Latest articles by James Cook
Anker’s latest noise-cancelling wireless headphones boast huge battery life and smart functionality
The Soundcore Space 2 feature a massive 70-hour battery life
Philips TAH8000E
Closed-back, noise-cancelling wireless headphones with an enviable battery life – are these Philips cans worth the price?
Cambridge Audio adds Qobuz Connect to older generations, including an Award-winning music streamer
The CXN (V2) and other five-star streamers benefit from the latest update
These five-star Monitor Audio standmount speakers just got another discount – they’re the cheapest we’ve seen!
Get £100 off the Bronze 50 7G
iOS Beta update adds five new Apple Music features (inspired by Spotify)
An AI playlist tool and concert info are the headline updates
ATC's new high-end active speakers are inspired by a hi-fi legend
The EL50 Anniversary adds to an iconic speaker series
Best Alexa speakers 2026: Amazon's voice-powered smart speakers tried and tested
Best Buys Combining great sound with useful voice-controlled features, these are the best Alexa smart speakers tested by our expert team
Pro-Ject adds to its Award-winning turntable range with a premium model that promises to be its most accomplished yet
The Debut range has a new top dog
This Welsh hi-fi brand is catering to different hi-fi tastes with the launch of four new amplifiers
Leema Acoustics is back, but will it be with a bang?
Creek Audio launches first of three models in new speaker range making its debut at Bristol Hi-Fi Show
The Cymatics 6 promise “controlled extension and spatial precision”
I’ll be listening to two iconic Thin Lizzy albums to celebrate their 50th birthday – you should too
1976 was a great year for Ireland’s best rock band
KEF Coda W vs LSX II LT: which speaker system is the best option for you?
Two five-star KEFs with differing feature sets
The best hi-fi deals 2026: brilliant bargains on five-star stereo speakers, amplifiers, DACs, turntables and more
Deals Looking to upgrade your system or bag a great bargain? Check out these brilliant savings on stereo amps, streamers, turntables, CD players and more.
This Award-winning speaker system deal is too good to miss – unless you're a vinyl fan
Save more than a third on the DCB41
These detailed and affordable Elac standmount speakers are nearly half price – but act fast, as stocks might not last!
£130 off the Debut 3.0 DB53 is a huge saving
Best Elac speakers 2026: tested and reviewed by our experts
The best Elac speakers we've heard deliver maximum performance for minimum money. Here are our favourites.
I was about to buy these Award-winning, compact powered speakers, but this other pair stopped me
Why did I test that darn phono stage?
KEF Coda W
Stylish looks, lots of ways to connect, and a big, detailed sound mean the case for the KEF Coda W active speakers is a mighty one
Have yourself a fabulous February with a whopping £500 off this five-star Denon AV receiver
The AVC-X3800H can be yours for under £1100
This detailed, portable DAC will enhance your smartphone listening and is nearly a quarter off its original price
The iFi Go Blu can be yours for £40 off
The best turntable deals 2026: lowest-ever prices on five-star record players
Deals Super savings on high-quality decks from Audio-Technica, Pro-Ject and Technics
These entry-level, talented Fyne Audio speakers that we’ve just tested are enjoying a tidy discount
Bask in glee with £50 off the F5E
JBL has resurrected one of its iconic retro hi-fi speakers to celebrate its 80th
The L100 is back, again
