LG reveals its first 4K HDR projector just prior to CES 2018 debut By Adam Smith 05 January 2018 Due at the Las Vegas shindig next week, the HU80KA is half the size of traditional projectors
Amazon's Alexa products could start playing adverts By Adam Smith 04 January 2018 Your smart speaker could be about to slip adverts into Alexa skills, or suggest other products from companies based on your buying history.
LG's 2018 TVs will support Google Assistant By Adam Smith 03 January 2018 Google Assistant will be available to customers in certain countries, alongside LG's own virtual assistant that will control its ThinQ-branded products.
CES 2018: Samsung's 'directional speaker' aims to replace headphones By Adam Smith 02 January 2018 The speaker, to be launched at CES 2018 in Las Vegas, will come in three forms: Handy, Neckband, and a smartphone cover.
LG kicks off 2018 with new soundbars and smart speakers By Adam Smith 02 January 2018 The line-up includes the first audio products designed as part of LG's new partnership with Meridian Audio, and its first speaker with Google Assistant built-in...
LG announces ThinQ brand for artificially intelligent televisions By Adam Smith 22 December 2017 This could mean your television links with your smart speaker, fridge or other internet-connected appliances.
4K Ultra HD Blu-ray recording specs announced for Japan By Adam Smith 22 December 2017 The standards will be in place in time for the 2020 Olympic games, which NHK in Japan intends to broadcast in 8K.
Tidal has new apps for Apple and Android TV By Adam Smith 21 December 2017 This follows the streaming service recently supporting Apple CarPlay and comes despite rumours of money troubles.
Apple is slowing down your old iPhone, but it's not what you think By Adam Smith 21 December 2017 The company reduces CPU speeds because of degrading batteries, in an attempt to stop your phone randomly shutting down.
YouTube signs deal with Sony and Universal for paid music service By Adam Smith 20 December 2017 The move is Alphabet's third entry into the streaming world, following Google Play Music and YouTube Red in the US.
HiBy R6 aims to be the "most advanced" Android hi-fi player By Adam Smith 19 December 2017 The company's Indiegogo campaign wants to bring you 32bit/384kHz audio from dual ESS ES9028Q2M DACs.
Samsung screen patent hints at new double-sided smartphone By Adam Smith 13 December 2017 Could this be the design Samsung adopts for its 'Galaxy X' phone in 2018..?
Amazon Music now available on Bluesound OS By Adam Smith 13 December 2017 Bluesound and NAD devices now feature an authentic plethora of music streaming options...
Pro-Ject has a new all-in-one turntable with Bluetooth By Adam Smith 08 December 2017 The Juke Box E comes with a built-in moving-magnet phono stage, Bluetooth receiver, pre-amp and power amp. All in one box.
Tidal announces Apple CarPlay support By Adam Smith 08 December 2017 Available from iPhone 5 forward, this move means you'll be able to play your tunes through your car's visual dashboard system.
Sonoro announces its new Smart Line multiroom systems By Adam Smith 07 December 2017 The new range comprises of the Stream, the Relax and the Meisterstück, and is set to launch in the UK later this month.
Amazon brings Prime Video to Apple TV, falls out with Google By Adam Smith 06 December 2017 Some resolution of conflict for Amazon, some still a little way off it seems...
Polk Audio announces new MagniFi Max SR wireless soundbar By Adam Smith 04 December 2017 The 5.1 surround system has Bluetooth and Google Chromecast capabilities, as well as Ultra HD 4K pass-through.
Alexa voice control for Spotify arrives on Sonos One By Adam Smith 21 November 2017 Sonos One owners can now navigate their favourite Spotify playlists without pushing a single button.
Apple delays HomePod release date until 2018 By Adam Smith 17 November 2017 The company has not given an explanation for the delay to its smart speaker, simply saying that it "need[s] a little more time"
You can now control your Sonos speakers using Tidal's app By Adam Smith 17 November 2017 Subscribers can send music to their speakers through Tidal, rather than having to use Sonos's app.
Meters Music introduces new wireless aptX HD headphones By Adam Smith 17 November 2017 The new M-Ears Bluetooth headphones continue the company's collaboration with U2's Adam Clayton...
Lyric speaker displays song lyrics as you play your tunes By Adam Smith 16 November 2017 This £3600 speaker has two million tracks available (which it grabs from the Internet, along with lyrics from a Japanese database) via its wi-fi connection.
What Hi-Fi? Awards 2017 issue on sale now! By Adam Smith 16 November 2017 The What Hi-Fi? Awards issue 2017 is on sale now! With 104 winners across 29 categories, we've selected the best TVs, wireless speakers, amplifiers, turntables and more, at a range of prices to suit all.
Geneva Lab launches "ultra-portable" Touring/xS Bluetooth speaker By Adam Smith 15 November 2017 The £135 speaker has a 20-hour battery life and Bluetooth support, as well as a 3.5mm input.
