
Tom Parsons
Tom Parsons has been writing about TV, AV and hi-fi products (not to mention plenty of other 'gadgets' and even cars) for over 15 years. He began his career as What Hi-Fi?'s Staff Writer and is now the TV and AV Editor. In between, he worked as Reviews Editor and then Deputy Editor at Stuff, and over the years has had his work featured in publications such as T3, The Telegraph and Louder. He's also appeared on BBC News, BBC World Service, BBC Radio 4 and Sky Swipe. In his spare time Tom is a runner and gamer.
Latest articles by Tom Parsons

Best gaming TVs 2026: ideal companions for the PS5, Xbox and PC put to the test
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Take your gaming to the next level with these awesome gaming TVs.

I’m a home cinema traditionalist, but Sony’s new flagship home theatre system blew me away when I heard it
By Tom Parsons published
The Bravia Theatre Trio sounds awesome – at least when you add surrounds and two subwoofers

Sony Bravia 9 II
By Tom Parsons published
Not yet ratedThis isn't RGB Mini LED TV, it's True RGB – and it looks glorious in action

I spent an hour testing Sony’s Bravia 9 II True RGB TV, and it’s pretty awesome – but my OLED isn’t going in the bin yet
By Tom Parsons published
Sony’s new RGB Mini LED flagship TV is astonishingly accomplished, but it can’t seem to replicate one of OLED’s inherent strengths

Could the Bravia 8 II be Sony’s last OLED TV? I’m beginning to fear it might be
By Tom Parsons published
No new OLED TV in Sony’s 2026 range – is the perfect marriage over?

Sony may have solved one of Dolby Atmos soundbars’ biggest problems – and Sonos should take note
By Tom Parsons published
The Bravia Theatre Trio has solved a longstanding soundbar calibration problem

Sony is killing this controversial TV and soundbar feature – now Samsung and LG need to do the same
By Tom Parsons published
Features such as Acoustic Centre Sync, Q-Symphony and WOW Orchestra promise better sound – but they frequently make it worse

Best 65-inch TVs 2026: the top models we've tested
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Our team of experts detail the top 65-inch TVs they've tried and tested in our dedicated viewing rooms.

TCL Q6C (65Q6C-UK)
By John Archer published
TCL’s cheapest Mini LED TV is an absolute steal.

Now Showing: these are the 5 movies and shows that have dazzled our home cinema experts this month
By Tom Parsons published
Feast your eyes and ears on these 4K, HDR and Dolby Atmos treats

We tested four premium Dolby Atmos soundbars: can JBL, LG or Sony defeat Sonos?
By Tom Parsons published
Hunting for the perfect combination of style, simplicity and superb cinematic sound

Best 50-inch TVs 2026: 3 fantastic sets tried, tested and recommended
By Lewis Empson last updated
Best Buys Our expert advice on the best 48-inch, 49-inch and 50-inch TVs around right now, delivering 4K pictures, the latest features, streaming apps, and more.

Hisense UR9 (65UR9STUK)
By Tom Parsons published
Can the first mainstream RGB Mini LED TV dethrone OLED?

In For Review: we’re testing Naim’s flagship amplifier, the first RGB Mini LED TV, slim Dali floorstanders and more this month
By Kashfia Kabir published
Seven new products from the world of hi-fi and home cinema are in our test rooms now

I bought Ikea’s £10 Bluetooth speaker – don’t make the same mistake
By Tom Parsons published
It’s cheap, waterproof and lasts for days, but that doesn’t make it a good buy

BenQ TK705i
By John Archer published
BenQ’s latest projector is pretty on the outside and accomplished on the inside

Best 43-inch, best 42-inch and best 40-inch TVs 2026: superb 'small' TVs
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys If you're in the market for a more manageable TV screen size, then something around the 43-inch mark could be just right.

Best OLED TV 2026: 5 top sets for serious movie fans, fully reviewed
By Alastair Stevenson, Tom Parsons last updated
The OLEDs our reviewers recommend for every budget

Best TV 2026: flagship OLEDs and budget Mini LED sets tried and tested
By Tom Parsons last updated
Best Buys Our expert reviewers detail the best TVs they've tested across every price and size.

Optoma UHZ78LV
By Tom Parsons published
Dazzlingly bright projector with an excellent Dolby Vision implementation – could this Optoma be the perfect all-conditions projector?

Philips on RGB Mini LED: “OLED is still better”
By Tom Parsons published
Another brand weighs in on the RGB Mini LED vs OLED debate

Samsung HW-Q990H
By Lewis Empson published
Samsung’s refined its Award-winning soundbar system yet again, but is it a big enough upgrade?

Xgimi Vibe One
By Robyn Quick published
Xgimi’s cheapest portable projector yet might be cheap, but it doesn’t skimp on cinematic scale or punch.
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