Chris Wedel
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Best USB-C thumb drives 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Small yet powerful Flash drives with USB-A are still the standard, but with USB-C, you can get a flash drive that works with your phone, and it’s also future proof as more laptops move to USB-C ports.
Best security cameras with local storage 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Store footage locally No need to depend on the cloud for your security footage with these cameras.
Best smart home devices 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Peak smart home living There is no shortage of smart home products on the market. We've found the best smart devices in almost every category to help save you some time and make sure you only have the best.
Best kids games for Amazon Fire HD tablets 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Best for kids While available games for Amazon Fire HD tablets aren't necessarily unlimited, there is a lot to sort through. So here are some of the best kids games for Amazon Fire HD tablets.
Best portable power stations 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Power on the go These power stations are the ones to rely on when you really need power.
Best smart video doorbells that store locally (not in the cloud) 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Safely stored Keep your friends close and your video doorbell recordings closer.
Best Samsung Galaxy Watch apps 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
A galaxy of options Samsung makes the best Android watches out there, armed with Wear OS or Galaxy Store apps. These are our favorite apps that we always download as soon as we've bought our latest Galaxy Watch.
Best kids smartwatch 2024
By Chris Wedel, Namerah Saud Fatmi published
Wearables for littles Finding the right kids' watch with the features and privacy you want can be tough, but we've done the work for you.
Amazon Echo Hub review: An underpowered great idea
By Chris Wedel published
All in one place The Amazon Echo Hub takes cues from the company's smart displays to give you a single screen to manage your smart home. I just wish it had the same power under the hood.
How to take photos from your Google Pixel phone with your Pixel Watch
By Chris Wedel last updated
Long distance shots Whether taking a group photo that you want to be in or one of yourself in the perfect setting, using your Pixel Watch to snag a pic using your Pixel is a snap.
Govee TV Backlight 3 Lite review: Going beyond the frame
By Chris Wedel published
Be immersed The Govee TV Backlight 3 Lite takes your TV viewing experience to the next level in an easy and affordable way.
Best standing desks 2024
By Chris Wedel, Namerah Saud Fatmi last updated
Stand and work Study after study suggests that standing desks boost productivity along with boosting your posture, so we've rounded up all the best standing desks.
Best Android tablets for kids 2024
By Chris Wedel published
Kids Love Them! Get your little one(s) started with technology.
Brightest LED smart bulbs 2024: The best lights for dark spaces
By Samuel Contreras, Chris Wedel published
Light up! Get plenty of bright light for your space, without giving up any control.
Best smart displays 2024
By Chris Wedel last updated
Ask and you shall see From playing music, controlling smart home devices, and streaming the latest shows, smart displays can do a lot. Here are our favorite ones!
How to take a screenshot on an Amazon Fire Tablet
By Chris Wedel last updated
Take a screenshot If you ever wanted to take a screenshot with your Amazon Fire tablet but didn't know how you've come to the right place. Android Central's got your back with our easy guide on how to do just that!
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus vs. S23 Plus: Upgrade time?
By Chris Wedel published
Upgrade? We've got a new Galaxy S24+ heading to stores, which means last year's S23+ is on the way out. But should you trade in the previous model for the new one? That more depends on which model you have.
Gabb Watch 3 kids smartwatch review: Wonderfully simple
By Chris Wedel published
Simply great Though not perfect, the Gabb Watch 3 does an excellent job of balancing features that kids and parents want while keeping safety at the forefront.
Arlo Essential and Essential XL Wireless Outdoor Security Camera review: Perfect if you live in the cloud
By Chris Wedel published
Nailing the essentials Arlo has done a nice job of keeping its Essential line of cameras relevant with these updates. But withholding local storage options makes them a tougher buy.
Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro review: Whiter whites and brighter brights
By Chris Wedel published
Set it and forget it Once you install these lights, you'll never have to do it again.
Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera review: Impressive features, yet supremely simplistic
By Chris Wedel published
TIes it together Unfortunately, the smart doorbell continues an industry trend.
I test smart home products for a living — these are my favorite smart string lights for my Christmas tree
By Chris Wedel published
Jolly and bright Philips Hue, Nanoleaf, and Govee are three of the top smart light brands going. But each has its own take on string lights and how this product fits a brand's portfolio — and I've tested them all.
Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen) review: Simple, yet effective
By Chris Wedel published
Nailing the basics Arlo has made some quality-of-life improvements to the 2nd gen video doorbell with some new features as well. Unfortunately, it comes with some baggage to.
LEGO Bricktales on the Meta Quest 3 is more challenging than I expected
By Chris Wedel published
Brick by brick LEGO Bricktales on the Quest 3 brings fun adventures and, of course, brick building to your living room with mixed reality. But you'll have to get used to the controls first.