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T+A DAC 200
T+A unveils three-strong 200 Series of premium hi-fi separates Meet the MP 200 multi-source player, DAC 200 digital-to-analogue converter/pre-amp, and A 200 output stage
PS5 console and controller in white
Good news: Sony’s updated PS5 console isn’t worse than the original New tests reveal that you’re in good hands regardless of which PlayStation 5 model you have
iPhone 13 pre-orders open today
iPhone 13 pre-orders open today, shipping commences 24th September Decided which iPhone 13 you want? Today's the day to place an order

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Panasonic Disney+

Disney+ is now available on Panasonic TVs released from 2017 onwards

By Esat Dedezade

Panasonic owners, keep an eye out for a special new icon on your homescreen.

Audio Research I/50 integrated amplifier in various colours

Audio Research reveals all-new I/50 integrated valve amplifier

By Mary Stone

Audio Research has unveiled the I/50 integrated valve amplifier, the first product in an all-new series.

Apple TV 4K (2021)

Spatial Audio is coming to Apple TV on 20th September as part of tvOS 15

By Esat Dedezade

Apple's September update will also allow you to pair HomePod Mini speakers with an Apple TV 4K.

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

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.

Sky's #MadeofMagic teaser

Sky is up to something... 'magical'

By Becky Scarrott

The broadcasting behemoth has released a tantalising clip that promises 'something magical is coming' to Sky on 7th October.

Marshall Motif ANC

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

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.

Sony PlayStation 5

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's resurgence continues apace

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...

What Hi-Fi? magazine November issue

New issue out now: streaming system showdown and 45 years of What Hi-Fi?

By Chris Burke

We celebrate 45 years of bringing you the best in hi-fi and AV gear in the new November issue of What Hi-Fi?

Black Friday deals sales

Black Friday 2021: the date, deals and what to expect from this year's sales

By What Hi-Fi?

Black Friday Will Black Friday 2021 live up to the hype? Or will chip shortages and changing consumer habits put a crimp in the annual sales extravaganza?

Black Friday
Apple iPhone 13 colours

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.

Apple iPad Mini 6

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.

Record Store Day announces full list of Black Friday releases

Record Store Day reveals full list of exclusive Black Friday vinyl releases

By Joe Svetlik

Aerosmith, Ghostpoet, Lana Del Rey and Tricky are among those releasing rare and exclusive vinyl this November.

Is the ad-heavy River OS the future of LG's TVs?

LG has a new River OS smart TV interface and it's full of ads

By Joe Svetlik

LG has a new TV operating system, and it's heavy on the adverts. Is this where its webOS software is headed?

Sonos Beam Gen 2

The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a Dolby Atmos version of the brilliant original Beam soundbar

By Mary Stone

Sonos has announced that its next generation of the What Hi-Fi? Award-winning Sonos Beam will launch next month, with Dolby Atmos support.

Qobuz Carplay Online

Qobuz unveils new personalised playlists and CarPlay Online features

By Esat Dedezade

New update provides easier new music discovery and Carplay Online functionality

Apple

Don't hold your breath for an inexpensive Apple TV+ dongle, report claims

By Becky Scarrott

A fresh bulletin from the Information details the number of paid-for Apple TV+ members and explains why the tech giant has canned the idea of a new wallet-friendly streaming dongle.

JBL Synthesis SDR-38

JBL Synthesis unveils three new home cinema products for early 2022

By Mary Stone

JBL Synthesis has a new surround processor, AVR and subwoofer amplifier due in early 2022.

Apple

Apple AirPods 3 set to launch today and could be more expensive than AirPods 2

By Becky Scarrott

The hotly anticipated new AirPods 3 earbuds are expected to launch alongside the iPhone 13.