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Chris Wedel

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About Chris Wedel

Chris Wedel is a seasoned technology journalist with a rich background writing for top publications like CNET, Android Police, and Digital Trends. His work spans the consumer electronics landscape, from smartphones and smart home gadgets to outdoor tech and power tools.

He now brings this extensive experience to the screen with his YouTube channel, "Gadgets & Gravel," and Android Police. On his channel, Chris translates deep industry knowledge into engaging video content, creating a community-focused space where viewers help shape the discussion. Operating from his home in rural Kansas, Chris offers a grounded and practical perspective, aiming to demystify technology and demonstrate its real-world value in daily life. His mission is to make tech accessible and useful for everyone.

What was your first phone and what do you remember about it?

I believe my first phone was a Nokia 5110. That thing was a tank. Almost indestructible, and the antenna doubled as a drink stirrer. 

How long have you been interested in technology?

For as long as I can remember. It started with my Dad building computers and seeing how it all went together. So, from a young age, I've been facsinated by technology.

Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL with pink and purple lights and a glow behind it.

The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL shines bright, but misses on a couple notes

YouTube Music and Spotify on Google Pixel 9 Pro fold

5 reasons I continue to pay for YouTube Music and Spotify

Amazfit and Kospet smartwatches on a shelf with colored lights

4 reasons why I think you should skip Wear OS smartwatches

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Two hands holding a large blue keyboard icon with the Gboard icon above it
I hated typing on my phone until a tiny keyboard adjustment changed everything
Gboard

It's no longer a pressing issue

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Top view of a car driving over the Android Auto logo.
Android Auto's best feature isn't navigation
Android Auto

It's about getting there safely

8
Close-up view of Google Pixel 10 smartphones in Indigo, Porcelain, and Lemongrass colors, displayed against vibrant colorful backgrounds.
I must be lucky — the Pixel 10 Pro XL feels almost perfect
Phones

Don't listen to the squeaky wheels

3
Google Home logo glowing on a dark background with Gemini icons surrounding it.
5 features that could make or break the rumored Google Home Premium subscription service
Google Home

Please, please don't mess this up

3
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold with an arrow pointing toward the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Goodbye, Pixel 9 Pro Fold — hello, Samsung
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Never saw it coming

1
Smiling woman wearing headphones and holding a phone, with music notes and Soundiiz logo beside her.
Soundiiz is the moderator that keeps my music streaming services harmonious
YouTube Music

YouTube Music and Spotify don't work together, but thanks to Soundiiz, they do now

1
Two Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra devices with black straps displayed against a colorful background, with illustrated notification icons floating around them.
This simple Samsung Galaxy Watch feature on One UI 8 is exactly what I've wanted
Smartwatches & Wearables

One of my biggest complaints about Wear OS is no more

1
Wooden house-shaped frame with a Wi-Fi symbol inside, representing a smart home, surrounded by floating dollar-saving icons.
5 smart home projects that cost less than dinner out
Smart Lights

A smart home can be expensive, but it can also be less than dinner

1
Woman with headphones enjoying music, with YouTube Music logo and player interface in the background.
I stopped searching for new music — YouTube Music's algorithm does it better
YouTube Music

It's so good, it's almost scary

10
Eufy S4 Max camera mounted on roof soffet
Eufy PoE NVR Security System S4 Max is the ultimate home security solution
Eufy

Like having a dedicated 24/7 surveillance team for your home

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Eufy Smart Display E10 on it charging dock in front of a Bluetooth speaker.
The new Eufy Smart Display E10 is the perfect home security companion, with one big catch
Eufy

A single-purpose device done well

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra sitting on a workout shoe showing Samsung Health Tile
Why I don't need a fitness app — my Wear OS watch keeps me motivated
Wear OS

K.I.S.S.

2
A smart TV mounted on a modern wall displays a weather dashboard and smart home controls.
How I turned my TV into a smart home hub and made my life easier
Google TV Streamer

It really is the little things

1
Close-up collage of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in blue, highlighting its hinge and the camera module, with the number 7 in the bottom right corner. (1)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: 3 biggest wins and biggest misses
Phones

Samsung finally tries

Image of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic showcasing its physical rotating bezel, highlighted by a large curved blue arrow circling the watch face.
The Samsung Watch 8 Classic finally brings back my favorite missing feature
Smartwatches & Wearables

Ready to give it a spin

3
Illustration showing several Google Nest smart home devices and routine icons arranged around the Google Home logo at the center.-1
How Google Home's routines turned my random smart gadgets into a unified system
Google Home

Singular control is a blessing

4
A Nest thermostat mounted on a red wall, displaying a digital screen with the words 'Saving Money' and a dollar sign icon.
My Nest thermostat was expensive wall art until I discovered these money-saving settings
nest thermostat

It's about more than just looking pretty

2
Galaxy Z Fold 4 next to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with a dotted line and large numbers 4 and 7 highlighting the generational leap.
I ignored the last two Galaxy Z Folds but the Z Fold 7 actually looks tempting
Phones

It seems Samsung is making an effort this time, and I'm here for it

5
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold surrounded by connectivity warning icons for weak Wi-Fi and cellular signal.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold's connectivity issues are so terrible I literally can't use it anymore
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Can you hear me now? No

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A happy woman using her phone with a storage bar above the screen and the Google One logo on the left.
How Google One ended my constant phone storage panic
Google One

Phone storage worries are gone, and peace of mind is here to stay

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