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42-inch LG C4 homescreen — OLED TV prices make no sense right now – and that's great if you're after an LG C4 There’s next to no difference in price between the 42-inch LG C4 and C3 right now

Apple AirPods 4 in their case in the hand — Apple AirPods 4 hands-on review: "A huge upgrade" Apple's entry-level and mid-range earbuds get a big boost

What is Roon? How the music platform works and what devices are Roon Ready A one-stop music management platform from which to access, control and play all your digital music

Soundbar: Sonos Ray — Sonos set-top streaming box: rumours, leaks and what we want from the Apple TV rival Sonos reportedly has an Apple TV 4K-rivalling video streamer in the pipeline

iPhone 16 smartphone — Apple iPhone 16 hands-on: the 'standard' models are the most exciting The iPhone 16 models are the most exciting, but there's plenty in the Pro models too

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: a Systems Special featuring 16 awesome AV and hi-fi set-ups We've teamed up top quality gear

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Ecosse CS2.15Mk2 speaker cable on white surface

Ecosse CS2.15Mk2 review

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 September 24

The CS2.15 Mk2 delivers a cohesive and detailed performance to make it worthy of consideration.

Accessories

Audiovector Trapeze Reimagined floorstanding speakers on grey floor against white brick wall

Audiovector Trapeze Reimagined review

By What Hi-Fi? published 10 September 24

The Trapeze Reimagined is a retro-inspired design that delivers a thrilling, thoroughly modern performance.

Hi-Fi

Hands on: Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 review

By Harry McKerrell published 9 September 24

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Beyerdynamic is applying its expertise in the studio market to a premium pair of wireless headphones: the Aventho 300 ANC over-ears.

Headphones

Hands on: AKG N9 Hybrid wireless headphones review

By Harry McKerrell published 6 September 24

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It's early days, but the signs are positive for AKG's return to the wireless headphones space.

Headphones

Fiio M23 portable music player leaning upright on white shelf next to plant pot

Fiio M23 review

By What Hi-Fi? published 6 September 24

Fiio throws the kitchen sink at its mid-market music player.

Hi-Fi

Sony Bravia Projector 9 on a light wood table

Hands on: Sony Bravia Projector 9 (VPL-XW8100ES) review

By Lewis Empson published 5 September 24

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Sony has launched an upgraded 2024 version of one of our favourite home cinema projectors, and its makes a good first impression.

Home cinema

Sony Bravia 8 65-inch OLED TV in corner of testing room on wooden AV rack with insects on screen

Sony Bravia 8 (K65XR80) review

By Alastair Stevenson published 4 September 24

The Bravia 8 is the only new OLED TV from Sony this year, but can it fill the shoes of its Award-winning predecessor?

TVs

Anker Nebula Capsule 3 portable projector held in hand over grassy lawn

Anker Nebula Capsule 3 review

By What Hi-Fi? published 3 September 24

Despite its pint-sized form, Anker’s Nebula Capsule 3 delivers features galore – but how’s the performance?

Home cinema

Dali Rubikore 2 standmount speakers one with grille on one without in corner of room

Dali Rubikore 2 review

By What Hi-Fi? published 2 September 24

The solo standmounts in Dali’s all-new Rubikore range fly the flag for both insight and entertainment and reveal the potential of the company’s new-era engineering.

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Denon AVC-A10H sitting on a jagged wood unit with a plant on the left hand side and speaker to the right

Denon's latest flagship AVR supports 13.4 channels of amplification and stellar connectivity

By Lewis Empson

Sony PS5 Pro on a white background with a detatched disc drive accessory

Sony's detachable 4K Blu-ray disc drive is selling out ahead of the PS5 Pro launch

By Lewis Empson published 12 September 24

Stock of Sony's detachable 4K Blu-ray drive accessory is drying up ahead of the PS5 Pro's launch in Novemeber.

Black Friday comes early: the LG G4 OLED TV hits lowest ever price with £900 off

By Joe Svetlik published 12 September 24

One of our favourite 2024 OLED TVs has big money off for members of Richer Sounds' VIP Club.

TVs

Noise-cancelling earbuds: Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4

Forget Apple, Bose and Sony – these five-star wireless earbuds are their lowest-ever price

By Harry McKerrell published 12 September 24

There’s more than 25% off Sennheiser’s flagship Bluetooth buds at Amazon, and it’s a super saving not to be missed!

Headphones

Marantz's versatile, powerful streaming amplifier boasts ample hi-fi heritage at a reasonable price

By Harry McKerrell published 11 September 24

Marantz's Model 60n is a do-it-all streaming amplifier that offers serious hi-fi heritage at a more affordable level.

