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Latest Australian updates

Gold Note PH-1000 review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Gold Note's PH-1000 is a feature-rich, near-perfect phono stage with a gorgeous design.

German designer brand Loewe announces new Bild i series of TVs for Australia

By Sound+Image

Loewe is launching its new Bild i series of luxury TVs in Australia, starting at AU$3999 and available from October.

Velodyne DB-12 review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Velodyne's 'Deep Blue' 12 is a simple subwoofer that offers excellent performance, especially considering its low cost.

Floorstanding Speaker: Paradigm Premier 800F

Paradigm Premier 800F review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Paradigm's slew of technical tweaks in the Premier 800F help it to deliver stunningly accurate audio for those seeking the truest of listening experiences.

Silent Angel Rhein Z1 V2 review

By Australian Hi-Fi

The Silent Angel Rhein Z1 V2 is a powerful, capable and sleek music streamer that aims to be the audio-source heart of your setup.

Aussie smart homes: Coast with the most!

By Jez Ford

Nine audio zones, five 4K video zones, full Savant control of the whole home – and not a bad view outside. Len Wallis Audio delivered this take on intelligent smart living, made rather comfy.

Linn serves up super savings on its Majik and Selekt all-in-one streamer-amps

By Australian Hi-Fi

Special trade-in deals on Linn’s all-in-one streaming solutions run from September 6 until October 31.

Sound+Image Custom Installation Showcase

World-class Australian home theatres & smart homes

By Sound+Image

Sound+Image presents world-class Australian custom installation home theatres, smart homes and music systems.

Latest Reviews

LG OLED65G1 OLED Evo TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

The G1 is currently the only way to get LG’s new 'OLED Evo’ OLED panel – so should you buy one?

Cyrus CDi-XR review

By What Hi-Fi?

Cyrus’s CDi-XR feels more familiar than we were expecting but delivers great sound for the money.

Gold Note PH-1000 review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Gold Note's PH-1000 is a feature-rich, near-perfect phono stage with a gorgeous design.

Dynaudio Emit 30 review

By What Hi-Fi?

Dynaudio’s Emit 30s are talented floorstanders, though not the last word in excitement.

Panasonic TX-55JZ1500B OLED TV review

By What Hi-Fi?

Panasonic’s flagship picture is now untethered from its flagship sound and the result is an excellent, if expensive, TV.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 review

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Samsung’s lightest Galaxy earbuds to date deliver the best-value performance at their price?

Dynaudio Confidence 20 review

By What Hi-Fi?

The Dynaudio Confidence 20 standmounters are hugely accomplished and insightful performers.

Samsung QN55QN90A review

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Samsung trim the fat from its top 4K TV without losing the flavor?

Velodyne DB-12 review

By Australian Hi-Fi

Velodyne's 'Deep Blue' 12 is a simple subwoofer that offers excellent performance, especially considering its low cost.

iFi Zen DAC V2 review

By What Hi-Fi?

iFi squeezes more performance out of its Award-winning budget DAC/headphone amp.

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Latest News

New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: streaming special!

By Chris Burke

Get the most out of your digital music with our streaming special in the new September issue of What Hi-Fi?

Apple reveals iPhone 13 battery sizes plus 7-minute phone guide video

Apple reveals iPhone 13 battery sizes, uploads 7-minute hands-on video

By Joe Svetlik

iPhone 13 batteries are on average 13% bigger across the range compared to iPhone 12.

T+A unveils three-strong 200 Series of premium hi-fi separates

By Becky Scarrott

Although the 200 series is based on the 2020-issue HA 200 headphone amp and DAC in terms of tech, the external design of the Series 200 reaches as far back as 1993.

Good news: Sony’s updated PS5 console isn’t worse than the original

By Esat Dedezade

Fears about less power and overheating can be put to rest. Phew...

iPhone 13 pre-orders open today, shipping commences 24th September

By Joe Svetlik

You can pre-order every iPhone 13 model today, with shipping starting 24th September.

