Latest articles by Simon Lucas
Onkyo and Pioneer add Chromecast and Google Home voice control
A firmware update will deliver integrated streaming and voice control to numerous Onkyo and Pioneer products
11 of the best Record Store Day 2017 releases
The 10th annual Record Store Day 2017 is tomorrow!
The best-selling vinyl of 2017 so far
You'll be unsurprised to learn the name 'Ed Sheeran' features prominently.
The biggest reissue treatment ever: Sgt. Pepper's 50th anniversary
They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile.
Yamaha's new WXAD-10 adapter brings MusicCast to everyone
The WXAD-10 MusicCast adapter can add multiroom and streaming possibilities to any audio system.
Bang & Olufsen introduces BeoSound Shape, a wall-mounted wireless speaker system
Available in a variety of sizes and colours, BeoSound Shape aims to be completely customisable.
V-Moda unveils new Crossfade 2 wireless on-ear headphones
Better battery life, Hi-Res Audio certification and shiny new finishes mark out Crossfade 2.
NAD's new C338 stereo amplifier has Chromecast built in
NAD is claiming "class-leading performance and flexibility" for its new C338 integrated amp
Chord Company debuts new Sarum T cable range
For the first time, the company's Taylon technology is incorporated into more 'affordable' products, although prices start at £1800.
Pioneer unveils MS5Ts, 'the world's most affordable' hi-res headphones
Pioneer claims its SE-MS5-T headphones are the most affordable hi-res certified over-ears in the world
CES 2017: Sony unveils UBP-X800 4K Blu-ray player and Dolby Atmos soundbar
Sony has launched a trio of exciting new home cinema products, including a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player, Dolby Atmos soundbar and new AV receiver...
Hisense ready to rule the world with 100in Laser TV and 4K ULED range
The Chinese brand redefines the word ‘confidence’ at its CES 2017 press conference.
Technics unveils new SL-1200GR turntable, stereo amp and speakers
The revitalised Technics brand today announced an expansion of its stereo range, with the latest incarnation of its legendary SL-1200 turntable, a pair of floorstanding speakers and a new amplifier.
CES 2017: Panasonic unveils flagship EZ1002 OLED TV
Ahead of its press conference at CES 2017, Panasonic has announced its second-generation OLED TV, the flagship EZ1002...
CES 2017: Panasonic launches three new 4K Blu-ray players
Panasonic has unveiled three new Ultra HD Blu-ray players, the DMP-UB400, DMP-UB310 and DMP-UB300, boasting support for 4K and future-proofing for 8K video, plus hi-res audio.
JVC DLA-Z1: £30k 4K HDR projector launches this December
JVC's DLA-Z1 is likely to be the world's first projector with "THX 4K Display" approval.
Toshiba partners with Vestel for a new European presence
A new licensing agreement should benefit both parties
Dolby Labs, the National Film and Television School, and the best sound around
The NFTS has some very auspicious alumni – yesterday Zoltan Juhasz (above left) took a big step towards joining the list, winning its prestigious Best Sound Design Award for 2016.
T. Rex: Born to Boogie reissue – Blu-ray review
Born to Boogie, a 1972 concert film featuring Marc Bolan and T. Rex, is getting the reissue treatment.
ISE 2016: news, highlights, best new products
The 13th annual Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show in Amsterdam runs from Tuesday 9th February until the 12th – and we've been reporting live.
Electrocompaniet launches new wireless speakers at ISE 2016
SL-1 and L-1 are the first of an extensive upcoming wireless streaming range
Elipson shows thorough new turntable range at ISE 2016
New record players embrace absolute modernity
Amphion adds colour to its Helium range
A wide choice of grille finishes makes Amphion's ISE 2016 stand more vivid than most
