Apple AirPlay 2: compatible devices, features and how to use it By Kashfia Kabir, Adam Smith 21 May 2021 Advice AirPlay 2 is Apple's big move into multi-room audio. But how does it work? And which devices support it? Read on for everything you need to know...
DTS Play-Fi: what is it? What speakers and devices support it? By Adam Smith, Becky Roberts 02 February 2021 DTS Play-Fi might be for you - but what is it? How can you get it? And what will it work with? The answers are below...
25 Netflix tips, tricks and features By Adam Smith 15 August 2019 Whether a binge-watching pro or streaming newbie, you can learn all of Netflix's hidden features with this handy guide.
7 of the best Sonos accessories to buy right now By Adam Smith 17 October 2018 Whether boosting the Beam, improving the Play:1 or making your multi-room even more impressive, you'll want to consider these gadgets.
Google's smart speaker with display due this year By Adam Smith 17 August 2018 The speaker will compete with Amazon's Echo Show - Google intends to ship three million units.
Naim Audio Mu-so now available in champagne finish By Adam Smith 17 August 2018 For £995 you'll be able to order the extra-swish Mu-so from John Lewis next week. Other retailers get their hands on it in October.
Harman Kardon announces Citation 500 Google Assistant smart speaker By Adam Smith 16 August 2018 The speaker is Chromecast and Bluetooth-enabled, and can be ordered from next month.
Amazon Alexa and Microsoft Cortana finally work together By Adam Smith 16 August 2018 Amazon products can now talk to Cortana for access to Microsoft software, while Windows products can now control smart lights and control music.
ITV joins NewTV, the smartphone streaming service designed to take on Netflix By Adam Smith 08 August 2018 There will be a subscription and ad-free model, with the service launching in 2019. Disney, Fox, NBC Universal, Sony Pictures, Paramount and Warner Media are all involved.
Amazon fights Chromecast with "Alexa Cast" in Amazon Music By Adam Smith 26 July 2018 You'll be able to use your smartphone to send music to any Alexa-enabled speaker, as long as you have an Amazon Music subscription.
All Alexa devices now know where you are (but it's ok) By Adam Smith 26 July 2018 All Alexa-enabled devices - not just those made by Amazon - will now be able to tell which speaker is closest to you when you give it commands.
You can now restart BBC shows on Smart TVs using the green button By Adam Smith 25 July 2018 The update goes live today, with smart televisions from Philips, Panasonic, LG, Samsung and Sony getting the feature.
Parasound introduces new Halo JC5 stereo amplifier By Adam Smith 25 July 2018 Based in part on the JC 1 monoblock, the Halo JC5 power amp costs £6999 and is available now.
Kozmophone holographic Bluetooth turntable raises £90k on Kickstarter By Adam Smith 24 July 2018 The Kozmophone comes with a detachable Bluetooth speaker, mood lighting controlled via app and a cartridge from Audio Technica.
Sony Xperia XA2 Plus is a mid-range phone with hi-res audio By Adam Smith 12 July 2018 As well as DSEE HX and LDAC processing, the phone has a 6" 18:9 Full HD+ display, a 23MP camera and runs Android Oreo.
You can now watch Dolby Vision videos on your Xbox One By Adam Smith 12 July 2018 The Xbox One X and Xbox One S will now be able to play Vision content over Netflix - but do not support Dolby Vision Blu-ray discs.
AirPlay 2 update finally reaches Sonos devices By Adam Smith 11 July 2018 The Sonos Beam, One, Playbase and second-gen Play:5 will all receive the update, letting you send audio from iPhone or iPad to multiple devices.
6 tips and tricks for getting the best Amazon Prime Day deals By Adam Smith 11 July 2018 Want to know how to get the best Prime Day deals on headphones, TVs and more? Follow these tricks to stay one step ahead...
Deezer announces lossless sound on Google Assistant speakers By Adam Smith 10 July 2018 You can now get 16bit/44.1kHz resolution music on any smart speaker with Google Assistant built in.
How to set up your tablet for the best picture and sound By Adam Smith 05 July 2018 Make your second screen look and sound its best.
BBC Sounds app replaces iPlayer Radio, takes on Spotify, Apple Music and Tidal By Adam Smith 26 June 2018 The app is available on iOS and Android, with curated podcasts, radio, and music content based upon your listening history.
Google Assistant arrives on some Sony TVs By Adam Smith 20 June 2018 The added functionality means you'll now be able to use your TV to control smart lights and thermostats, as well as being able to ask it about the weather or news.
Philips TVs to get B&W speakers in new exclusive partnership By Adam Smith 19 June 2018 The announcement comes ahead of fuller detailers scheduled for September's IFA 2018 trade show in Berlin.
Loewe adds new 65in OLED to Bild 3 range By Adam Smith 12 June 2018 The Bild 3.65 is 4K HDR OLED with built-in soundbar and a £4290 price tag.
Fire TV Cube is an Amazon Echo speaker with TV streaming By Adam Smith 11 June 2018 The merging of Amazon Fire 4K TV and Amazon Echo is the company's next entry into video streaming.
