Kris Wouk-Senior Author

Kris Wouk

Senior Author

July, 2021
apple, headphones, True Wireless Earbuds
  • 226
    articles
  • 69
    Features
  • 6
    Lists
  • 71
    Guides
  • 80
    Reviews

About Kris Wouk

Kris Wouk was 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.

Latest

A screen displaying the GNOME logo and several Linux distros, with a geometric pattern in the background.
Why I Prefer GNOME for My Linux Desktop

GNOME might simple, but it’s great for power users.

12
A MacBook Pro with the Touch Bar visible
The Best MacBooks of 2025
Mac

Wondering which MacBook to pick? We have the best choices, no matter what you're looking for.

Technics AZ100 earbuds sitting inside the case.
Technics AZ100 Review: Music Lovers' New Favorite Earbuds

If you listen to music like most people breathe air, the Technics AZ100 might just be your new favorite earbuds.

A gaming pc with Garuda Linux on the screen and tux mascot with a controller next to it.
9 Linux Gaming Myths That Just Won't Die

Just a few of the myths we wish would quit respawning.

16
A GPU with the Linux mascot beside it and the Nvidia logo in the background.
Nvidia Drivers on Linux: What You Need to Know

Nvidia is known for being somewhat tricky on Linux, but is that reputation earned or exaggerated?

2
Lenovo Legion Go S showing its splash screen.
Lenovo Legion Go S Review: Windows Still Isn’t Ready for Handhelds

Lenovo’s Legion Go S has plenty of promise, but you’re better off waiting for the coming SteamOS version.

Installing Ubuntu 25.04 on a laptop.
Here's Everything New in Ubuntu 25.04 'Plucky Puffin'

The latest version of Ubuntu always brings something new, but should you get excited this time around?

2
Wayland logo with the Linux mascot looking confused beside it.
State of Linux Windowing Systems: Is Wayland Good in 2025?

Wayland is supposedly the way of the future, but when does that future actually arrive?

15
PNY Pro Elite V3 with the USB-C 3.2 port extended.
PNY PRO Elite V3 Type-C Review: Bring Your Large Files Anywhere

If you're still carrying around a portable SSD for your files, you may save some time and space with the PNY PRO Elite V3 Type-C USB Flash Drive.

6
A linux terminal with a GPU and the Linux mascot beside it.
GPU Acceleration in Linux Terminals: What It Is and Why It's Useful

GPU-accelerated terminals are the new hotness in the Linux world, but are they really that much better?

1
Beats PowerBeats Pro 2 inside the charging case.
Beats PowerBeats Pro 2 Review: Great Fitness Earbuds With Minor Issues

The Beats PowerBeats Pro 2 feature a heart rate monitor, and while the feature isn't as great as it could be, these still offer plenty of promise.

Raspberry Pi 5 on a blue and orange hexagon background
9 Popular Raspberry Pi Operating Systems That Aren't Raspbian

Looking for something a little less ordinary to spice up your Pi? You've got options.

5
CachyOS running Steam, Heroic Games Launcher, and the CachyOS Hello app.
I Tried CachyOS, and Now It Might Be My New Main Distro

At first glance, CachyOS looks like another "Arch Linux but Easy" distro, but here's why I'm such a fan of it.

10
Person holding the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with the screen being displayed
The Best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Cases of 2025

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is an impressive phone. Find the right case to keep it looking its best.

Illuminated Smart Home Sign
The Best Smart Home Devices of 2025

Upgrade to the ultimate smart home using these devices.

Linux mascot holding a blue pencil, colorful equalizer bars in the background, and glowing musical notes, sliders, and geometric shapes around.
5 Linux Distos Built for Creative Work

Looking to flex your creative muscles on Linux? Your search is over.

1
52663066082_1073dfa266_o
The Best Samsung Galaxy S23 Cases of 2025

Looking to protect your new Samsung Galaxy S23? We've got what you need.

Close-up of the knobs on a Boss BX-600 mixer.
How to Choose an Audio Mixer for Beginners

Knowing you need an audio mixer is just the first step. Make sure you know exactly what to look for.

1
The Linux mascot looking confused with some file folders in the background.
Filesystems on Linux: When Should You Not Use Ext4?

Ext4 is essentially the default filesystem on most distros, but is it always the right choice?

12
Samsung Galaxy S25 in Navy Blue.
The Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Cases of 2025

Want to keep your new Samsung Galaxy S25 looking that way? Protect it with a case.