Elipson Music Centre Connect HD adds streaming to the all-in-one device

By Joe Svetlik

The new device adds wi-fi to the existing Music Centre HD, so you can stream and use it as a multi-room system.

Marshall reveals its first pair of ANC-toting wireless earbuds

By Esat Dedezade

Back in black, with iconic Marshall styling to match

Sony WF-C500 sporty earbuds leak with waterproofing and budget price

By Joe Svetlik

Sony's latest true wireless earbuds have a sporty bent, after they were accidentally posted online early by a retailer.

PS5 software update brings 3D Audio to your TV speakers

By Dan Sung

Second major PS5 software update brings better audio, more social options and local game playback.

Vinyl is still winning: sales are up 94% in 2021 with $467m revenue Stateside

By Becky Scarrott

The Record Industry Association of America has spoken, and it says that takings from CD sales have increased just 44% to $205m in the first half of 2021...

German designer brand Loewe announces new Bild i series of TVs for Australia

By Sound+Image

Loewe is launching its new Bild i series of luxury TVs in Australia, starting at AU$3999 and available from October.

Apple officially unveils new iPhone 13 range, includes 120Hz displays, larger batteries

By Esat Dedezade

New year, new iPhones, with plenty of new tech to sink your teeth into, including faster displays and larger batteries.

Big screen Apple iPad Mini 6 and more powerful iPad 9 break cover

By Dan Sung

Apple has unveiled the iPad 9 and iPad Mini 6 with more powerful processors, upgraded cameras, speakers and more.

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Latest Advice

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 vs Galaxy Buds Pro: which should you buy?

By What Hi-Fi?

Can Samsung's 2021 wireless earbuds top their predecessors? Let's find out as we pit the Galaxy Buds 2 against the Galaxy Buds Pro...

iPhone 13: release date, price, specs and all of the news

By What Hi-Fi?

The new iPhone 13 is official, launching alongside the iPhone 13 Pro, and featuring a 120Hz screen and the A15 Bionic chip.

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max: which should you buy?

By Esat Dedezade

Should you snap up a shiny new iPhone now, or wait another year before upgrading?

Apple iPad 9 (2021) vs iPad 8 (2020): Which iPad should you buy?

By Joe Svetlik

Apple's ninth-generation iPad has plenty of improvements, but are they enough to warrant buying it over the eighth-gen model?

Wireless over-ear headphones: JBL Tour One (with Bluetooth 5.0)

Bluetooth 5: everything you need to know

By Joe Svetlik, Becky Scarrott

Bluetooth 5, 5.1, 5.2 and now 5.3 standards bring better wireless range, higher speeds, bigger broadcasting capacity and more efficient Low Energy (LE) audio. But which products support Bluetooth 5 and above?

iPad 9 (2021): release date, price, specs and all of the news

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple has launched a new entry-level iPad 9, complete with A13 Bionic chip, upgraded front camera and True Tone display

New Apple iPad Mini 6 (2021): release date, price and specs

By Joe Svetlik, Tom Parsons

Everything you need to know about Apple's next iPad Mini, including the bigger screen, USB-C port and new processor.

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 12: which should you buy?

By Esat Dedezade

The new iPhone 13 claims to be brighter, faster, and longer-lasting than the iPhone 12. Is upgrading a no-brainer?

AirPods 3: price, design, release date, leaks, rumours and news

AirPods 3: release date, price, leaks and all the news

By What Hi-Fi?

Apple's new AirPods 3 are expected to be similar in design to the AirPods Pro, but what will set the two models apart?

Latest Features

Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2021

By Andrew Murphy

Every time a new issue of What Hi-Fi? is published, we update our playlist (on Deezer, Qobuz, Spotify and Tidal) with music we've been listening to in the last month. So please, join us.

16 of the best Dolby Atmos movie scenes to test your home cinema sound

By Mary Stone

We run down our favourite film scenes that need to be heard in Dolby Atmos.

The best Dolby Vision movies to test your TV

By Mary Stone

We run down our favourite films that need to be watched in Dolby Vision.