Hi-Fi

Klipsch Flexus Core 300 underneath a TV set

Klipsch's new Dolby Atmos soundbar is the first in the world with Dirac technology

By Harry McKerrell published 11 September 24

The Klipsch Flexus Core harnesses Dirac correction technology with the aim of getting the best sound possible for your AV setup.

Home cinema

JVC expands its D-ILA native 4K projector range with two new step-down models

By Lewis Empson published 11 September 24

JVC has announced two new projectors in its D-ILA range, will they deliver JVC's usual premium picture pedigree for less?

Home cinema

Philips NeoPix 750 Smart projector lifestyle shot in lounge

The Philips NeoPix 750 wants to “fix” the problem with affordable projectors’ audio – but without Dolby or DTS

By Alastair Stevenson published 11 September 24

Philips has jumped on the bandwagon launching a new affordable projector that it hopes will finally prove “proper home cinema” doesn’t need to break the bank.

Home cinema

The super-powerful PS5 Pro doesn't come with a disc drive or stand but costs £700 / $700

By Lewis Empson published 10 September 24

Sony has announced the PS5 Pro with graphical upgrades, a hefty price tag and a November launch date.

Home cinema

Sonos reportedly delays set-top box due to app update issues

By Joe Svetlik published 10 September 24

The fallout from Sonos's woeful app update continues, as the firm is reportedly forced to delay its upcoming set-top box.

Streaming

Sony is officially bringing the smaller Bravia 9 to the UK later this year

By Lewis Empson published 10 September 24

Sony has announced it will bring the 65-inch Bravia 9 to the UK and Europe in Novemeber of this year.

TVs

Apple unveils iPhone 16 and 16 Pro with the largest display yet – but key AI feature is missing at launch

By Lewis Empson published 9 September 24

Apple announces a new generation of iPhone with Apple Intelligence and updated cameras as new key features.

Tablets & Smartphones

Apple launches new AirPods Max 2024 with minor upgrades – and one big omission

By Alastair Stevenson published 9 September 24

Apple has unveiled an update to its award-winnning AirPods Max over-ear, wireless headphones

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Latest Advice

QLED vs LED: the two TV panel technologies compared

By Luke Edwards, Joe Svetlik last updated 12 September 24

Knowing the differences between QLED and LED TVs will help you decide which (if either) would be best for you.

TVs

Can you use Bluetooth headphones on a plane?

By Esat Dedezade published 11 September 24

Everything you need to know to make the most of the mile-high audio club...

Headphones

The iPhone 16 Pro has arrived: all the details on Apple's new flagship smartphone

By Joe Svetlik last updated 10 September 24

With a larger screen and better processors and cameras, Apple's new flagship looks like a force to be reckoned with...

Tablets & Smartphones

AirPods 4 vs AirPods 4 with ANC: which new pair should you pick?

By Becky Roberts published 10 September 24

Apple has split its new AirPods into two models, so what are the differences between them and which pair is better value?

Headphones

AirPods Max 2: release date, price and specs for the new Max

By Becky Roberts, Harry McKerrell last updated 10 September 24

Updated Apple's second-gen over-ear headphones have been rumoured for years, and finally we have an update...

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AirPods 4: everything you need to know about price, design and new features

By Joe Svetlik last updated 10 September 24

Updated Apple has launched brand-new AirPods 4, with updated audio, features, design and even included ANC for the first time.

Updated

AirPods Lite: release date rumours, price, design and features predictions

By Harry McKerrell last updated 9 September 24

Updated The once-rumoured AirPods Lite didn't make an appearance in 2024, but will they ever appear? We make a wishlist of features we'd like to see in these fabled cheap AirPods.

Updated

Apple AirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro 2: what are the differences?

By Kashfia Kabir published 9 September 24

With the new AirPods 4 announced, we compare how they differ compared with the five-star flagship AirPods Pro 2.

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iPhone 16 is official: price, release date and all the new features

By Joe Svetlik last updated 9 September 24

The iPhone 16 has officially been unveiled. And with the A18 processor at its core, it looks very capable indeed.

Tablets & Smartphones

Latest Features

I heard the future of wireless audio – and it could mean you never miss a flight again

By Harry McKerrell last updated 11 September 24

We've had a few run-ins with Auracast before, but now more than ever I'm starting to feel like it could be a serious step forward in audio sharing tech.

Apple AirPods 2 on a table with one earbud out of the charging case

Apple's AirPods 4 have finally killed off the AirPods (2nd Generation) – and I’m glad

By Andy Madden published 10 September 24

The arrival of two new AirPods 4 models has seen Apple’s long-in-the-stem-earbuds finally exit stage left.

