Kris Wouk

Former Contributor

Kris Wouk is a tech writer, gadget reviewer, blogger, and whatever it's called when someone makes videos for the web. In his free time he likes to make music, read, and write short fiction.

Should you mount your TV above a fireplace?

Designers and homeowners love mounting TVs above fireplaces. But for the sake of your health and the health of your TV, don't do it.

Guides         December 16, 2024

Kickstarter success story Earin’s M2 true wireless earbuds now available in U.S.

Swedish startup Earin is a true Kickstarter success story, not only launching what were at the time the world’s first true wireless earbuds, but staying afloat as its many competitors sank. The company is back with the Google Assistant-powered Earin M2, now available online.

News         April 25, 2023

Hands-on with Sennheiser’s seriously impressive Ambeo virtual surround soundbar

Sennheiser first showed off its Ambeo 3D virtual surround soundbar at CES at the beginning of the year, but now that we’ve had more hands-on time with it at IFA, we’re more impressed than ever, and convinced that it might be the best virtual surround soundbar we’ve encountered to date.

News         April 25, 2023

Hands-on with Sennheiser’s new Momentum True Wireless earbuds

It was only a matter of time until Sennheiser took on other companies with its own spin on true wireless earbuds. That day has come with the release of the new Momentum True Wireless earbuds, along with the GSP 550 gaming headset, both of which are making their debut at IFA 2018.

News         April 25, 2023

AT&T wants to make HBO more like Netflix, and it could be a disaster

After acquiring HBO parent company Time Warner, AT&T is pushing HBO to become more like Netflix. For those who remember HBO from its initial glory days, this could mean the end of an era, and for all of Netflix’s success, this plan might not be great for everyone else either.

Features         April 25, 2023

The best TVs for watching the 2018 World Cup

If you’re ready to go for the 2018 World Cup but don’t think your old HD TV will be enough to watch every match in all its glory, fear not. We’ve put together a list of five TVs that will let you watch the games in the best possible quality, no matter what your budget might be.

Guides         April 25, 2023

LG unveiled a translucent, rollable OLED so big you could use it as a blanket

LG showing off futuristic new display technologies like transparent OLED or rollable OLED is nothing new, but the company’s massive new 77-inch transparent rollable OLED shows that these impressive technologies might come to your living room sooner than you might think.

News         April 25, 2023

TCL’s fantastic P-Series Roku TV gets a huge price cut at Best Buy today

TCL’s 55-inch P-Series Roku TVs is one of the best affordable TVs we’ve ever seen, blowing us away with its price-to-performance ratio when we reviewed it in 2017. You’ll have the chance to get it for the cheapest price ever today, but you'd better ready your wallets: The sale lasts for a single day on Saturday, May 12.

News         April 25, 2023

TCL has priced its impressive 6-Series Roku TVs, and they’re unbelievably cheap

We’ve been waiting for TCL’s 6-Series 4K Roku TVs to get official pricing ever since they first impressed us on the show floor at CES 2018. Today the company finally put the series up for pre-order, and if you’ve been holding off on buying a 4K TV, this may be the right time.

News         April 25, 2023

One of the best TVs you can buy comes out May 1, and it’s shockingly affordable

The TCL 6-Series 4K Roku TV could be one of the best buys of the year, and you won’t have to wait too long to get your hands on one.

News         April 25, 2023

The best Apple TV apps

If you're looking to turn your Apple TV into an all-in-one entertainment powerhouse, we can help you get started with this list of the best apps to download.

Products         April 25, 2023

LG priced its 2018 TVs and OLED just got more affordable

LG has announced its premium TV lineup for 2018, with both OLED and Super UHD TVs in a variety of sizes powered by in the company’s ThinQ A.I. platform.

News         April 25, 2023

LG finally priced its quirky 4K projector that looks like a hamper

The LG CineBeam 4K Laser Projector offers up a 150-inch picture that also happens to be the company's brightest yet, complete with HDR support and multiple ways to set it up in your living room, and it's now available for the same price you might pay for a TV half the size.

News         April 25, 2023

Comcast Xfinity: Everything you need to know about cable’s biggest player

If you like the idea of streaming, but aren't looking to cut the cord, Comcast Xfinity TV offers a nice balance of cable and streaming.

Guides         April 25, 2023

They’re headphones when you wear them, and speakers when you take them off

The Boomphones Re-Up combine wireless headphones with an active speaker case that can also double as a portable charger for mobile devices.

