Lewis Empson
Lewis Empson is a Senior Staff Writer on What Hi-Fi?. He was previously Gaming and Digital editor for Cardiff University's 'Quench Magazine', Lewis graduated in 2021 and has since worked on a selection of lifestyle magazines and regional newspapers. Outside of work, he enjoys gaming, gigs and regular cinema trips.
Latest articles by Lewis Empson

The hotly rumoured new Apple TV 4K streamer still isn't here – I'm not surprised, but I am losing patience
By Lewis Empson published
The best streaming device is overdue for an upgrade

Apple officially announces the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro with brighter OLED displays and massive battery life upgrades
By Lewis Empson published
The iPhone 17 series is a bigger upgrade than we expected
One of my favourite sci-fi films is getting a long-overdue 4K Blu-ray release complete with Dolby Atmos and Vision
By Lewis Empson published
The Grid has never looked so good

Hisense could lead the RGB LED revolution with smaller and cheaper models launching next year
By Lewis Empson published
Next-gen TVs are on the way...

Four companies are making next-gen RGB LED TVs, and I saw them all in the space of 24 hours – here's what the new panel technology does best
By Lewis Empson published
IFA 2025 saw the launch of some exciting new TV technology

I stood in the shadow of Samsung's gigantic Micro RGB TV at IFA 2025 – here's what I liked and didn't like
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung's huge, bright and colourful new TV showed some serious promise

I quizzed Sony about its mysterious next-generation OLED-killing TV – here are 3 surprising things I learned
By Lewis Empson published
RGB LED is fast approaching, and Sony is taking it to the next level

Samsung's new duo of OLED-touting tablets want to be your new "home cinema in a hand"
By Lewis Empson published
Plus, yet another Galaxy S25 variant makes an appearance

Samsung S95F (QE65S95F)
By Tom Parsons published
Not only Samsung’s best-ever OLED, but perhaps its best-ever TV, period.

8 standout tracks we've been enjoying in our listening rooms this past month
By Harry McKerrell published
Deftones! Cmat! Wunderhorse! Jazz!

I love this older OLED TV, but I'd buy its biggest rival instead right now
By Lewis Empson published
Scoping out an older OLED could save you some serious cash

I've upgraded my TV for a bigger screen size, and it's taught me that bigger really is better when it comes to home cinema
By Lewis Empson published
The jump from 55 inches to 65 inches seals the cinematic deal

Sony could beat Samsung and Hisense to the punch with two new RGB Mini LED TVs in 2026
By Lewis Empson published
Will we see the Bravia 9 II next year?

Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
By Esat Dedezade published
Samsung's refined flagship delivers premium build quality, a vibrant display, and all-day battery life – ideal if you don’t need the extra bells and whistles of its pricier Ultra sibling.

Google TV is getting a huge performance upgrade – but you're going to have to wait for it
By Lewis Empson published
Quicker app launching and improved 4K and 8K performance are on the way

Best Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray players 2025: budget to premium disc players
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys The best Blu-ray players guarantee awesome picture quality and excellent sound from Full HD and 4K Blu-rays.

This new TV trend championed by Hisense and Samsung is a huge win for sustainability – now I wish every TV manufacturer would join in
By Lewis Empson published
LG isn't far behind either

Hey Google, where is the Pixel Tablet 2 music fans have been waiting for?
By Lewis Empson published
A new audio-first tablet would be a perfect addition to the new range

Panasonic Z95B (TV-65Z95B)
By Lewis Empson published
Can Panasonic’s highly anticipated OLED TV live up to the lofty expectations?

Samsung bites back against TCL and Hisense by launching its own 115-inch Mini LED TV
By Lewis Empson published
Big screens with big price tags

Do you really need a new TV? These 3 simple tips are eco-friendly solutions that could also save you money
By Lewis Empson published
Stop! Try these before you bin your TV

This Award-winning 4K projector delivers a fuss-free cinematic image that you'll love – and it's £150 off right now
By Lewis Empson published
The W1800 is a gem of a projector, and it's even cheaper than usual

I set up a garden cinema with Xgimi's latest portable projector – it was going so well, before one thing let it down
By Lewis Empson published
Its big portable feature is also a bit of a letdown
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