Hi-Fi

AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Max 2024 range

iPhone 16 audio questions, AirPods 4 worries and more: our verdict on Apple’s event

By Alastair Stevenson published 10 September 24

The What Hi-Fi? audio and home cinema team have some strong opinions on Apple’s new phones and headphones.

Headphones

Apple’s AirPods line is in great shape, save for one sorry spec

By Becky Roberts published 10 September 24

While the AirPods 4 announced yesterday tick an abundance of boxes, one spec made my shoulders slump upon seeing it...

Headphones

The AirPods 4 with ANC have a uniquely weird design – but I think they could be great

By Tom Parsons published 9 September 24

I love the open design of the AirPods 3 but just occasionally crave a little bit of noise cancelling.

Headphones

The iPhone 16 could still look and sound better, even if Apple doesn't want to talk about it

By Lewis Empson published 9 September 24

Apple doesn't talk about picture and sound performance that often, but the iPhone 16 could still be an upgrade.

Tablets & Smartphones

AirPods 4 charging case and wireless charging

3 key bits of home cinema and audio hardware Apple didn’t unveil alongside the iPhone 16 and AirPods 4

By Alastair Stevenson published 9 September 24

The iPhone 16 and AirPods 4 look cool, but there are a few key products we’d have also like to see.

Home cinema

AirPods Max 2 were a no show – but I'm not surprised Apple went for a soft update

By Alastair Stevenson published 9 September 24

The AirPods Max remain some of the best sounding wireless headphones, so Apple has little incentive to properly upgrade them.

Headphones

Apple needs to bring this new iPhone 16 feature to the Apple TV 4K

By Lewis Empson published 9 September 24

Apple Intelligence has made its way to iPhones, but it could be right at home on the Apple TV 4K.

Streaming

Why won't Apple launch a Dolby Atmos soundbar?

By Tom Parsons published 9 September 24

Apple has all of the ingredients to produce a stunning, smart Dolby Atmos soundbar, so why doesn't it put them all together?

Home cinema

Apple’s iPhone 16 event gave us the AirPods 4, but where are the new HomePods?

By Harry McKerrell published 9 September 24

It’s been great to see Apple unveiling the AirPods 4 and iPhone 16 at this year's Glowtime showcase, but what’s with the absence of one of its best product lines?

Hi-Fi

An iPhone on a sofa with the Technics Connect app on screen, with a pair of Technics earbuds next to it

Don't be like me! Ignoring your wireless earbuds app means you're missing out on performance and features

By Lewis Empson published 9 September 24

Wireless headphone apps are often ignored; here's why you shouldn't simply connect to your phone and go.

Headphones

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Three of the best TVs with ocean waves on-screen, all on a colourful background

Best TV 2024: flagship OLEDs and affordable flatscreens tried and tested

By Tom Parsons last updated 12 September 24

Best Buys Our expert reviewers detail the best TVs they've tested across every price and size.

Best Buys

Astell & Kern music player on a magazine next to earbuds

Best portable MP3 players 2024: top hi-res music players tested by our experts

By Becky Roberts last updated 12 September 24

Best buys You can listen to music on your phone or laptop, of course, but if you want optimum sound quality, only a dedicated hi-res audio player will do.

Best buys

Wharfedale Diamond 12.3 speaker package grouped together against a grey background

Best surround sound systems 2024: home cinema speakers and soundbars put to the test

By Lewis Empson last updated 11 September 24

best buys Looking for the perfect home theater set-up? From powered speakers to soundbars to 5.1 packages, follow our guide to the best surround sound systems from budget to premium.

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Best AV receivers 2024: the top home cinema amplifiers we've tested

By Lewis Empson last updated 11 September 24

Best Buys From Dolby Atmos to HDMI 2.1, get the surround sound system you deserve with our list of the top AV amplifiers we've tried and tested.

Best Buys

Best smartphones 2024: the best phones for music and movies

By Lewis Empson last updated 11 September 24

Best Buys The best phones on the market for music, video, games, photography and more...

Best Buys

Best Bluetooth speakers 2024: tried and tested for every budget

By Harry McKerrell last updated 11 September 24

Best Buys Looking for a Bluetooth speaker? These are the best home and portable speakers money can buy, from budget wonders to burly boomboxes.

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Best Sony headphones 2024: top pairs tested by our review team

By Andy Madden last updated 10 September 24

Best Buys Sony has some truly remarkable headphones at its disposal – here are the best we've tested that you can buy.

Best Buys

Best phono preamps 2024: budget to high-end, tried and tested

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 10 September 24

best buys To be able to listen to turntables through your system, you'll need a phono stage (also called a phono preamp). These are the best models we've reviewed across all budgets and types.

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