News         April 25, 2023

Spin your wax on a cushion of air with this levitating turntable

If you love vinyl but don’t like how un-futuristic your turntable is, the gravity-defying Mag-Lev Audio turntable might be right up your alley.

News         April 25, 2023

B&O’s 360-degree Beoplay A1 is its smallest Bluetooth speaker yet

As of today the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A1 Bluetooth speaker is available, offering 360-degree sound and up to 24-hour battery life in a portable package.

News         April 25, 2023

Say goodbye to the ‘Like’ button, Facebook’s new Reactions are now available everywhere

We’ve known for some time that Facebook was expanding the Like button into something more expressive, and now the new Reactions are available everywhere.

News         April 25, 2023

HBO drops new clip from Animals ahead of today’s streaming premiere

HBO's new adult-themed animated comedy Animals is set to premiere on February 5, but debuted a full day early on the network's streaming apps.

News         April 25, 2023

Rainbow Six Siege told to stand down, release delayed to December 1

Rainbow Six Siege's planned October release date has been delayed to December, hopefully avoiding an Assassin's Creed Unity-style launch disaster.

News         April 25, 2023

Final Fantasy XV aiming for a simultaneous worldwide release

Unlike previous games in the franchise, Final Fantasy XV will be released on the same day in Japan as the rest of the world.

News         April 25, 2023

Blizzard invites players to The Grand Tournament in the next Hearthstone expansion

More than a year after Goblins vs Gnomes, Hearthstone is getting its second big expansion next month in The Grand Tournament, which adds 132 new cards.

News         April 25, 2023

Shenmue 3 backers getting on-disc option for PlayStation 4 version

A physical copy of the PlayStation 4 version of Shenmue 3 is now available to backers alongside digital releases and the disc-based PC version.

News         April 25, 2023

Batman: Arkham Knight having more trouble, but this time on the PS4

Players of the PlayStation 4 version of Batman: Arkham Knight are reporting problems with the game's leaderboard support.

News         April 25, 2023

Rabbit TV promises a lot of TV for a little cash, but is it the real deal?

Rabbit TV Plus promises free TV shows and movies on your computer. Does it really deliver what it claims to? And what is the deal with SelectTV, the new service from Rabbit TV parent company FreeCast?

Guides         April 24, 2023

How to calibrate your TV

You’ve got your new TV out of the box, but now what? Our TV picture calibration guide takes you through how to get the best picture from your brand new TV.

Guides         April 24, 2023

Interesed in Verizon Fios? Here’s everything you need to know

Verizon Fios offers blazing-fast internet, along with optional TV and home phone service. Here is everything you need to know about it.

Guides         June 24, 2022

Roku’s updated mobile app lets us see what’s on with a single button tap

Roku has released an update for its mobile app with a new feature dubbed "What's On" that makes finding something to watch even easier.

News         June 15, 2022

The Vifa Oslo Bluetooth speaker packs high-end audio into a minimalist design

Vifa's drivers have been found inside high-end audio gear for some time now, but the company has finally put them into a product of its own.

News         June 15, 2022

Tekoia’s Sure Universal Remote adds OCF support for smart home devices (Update)

It's no fun to lose your remote, but Tekoia's updated SURE Universal Remote app for iOS, Android, and OCF means you won't be left hanging.

News         June 15, 2022

SunBrite’s 75-inch 4K outdoor TV lets you channel surf without losing your tan

SunBrite's Veranda TVs let you bask in the glory of a 4K picture while soaking up the sun, and now a new 75-inch model has joined the ranks.

News         June 15, 2022

Got a brand-new HDR monitor? Now you can watch Netflix in HDR on Windows 10

Netflix's library of HDR content, including shows like Stranger Things or Chef's Table, is available to watch on Windows 10.

News         May 5, 2022

Soon, you won’t need a separate subscription to watch Netflix on Comcast Xfinity

Since 2016, Comcast Xfinity customers have been able to watch Netflix on the Xfinity X1 platform, as long as they had a subscription. Soon, you won’t need to pay an extra subscription, as an expanded partnership will see Comcast bundling Netflix into new and existing Xfinity packages.

News         April 26, 2022

This new app brings Tinder-style swiping to movie and TV viewing

Mighty TV is a new app that aims to help its users easily find a movie or TV show to watch and then quickly get started viewing.

News         April 21, 2022