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.

Q: I’m hoping to host some small, socially distant, outdoor get-togethers. Are there any quick, inexpensive ways to make my backyard more inviting? A: Adding some ambient lighting with string lights ...

We all want our outdoor space — whether it’s an adorable city balcony or a sprawling suburban yard — to feel cozy, warm and inviting, like an extension of our home. Aside from adding some fresh ...

Govee’s string lights don’t look all that fantastic, but they’re fine for casual use–and it’s hard to beat the price. There are few easier ways to liven up a large, dark space than to drape string ...

To find the best outdoor string lights on the market, we researched options in a wide variety of styles, shapes, and price ranges. Our favorite lights are the Brightech Ambience Pro Solar Non Hanging ...

If you're wondering how your neighbor got such a lovely glow under their roof eaves, it's probably a set of permanent outdoor lights. The name suggests exactly what they are: a type of string lights ...