LG’s latest OLED TVs include an alternative to Dolby Atmos made by its biggest rival
This open-source immersive audio format is coming to more TVs
Hi-Fi
"Hugely capable and surprisingly unfussy" – this streaming and vinyl hi-fi system is a premium package, but you'll be richly rewarded
Rega, Arcam and Epos combine to offer a wonderfully expressive set-up
Best music streamers 2026: top network audio players tested by our experts
Best Buys Music streamers are a convenient and versatile one-box solution for getting high-quality digital music from multiple online sources.
Marquee audio brands Focal and Naim will soon have a new owner
Their parent company is being taken over by Belgian firm Barco
Burson’s new premium head-fi range is built to shine a spotlight on your headphones’ sonic talents
Burson’s Stellar Series comprises the Conductor and Soloist
Headphones
Philips' do-it-all micro system boasts AirPlay 2 and Tidal Connect alongside a built-in CD player
Activo's affordable wired buds feature a five-driver array for "full-bodied" bass and "articulate highs"
Speakers
Elipson's active bookshelf speakers feature HDMI ARC and phono stage for a "high performance audio solution"
The Prestige Facet II 6 Active BT is yours for £599
Philips' 1980s-inspired portable audio range combines colourful designs with modern technology
Four-strong product range in bold yellow colours
Best wireless speakers 2026: tried and tested by our expert team
Best Buys Whether you're spending big or currently coin conscious, these are the best wireless speakers on the market
Marshall is bringing big party speaker vibes to a smaller but still powerful form
With massive 40-hour battery life and an integrated light show
TV & Home Cinema
Samsung and Sony need to up their game if they want to beat our new recommended OLED TV
Despite a modest specification bump, the LG’s 65-inch step-down OLED is a big hit with our reviewers
Philips announces 2026 TV lineup with Tandem OLED, RGB Mini LED and Dolby Vision 2 Max
Philips is going all-in with its 2026 TVs
Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2
One of the newest kids on the projector block is out to make a statement.
Philips' latest Dolby Atmos soundbar is gunning for an Award-winner
Along with two new budget models
Streaming & Entertainment
Forget the Oscars, this wildly underrated western has one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard
The Wild West's best
Disney+ has brought back Dolby Vision HDR for Premium subscribers
The service dropped it last month in a patent dispute
Spotify claims it saved the music industry – but who will save us from the streaming model?
Many musicians would scoff if you told them Spotify has saved the music industry
HBO Max launches in the UK this month – and I'm actually excited for a new streaming service
HBO Max has its own issues, but AV fans might want to take note
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Another week, another entry into our regular hi-fi and home cinema news digest
