Hi-Fi

What Hi-Fi? (and my dad) got me into hi-fi, and as it turns 50, I can still remember one review in particular

By Alastair Stevenson Published

This micro system had a big impact on my formative years, even though I never got to hear it

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CD Players
Three Roberts Revere radios on a wooden shelf
Roberts’ new collection of all-in-one stereo systems brings together the “ritual of physical listening and the convenience of modern technology”

By Ioan Hazell Published

The Revere collection features models with built-in CD players and internet radio

Radio
FiiO DP11 in black and silver
FiiO’s new CD player wants to do it all – with a DAC, pre-amplifier and more

By Ioan Hazell Published

The DP11 seems to be a jack of all trades

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CD Players
The Velvet Underground Vinylphyle reissue sleeve
This classic 1969 album by The Velvet Underground is getting a “vinylphyle” upgrade

By Ioan Hazell Published

The new release features Lou Reed’s original “closet mix”

Vinyl
3D TV, Sonos and Spotify – former What Hi-Fi? editor recalls a time of huge transition, including the launch of the website and the "pivot to video"

By Dominic Dawes Published

The late ’00s brought streaming, iPads, 3D TVS and more, while What Hi-Fi? added more TVs and home cinema to its mission and went online…

Hi-Fi
Quiz! We’ve created a beginner-friendly hi-fi wordsearch for audio fans

By Andy Madden Published

Hunt down 13 classic brands

Hi-Fi
ALL HI-FI

Headphones

Nothing Headphone (1) Pro wireless headphones on a black background
Nothing's flagship wireless headphones are "ludicrously over-engineered" to deliver its "best listening experience ever"

By Harry McKerrell Published

Wireless Headphones
Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds on man with sunglasses and red fleece
Bose’s new Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds aim to “set a new standard for what wired earbuds can be”

By Ioan Hazell Published

Wired Earbuds
A black pair of Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 and black pair of Sony WF-1000XM6 wireless earbuds on a red and grey background with a white versus sign between them.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 vs Sony WF-1000XM6: which five-star earbuds are better?

By Joe Svetlik Published

Wireless Earbuds
The Sonos Ace Ultra and Sonos Ace headphones on a grey and red background with a white versus sign between them.
Sonos Ace Ultra vs Sonos Ace: which pair of premium wireless headphones is best?

By Andy Madden, Joe Svetlik Last updated

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Wireless Headphones
Sonos Ace Ultra wireless headphones
I lived with the Sonos Ace Ultra – here are 4 key ways the new headphones are better than the original Ace

By Harry McKerrell Published

Wireless Headphones
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 wireless earbuds
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5

By Harry McKerrell Published

Wireless Earbuds
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Speakers

HomePod Mini 2 in various colours arranged in a row
No, for real this time! A HomePod Mini 2 is on its way, and you're spoiled for choice when it comes to finishes

By Harry McKerrell Published

A new HomePod before GTA VI? We are so back

Wireless Speakers
Tribit StormBox Max on table with phone plugged into it
Tribit’s new Bluetooth speaker is “designed to make music sound bigger without sacrificing portability”

By Ioan Hazell Published

The StormBox Max features Bluetooth Multipoint, adjustable EQ and 20 hours of battery life

Wireless Speakers
KEF LS3/5A and Graham Audio LS5/9 on white desk
Two different monitors, decades old in design – I compared two legendary BBC speakers to find out if their performance still holds up today

By Ketan Bharadia Published

We’ve had current samples of two legendary BBC speakers – the LS3/5A and the LS5/9 – in our test rooms, and have been comparing how they sound.

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Hi-Fi Speakers
REL’s flagship stackable subwoofers offer upgraded technology – but their eye-watering price may be a drawback

By Robyn Quick Published

Over ten grand for a single subwoofer?

