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Stranger Things S4 sounds better thanks to Sennheiser's ever-morphing Ambeo

By Jez Ford published 12 July 22

If you think Sennheiser’s Ambeo is a world-beating soundbar, think again. Now it’s a stereo soundtrack on Netflix’s Series 4 of Stranger Things. Confused? Here’s the back story.

A brief history of Audio-Technica's 60 years

By Jez Ford published 23 June 22

Born of a mission to bring the hi-fi to the home

Is the DTS vs Dolby war effectively over?

By Jez Ford published 5 April 22

How can DTS compete with the streaming domination of Dolby Atmos?

M&K Sound V10+ shows how low a compact subwoofer can go

By Jez Ford published 29 September 21

The latest sub from M&K Sound promises to be a low and mighty powerhouse in a compact package.

Loewe announces new brand, new TVs, Bluetooth speakers and headphones

By Sound+Image published 11 September 20

The revived Loewe brand is promising a new youthful range for early 2021

BenQ GS2 review

By Sound+Image published 19 August 20

Fancy a movie in your tent, or a binge on your bedroom wall? BenQ’s dinky and portable GS2 is ready to oblige.

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It's now Google's turn to sue Sonos

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

In the latest of a long line of legal proceedings, Google has filed two lawsuits against Sonos, accusing the multi-room speaker manufacturer of patent infringement.

The best Sonos deals on speakers and soundbars August 2022

By Joe Cox published 9 August 22

Deals We'll help you choose the right Sonos product and get the best price, whether you want a wireless speaker or a soundbar.

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Luxman readies trio of high-end hi-fi components – amplifiers and turntable on the way

By Andy Madden published 9 August 22

Luxman has unveiled a trio of high-end hi-fi separates including a new flagship power amplifier.

15 of the best-produced recordings of all time to test your hi-fi speakers

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

We shine a spotlight on some of the best music recordings from the past 60 years that will show your sound system at its best.

7 of the best-produced recordings of the 21st century to test your system

By Ruben Circelli published 9 August 22

Feel like you haven't added anything less than 20+ years old to your testing playlist in years? Check out these modern picks...

Apple HomePod 2: price news, release date rumours, features and latest news

By What Hi-Fi? published 8 August 22

Apple has discontinued the HomePod, so is a new HomePod 2 on the way? These are the features we'd like to see from Apple's next Siri-powered smart speaker...

Home Cinema

The best Sonos deals on speakers and soundbars August 2022

By Joe Cox published 9 August 22

Deals We'll help you choose the right Sonos product and get the best price, whether you want a wireless speaker or a soundbar.

Deals

Surround sound budget AV system: the Sony UBP-X700

Best Blu-ray and 4K Blu-ray players 2022

By Dan Sung published 9 August 22

Best Buys These excellent Blu-ray players guarantee awesome picture quality and excellent sound from Full HD and 4K Blu-rays.

Best Buys

Best home theatre speaker systems 2022: budget to premium

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

Best Buys For the full home cinema experience, you'll need one of these super surround sound systems in your lounge.

Best Buys

Best surround sound systems 2022: speakers and soundbars for immersive home theatre audio

By Dan Sung published 9 August 22

best buys Looking for the perfect home cinema set-up? Follow our guide to the best surround sound systems.

best buys

Peacock TV: price, apps, shows and all the details on NBC's streaming service

Peacock TV: free trial, channels, shows and full details on NBC's streaming service

By What Hi-Fi? published 8 August 22

With a free tier and a ton of hit shows, Peacock has plenty to offer streaming fans. Read on as we delve into the best Peacock shows, and explain how to get a free trial.

Laser home cinema projector: Sony VPL-XW5000ES

Sony VPL-XW5000ES review

By What Hi-Fi? published 5 August 22

Sony has finally managed to install laser lighting in its entry level 4K projector, with predictably irresistible results.

TVs

Best 65-inch TVs 2022: budget to premium big screens

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

Best Buys See 4K TV shows and movies at their cinematic best with a brilliant 65-inch TV.

Best Buys

Are Google TV devices about to get loads of free movies and TV shows?

By Mary Stone published 9 August 22

Google looks set to be introducing 50 new TV channels to its Google TV operating system.

Best TV 2022: brilliant budget to premium 4K Ultra HD TVs

By Tom Parsons published 8 August 22

Best Buys 4K Ultra HD TVs are more accessible and more affordable than ever, and these are the best ones for the job.

Best Buys

LG TVs come with 3 months' free Google Stadia

Select LG TVs now come with 3 months free Google Stadia

By Tom Bailey published 4 August 22

LG and Google Stadia have joined forces to offer LG TV customers three months of free gaming on certain models.

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2022: last chance to enter!

By Joe Cox published 4 August 22

This year will be the 40th incarnation of the What Hi-Fi? Awards, with more than 100 winners expected to be announced.

Achievement unlocked: Samsung Gaming Hub adds Amazon Luna, completes roster

Amazon Luna joins Google Stadia and Xbox on Samsung's Gaming Hub

By Joe Svetlik published 4 August 22

Samsung Gaming Hub has added Amazon Luna to its roster, giving you access to over 250 games.

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