Latest articles by Andy Madden
Best iPhone headphones 2026: budget to premium, tested by experts
best buys Make the most of that excellent sound quality with our pick of the best iPhone headphones on the market right now.
Apple’s five-star AirPods Pro 3 slot straight into our best wireless earbuds guide
Out with the old and in with the new…
I'm surprised and confused by Sony's new turntable line-up – here's why
Was I wrong to expect a bit more?
Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs
Ease of use is high on the agenda
Sony wants a slice of the wireless wearable audio pie with its LinkBuds Clip earbuds
New buds join a blossoming category
Bowers & Wilkins’ 700 Series speaker range just gained a special bookshelf model
Say hello to the 707 Prestige Edition
Best wireless earbuds 2026: top pairs tested by our reviewers
Best Buys Our review team has tested multiple pairs to find the best wireless earbuds for every budget – here are our top picks.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: which wireless earbuds are better?
Are the new AirPods Pro worth the extra cost?
Pro-Ject’s new amplifiers promise to supercharge your wired headphones experience
You have two new models to choose from
Superb hi-fi deal sees first major discount for Award-winning five-star floorstanders
Awesome speakers, awesome price
“It has to be dead, so you know what you’re hearing out of the speakers is exactly what is coming out.” Jools Holland on hi-fi, soundproofing and second-hand studio kit
We revisit our November 1983 interview…
Iconic Harman Kardon Soundsticks get Wi-Fi and hi-res audio streaming for their latest iteration
Hands up, who remembers the original?
I’m itching for the AirPods Max wireless headphones to get a proper sequel – here’s why
Apple’s flagship over-ears should be on a whole new level by now
4 things I want from Apple, Bose, Bowers & Wilkins and Sony headphones in 2026
Because there’s always room for improvement
Arendal 1528 Bookshelf 8
Arendal’s 1528 Bookshelf 8 is a refreshing alternative to the established class leaders.
Black Friday might be a distant memory, but I'm still recommending these Bosenoise-cancelling earbuds with 28 per cent off
There’s over 25% off a fantastic five-star pair
Best speaker deals: great savings on wireless and hi-fi speakers
Deals Make big savings on the best stereo speakers, wireless and smart speakers around.
The best Black Friday 2025 UK deals still live: OLED TVs, Dolby Atmos soundbars, wireless headphones and more
Black Friday Black Friday might be over, but no one told these deals
5 last-minute Cyber Monday tech deals to avoid – and what I'd recommend instead
Combining good prices and great performance is key
This Technics streaming system still has a Cyber Monday discount, but I can't see past this cheaper, better alternative
Awesome all-in-one audio
I can't recommend Bose on Cyber Monday while this Sony headphones deal still exists
New QC Ultras or Award-winning XM6?
Audiophiles assemble! I’ve built an outrageously good hi-fi system out of Cyber Monday separates deals
It’s powered by a classic Naim pairing
Quick! Black Friday might be over, but I think there’s plenty of value in these excellent hi-fi system deals
All-in-ones with awesome ability
