Jeramy Johnson

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Jeramy Johnson came to the tech field later than most, but he has been obsessed with gadgets for years. He was born and raised in central Texas, went to graduate school in Washington D.C., and now lives in Austin with his wife, two kids, and two cats. He's addicted to travel and the outdoors and loves hiking wherever he goes, so long as he has a taco in one hand and an Android phone in the other.

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Latest articles by Jeramy Johnson

Best Alexa devices 2022

By Jeramy Johnson published 25 November 22

Alexa is showing up in more and more devices — but these are the best.

Best Alexa speaker 2022

By Jeramy Johnson published 25 November 22

Alexa is one of the most popular digital assistants in the world, and these are the best speakers to experience it on.

Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro, HD 8 Kids, & 7 Kids

Best Amazon Fire kids tablets 2022

By Jeramy Johnson published 25 November 22

Amazon has a lot of great tablets for kids, but these are the best.

Best security cameras with local storage 2022

By Jeramy Johnson, Chris Wedel last updated 26 November 22

No need to depend on the cloud for your security footage with these cameras.

Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) review: Amazon made its good buds even better

By Jeramy Johnson published 12 November 22

These buds echo a little louder this time.

Best sustainable and repairable phones 2022

By Jeramy Johnson, Namerah Saud Fatmi published 11 November 22

A modular phone lets you connect accessories to add new features that make it even better. Here are the best choices right now.

Amazon Fire HD 8 vs. 8 Plus: Which should you buy?

By Jeramy Johnson published 11 November 22

Do you want to turn your Fire tablet into an Echo Show?

Best Amazon Fire HD 10 & 10 Plus cases 2022

By Rebecca Spear, Jeramy Johnson, Chris Wedel published 10 November 22

Amazon Fire HD 10 and Fire HD 10 Plus may be affordable, but they still need protection to survive everyday use, which is why we've rounded some of the best cases for the duo available in the market.

Android phones with the best battery life 2022

By Jeramy Johnson, Harish Jonnalagadda published 7 November 22

Need a phone that lasts over a day consistently? We've got you covered.

The world clock on a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

Will my phone change for Daylight Saving Time automatically?

By Jeramy Johnson published 4 November 22

Do I need to do anything to my Android phone to make sure it's ready for the Daylight Saving Time change? Probably not, but here are a few tips just in case.

Amazon Fire 7 vs. Fire HD 8: Which should you buy?

By Jeramy Johnson published 3 November 22

The bigger tablet is worth the extra cost with more power and better battery life.

Amazon Fire Tablet 7 vs. Fire Tablet Kids Edition: Which should you buy?

By Jeramy Johnson last updated 22 November 22

Is the Amazon Fire Tablet Kids Edition work the extra money over the standard model for your little ones? In the right circumstances, yes, and here's why.

Best Samsung Galaxy S21 car mounts 2022

By Jeramy Johnson, Namerah Saud Fatmi published 27 October 22

It's imperative not to fiddle with your phone while driving, so using a car phone mount or holder is the safest bet. Here are some of the best ones available for the Samsung Galaxy S21.

A list of Fitbit Premium features on a smartphone: Mindfulness tools, Wellness Report, Audio & Video Workouts, and Guided Programs.

How to cancel Fitbit Premium

By Jeramy Johnson published 18 October 22

Fitbit Premium has a ton of insights and guided plans to get you healthy, but not everyone needs that amount of data. Here's how to cancel your subscription.

Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd gen) smart home controls

Amazon Echo Show 5 vs. 8: Which should you buy?

By Jeramy Johnson, Chris Wedel last updated 23 November 22

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.

Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) held in one hand, showing the camera off-switch

Amazon Echo Show 5 (2nd Gen) review: This Echo sounds familiar

By Jeramy Johnson published 4 October 22

Amazon finally updated its popular Echo Show 5 smart speaker in 2021. Not much changed from the first-gen version, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

Echo Show 8 vs. Nest Hub: Which should you buy?

By Jeramy Johnson published 4 October 22

These smart screen devices from Amazon and Google Nest aim are like the middleweight champions of the ring: They're not too big and not too small. But which is just right for you? Let's find out!

Amazon Echo Dot & Echo Dot with Clock (4th Gen) review: Having a ball

By Jeramy Johnson last updated 31 October 22

These new Echo speakers really round out Amazon's lineup.

Best Ring products 2022

By Jeramy Johnson published 4 October 22

From video doorbells to smart lights, here are the best Ring has to offer.

Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd gen) review: Still the smart screen to get

By Jeramy Johnson last updated 31 October 22

Amazon's mid-range Echo Show is the right fit for most people looking for a smart display.

Best Amazon Fire TV built-in televisions 2022

By Jeramy Johnson, Andrew Myrick published 30 September 22

The Fire TV Edition bridges the gap between streaming sticks and smart TVs, making your entertainment delivery nearly seamless. These are the best on the market right now.