Inside the Bowers & Wilkins factory to see the new 800 D4 speakers

By Joe Cox

We took a tour of B&W's factory in Worthing, England to see the latest 800 Series Diamond speakers being manufactured.

The tech endangered list: are these devices and formats the next to go?

By What Hi-Fi?

What will be this generation's Betamax and 3D? We gaze into our crystal ball to find out.

Aussie smart homes: Coast with the most!

By Jez Ford

Nine audio zones, five 4K video zones, full Savant control of the whole home – and not a bad view outside. Len Wallis Audio delivered this take on intelligent smart living, made rather comfy.

World-class Australian home theatres & smart homes

By Sound+Image

Sound+Image presents world-class Australian custom installation home theatres, smart homes and music systems.

Aussie hi-fi rooms: Creating a space apart

By Jez Ford

Sydney hi-fi store Audio Solutions delivered this “transformational” system in a custom-designed space for a high-end two-channel hi-fi solution.

Aussie hi-fi rooms: A music haven for digital and vinyl

By Sound+Image

We head to Western Australia to enjoy this fine stereo system installation by Frank Prowse Hi-Fi in Nedlands, Perth.

Best Apple Music spatial audio tracks to try

11 of the best spatial audio tracks in Dolby Atmos on Apple Music

By Becky Scarrott

Try out what Apple Music's latest immersive tech can do by sampling these Dolby Atmos-powered spatial audio tracks.

13 heroic tech failures, from Betamax to HD DVD

By Simon Lucas, Becky Scarrott

As Awards time rumbles ever-closer, we take a look at some technologies of the past that looked for all the world like they might be contenders... right up until the moment they didn't.

Aussie home theatre rooms: Dining room ditched for movie magic!

By Sound+Image

Formal dining room - who needs it? WA's Rogue Home Cinema shows how this under-used space was repurposed for a top-notch home theatre.

Latest Best Buys

Best wireless headphones 2021

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The best wireless headphones offer convenience and quality in a single package. Here are the world's best pairs...

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Best cheap headphones 2021: budget wired and wireless earphones

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys The best budget headphones in the world, featuring in-ear, over-ear and Bluetooth headphones. All tried and tested by yours truly...

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Sony WF-1000XM4 noise-cancelling earbuds in silver

Best noise-cancelling earbuds 2021: budget and premium

By Andy Madden, What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Cut out the drone of daily life in compact style with our pick of the best noise-cancelling earbuds on the market.

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Best iPhone headphones 2021: budget, premium, wireless

By Joe Svetlik, Andy Madden

best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.

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Best AirPlay speakers 2021: wireless streaming for Apple devices

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Got an iPad, iPhone or Mac? When it comes to streaming music, you'll want an AirPlay speaker.

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Best Apple iPod alternatives 2021: budget and premium

Best Apple iPod Touch alternatives 2021: budget and premium

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys If you’re not Apple's biggest fan or want to up your PMP game, we've got plenty of iPod alternatives on this list...

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Best Google Assistant speakers 2021: best Google smart speakers

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Find your voice with our pick of the best Google Assistant speakers for your home, featuring Sonos, JBL and more.

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Best free music apps: free music on Android and iPhone

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys All the free music and radio streaming apps you need for listening on your Android or iPhone.

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Best budget Bluetooth speakers 2021: big on sound, kind on your wallet

By Becky Scarrott

Best Buys Wallet-friendly options abound, but where's the real value? We've picked the best.

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Best Alexa speakers 2021: the best Alexa-enabled smart speakers

By What Hi-Fi?

Best Buys Upgrade your life with the help of Alexa smart speakers and combine good sound and great features.

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Best running headphones 2021

By Joe Cox

Best Buys The best running headphones will deliver great sound while offering sweat-resistant designs that stay in place.

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Best sports headphones 2021: keep active with these earbuds

By Joe Cox

Best Buys The best sports headphones, featuring wireless sports headphones, sports earbuds, Bluetooth in-ears and more.

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