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The 14 best Cyber Monday TV deals still live Save big on 4K, OLED and smart TVs...

Are you after a cheap OLED TV this Black Friday? Buy this one The stunning 55-inch LG CX has just hit its lowest price yet in the Black Friday sales – and it's better than buying a Vizio

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Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition review

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B&W hones its award-winning 606 standmounters to great effect.

AKG Y600NC review

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The latest additions to AKG’s Y-series are refined and easy-going headphones that fall just short of the articulacy we expect.

Beyerdynamic T1 (3rd Generation) review

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Beyerdynamic's third-generation T1 headphones are a gentle refinement of a winning formula.

Amazon Fire HD 8 (2020) review

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Can the 2020 Amazon Fire HD 8 build on Amazon’s notable budget tablet success?

Chario Constellation II Lynx review

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Italian style loudspeakers on a budget

Philips Fidelio X3 review

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The time is right for home headphones and Philips has staked its claim with the Fidelio X3

Roku Streambar review

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The full Roku streaming experience built into a TV sound-boosting speaker.

Epson EH-TW7000 review

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Another triumph for Epson; this is the best entry-level 4K home cinema projector around.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra review

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Can Samsung’s flagship Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone deliver a suitably flagship performance?

Beyerdynamic T5 (3rd Generation) review

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Beyerdynamic's flagship T5 headphones have enjoyed a best-in-class reputation for years, so do the 3rd Gen iterations reinforce that?

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New issue of What Hi-Fi? out now: a home cinema special!

By What Hi-Fi?

Grab some popcorn as we guide you through the best home cinema kit to keep you occupied during the winter months.

Cambridge Audio unveils Melomania Touch wireless earbuds

By Becky Scarrott

Melomania Touch earbuds boast a new design, touch controls, 50-hour battery life, a control app and an innovative High Performance Audio Mode.

Cyrus XR series brings updated aesthetic and premium performance

By Becky Roberts

Cyrus has unveiled an all-new XR range of premium hi-fi components, designed from the ground up...

Cyber Monday headphones deal: Powerbeats Pro hit all-time low price of $150

Last-minute Cyber Monday headphones deal sees Powerbeats Pro hit all-time low price

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Thanks to this last-minute Cyber Monday headphones deal, these Beats wireless earbuds are cheaper than ever before...

Quick! The 23 best Cyber Monday speaker deals still live

By Joe Cox

We've picked out the very best Cyber Monday speaker deals so you can still secure a bargain in the Cyber Monday sales

The best Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals still live

By Andy Madden

Our pick of the best Cyber Monday wireless earbuds deals that are still in stock, featuring AirPods, Sony WF-1000XM3, Bose, JBL and more.

The best Cyber Monday deals 2020: TVs, headphones, speakers and more

By Joe Cox, Alison Barretta

Cyber Monday Cyber Monday deals are live and we have all the best electronics deals, from TVs to soundbars, speakers and headphones.

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Cyber Monday headphones deal: Bose Noise Cancelling 700 drop to lowest ever price

By Becky Scarrott

One of the best Cyber Monday headphones deals around, these excellent noise-cancelling headphones are 20% off at Peter Tyson (UK) and Amazon (US)...

Best 55-inch Cyber Monday TV deals: OLED, 4K, Roku and smart TVs

By Becky Roberts

Deals There are big savings to be had on 55-inch TVs in the Cyber Monday TV deals...

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Cyber Monday iPad deal sees latest iPad Mini drop to lowest ever price

By What Hi-Fi?

The latest iPad Mini has hit a new low in the Best Buy Cyber Monday sale – but for how long? Grab this incredible $100 discount while you can.

Cyber Monday soundbar deal: Save $400 on Samsung Dolby Atmos soundbars

By Joe Cox

If you want a feature-packed, top-spec TV speaker there are some big Cyber Monday soundbar deals courtesy of Best Buy and Samsung

Amazon and Walmart Cyber Monday sales offer the cheapest prices on Roku sticks

By What Hi-Fi?

Want to add a whole host of video streaming apps to your TV? Roku sticks can do just that – and cheaply too thanks to the Walmart and Amazon Cyber Monday sale.

The best Sonos Cyber Monday deal on every Sonos speaker

By Joe Cox

Deals Sonos Cyber Monday deals are delivering big savings across the speaker range including on the Sonos Beam and Sonos One.

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PS5: release date, specs and news for the PlayStation 5

By Dan Sung, Tom Parsons

Updated The PS5 is Sony's next-generation games console and we have all the latest news on the release date, specs and features.

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Where to buy a PS5: latest Cyber Monday PS5 restock details

By Dan Sung

PS5 stock sold out fast but we're hoping to see restocks for Cyber Monday – here's where to buy the best PS5 deals and bundles.

OLED vs QLED: Which is the best TV technology?

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LG is the boss of OLED and Samsung is sticking to QLED. So what's the difference? And which is better? Read on...

Sony WH-1000XM3 vs Sony WH-1000XM4: which is better?

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Versus Sony's WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones go head-to-head with their predecessors – but which comes out on top?

