Author: Jefferson Graham, USA TODAY

With Amazon, Google and Apple speakers, you can listen to music, set timers, check the weather and store closings, use an an intercom and much more.

Brothers Jeff and Bobby Beaver founded Zazzle while in their twenties. Their dad worked with them to get started. All three are still at the helm.

A tripod is key, and don’t forget the smartphone adapter, which costs around $10. To keep the camera steady, use the timer to snap the shutter.

Amazon Photos is the best free option for people who subscribe to the Prime service. Start using the tools within the Apple and Google photos apps.

There are many Echo Show devices, but only one works with the Zoom Cloud Meetings app, the Show 8. The 10-inch and Echo Shows aren’t supported yet.

You can still buy the larger editions of the Echo speaker and original HomePod and have them in time for Christmas.