Kris Wouk
157 articles published since July 07, 2021
About Kris Wouk
Kris Wouk is a freelance tech writer and musician with over 10 years of experience as a writer and a lifetime of experience as a gadget fan. He has also written for USA Today's Reviewed.com, Digital Trends, MakeUseOf, Android Authority, and Sound Guys.
The Best Mini ITX Cases of 2023
Looking for the power of a desktop PC without the bulk? Use one of these Mini ITX cases for your next build.
JBL Quantum TWS Air Review: Sometimes Less Is More
The JBL Quantum TWS Air cut just a few features from their predecessors and drop the price, making them a better buy.
The Best Boom Mics of 2023
Whether you're streaming or making an indie film, these are the best boom mics you can buy.
Soundpeats Capsule3 Pro Review: ANC True Wireless Earbuds on a Budget
Looking for a budget set of true wireless earbuds that don't feel like a budget set? These may be for you.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Review: Good For Android Fans, Great For Samsung Fans
The Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are a good companion for any Android phone, but they're even better if you use a Galaxy.
The Best Portable Speakers of 2023
Portable speakers mean different things to different people. Which one is right for you?
WiiM Pro Review: Add Smarts to Your Speakers and Audio Gear on the Cheap
Wish your home stereo wasn't stuck in the past? Bring it into the present or even the future with the WiiM Pro.
The Best Turntables of 2023
Choosing the right turntable to play your record collection can be tough, so cheat by taking a look at our favorites.
NZXT Relay Headset Review: Great Connectivity Let Down By Average Sound
The NZXT Relay Headset is part of a great ecosystem, but it doesn't stand out much on its own.
Sennheiser HD 650 Review: Sometimes Classics are Classics for a Reason
Sennheiser's HD 650s have been a go-to set of headphones for pros and audiophiles alike for years, and they may stay that way for many more.
Sennheiser MKE 200 Mobile Kit Review: A Cheap, Easy Upgrade for Content Creators
Looking to take your videos to the next level? It starts by upgrading your audio.
The Best Soundbars of 2023
Upgrade that lousy built-in TV speaker to a system that will breathe new life into your home movie nights.
Audio-Technica ATH-SQ1TW Review: Great Look, Good Sound, Tons of Competition
The Audio Technica ATH-SQ1TW make some interesting choices, but they put up a good fight as an affordable competitor.
NZXT Relay Speakers and Subwoofer Review: An Easy Upgrade for Your Gaming Audio
The NZXT Relay Speakers sound good, but they sound much better if you add the companion subwoofer.
Bluetooth vs. Wi-Fi Music: Which Has Better Audio Quality?
And does better quality audio automatically mean it's the right decision for you?
Sonos One vs. Sonos One SL: Which Should You Buy?
Looking at the Sonos One and One SL but not sure which to buy? It's easy once you know the differences.
Sonos Era 300 Review: Spatial Audio Is a Game Changer
The Sonos Era 300 doesn't look like your typical Sonos speaker, and it doesn't sound like your typical Sonos speaker either.
Sonos Era 100 Review: This Smart Speaker Has Plenty of Tricks up Its Sleeve
The Sonos Era 100 is a better smart speaker than the Sonos One in almost every way, but there are a few things to watch out for.
The Best Stereo Amplifiers of 2023
Do justice to your favorite music with the perfect stereo system for you.
The Best MacBooks of 2023
Is it time to adopt an M2 MacBook? Here are our top picks for the best Apple notebooks.