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An early prototype of a Samsung soundbar photographed on a table surrounded by Genelec studio monitors
I’ve had a top-secret listen to the future of Samsung’s Dolby Atmos soundbars, and it sounds deeply impressive

By Tom Parsons Published

I’m one of the first non-Samsung people to hear the brand’s new prototype soundbar tech, and it could be a game-changer when it arrives.

Soundbars
Bose Open Earbuds, Sony LinkBuds and Huawei FreeClip in-hand
What are open earbuds? How do the headphones work and are they worth it?

By Andy Madden Last updated

Open earbuds put a new spin on traditional in-ear headphones – here's everything you need to know.

Wireless Earbuds
A black and white photo of all four members of The Beatles jumping in air
12 of the best songs by The Beatles to test your hi-fi system

By Simon Lucas Published

To the toppermost of the poppermost!

Streaming & Entertainment
Compact Disc’s star has faded, but I like it anyway
Compact Disc’s star has faded, but I like it anyway

By Ketan Bharadia Published

Even in the age of streaming, the humble Compact Disc still has plenty of appeal.

CD Players
best Björk tracks to test your hi-fi system
10 of the best Björk tracks to test your hi-fi system

By Harry McKerrell Published

We’ve curated the finest tracks from Iceland's finest singer-songwriter so that you can put your gear through the wringer.

Streaming & Entertainment
The iPhone 15 has USB-C, but is it the hi-res audio upgrade we've all been waiting for?
The iPhone 15 has USB-C, but is it the hi-res audio upgrade we've all been waiting for?

By Kashfia Kabir Published

The iPhone 15's move to USB-C could be a game-changer in portable hi-fi, with an easier path for using DACs and wired headphones.

Headphones
Apple AirPods Max headband
The AirPods Max 2 were a no-show at the iPhone 15 launch – and that's a massive shame

By Harry McKerrell Published

The Apple September Event gave us the new iPhone, mobile AAA gaming and new smartwatches, but no new AirPods Max.

Wireless Headphones
Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max
2021 iPhones and iPads could be in short supply

By Tom Bailey Published

Apple has announced a huge $22 billion profit, but global chip shortages could cause the iPhone maker a few headaches...

Smartphones & Tablets
2021 iPhone to be called 'iPhone 13', new Pro model could have top-tier camera
2021 iPhone to be called 'iPhone 13', Pro model set for bigger, better camera?

By What Hi-Fi? Published

An eagle-eyed Twitter user and a supply chain source have revealed yet more about Apple's rumoured iPhone 13...

Smartphones
Yamaha 2021 Aventage AVR line-up: everything you need to know
Yamaha 2021 Aventage AVR line-up: everything you need to know

By Mary Stone Published

A full rundown of all of the tech highlights and individual models that make up the 2021 Yamaha Aventage line-up.

AV Receivers
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