Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've brought an Amazon Echo device into your home, you're likely amazed by how convenient voice-activated tech can be. These smart ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Echo is one of Amazon's most iconic items. This smart speaker comes built-in with the company's Alexa assistant, providing similar ...