Subwoofers
Tired of charging your speaker every weekend? This half-price, Award-winning JBL with a 24-hour battery will outlast even your longest party

By Daniel Furn Published

I've found the perfect speaker for Autumn weekend gatherings

Wireless Speakers
Wharfedale’s Nova series subwoofers aim for “balance, texture and precision”

By Joe Svetlik Published

A more refined approach to bass

Subwoofers
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TV & Home Cinema

JBL’s new soundbar series can fold into a U-shape – and that’s not the only flexible feature

By Robyn Quick Published

Owners of this JBL portable speaker are in luck

Soundbars
I put two mid-range Dolby Atmos soundbars head to head – and it's clear which one is best for your living room

By Robyn Quick Published

Which five-star model comes out on top?

Soundbars
After nearly half a decade, the small, next-gen OLED TVs I've been waiting for are finally here

By Lewis Empson Published

But will I actually buy one this year?

Televisions
Quick! This remarkably watchable RGB Mini LED TV is half price

By Daniel Furn Published

There's Dolby Vision 2 support too

Televisions
Samsung R95H RGB Mini LED TV
Samsung R95H (MRE65R95H)

By Lewis Empson Published

Can Samsung’s flagship Micro RGB TV match the performance of its five-star OLED counterpart?

Televisions
We’ve just reviewed this five-star Hisense projector – and there’s already £100 cashback and a free Xbox controller available

By Daniel Furn Published

One for home cinema aficionados and gamers

Projectors
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Streaming & Entertainment

Qobuz AI label
Qobuz has started tagging AI music – but is anybody listening to it anyway?

By Ioan Hazell Published

Just 0.38 per cent of the platform's streams come from AI-generated tracks

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Streaming & Entertainment
“We wanted to have a product to compete with the likes of Apple TV and Sky Stream” Vodafone reveals its plans to conquer streaming

By Daniel Furn Published

We talk to the network giant about its plans for streaming, set-top boxes and more

Streaming Hardware
Apple Music now has its own concert venue at its London Battersea HQ

By Joe Svetlik Published

Events from Apple Music Hall will be recorded in Spatial Audio and streamed on Apple Music

Music Streaming
Why the Emmy-winning Widow's Bay is a brilliant test for your TV and sound system (and your nerves)

By Tom Wiggins Published

Apple TV’s latest hit swept the board at the Emmys this week and it’s a winner in technical terms, too

Streaming & Entertainment
DJ Shadow’s landmark debut album turns 30 this week – here’s what makes Endtroducing a unique test for your hi-fi

By Tom Wiggins Published

Even after three decades there’s still nothing else that sounds quite like it

Music Streaming
I spent a week with the Vodafone TV – here are three things I like and two I don't

By Daniel Furn Published

There’s a lot of promise in Vodafone’s set-top streaming box, but there are still a few unknowns that could trip it up

Streaming Hardware
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More from What Hi-Fi?

A Swiss Army knife CD player, Sonos Beam and Ace Ultra reviews, next-gen upgrade for wireless headphones and more

By Alastair Stevenson Published

All the latest hi-fi and home cinema news, explained by our experts

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Our experts pick the best deals on 65-inch TVs, newly reviewed projectors and Award-winning speakers

By Daniel Furn Published

Half-price discounts, free soundbars and more

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Celebrating International Podcast Day? Our experts pick 8 of the best speakers and headphones for vocal clarity as well as music

By Daniel Furn Published

Give your podcasts as well as your music some love

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A five-star integrated amplifier tested, confirmed fix for Sony OLED TVs and dinky treat for vinyl fans – all the latest news explained by our experts

By Alastair Stevenson Published

It was quite a busy week in the world of hi-fi and home cinema…

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The four star-studded movies (and one TV show) we have been using to test our home cinema kit this month

By Robyn Quick Published

From web-slingers to Transformers

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The best deals on five-star Sony headphones, premium JBL AVRs and Award-winning soundbar systems, handpicked by our experts

By Daniel Furn Published

With an exclusive What Hi-Fi? promo code, just for our readers

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