Latest articles by Tom Parsons
A reader contacted me to ask why TVs always look rubbish in shops – this is what I told him
Is the in-your-face approach putting off potential buyers?
Sony Bravia 8 II (K55XR8M2)
A TV so good, it makes its awesome predecessor look a bit flat
12 albums from 2000 that are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year
From Eminem to Linkin Park, PJ Harvey to A Perfect Circle, these are the best albums from 2000 that are turning 25 this year.
Best Dolby Atmos soundbars 2025: our reviewers' 5 recommendations
Best Buys Add a sprinkling of immersive audio to your TV with our pick of the best Dolby Atmos soundbars.
Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 6 vs Sonos Beam Gen 2: which of these mid-range soundbars delivers the goods?
The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is nearly four years old now, so can a new challenger from Sony dethrone it?
Now Showing: 3 movies we've been obsessed with in the What Hi-Fi? test rooms
Wondering what films are best to test out your home cinema setup? We have got you covered
The awesome Sony A95L OLED TV is now cheaper than ever, but I recommend one of these alternatives instead
There’s an even cheaper rival and a new model you might want to wait for
Sky Glass Gen 2 is impressive, but I've made an OLED TV / Dolby Atmos setup that's better and costs the same
Adding Sky Stream to a great TV and soundbar is the way to go
Samsung The Premiere 5
Can Samsung’s feature-rich portable UST projector live up to the hype?
Sky Glass Gen 2
A big upgrade and a very compelling all-in-one TV, soundbar and TV service solution – but the costs soon mount up.
Quick! Get an £1100 discount on a 55-inch LG OLED TV while you still can
An absolute steal for a 55-inch OLED TV – especially one from LG
Forget Letterboxd and JustWatch – this rival app has one killer feature that I now can’t live without
Ever started a show and forgotten all about it? This app will fix that
There’s only one new feature that I want the next Apple TV 4K to have, but it’s too nerdy for Apple to ever consider
There aren't many ways the Apple TV 4K can be improved, but I can think of one neat upgrade for us home cinema specialists
This Apple TV 4K Dolby Atmos hack has been a game-changer for my system
Lip-sync issues with the AirPods Max sent me down a sound and video settings rabbit hole
Best subwoofers 2025: brilliant bass for music and movies
Best Buys Whether it's for extra rumble in those movie scenes or more bottom-end from your favourite beats, a dedicated subwoofer is what you need.
Best soundbars 2025: options for every need, recommended by our experts
Best Buys Our experts pick the very best soundbars to help you boost your home cinema sound, no matter your budget.
Best cheap TVs 2025: 6 fantastic value sets for movie fans tested
best buys For very little money you can buy a 4K HDR TV with a great smart platform and decent gaming specs.
Best LG C4 deals: resist the new C5 and get the Award-winning C4 OLED TV at the lowest price
LG's step-down is still one of the best OLED TVs you can buy. Here's where to find the best deals.
HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know
In-depth Ever wondered what the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) input on your TV means? And where does the newer HDMI eARC fit in?
LG G5 vs G4: is LG's new flagship OLED worth the extra money?
LG's new flagship TV has Primary RGB Tandem OLED technology. But is it actually a better TV?
This relatively niche projector category has suddenly become my favourite – and is perfect if you already own a nice TV
But there are a couple of problems that still need to be fixed
Nebula X1
Nebula’s hefty 4K projector delivers powerful audio and easy usability in a semi-portable package
Best LG TVs 2025: 4 top sets tried, tested and recommended by our experts
Best Buys Pick the right LG TV and you'll be treated to some of the best pictures on the market. Here's our pick of LG's current crop.
