Ted Kritsonis
A/V Writer
A tech journalism vet, Ted covers has written for a number of publications in Canada and the U.S. Ted loves hockey, history, comic books, and cigars, but also gets a kick out of saving people money through smarter tech buying decisions. Well-traveled, spoken, and a nice in a Canadian way, Ted lives and breathes Toronto, but doesn't always write from there.
Soundboks 4 review: loud enough for a whole city block
The Soundboks 4 is a refined iteration of the venerable party speaker. Just take care to plan out how long you want to use it on battery.
How to switch from Spotify to Apple Music
You don't have to lose all those songs and playlists on your Spotify account when you switch to Apple Music. The process is easier than ever.
Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 review: if they fit right, you’re out for the night
Anker takes its first stab at creating a pair of sleep earbuds in the Soundcore Sleep A10, though you can listen to any audio you want to help you pass out.
Monoprice Sync-ANC review: good sound, with some cut corners
The Monoprice Sync-ANC fall flat when canceling noise, yet otherwise sound good, making these cheaper cans more about the sounds you actually want to hear.
House of Marley Get Together 2 XL review: loud, proud, and made for a crowd
The House of Marley Get Together 2 XL can power a party, but its style makes it a fine choice for any room in your home.
EarFun Air S review: feature-rich budget earbuds
The EarFun Air S have lots of useful features and custom sound, for a great price. Are they the AirPod alternatives for you?
1More’s SonoFlow set a new benchmark for $100 wireless headphones
1More's SonoFlow pack great sound, great noise cancellation, and a huge battery into a set of budget-friendly wireless cans. What more could you ask for?
Treblab’s Z7 Pro takes its inspiration from Sony, but its price from Walmart
The Treblab Z7 Pro look like a carbon copy of Sony's WH-1000XM3/4 but cost a fraction of the price. But are they as good? We were surprised by the results.
Monoprice Soundstage 3 Portable review: This box rocks
The Monoprice Soundstage 3 Portable packs a real punch in how it sounds, and offers a variety of ports in the back to connect it to other components.
EarFun UBoom L review
EarFun throws a bone to tighter budgets with the UBoom L, and rewards you with great sound and rugged durability you can enjoy pretty much anywhere you take your tunes with you.
Sony SRS-XE200 review: sweet sound from a small and tough speaker
Sony's SRS-XE200 manages to produce expansive, enjoyable sound from a very robust and portable package. Stereo sound and calling are the cherries on top.
Sony SRS-XG300 review: A great midsized boombox for the beach or backyard parties
The Sony SRS-XG300 takes the power and panache of the XG500 and makes it more portable and more capable, with the addition of voice calling.
Mifo S ANC review: Tiny and very comfortable, these sport earbuds drop the ball on features
The Mifo S ANC earbuds prioritize comfort and aesthetics, but cost too much considering their lack of EQ and control customizations.
Anker Soundcore’s Sport X10 add ANC and rotating earhooks for a quiet and comfy workout
Anker made the Soundcore Sport X10 for the active crowd, bending those ear hooks enough to fit any pair of ears during vigorous runs or workouts.
Marshall Emberton II and Willen review: A stylish set of Bluetooth speakers you can take anywhere
Marshall's Emberton II and Willen Bluetooth speakers mix retro styling, waterproofing, and sonic pleasure in two different shapes and sizes.
Soundboks Go review: A portable and expandable party powerhouse
The Soundboks Go may be its smallest speaker to date, but it's still a loud party in a box, and it will fit right in anytime you want to draw a crowd.
Edifier Stax Spirit S3 review: Great planar sound at an accessible price
The Edifier Stax Spirit S3 are planar magnetic over-ear headphones that offer stunningly good sound, making their relatively high price seem like a bargain.
Iris Clarity hands-on review: Your personal cone of silence
Turn on Iris Clarity on your computer and you can build an effective and invisible cocoon around you to block out background noise for every virtual call.
Tribit MoveBuds H1 review: Made to make you sweat
Tribit MoveBuds H1 are for the active crowd, boasting a sporty design that delivers comfort, durability, and battery life that will last longer than the competition.
B&O Cisco 980 review: Keeping your calls comfy, clear, and secure
Bang & Olufsen's Cisco partnership produces a set of wireless cans with security that's as good as their sound.
Grell TWS/1 review: Quirky buds with quality sound
The Grell TWS/1 are about better sound, and deliver it with solid sonic results, though you will have to consider whether they're too big for your ears.
1More PistonBuds Pro review: Sweet sound for small ears
The 1More PistonBuds Pro deliver a combo of nice sound, good comfort, and small size that should fit almost every ear. All at a price that's well under $100.
Dottir Freedom On-Grid review: Heavy bass to fit all ears
The Dottir Freedom On-Grid wireless earbuds look a lot like the Powerbeats Pro, but they sport way more features for much less money.
Monoprice Harmony Capsule 200 review: Middling middle ground
Monoprice gives the Harmony Capsule 200 all the budget trappings, yet has a hard time letting out enough sound to make it stand out.
Oddict Twig Pro review: Stylish buds with surprising sound
The Oddict Twig Pro are a fancy yet affordable alternative to the AirPods Pro, that really come into their own when you start tweaking their settings.
LG XBoom 360 review: Loud sound and lights for your home
LG literally takes the XBoom 360 full circle with a slick design friendly to any home decor, while also letting you blast tunes from it with real authority.
Monster Blaster 3.0 review: A boombox that booms just right
Looking for a boombox that keeps things simple to keep a group entertained? That's exactly what the Monster Blaster 3.0 was built to do.
JBL Charge 5 review: Potent and portable party speaker
The JBL Charge 5 is the kind of speaker you get when you want some mobility to go with sound that attracts a crowd in spite of a midsized footprint.
JBL Flip 6 review: Still loud for small crowds
The JBL Flip 6 carries on with a thick layer of bass, and plenty of volume in spite of its size, making it an ideal speaker to take with you wherever you go.
What you need to listen to lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Music on Apple Music
Apple Music subscribers get spatial audio with Dolby Atmos Music plus lossless tracks up to 24-bit/192Khz. Here's what you need need to listen to them.
AirPods become more useful with Conversation Boost
There are no new AirPods, but Apple did announce new features, including Conversation Boost, Find My integration, and spatial audio for tvOS.
Nuvyyo Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR review: Simple and direct
The Nuvyyo Tablo Dual HDMI OTA DVR rmakes internet connectivity less important, but the direct line to the TV also comes with some sacrifices.
Jarvisen Translator Review: A translator for serious travel
Traveling and communicating in foreign lands isn't easy, but the Jarvisen Translator claims to be the best there is by translating up to 60 languages in real time. We put the Jarvisen Translator to the test, to see if it's worth its $429 price tag.
Jaybird Vista true wireless earbuds review: Ready to tweak
After two prior mediocre attempts, Jaybird scores a win with the Vista true wireless earbuds, a lightweight and comfortable pair that also bring real customization to how they sound. You can easily tweak these earbuds to fit your preferences.