In this post, I provide a thorough comparison of the newly updated Echo Show 8 vs 5 smart displays from Amazon, both of which I own. A Choice Between the 8” or 5” Echo Shows et me get this out of the way right up front. I am an early Alexa adopter with twelve Echo devices throughout my home. The …
7 Best Remotes for YouTube TV (2026 Update)
In the blog post, I happily introduce you to the seven best remotes for YouTube TV you can buy right now. YouTube TV is a Vibe use YouTube TV every day. One thing I learned quickly is this: the remote you use matters a lot. I’ve wasted way too much time juggling different remotes, trying to find one that actually …
A+ Alexa! 17 Best Amazon Echo Device Gifts of 2026
In this article, I review the best Amazon Echo device gifts to give and get in what is already shaping up to be another epic year for Alexa. Amazon Echo Device Gift Guide ccording to a new smart-speaker market report from Parks Associates, Amazon now accounts for roughly 60% of all U.S. smart-speaker purchases, underscoring how dominant Echo devices have become …
Echo Show 11 vs 15: Is Bigger Better in 2026?
If you’re trying to decide between Amazon Echo Show 11 vs 15, this smart display comparison highlights the key differences and helps you choose the best Echo Show for your home. Echo Show 11 vs 15: Showdown s an Amazon Alexa tech influencer, I’ve reviewed nearly every Echo device out there. The Echo Show 11 has been my kitchen counter …
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus vs Pro: New 2026 Comparison
This Ring Battery Doorbell Plus vs Pro comparison breaks down every key feature difference between the two, from video resolution and motion alerts to new radar-based detection. Ring Smart Doorbell Face-Off ing has done it again. The company released two smart doorbells that appear nearly identical yet conceal significant differences. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus vs Pro matchup shows how …
7 Best Smart Space Heaters of 2026 (3 Work w Alexa)
If you are looking for one of the best smart space heaters you can buy right now, this blog post covers seven great options. Stay Toasty My Friends f your heating system isn’t quite reaching every corner of your home this winter, one of the best smart space heaters could be just the solution. Last week, my old bedroom heater …
Dreo Solaris Review: Best Smart Space Heater of 2026?
In this Dreo Solaris review, I’ll show how this Dreo space heater delivers quick, quiet, and efficient warmth with Alexa control-making it one of the best smart space heaters available. Got Heat? ot heat? No? Well, then, you’d best get some. Winter is coming, and New England’s chill has a way of reminding us how crucial dependable warmth is. With …
Sainlogic SA9 Review: Best Smart Weather Station? (2026)
In this Sainlogic SA9 review, I take a close look at its features, performance, and whether it can help predict the weather reliably here at home. A Weather Station of My Own iving on the ocean in New England has taught me one thing: weather forecasts rarely agree. Ask Alexa, Siri, and the local news, and you’ll get three different …