest Hub 3.
Best Wear OS devices with a heart rate monitor 2022
By Joe Maring, Chris Wedel, Michael L Hicks published
You need a reliable watch that keeps track of your health while also offering all the Google apps and Android features you need on your wrist. Here are the ones that strike the best balance.
Best cheap smart LED light bulbs 2022
By Chris Wedel published
Just because these smart lights are cheap doesn't mean they don't still have plenty to offer.
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