
Joe Svetlik
Joe has been writing about tech for 20 years, first on staff at T3 magazine, then in a freelance capacity for Stuff, The Sunday Times Travel Magazine (now defunct), Men's Health, GQ, The Mirror, Trusted Reviews, TechRadar and many more. His specialities include all things mobile, headphones and speakers that he can't justifying spending money on.
Latest articles by Joe Svetlik

Down with Spotify! These 6 independent music streaming services want a better experience for musicians and listeners alike
By Joe Svetlik published
These music services think the streaming model is broken – and want to fix it

Pro-Ject's new flagship CD transport has a built-in DAC and plenty of versatility
By Joe Svetlik published
Because more connection options is always a good thing

All I want for Christmas is this record-breaking Mariah Carey demo tape that sold for $50,000 at auction
By Joe Svetlik published
I don't want a lot for Christmas...

The WiiM Sound Lite smart speaker arrives with no screen or remote, but a lower price
By Joe Svetlik published
At just £229, the Sound Lite is £70 cheaper than the full-fat WiiM Sound

FiiO's new portable CD player has hi-res Bluetooth and doubles as a DAC
By Joe Svetlik published
Is there anything it can't do?

Sennheiser HDB 630 vs Sony WH-1000XM6: which wireless headphones should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik published
Does Sennheiser's nifty accessory elevate its new headphones above Sony's finest?

Apple Music vs Spotify: which is better?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
The two giants of music streaming each offer compelling experiences, but which service deserves your monthly outlay?

HBO Max is coming to the UK next year – here's what it means for Sky customers
By Joe Svetlik published
The broadcasters' partnership continues – but a lot of uncertainty surrounds the launch of HBO Max

Bose QC Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) vs Bose QC Ultra Headphones (1st Gen): which headphones are better?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Bose's new QC Ultra Headphones bring some meaningful upgrades over the originals.

These 7 films have been dazzling us in our test room this month – and will give your home cinema system a workout
By Robyn Quick published
From nail-biting horror to superb superheroes

The best Black Friday streaming service deals: big money off music and video, free trials and more
By Joe Svetlik published
Stream for less this Black Friday

You may be missing out on the lowest price this Black Friday – unless you remember this one trick
By Joe Svetlik last updated
And it only takes a few seconds

The best Black Friday headphone deals under £100: these 14 pairs won't break the bank
By Joe Svetlik last updated
There are plenty of five-star models at this price

Should you buy a TCL TV? Our verdict on its best low-price, big-screen TVs
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Updated TCL 4K TVs can be super-cheap, but should you buy one if there's a good deal to be had? Read on for some sage advice...

Wharfedale's new Diamond 12i speaker range refines the design and bass response without raising the price
By Joe Svetlik published
43 years after it first launched, the Diamond range keeps on improving

Which Amazon Fire TV Stick should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Our thoughts on Amazon's extensive range of affordable video streamers and which ones you should really consider.

The Amazon Black Friday sale is officially live – and we’ve picked the 17 best hi-fi and home cinema deals
By Joe Svetlik published
New deals have sprung up, while existing discounts have gotten bigger. Welcome to Black Friday 2025.

Looking to buy a soundbar? Here's which models fit which TVs
By Joe Svetlik published
Measure up to avoid buyer's remorse...

The ones we've been waiting for! Sony's five-star headphones and earbuds are now discounted for Black Friday
By Joe Svetlik published
These two models have won so many Awards in their time...

Sony WH-1000XM5 vs WH-1000XM4: which headphones should you buy?
By Joe Svetlik last updated
Sony's range-topping wireless headphones have big improvements on their predecessors. But are they worth the higher price?

QLED vs LED: the two TV panel technologies compared
By Luke Edwards, Joe Svetlik last updated
Knowing the differences between QLED and LED TVs will help you decide which (if either) would be best for you.

This speaker is made from a Lamborghini exhaust pipe – and costs more than a Vauxhall Corsa
By Joe Svetlik published
£35,000 could buy you an actual car, but wouldn't you rather have this Bluetooth speaker styled on a Lamborghini supercar?

This Sky Glass add-on will stop working next month – here's how to get a refund
By Joe Svetlik published
Sky Live, the motion-sensing camera, will stop working on 4th December. Here's what you need to know.
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