Chris Wedel

6 days ago | androidpolice.com | Chris Wedel

The first Google Home Hub, later renamed Nest Hub, arrived on store shelves in October 2018. It's remarkable that we've used smart displays for nearly seven years. These devices have become regular parts of our daily lives in numerous ways. While there are many ways to utilize smart displays, from asking for the weather and setting timers to playing music and viewing photos, these powerful devices have numerous features that can be overlooked.

1 week ago | androidpolice.com | Chris Wedel

Samsung has produced some of the industry's most impressive and iconic devices. While it created many of the best Android phones, Samsung's track record isn't spotless. For example, the Samsung Galaxy S5 was an OK phone with a horrible design, and some phones were so bad that the devices had to be recalled, like the Galaxy Note 7. Since that debacle, Samsung has been a more reliable manufacturer. This consistency has me perplexed about its latest device, the Galaxy S25 Edge.

2 weeks ago | androidpolice.com | Chris Wedel

I love great-sounding music with perfect clarity, excellent balance between channels, and impeccable vocals. However, I don't need to play it on a high-end sound system. I listen to smart speakers around my house and am fine using a $50 Nest Mini. I am picky in my audio listening preferences, especially in how I access and manage it. I have favorite styles and artists, and enjoy finding new ones. I need reliable offline listening features.

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | Chris Wedel |Dreamchild Obari

Summer is here, which means it's grilling season. A pellet grill is a sensible choice if you're looking to upgrade your grilling setup, letting you bring in the rich flavor of charcoal while offering the convenience of gas. It also covers all the basics, including the ability to smoke, roast and even bake with accurate temperature control.

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | David Anders |Chris Wedel

Smart plugs might not look like much, but I've learned they're one of the most useful smart home gadgets you can have. With just one plug, I've turned regular things, like my old coffee maker and living room lamp, into smart devices I can control from my phone. No upgrades, no rewiring, just plug and go. At first, I only used them to switch stuff on and off remotely, but that barely scratches the surface.