Latest articles by Becky Roberts
Boxing Day audio & AV sales in Australia 2025: all you need to know about the final sale of the year
The Boxing Day deals are right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know to get yourself the best audio and AV deals...
From college-room creations to British hi-fi icons, Arcam’s John Dawson reflects on 50 proud years of electronics engineering
And his run is far from over
Sennheiser HDB 630
Sennheiser’s latest flagship noise-cancellers go the extra mile to improve on-the-go sound. Have Sony’s Award-winning WH-1000XM6 finally met their match?
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
Bose’s best ANC headphones yet address some of the features missing from the original Ultra while further improving performance.
Best turntable speakers 2025: top options for your record player
Best Buys Looking for the best speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a versatile range of options to suit all budgets and needs.
Bluesound Node Icon vs Cambridge Audio CXN100: which premium five-star streamer reigns supreme?
Two hi-fi music-streamer greats share the battlefield once more, this time armed with their latest premium five-star offerings.
Audio-Technica ATH-R30x
Decent budget open-back headphones are few and far between, which makes the recent arrival of Audio-Technica’s entry-level model all the more welcome.
Pure Classic Aura
Pure’s classic kitchen-top Bluetooth speaker serves up a fun twist, but how well does it take care of the serious business?
9 horror movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV and Disney+ to get into the Halloween spirit this weekend
Prepare for some film fright nights
Tidal vs Spotify: which streaming service is best for you?
We compare Spotify and Tidal to see which music streaming service offers the most for its monthly subscription fee...
Steve Sells interview: the career highlights of a Naim legend whose 27-year “big amp” dream finally became a reality
How an amplifier obsession blossomed during stints at Britain’s most iconic audio companies
Best stereo amplifiers 2025: 9 class leaders chosen by our review experts
Best Buys Breathe life into your hi-fi system with a new integrated amp
Hi-res music streaming services compared: is Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon or Apple Music better?
As the battle to dominate hi-res audio streaming intensifies, we look at which platforms offer the most for your money...
What is high-resolution audio? And is hi-res music worth it?
Hi-res audio is the pinnacle for digital music fans, but what is it, how can you get it, and what kit do you need to listen to it?
Spotify Lossless: release date, price and all the official details on the long-awaited higher-quality streams
Everything you need to know about Spotify's new Lossless better-than-CD quality streaming tier.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2025 day 7: the best Australian headphone, hi-fi and home cinema discounts now live
Amazon Prime Day Amazon's big October Prime sale is back for another round in 2025, and there's still excellent audio and AV bargains worth considering
Best headphone amplifiers 2025: expert picks to boost your personal listening
Best Buys Our expert pick of the best headphone amps includes affordable, portable models as well as premium units for home listening.
Integrated vs pre/power amplification: the pros, cons and which is best for you
How integrated amplifiers compare to pre/power pairings when it comes to price, performance, system matching and upgradeability.
Best computer speakers 2025: upgrade your desktop audio with our 5 expert picks
Best Buys The best desktop speakers deliver great sound without taking up too much space, ideal for a small room or home office.
Best noise-cancelling headphones 2025 – tested by our in-house review experts
Best Buys The best ANC headphones silence the noisy outside world, leaving you and your tunes uninterrupted
Best wired headphones 2025: the 7 top pairs tested by our review experts
Best buys Wired is the way if you want the best sound for your money
Spotify snubbing spatial audio could be the smartest decision it ever makes
Spatial audio is perhaps the only box Spotify now leaves unticked, but is that a deal breaker?
Spotify
UPDATED Now that hi-res Lossless streaming is here, is Spotify the world’s best music service again?