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Should you buy an Insignia TV on Black Friday? Are they any good?

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Budget TVs can vary in quality, so are Insignia TVs any good? We take a closer look at this popular cheap TV brand.

Should you buy Apple AirPods on Black Friday? Are AirPods worth it?

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We compare Apple AirPods with alternative true wireless earbuds to find the cheapest prices on the most popular buds.

Best RCA TVs: Are they any good? Where are the best Black Friday deals?

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50 whole inches of 4K HDR RCA TVs, plus Roku smart features – all for $260? Should you be tempted?

15 of the best turntable accessories for better vinyl sound

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Improve your record player's performance and hear your vinyl at its best with these essential turntable accessories.

Xbox Series X price and pre-orders are live: all the official details

Xbox Series X pre-orders: where to find stock of the new Xbox

By Joe Svetlik

The Xbox Series X is available now! Here are the retailers where you can actually buy one.

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Record Store Day Black Friday: all the 2020 vinyl releases

By Andrew Murphy

Prepare for another drop of limited-edition vinyl as Record Store Day UK does Black Friday this November.

10 of the best movies of 2020

By Andrew Murphy

The films that have educated and kept us entertained during a long year.

20 of the best albums of 2020

By Andrew Murphy

It's been a historic year for the arts, but our pick of 2020's best albums proves there is nothing that can hold back creativity.

Living with it: Sonos Arc long-term test

Sonos Arc long-term review: the highs and lows

By Jonathan Evans

Three months in, the Arc has created a need to upgrade the TV to which it's connected...

Listen to the What Hi-Fi? playlist 2020

By Andrew Murphy

Every time a new issue of What Hi-Fi? is published, we update our playlist (on Deezer, Qobuz, Spotify and Tidal) with music we've been listening to in the last month. So please, join us.

15 of the best horror movies on Netflix to watch this Halloween

By Becky Roberts

From bona fide classics to contemporary chillers, here's our educated pick of the 15 best horror movies on Netflix...

The holy grail of vinyl: the art of half-speed mastering

By Andrew Murphy

Abbey Road mastering engineer Miles Showell describes half-speed mastering as 'the holy grail of vinyl cutting'. But what exactly does the process involve?

New iPhone 12 (2020): price, release date and specs

New iPhone 12: price, release date and specs

By Joe Svetlik

The new iPhone 12 is official, alongside the iPhone 12 Mini and Pro editions, and we have all the details.

10 of the best vinyl albums to tell someone you love them

By Andrew Murphy

Why come up with the words to express your love when these ten records can do it for you?

How does a vinyl record make a sound?

By Ketan Bharadia

More and more people are discovering the joys of vinyl. But how does the information on the disc become sweet music?

10 of the best releases for Record Store Day 2020

By Andrew Murphy

We've picked ten of our favourite records from the list of Record Store Day 2020 releases.

25 of the best 1980s albums to test your speakers

By Andrew Murphy

We've put together some of the best albums from the 1980s to test your hi-fi system at home.

Latest Best Buys

Best headphones with a mic for voice and video calls 2020

By Joe Svetlik

Best Buys Want a great pair of headphones for phone calls and video chats? These are your best options.

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Best Elac speakers 2020: budget to premium

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The best Elac speakers we've heard deliver maximum performance for minimum money. Here are our favourites.

Best iPhones 2020: small to large, budget to premium

Best iPhones 2020: the best budget and premium iPhones

By Joe Svetlik

Whether you want an entry-level XR for the basics or the larger Pro Max for watching movies, Apple has an iPhone for you.

Best iPads: big, small, budget and premium

Best iPads 2020: big, small, budget and premium

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Considering an Apple tablet? You've come to the right place – here are the best iPads on the market, from the iPad Mini all the way up to the Pro.

Best Panasonic TVs: OLED, HDR, 4K, small and large

Best Panasonic TVs: OLED, HDR, 4K, budget, premium

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Brand loyal to Panasonic? We can't blame you. You'll want to check out the company's best TVs, then...

Best tablets 2020

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best buys Tablets come in all shapes and sizes. Let's cut through the chaff and find the best one for you.

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Best turntable speakers 2020: top speakers for your record player

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Looking for some new speakers for your record player? We've rounded up a wide range of options to suit all budgets.

Best Android phones 2020

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Watching or listening on the move? Our pick of the best Android phones will do you proud.

Best soundbases 2020: the best budget TV speaker upgrades around

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best buys Want better sound from your TV but don't want loads of speakers? Try a soundbase for size.

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Best USB Turntables 2019: budget to premium

Best USB turntables 2020: budget to premium vinyl-spinners

By Becky Scarrott

best buys Analogue and digital are different things, but that doesn't mean they can't coexist happily, as these USB decks prove.

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Best waterproof speakers 2020: budget, portable, smart

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Best Buys Whether you're hitting the hills or you're lucky enough to have a private pool, don't forget to bring music.

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Best DAB radios 2020: portable, Bluetooth, in-car

By Becky Scarrott

Best Buys Want to get a whole host of tunes for free, over the airwaves and hiss-free? A DAB radio is a brilliant option.

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